I’ve created hundreds of creative Instant Pot recipes (literally) and sometimes going back to the basics is the best choice. This Instant Pot Beef Stew is the definition of cozy. Using easy to find, basic ingredients with a couple little tricks you’ll have the best beef stew of your life in under an hour!
Gluten-Free
I’ve created a lot of gluten free desserts recipes over the years, but this chocolate tart might be my favorite. The silky chocolate mousse nestled in a salty pretzel crust and drizzled with salted caramel sauce combines for the best salty-sweet dessert you’ve ever had!
I’m in love with big salads with a lot going on. This Kale Quinoa Salad hits all of the best notes — hearty, nutritious, protein-packed, crunchy, sweet, salty, and tangy. Make it for a meatless meal or a meal prep option for lunches during the week!
I’m on a mission to make the best gluten free cookies ever. You’d never know these soft, chewy cookies were actually gluten free! Rich ginger-molasses flavor with a hint of coffee and THE best texture, they’ll disappear from your holiday cookie exchange in minutes. (So make extra. You won’t regret it.)
Trying gluten free cookie recipes is like crumbly cookie roulette. It’s hard to pull off that perfect cookie texture AND be gluten free. Well… you’re in luck because I did all of the testing for you! This Gluten Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookie is everything you want a chocolate cookie — a little gooey, a little …
Guys. I tried TEN different variations, playing with citrus, spices, and filling/topping ratios for this Apple Cranberry Crisp. And (not surprising) simple really is the best. I’ll show you my tips (psst.. frozen cranberries) to ensure this comes together perfectly every time.
Cornbread dressing has been beloved in our family for decades. Whether you call it dressing or stuffing, I promise that everyone around your Thanksgiving table will call it delicious! I love this southern twist on a classic with bits of sausage and all the herby flavors you love in stuffing. I mean dressing.
Warning: This beautiful tart might upset your Thanksgiving pie rankings and jump to the top of your list. My family (including every child) devoured this cranberry curd tart in one sitting. Don’t try it unless your other pies have thick skin and do OK with rejection.
My favorite part about delicata squash? NO PEELING NECESSARY! In fact, that bumpy exterior turns into delightfully crispy edges after a trip in the oven. Roasted delicata squash will become your new favorite vegetable side dish!
I’m a self-proclaimed vegetable ninja and love using bits of leftover produce to create a meal without waste! This pumpkin curry is the perfect home for those vegetables as well as that partial can of pumpkin puree giving you side eye. It’s cozy and nourishing and comes together in about 45 minutes!
During the fall season the Internet explodes with fun desserts, and my practical, health conscious self thinks “What about dinner? We still have to eat dinner!” While I’m not opposed to said desserts, the majority of the time I’m craving hearty, healthy things to keep me going during these busy months. Things like this buddha …
Soft, frosted sugar cookies that are laced with pumpkin and AND gluten free? Yep. I’ve cracked the code — these gluten free pumpkin cookies rival any frosted sugar cookie and your gluten free friends will love you for it.
Traditional shawarma is spit-roasted and shaved into thin slices. I don’t have a way to spit roast anything, and I’m guessing you don’t either. My version of chicken shawarma has all the shawarma flavors you love in sheet pan form! No spit roasting needed.
Out of nearly 20 salmon recipes I have on my site, this one is by far the quickest, easiest, and has the fewest ingredients. Blackened salmon will become your go-to healthy meal during the week when you need something fast. (Being super delicious is a big bonus, too!)
Over the years I’ve developed recipes specifically for the “frazzled mom” era that I’m in. I want you to have lightning fast, nourishing meals in your back pocket that your kids will actually eat. This Ginger Chicken Salad uses rotisserie chicken and pre-shredded vegetables as a smart shortcut!
I’ve been on a mission to make gluten free versions of my favorite treats for over a decade. These sugar cookies are based on my mom’s recipe I’ve been using for over 30 years, and I finally made a gluten free version to rival those. These are GOOD. And not just “good — for gluten …
You bought a Blackstone! Wondering what you can make on it besides burgers? I’ve got a roundup of some of my FAVORITE recipes that work well on a Blackstone.
I’d consider myself a grilled chicken connoisseur and after many, many trial runs of this grilled balsamic chicken, I’ve nailed down the best version! (Psst… simple is best.) I’ll show you everything you need and give you some tips to make the best, most flavorful marinated grilled chicken!
If crepes seem intimidating to you, you’re in the right place. I’ve made thousands of crepes over the last 20 years and have some great tips to ensure you have success with yours! You’ll especially love these chocolate crepes — and you do NOT need a special pan!
I love my smoker, but I don’t love projects that take more than a few hours. I’ve created a lot of recipes that are done in just a couple of hours so I don’t have to babysit my smoker all day! This smoked cream cheese is one of my favorites and will shock you at …
Want sweet potato fries that aren’t mushy? After making these easy oven fries for over a decade, I’ve discovered a few tricks for getting tasty sweet potato fries just the way I like them! And no fussy steps like pre-soaking. You’re welcome.
Want to make a delicious tomato soup but don’t have fresh tomatoes? I’ve got you. Using just a few pantry staples, you can have this deliciously simple red pepper tomato soup on the table in under 30 minutes without a tomato run!
Want to turn a bag of spring mix into a delicious berry salad? You just need a handful of easy to find ingredients and some raspberry-lime vinaigrette (that’s easy too!) You can have the whole thing done in 20 minutes!
Burrito bowls are a family favorite around here! My goal with this recipe? The best tasting burrito bowl with the least amount of effort. I paired this recipe down to the basics, using a few ingredients in a smart way to get these tasty burrito bowls on the table in about 45 minutes!
One of my favorite things to as a recipe creator is take inexpensive foods and elevate them to “Can I get this recipe?” status. Smoked Chicken Wings are a good example of this. Toss a package of cheap wings on a pellet grill or smoker and you end up with delicious little morsels that will …