So now, twenty years later, I still crave those little crispy boats whenever any football-related event begs for junk food. The only problem is that deep frying potatoes and layering them with butter, cheese, bacon, and sour cream makes them anything but healthy.. and certainly anything but vegan. But that doesn’t keep me from indulging! Except, of course, making them my way. Instead of swapping out every animal product with a processed vegan alternative, I decided to opt for a rich and creamy topping that’s full of flavor and festivity–guacamole....

The first time I tried to make pesto, it turned out horrible. I used dried basil. Oops. In my defense: I was twelve at the time. Still working on my culinary skills! Anyhow, I’d had pesto at our local Spaghetti Factory and fell in love. I’m not sure I followed a recipe. I probably asked the server what was in this delicious sauce and thought I’d stuck gold when I realized mom had all the ingredients on hand....

Ranch dressing was my favorite when I was growing up. I LOVED the stuff. I ate many meals at Perkins that consisted solely of a bread bowl (sans salad) and ranch dressing. I get quite a few requests for a vegan ranch dressing recipe, so I guess I’m not the only one who’s a fan of the stuff. And while I do have an older, lighter version of silken tofu ranch on the site (which I love) tofu just doesn’t cut it when it comes to recreating the richness of dairy-based ranch dressing....

Fruity muffins are among my favorite baking projects during the warmer months of the year. They’re so easy, and such a delicious way to enjoy seasonal produce. My vegan strawberry muffins, blueberry muffins, and blackberry muffins are all favorites that I find myself making again and again. Well, berry season is almost here, and I’m ready for it. Raspberries are really available year round, but they’re best during the summer....

O grew up eating halwa poori with cholay for breakfast and big bowls of dal and curry for lunch and dinner. And I myself could live my entire life on rich spiced saag paneer and mushroom bhaji and chicken 65. But for O, it’s all about the journey. The journey from the bowl to his face. The journey of the curry from the bowl to his face. The journey of the curry scooped in buttery folded naan from the bowl to his face....

Any time we’re on a Whole30, I spend a couple hours on Sunday afternoon, making dishes for the week. This usually looks like a batch of Whole30 garlic mayonnaise, Whole30 chicken salad, and Whole30 ranch dressing. But one Sunday, I was struck by the strangest, strongest urge to make a sausage and veggie bake, filled with chopped spinach, fresh tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, homemade spicy breakfast sausage, and fresh herbs. And you know what?...

🍅 What Makes This Recipe So Good I said it before and I’ll say it again. Sausage dip is a classic for a reason! Irresistibly creamy, savory with the slightest bit of heat, and so ridiculously easy to make. It’s one of those party foods that keeps people coming back for seconds and thirds, and that’s totally fine, because you can easily double it or throw together another batch in about 15 minutes....

Why crab, you ask? Uhh, more like why not crab? Shellfish allergies aside, if you’re not eating crab, you’re missing out!The juicy lean meat of a crab is full of protein (without the saturated fats) plus it’s a great source of anti-inflammatory EPA and DHA. It’s also got high levels of immune-system-supporting copper, zinc, and selenium.Whether you’re eating crab on salads, avocados, crostini, or eggs, you’re going to love the rich, buttery texture and incredible (not fishy!...

My vegetable garden is producing a ton of green beans this year. And while I love green beans, they’re not a vegetable I normally keep in my dinner rotation, so I’m getting creative with new ways to use them. This air fried green beans recipe is something I created that’s really come in handy. It’s a great all-occasion side dish and a super easy air fryer recipe that goes with just about any main dish....

🥦 What Makes This Recipe So Good The air fryer cooks frozen broccoli florets to crisp, browned perfection! Cooking broccoli has seriously never been so easy. You don’t even need to defrost the florets first. The air fryer’s faster than the oven, and the broccoli won’t turn to mush like they would in the microwave. Plus there’s basically no prep. It’s great! The seasonings are totally customizable! Southwest, cajun, or Italian seasoning would be delicious....

