Despite the fact that winter 2.0 could potentially be making an appearance later this week (I can’t even talk about it) patio season is practically knocking at our door. Bright umbrellas, deck chairs, and ice-cold drinks are my favorite spring and summertime staples, and Fresh Margarita Chicken is undoubtedly going to become one as well! Classic margarita ingredients including tequila, agave nectar, and fresh lime and orange juices join forces with garlic, salt, and pepper, to infuse chicken breasts with mouthwatering flavor after marinating for just a couple of hours in the fridge....

Gajar ka Halwa is one of the most popular Indian desserts. There are different variations of this dish. I don’t like sweets much, but I love eating Gajar Halwa a lot. It tastes yummy when served Hot. In many parts of India, Gajar ka Halwa is made in every home during winters. It is also served at restaurants and sweetmeat shops. This is popular during Winter in India. It is usually made using red carrots that is available in colder temperature in India....

SANTA’S CHAIR HAS ARRIVED AT THE MALL. There are trees up, decorations hanging from the ceiling, and Santa Fast Passes available for purchase online. Yes, you can apparently now reserve a time slot to go sit on Santa’s lap. I mean I get it, because we have a Cameron and waiting patiently is not something that we do at this time, but I can already see my grandchildren looking at me like I have 5 heads when I tell them about lines....

I had trouble sleeping a few nights ago because of the succulent scent wafting upstairs from the kitchen. Slow cooker pulled pork, which I used to make Hawaiian Pulled Pork Skillet Nachos with Pineapple Guacamole, was cooking low and slow while we slept! Slow cooked pork smothered in BBQ sauce, sweet onions, and pineapple juice is shredded then piled on top of homemade baked corn tortilla chips with shredded mozzarella cheese, zesty red onion, and sweet chopped pineapple....

Published 7/20/2023 Check out 100+ healthy smoothie recipes and learn how to make your own unique healthy smoothies at home with our basic fruit smoothie recipe. Say hello to the most beautiful smoothie recipes on the internet! Smoothies are such a great healthy breakfast idea and, speaking from experience, dinner idea too! That’s right, it’s my go-to when I don’t have anything to eat. Smoothies are all about finding that perfect ratio of fruit to liquid....

Published 4/11/2023 Not only do we love eating homemade guacamole with salty tortilla chips, but it’s a favorite topping, dip, and spread so many of our favorite meals such as chicken burritos, steak fajitas, and rice bowls. Best Homemade Guacamole Is there really anything better than eating guacamole with tortilla chips? Just make sure you have one of our homemade frozen margaritas to compliment it. In 2015, Linley and I went on an incredible avocado tour in Uruapan, Mexico where we learned all about avocados — how to grow them, how they’re processed and shipped all over the world, etc....

Published 7/9/2023 Microwave Quinoa = EASIEST Method Ever If you’re wondering what the fastest way to cook quinoa is you’ve come to the right post! Microwaving quinoa is extremely fast and reliable. We love serving quinoa in bowls, soups, salads, and beyond! We love that it’s plant-based and protein-packed. In short – add uncooked quinoa and water to a large, deep, bowl and cover it with a microwave-safe top or plate....

Like any other Indian curry, Jackfruit is also made in Onion- Tomato Masala with lots of spices. This recipe is different from others because jackfruit pieces are first fried and then added to the Masala. You can use Jackfruit in your meal, like sabzi, Curry, pulJackfruit bbq, jackfruit patties, etc. But I like Jackfruit curry the best, simply because of its creamy flavor. Adding the Curry over a bowl of rice makes it a complete meal....

I have always been a fan of Black Chickpeas. I like them spicy. If I make them dry, I like them with roti. The curry recipe goes better with rice. Sometimes I put extra water while boiling to enjoy it as a soup. The post contains Helpful Tips & Tricks to make Kala Chana Curry. But if you’re in a hurry, you can also click “Jump to Recipe’ under the Heading to go directly to the Recipe Card or click Recipe Card from the Table of Contents below....

Published 11/25/2021 • Updated 11/30/2023 Say hello to your new favorite way to enjoy those Thanksgiving leftovers! This leftover Thanksgiving turkey quesadilla is packed with all of the amazing Thanksgiving flavors in an easy to dip quesadilla. No more boring turkey sandwiches or round 2 or 3 of the same exact meal. This turkey quesadilla comes together quickly and easily with minimal cook time on the stovetop (very much appreciated after spending so much time in the kitchen prepping for the holiday!...

