Phyllo meat pie, also known as Egyptian goulash, is a savory pie made of well-seasoned, minced beef with a dash of creaminess that lies between many layers of flaky, crispy, golden phyllo pastry dough. This cozy and hearty ground beef meat pie is easy to prepare and make ahead. It's the ultimate comfort food to warm you up this season.
Why You'll Love Phyllo Meat Pie (Egyptian Goulash)
- Crispy, flaky phyllo dough. If you don't know what phyllo dough is, you're missing out! Phyllo dough (also called filo dough) is a crispy, flaky pastry dough that is soft, crunchy, light, and filling all at the same time. It's not sweet, so it's the perfect dough for a savory meat pie like Egyptian goulash.
- Savory meat filling. The delicious ground beef mixture is a simple one made with just a handful of ingredients, but the flavor it packs on in incredible. Plus, when you add in the creamy milk mixture on top, it gives it a creaminess that is so comforting.
- Ultimate comfort food. If you are craving some comfort for dinner, then this is for you. Well-seasoned meat sandwiched between the crispy, golden dough delivers a pie that satisfies every time. You'll love your first bite (and every bite after!) of this phyllo meat pie.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious and comforting phyllo ground beef meat pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- ground beef filling - made with ground beef, vegetable oil, tomato paste, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- butter
- olive oil
- phyllo pastry sheets
- milk
- egg
- salt and pepper
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl, and a 9x13 casserole pan or half sheet baking pan.
How to Make the Best Phyllo Meat Pie (Egyptian Goulash)
- Prepare the beef filling. Heat oil in a large shallow saucepan for 2 minutes over medium-high heat until the hot oil sizzles. Add ground beef and stir well to cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides. Stir in garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until tender. Season with salt, pepper, and cumin. Add tomato paste and stir well to combine. Set aside and let the beef mixture cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
- Assemble the phyllo meat pie. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and olive oil and light grease a 9x13-inch casserole pan (or baking pan) using a silicone brush.
- Place 3-4 sheets of phyllo dough at a time on the lightly greased pan and tuck in any excess dough. Generously apply the butter mixture over the first layer of dough until evenly covered.
- Place another 3-4 sheets of phyllo dough and spread the butter mixture over evenly.
- Repeat with one more time layer of 3-4 sheets phyllo dough and butter mixture. This will create the laminated puff pastry dough made up of many layers of alternating dough and butter mixture.
- Add and evenly spread the meat filling.
- Repeat the same steps over the top of the filling by adding layers of 3-4 sheets of dough and butter mixture until all phyllo sheets and butter mixture are finished.
- Make and pour in the milk mixture. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together milk, egg, salt and pepper. Cut the phyllo pie into 12 even pieces using a sharp knife and slowly pour and spread the milk mixture over the pie.
- Bake. Transfer the baking pan into a 375 F preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes until the crust is crispy and golden brown on top. Let the pie rest for 10-15 minutes and serve.
Storing and Reheating
- Make ahead instructions: You can cook the beef filling 1-2 days in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to make the goulash, all you need to do is assemble the meat pie and bake.
- Tips for working with phyllo: Phyllo is typically found in the frozen aisle of the grocery store. To use it in this recipe, it needs to be thawed. For the best results, thaw it slowly in the refrigerator overnight, or for a few hours at room temperature. When you are working with the filo sheets, keep in mind that they will dry out if left out of their packaging for too long, so work quickly when assembling.
- How to store phyllo meat pie: Egyptian goulash is best served fresh. To store any leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Note that the phyllo may loose some of its crispiness. I found that the best way to get the crispiness back is to reheat in the air fryer.
- How to freeze: Once cooled, wrap up any leftover phyllo meat pie tightly in plastic cling wrap and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or for a few hours at room temperature before reheating.
- How to reheat: I would not recommend reheating phyllo meat pie in the microwave as it will loose its crunch. Instead, use an air fryer, oven, or toaster oven preheated to 350F and reheat for 5-10 minutes until the meat pie is warmed through.
More Ground Beef Recipes
- 25 Best Ground Beef Recipes
- Ground Beef Meat Pie
- Mexican Ground Beef Tacos
- Mini Meat Pies with Soy Sauce
- Skillet Shepherd's Pie
- Classic Meatloaf
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Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
Homemade strawberry frozen yogurt is a healthy dessert that is delicious and refreshing on a hot summer day, or any day you are craving a cool sweet treat. It's one that you can feel good about eating especially because it contains 4 simple ingredients that you recognize, has no refined sugar, and is much more convenient (and cheaper!) that going out to buy store-bought froyo. I am talking about under 5 minutes kind of convenience. So what are you waiting for?
Why You'll Love Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
- You only need four simple ingredients. All you need to make this recipe is frozen strawberries, a sweetener, plain yogurt, and lemon juice. Unlike froyo that you buy at an ice cream parlor which likely contains a large amount of sugar, preservatives, and other ingredients that you won't even recognize.
