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This recipe takes simple roasted sweet potatoes one level higher – with the shiny, sweet, and rich maple glaze on the potatoes, topped only with crunchy walnuts. To make the deal sweeter, you can add some crumbled feta on top. There is more waiting involved than actual prepping. You may look at my other appetizing sweet potato recipes – Instant Pot Pumpkin Sweet potato Soup, Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash, Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus, or Instant Pot Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry....

I hate that I love Cookie Butter so much. I hate that I sneak spoonfuls on the reg, and I am really not that type of person (O on the other hand…). I hate that I don’t feel this way about sorbets or carrots or chocolate smoothies. No, I hate this recipe because I can never make it 100% healthy, of course; I hate it because I love it so much....

Corn might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of stir-fry veggies. Most folks find fresh corn more suited to dishes like corn chowder, corn fritters, or cornbread, which are delicious, but corn has way more potential! Corn actually makes an excellent main ingredient for a stir-fry. Think about it: fresh corn kernels are firm and cook up tender crisp, and they have a wonderful sweet flavor that deliciously compliments the savory and salty notes you find in stir-fry sauces....

Chicken dinners truly don’t come more delicious than this. If you’re on the hunt for another easy meal to add to your rotations, then you’re in the right place. Follow me… Cajun Chicken For this recipe we’re going to use boneless skinless chicken thighs. You could however use breast if you’d prefer (more on that in the recipe card notes). Marinating the Chicken To inject some flavour into the chicken we’re going to marinate it in a simple concoction of olive oil, lime juice, cajun seasoning and salt & pepper....

One of the nice things about running this blog is that I get to have vegan Thanksgiving all November long. I never had vegan Thanksgiving at all before I started blogging: my family never would’ve tolerated a turkey-less holiday. But now I’ve got a whole month to share sides and mains and desserts. My husband and I have a vegan Thanksgiving dinner at home at least twice a week during the month or so leading up to the holiday....

This vegan pumpkin cake tastes just like a big hug you get while wearing a cozy hand knitted sweater from grandma while taking an autumn stroll outside among the leaves. And isn’t that what we all need this time of year? After a long hot summer I know I’m pretty beat, and ready for cake that’s loaded with fall flavor. Well this cake packs in about as much fall flavor as possible, with minimal effort....

And once I tasted it, I was sold. I now boil my eggs, a couple of minutes less, and mash them up with a fork to get the required creamy texture. Everyone follows their own methods to prepare perfectly boiled eggs. The simplest way to ensure soft-boiled eggs is to pull them out a couple of minutes before the completely done-ness. Put them in some cold water to stop the cooking process and to make them easier to peel....

It’s summer. Doesn’t it feel like it there? We skipped over spring entirely here. One day, while we were still in Europe last month, I checked the weather back home: 35º. When we arrived back in the States, it was 85 and humid as the jungle. What… I… How did that happen?! Who allowed that?! Regardless of whether your transition to summer is more of a gradual warming of the breeze or a sudden, full-stop, perma-sweat onset, it’s time for cooler drinks, icy treats, refreshing recipes....

The Ultimate Nachos! When I say these nachos are about to change your life, I truly mean it. I mean yeah, on paper gnocchi nachos might sound slightly, erm, bizarre? But it 100% works. Is there any need for gnocchi nachos? Absolutely not. Are we gonna stuff our faces with zero regrets anyway? Hell yes we are! The reason these gnocchi nachos work so well is because the gnocchi is toasted....

Isn’t it nice to have quick and fuss-free recipes in your back pocket for those busy days? It is even better if you are bringing dinner to the table in less than 20 minutes. This Korean Chicken thigh recipe just fits all the bills. The caramelized sauce that coats the chicken is to die for. Back to back two Korean Recipes guys. I am totally obsessed with the flavors and can’t help sharing all the new recipes I am trying....