What Exactly Is Gluten? “Gluten free” has become a big culinary buzz term in recent years, with gluten free goodies and recipes popping up all over restaurants, grocery stores, and food blogs. But what is gluten, and why do some things need to be gluten free? Essentially, “gluten” refers to the proteins glutenin and gliadin. It gets its name from the glue-like consistency that forms when flour and water mix. This consistency is what makes dough doughy and what makes bread rise....

History of Mother’s Day Celebration Before we dive into the recipes, let’s take a look at how this special day in the calendar came to pass. The celebration of Mother’s Day can be traced all the way back to the early 1900s. It is a day set aside to honor and appreciate mothers and mother figures for their unconditional love and selflessness. Origins of Mother’s Day Did you know that Mother’s Day has ancient origins?...

How good can sheet pan fajitas be? -Me, like two seconds before I took my first bite of these steak fajitas, tucked inside in a lettuce wrap, topped with guacamole and fresh salsa. MOMMOMMOMMOMMOM TRY THESE TRY THESE TRY THESE HOW ARE THEY SO GOOD -Me, like two seconds after I took that first, magical bite. Really, though, this is my, you know, full-time job, and I don’t even know how these sheet pan fajitas with steak are so good, how the steak is so tender, and how they are so ding dang easy....

When I was growing up my family had a favorite Mexican restaurant, and I always ordered enchiladas. When they showed up, they were always covered in a big scoop of sloppy refried beans. I thought that was how enchiladas were served—with refried bean sauce. Sounds reasonable, and it was always delicious. It wasn’t until I started cooking that I realized, no, refried beans are not typically used as enchilada sauce....

This one is a new favorite! I never thought my favorite soup would be made of cauliflower. I never thought my favorite anything would be made of cauliflower. I had a tough time getting down with cauliflower for a while. You know those frozen bags of mixed veggies that have some combination along the lines of peas, carrots and cauliflower? They kind of ruined cauliflower for me. The cauliflower was always the blandest, soggiest part of the mix, and for a long time that was the extent of my cauliflower experience....

This is such a simple recipe but it truly works. Along with a few extra goodies, the brie really takes a regular cheesy pasta to knew heights! Follow me… Bacon Much to your surprise I’m sure, bacon is one of the 5 additions to this brie pasta. Bacon and brie is a glorious combo (see bacon brie cranberry grilled cheese / brie blackberry bacon croissants). Not only does it form a flavour profile of salty goodness, but the difference in texture with the crisp bacon and gooey brie is to die for....

What Is Cabbage Roll Casserole? Cabbage roll casserole is a comforting meal that combines the taste of cabbage rolls with the convenience of a casserole. The classic recipe consists of cabbage baked in layers of rich tomato sauce, ground meat, and melty cheese. Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for unstuffed cabbage roll casserole, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card....

Cauliflower cheese is one of my all-time favourite side dishes. I mean, when you slather most foods in cheese and bake it, you’re on to a winner. But cauliflower just takes on all that deliciousness so well. The only thing better than cauliflower cheese though? Cauliflower cheese pasta bake. Follow me… Roasted Cauliflower Put the pot of boiling water away, put the steamer away, put it all away. Roasting cauliflower is the superior method and here’s why: I typically roast it in the baking dish I’m using for the pasta bake itself, just for less washing up....

At first thought, chicken and ham might seem like an odd combination. But it’s similar to chicken and bacon. It also happens to work perfectly in a pie! Follow me… Chicken and Ham Pie Filling What cut of chicken is best to use? For this recipe we’ll be using boneless skinless chicken thighs. This is much more preferable than using breast, as thigh is much fattier and more flavoursome. It’s also much more robust, which is necessary since it’s essentially going to get cooked 3 times....

What Makes This Recipe So Good The sauce requires just a few ingredients and is perfectly savory and delicious. Mix up the sauce in the last step of this recipe, then simmer with the chicken and veggies for a dish that is exploding with flavor!It comes together in under 30 minutes for a quick and nutritious dinner! Serve this chicken chop suey on its own for an easy, though delicious low-carb meal....