- Way better than store-bought. Replacing your ice cream habit or froyo runs with this healthy recipe will save you time and money-not to mention calories! Plus, its versatile, so you can switch up the flavors with whatever frozen fruit you've got.
- It takes less than 5 minutes. This strawberry frozen yogurt is a quick and easy recipe that is ready to indulge in in less than five minutes. All you need to do is pop it in a blender or food processor, and enjoy!
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy 4-ingredient frozen yogurt, you will need a food processor or blender, and the following ingredients:
- strawberries - frozen strawberries will work best. If using fresh strawberries, you will need to freeze the mixture for a few hours to let it set and it will be more icy vs. creamy. With frozen strawberries, you can serve immediately with the perfect creamy texture.
- Greek yogurt - Greek yogurt will give this recipe extra creaminess, but you can also substitute it with regular plain yogurt.
- honey - for extra sweetness, if needed. You can substitute this with maple syrup or agave syrup.
- lemon juice
You can use this recipe as a base for any flavor of frozen yogurt that you are craving. Don't be afraid to get creative. Consider adding or substituting other frozen fruits, like blueberries, cherries, blackberries, raspberries, peaches, and mangos.
How to Make the Best Homemade Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
This five minute blender recipe is super easy to make in just minutes. First, add all the ingredients into a food processor or blender, and blend until smooth to a desired consistency, about 4-5 minutes in the food processor, and 30 seconds in the blender (be careful not to overblend as it will get too soft).
Then, just serve. You can also transfer the frozen yogurt into an airtight container or loaf pan and freeze for 15-20 minutes if you prefer it firmer.
You can also store the frozen yogurt in an ice cube tray, and then transfer to a freezer bag for easy portions.
How to Store
Store frozen yogurt in an airtight container for up to 1 month in the freezer. If you find that it is too hard to scoop, then let it sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before scooping with an ice cream scoop. to the freezer.
More Frozen Treats
- 3-Ingredient Peach Sorbet
- No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream with Strawberry Jam
- Strawberries and Cream Popsicles
- Strawberry Sorbet
- Blackberry Milkshake
- Watermelon Basil Sorbet
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40 Best Salad Recipes
Craving a light and refreshing salad but bored of the same mixed greens salad? Well, if you are looking for some major salad inspiration, the you have come to the right place. We are sharing this collection of our 40 best and most popular salad recipes so that you don't have to look any further when wondering "how to make the best salad". You will find everything from classic summer salads, salads with fruit, Mexican salads, Asian-style salads (hello cold noodles!), fall and winter salads, and more! Plus, make any of these salads a complete meal by adding in some protein (if it doesn't already have it), so that you can whip up a big plate of salad for dinner in under 10 minutes.
Classic Summer Salads
The perfect Greek salad with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, green peppers, romaine lettuce, olives and feta cheese tossed in a lemon vinaigrette.
Italian pasta salad is delicious, wholesome, and easy to make. Make it up to three days ahead for your summer picnics and cookouts. You can't get more classic than Italian Salad on Memorial Day!
Classic Caesar Salad is fresh, crisp, delicious, and flavorful. With three simple ingredients tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, it's ready in minutes.
Simple tomato cucumber avocado salad with a delicious lemon vinaigrette is a light and refreshing salad that comes together in literally 5 minutes.
Chicken Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing
Chicken garden salad with ranch dressing is fresh, healthy, hearty, and colorful. It's a filling and wholesome lunch or dinner that is versatile too.
Classic Potato Salad is tangy and creamy with chunks of fluffy potatoes, soft eggs, and crunchy vegetables. It's a perfect, quick and easy summer side dish.
Arugula Salad with Parmesan cheese and a simple homemade lemon dressing is healthy, fresh, and delicious. Toss it together in just 5 minutes!
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
Quick and easy Mediterranean orzo pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and herbs is tossed in a Greek lemon vinaigrette. Healthy, light and delicious.
Take fresh-off-the-grill corn on the cob and turn it into a light, flavourful summer corn salad, topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and cheese.
Fresh, crisp, classic coleslaw salad is a must-have recipe for a summer barbecue or picnic, or as an easy make-ahead lunch. Make it in less than 10 minutes.
Beet Salad is a light, fresh, and vibrant salad packed with nutrients. It is loaded with beets, greens, feta, and walnuts, tossed in a homemade vinaigrette.
Mediterranean Chickpea Wedge Salad
Mediterranean chickpea wedge salad combines chickpeas, crunchy vegetable toppings, and hummus dressing for a delicious deconstructed falafel flavour.
Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese Salad
Quick and easy tomato and mozzarella caprese salad is a fresh, light, and delicious summer salad, made with just a few simple ingredients in 10 minutes.
Mediterranean Buckwheat Salad is quick, easy, and delicious. Loaded with superfood buckwheat, this salad is healthy, naturally gluten-free, and vegetarian.
Grilled shrimp salad is a quick and easy, healthy summer meal that is loaded with fresh, flavorful ingredients, all tossed in an easy homemade dressing.