Why This Recipe Is So Good This brownie batter is unbelievably rich and chocolatey. It’s hard to believe that something that tastes this good is paleo, gluten free, and vegan!This brownie batter literally take two steps, so it’s so easy to whip up a batch when you’re craving a sweet treat! How To Make It All you need to make this super easy brownie batter is: almond flour cocoa powder pure maple syrup refined coconut oil melted almond milkvanilla extract sea saltdairy-free chocolate chips...

What Is Chicken Piccata? Chicken piccata is a classic Italian-American dish consisting of thin, pounded chicken breast pan fried with a lemony butter and caper sauce. Some versions of this recipe dredge chicken in all purpose flour before pan frying, but there’s no need — we’re dredging the chicken in something else that’s healthier and even more delicious. Ingredients You’ll Need Here I explain the best ingredients for easy lemon chicken piccata, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options....

Honestly, quinoa was not a part of our cooking when I was growing up. However, it has become a regular in my kitchen for the last few years and now everyone in my family loves quinoa. That’s the reason you find me regularly posting easy quinoa recipes on my blog. Today, I am sharing a very tasty and healthy quinoa recipe which is loaded with a lot of my favorite ingredients- cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, spinach, roasted pumpkin, beets, lemon juice, and fresh coriander leaves....

Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for my easy sweet potato casserole recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. How To Make Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecans I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card. After topping your sweet potato casserole with pecans, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 3 days....

I feel this recipe has been a long time coming. I’ve seen the classic Hamburger Helper flying around the internet for many years, so I simply had to give my 10 pence (or ‘cents’ should I say). And yes, I have tried the original! Follow me.. Homemade Hamburger Helper Let’s just clear a few cobwebs, especially for my fellow Brits reading this. What is Hamburger Helper? It’s essentially a boxed mac & cheese to which you add ground beef (aka minced beef)....

Peanut is one of my favorite things to munch on. I always keep dry roasted peanuts in my kitchen and generally just sprinkle some pink salt and pepper on it. I also love adding roasted peanuts to my salads or noodles. Another very good way of enjoying peanut is in it’s boiled form. Just soak peanuts overnight and boil them in the morning with some salt. You can enjoy it just like that as a healthy snack....

Why These Ribs Are So Good These ribs are so easy to make and made entirely in the Instant Pot.These ribs are so succulent and they are fall off the bone tender.They are Whole30 compliant and paleo, and the sauce is healthier as it is homemade.You can find this recipe and lots more in my Paleo Instant Pot Cookbook. How To Make Them If Making BBQ Sauce Homemade: The Easy Way To Make BBQ Ribs When it comes to BBQ, I know what I’m talking about, I’m a Memphis girl after all!...

Need a quick reference for more keto foods? This gigantic keto food list is a great place to start. Is Soy Sauce Keto Friendly? Can you have soy sauce on keto? The answer is murky. Soy sauce is technically keto friendly because it contains low net carbs, but it is not the cleanest ingredient to stock in your low carb pantry. Why? There are several reasons that soy may be bad for you: If anything, you can have soy sauce on keto if you adhere to a dirty low carb diet....

I try to post a good amount of recipes that classify as easy, but this one is almost too easy. So easy, in fact, that I was a little reluctant to even share it. Initially I had a more complicated recipe in mind — one that involved chopping and sautéing, a long simmer time, and lots more ingredients. But then I spotted a container of leftover marinara sauce in the freezer and it seemed silly to go to all that trouble when things could be much simpler....

What Is Jicama? Jicama, sometimes called Mexican potato, Mexican yam bean, Mexican turnip, or Chinese turnip, is a root vegetable with a brown skin and starchy interior. It’s similar to a potato, but is larger, sweeter (a little reminiscent of an apple), and much lower in carbs. Jicama nutrition, mild flavor, and versatility are just a few reasons to include this veggie in your diet. Jicama can be eaten raw, steamed, or fried with a little oil in a skillet....