Published 8/8/2022 Go-To Weeknight Meal This lemon chicken skillet is one of my go-to weeknight meals! Clean-up is easy, my toddler loves it, and it’s packed with amazing flavor. Plus, it will feed the whole family. What could be better?! Lemon Chicken Skillet Ingredients Chicken thighs + marinade: You’ll start this recipe by marinating the chicken thighs in this amazing lemon chicken marinade with Dijon mustard, honey, smoked paprika, dried dill, white onion, garlic cloves, and olive oil....

Published 1/21/2022 Veggie-Packed Couscous Dish Hellloooooo, veggie lovers! This lemon garlic Israeli couscous is as healthy as it is delicious. And did we mention it’s veggie-packed?! You’ll find a rainbow of vegetables in this one pot dish tossed together with chickpeas, lemon, garlic, couscous (of course!), and a delicious whipped feta sauce. Lemon Garlic Israeli Couscous Ingredients This recipe has 4 easy to make elements. You’ll make a quick pickled veggie mix, the cooked couscous itself, a delicious whipped feta dressing, all topped with chopped fresh herbs....

The kids and I have been watching Luca on repeat and I’m letting the movie’s Italian Riveria setting take me AWAY! Is it weird that a plate of animated pasta can make me drool? Don’t answer that question. Anyway, the seaside village where the story takes place reminds me so much of the town Ben and I stayed in during our Amalfi Coast adventure exactly 14 lifetimes ago, with ancient stone steps, crashing coast lines, and fig, lemon, and olive trees dripping with ripe fruit....

Published 10/13/2023 • Updated 1/19/2024 This may be the easiest and most delicious dinner on Fit Foodie Finds. In this one-pot series, we’ve focused on truly using one and keeping things easy. This is the second pasta of the series (the adult spaghettios was the first!) and it’s seriously SO EASY to make. We tested this recipe multiple times to get the pasta and water ratio just right. We didn’t want to use a strainer to make it truly one-pot dish....

Published 5/28/2022 • Updated 3/18/2024 Make the perfect eggs every time with this over medium eggs recipe. Step-by-step simple fool proof instructions to make the best over medium eggs ever! Is there anything better than perfectly perfect over medium eggs for breakfast?! I love starting the day off with this healthy and easy breakfast — jammy yolks and firm egg whites. This on top of a piece of toast with hot sauce 😍 This tutorial on eggs over medium is rather simple....

Published 2/5/2022 • Updated 10/31/2024 This Pad Krapow recipe is a family recipe of our video producer, Pachee. We’re grateful to be able to learn authentic Hmong/Thai cooking from one of our very own! Pachee’s Pad Krapow AKA Thai Basil Stir Fry From Pachee: This recipe is dedicated to my mother who came to the United States as a refugee to escape the Vietnam War. As the oldest of 5, she taught herself how to cook and looked after her younger siblings....

Published 2/2/2024 Because this is a homemade crispy tofu recipe, you’ll know exactly what goes into it and can customize the ingredients to your liking. Some dishes are just better from a restaurant, and until we developed this recipe, the only way we were eating fried tofu stir fry was from a restaurant. Not anymore, friends! Welcome to your new favorite takeout alternative 😀 To make this great recipe, be sure to give yourself an hour beforehand to press the tofu so it can release its moisture....

Published 10/15/2023 These Peanut Butter Twix Cups are a variation of our viral No-Bake Oat Cups but with a Twix twist! They’re made with a “cookie” base, a peanut butter caramel center, and a simple chocolate topping. These aren’t your average Halloween candies. They’re actually gluten-free friendly and made without refined sugar. A Homemade Halloween with Instacart! We knew when developing these delicious cups that we wanted them to resemble one of our favorite candy bars – Twix!...

A couple months ago I found myself alone with an hour to shop at Costco while the tire center replaced my car’s tires (is there anything Costco doesn’t do/sell? I have long maintained that if they had a wine bar inside I’d shop nowhere else.) Anyway, a WHOLE HOUR to shop by myself at Costco! I leisurely wandered through every aisle and, while I was able to walk away from a super cute luggage set (kind of have reverse buyers remorse about that,) a double pack of jarred alfredo sauce somehow made it into my cart....

Published 3/2/2024 Cashew butter is mixed with ingredients like vegan vanilla protein powder, oats, maple syrup, and mini chocolate chips to create the most delicious edible cookie dough. The cookie dough balls are then dipped in melted chocolate for the most delicious treat! It’s not easy keeping up a high-protein diet, especially when you’re craving a sweet snack every day at 1:32 pm. Why is that time oddly specific? I have a relentless post-workout sweet tooth, okay?...