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Lemon Peel – I use dried lemon peel like this for that bright, tangy citrus flavor that makes this seasoning stand out. If you can’t find it, you can make your own by drying fresh lemon zest (see my tips below). Dried Herbs – Dried thyme adds a subtle earthy flavor. You can substitute it with dried oregano or parsley if you prefer. Spices – Garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt (or any fine salt you’ve got is fine), and of course, black pepper....

We went for a walk around the lake as a family this past weekend to enjoy what I thought might be the last warm(ish) day of the year. Needless to say for anyone that has young children, we didn’t get very far. After a stop at the playground and a toddler refusing to sit in the stroller, it was time to head back pretty quickly. By the time we returned to the car, we were all freezing cold....

Sometimes I forget what types of recipes I’ve shared on this site before. Like, there have been a number of instances in which I’ve pulled a recipe at the last minute after realizing I posted something almost identical three or so years ago. I always think I have a good handle on my content, but at this point I’m well past 700 recipes, so I guess it makes sense that I forget a thing or two....

There’s one tried-and-true method of determining whether my, let’s face it, relatively stoic husband is into a recipe: he goes back for seconds. And thirds. If I hadn’t basically shamed him into not eating the entire paleo buffalo chicken casserole recipe, he’d have done just that: eaten the whole entire baker of the stuff. The craziest part? Even my toddler liked it! Well, if I’m being upfront about it: my toddler liked it after he picked off the parsley garnish....

I have this group of girlfriends, a few women who went to law school with my hubby. He introduced me to them years ago, and I promptly stole them away for my own. We get together regularly, not as often as we’d like now that we have husbands and kids, but we still make it a priority. We typically opt for potluck-style eating, making it easier than finding the right place to hang out and taking over a booth for hours....

I have been experimenting a lot with this amazing vegetable nowadays. Cauliflower is low carb and high in fiber and it fits in most types of diet. Because of their meaty texture, these are perfect for any savory dish. If you have already tried your hands on cauliflower fritters and ended up with soggy ones, then let me tell you a little secret here. Cauliflower once cooked, loses a lot of water....

Why You’ll Love This Recipe When you cook pizza rolls in the air fryer, they come out perfectly crispy outside and perfectly melty and hot inside. Way better results than cooking them in the microwave. It’s faster than using the oven, too, and you don’t heat up the entire kitchen!Air frying is so quick and easy! Since you’re cooking the food straight out of the freezer, you just tear open the box or bag and dump the pizza rolls in the basket!...

What Makes This Recipe So Good This delicious pork stew is jam-packed with flavor. It’s hearty, so comforting, filling without being heavy, and simply wonderful. The pork is cooked with vegetables, and seasoned with fragrant fresh herbs, until super juicy and fall-apart tender. So, so good and satisfying!It’s a one-pot meal. Less mess and easy clean-up, sign me up! And it’s seriously so easy to put together. Besides a little chopping, it’s a pretty off hand recipe....

Portobello mushrooms make perfect burgers for a couple of reasons. Firstly, they’re big and juicy. I don’t know about you, but when someone says ‘mushroom burger’ I always think ‘it better be a darn big mushroom otherwise this ain’t gonna work.’ Portobellos can hold their own in a bun, trust me. Second is that they take on flavour so well. Portobello Mushroom Burger Marinade The absolute key to a delicious mushroom burger is to marinate the mushrooms....

As I type this I’ve just finished polishing off my 5th one. When I tell you these are moreish I truly mean it!! Follow me… Chicken Quesadilla Filling The filling for these truly couldn’t be easier to make. Here’s what you’ll need: Chicken – Cooked rotisserie chicken makes for the speediest option. I like to shred it with two forks as opposed to dicing it, just so you can get it nice and compact in the cones....

🍤 What Makes This Recipe So Good Blackened shrimp is SO quick and easy! Mix up a little sauce, stir up a few spices, and toss the shrimp in the skillet for 3 minutes max. You’ll have dinner on the table in no time at all! The seasoning forms a slight crust on the cooked shrimp, which gives them a beautiful crispiness without having to deep fry anything! Both the blackened shrimp and the remoulade are low calorie, low carb, and keto-friendly!...

What is pulao? Pulao is a rice dish that is mainly eaten in Middle Eastern and South Asian countries. It is made by cooking rice with meat or vegetables, dried fruits, nuts, and spices. I generally use it in my salads and I have already shared a handful of quinoa salad recipes on my blog. However, today I am sharing an Indian-style quinoa recipe. It’s a quick, easy to make, wholesome, and delicious dish that can be enjoyed at any time of the day- Indian-style quinoa pulao....

Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for my radish salad recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Vegetables – The classic version my mom makes just has cucumbers and radishes, but honestly, toss in whatever crunchy veggies you’re into. Firm ones hold up best against that creamy dressing. One time, I swapped in sugar snap peas for the cucumbers, and it was so good!...

Though there are different components of an Indian thali (platter), Indian meals look incomplete without a delicious chutney or pickle on the side. For every season, there are different types of chutneys that are served in a meal and some can be eaten throughout the year too. Today I am sharing the recipe for one of the most popular chutneys that is eaten during summer- raw mango chutney. In Hindi, it is called kachhe aam ki chutney....

🥣 What Makes This Recipe So Good When you cook steel cut oats in the Instant Pot, they turn out creamy, buttery, slightly toasted – everything oats should be. Say goodbye to bowls of bland, mushy oatmeal that feels more like wet cardboard than a satisfying, comforting breakfast dish. The Instant Pot makes cooking so much easier in general, but it makes cooking steel cut oats in particular just flat-out foolproof....

🌽 What Makes This Recipe So Good Roasted chili corn salsa is one of my favorite salsas. It’s an absolute must with every Chipotle order. The flavors are so fresh and delish – a balance of tangy, smoky, sweet, and spicy. PLUS I just love how veggie-packed and nutrient-dense it is. Of course, that meant I had to really do it justice. A “close enough”, “inspired by”, “close your eyes and it’s pretty similar” version of my beloved corn salsa just wouldn’t do....

The great thing about this recipe is it’s so flippin’ easy. It’s literally made for midweek dinners! So if you’re on the hunt for another chicken dinner to add to your rotations then follow me… Roasted Red Pepper Chicken For this recipe, we’re going to be using boneless skinless chicken breast. I tend to grab two big breasts, and then slice them through the centre to create 4 even-sized breasts....

The ULTIMATE Chicken and Chorizo Recipe The great thing about a slow cooker recipe is the fact you can just flick it on and leave it to do its magic. However, if I’m leaving something to cook for up to 8 hours it best be darn flavoursome when it comes out the other end. That’s something I was conscious of when working on this recipe. One of the very first things you can do to work in extra flavour to this dish is fry the chicken before placing in the slow cooker....

Here is my second Slow Cooker recipe. The depth of flavor in this comforting soup comes soup comes from slow cooking. With simple ingredients, this Slow cooker chickpea sausage stew is perfect for a cozy winter night. Some crusty bread on the sides will make a complete meal. I won’t mind this stew with a bowl of steamed white rice though. I have a few more chickpea curries on the site....