Take a bite into this refreshing, gluten-free quinoa and spinach salad bursting with colourful tomatoes, cucumbers and raisins.
Chickpea Greek salad is a fresh, healthy, vibrant, and colorful salad, packed with traditional Mediterranean ingredients, superfoods, and nutrients.
Classic macaroni salad is a creamy and delicious pasta salad that is easy to throw together. It's the perfect side to bring to a summer potluck or BBQ.
This creamy cucumber salad is the easy, refreshing snack and side dish your summer cookouts have been missing. Make it ahead with just 5 minutes prep. Another one of the classic Memorial Day recipes.
Quick easy homemade garden salad is simple and delicious. Ready in minutes, it's loaded with crisp leafy greens, fresh garden veggies, and crunchy croutons.
Mediterranean White Bean Salad is loaded with cannellini beans, veggies, feta, and fresh herbs, tossed in a homemade Greek dressing. Perfect for meal prep!
Lemon kale salad is a simple, flavorful, and healthy meal that's thrown together in just minutes with fresh ingredients. The perfect quick lunch or dinner.
Greek chicken salad is fresh, healthy, and delicious, packed with classic Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a light lunch or dinner, or for meal prep.
Israeli Couscous Salad is a hearty, flavorful, and delicious salad, packed with pearl couscous, fresh veggies, and feta, tossed in a simple lemon dressing.
Potato Salad with Baby Potatoes
Easy homemade potato salad is loaded with baby potatoes, eggs, and green onions and tossed in a mayo sauce and is a go-to for summer barbecues and picnics.
Greek Pasta Salad is quick and easy, loaded with Mediterranean flavors, and delicious. Serve it at a summer cookout or potluck, or meal prep weekly lunches.
Southwest Salad is a delicious and hearty salad that is loaded with classic southwestern flavors with a Tex-Mex twist, tossed in a homemade salad dressing.
Mediterranean Couscous Salad is healthy, flavorful, and easy to make. It's packed with classic ingredients including couscous, fresh veggies, and feta.
Kale Caesar Salad is a delicious, healthy twist on classic Caesar salad with all the traditional flavors but added crunch and rich earthiness of fresh kale.
Southwest Quinoa Salad is hearty, flavorful, and delicious. It's loaded with chunky vegetables and tender quinoa, coated in a tangy homemade dressing.
Bright and colorful caprese pasta salad is the ultimate summer side dish. It's fresh, light, and loaded with vibrant summer flavors. Quick and easy too!
Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad
Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad loaded with veggies and tossed in a Greek dressing is filling, healthy, nutritious, gluten-free, and easy to make.
Creamy broccoli slaw salad is healthy, delicious, and flavourful. It's packed with crunchy vegetables, salty feta, sweet raisins, and a creamy dressing.
Persian Shirazi Salad with Cucumber and Tomato
Healthy, light and refreshing Persian Shirazi salad with cucumber and tomato is a simple salad packed with herbs and tossed in an olive oil and lime dressing.
Salad with Fruit
Loaded with fresh ingredients, strawberry avocado salad with poppy seed dressing is the ultimate summer salad -- light, vibrant, fresh, sweet, and tangy.
Watermelon feta salad with cucumbers and mint is a simple and delicious refreshing summer salad that you can toss together in 5 minutes.
Peach arugula salad with balsamic vinaigrette is an easy delicious summer salad made with a handful of simple ingredients that packs on lots of flavor.
This Summer Citrus Salad is delicious, tangy, and colorful. It's loaded with fresh fruit including oranges and grapefruit tossed in a citrus dressing.
Thai mango salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that makes a great summer lunch or side dish. Easy to throw together in 10 minutes.
This Summer Fruit Salad is colorful, delicious, and naturally sweet (no processed sugar!). It's easy to make with fresh fruit tossed in a homemade dressing.
Mexican Salads
Shrimp taco salad with cilantro lime dressing is flavourful, delicious, and easy to make. It has all the fixings and of shrimp tacos, but without the mess.
Beef taco salad is a simple, filling, and delicious meal loaded with your favorite taco fillings, and a creamy lime dressing. Make it in 20 minutes.
This Mexican Caesar Salad is loaded with Mexican ingredients. It's fresh, light, delicious, flavorful - and might even taste better than the original!
Mexican street corn salad adds a twist to a classic street food, loaded with freshly grilled corn, a creamy cheesy dressing, and authentic flavor.
Cilantro lime slaw is fresh, light, crunchy, and zesty. Ready in 5 minutes, it's the perfect pairing for tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and barbecued meats. =
Mexican Chicken Caesar Salad is a delicious, flavorful twist on a classic Caesar salad with Mexican flavors and ingredients tossed in Caesar dressing.
Asian-Style Salads
There's nothing better on a hot day than a cold and refreshing vegan soba noodle salad, tossed with fresh vegetables and a delicious saucy dressing.
Asian chopped salad is a delicious and colorful salad, loaded with refreshing crisp vegetables, plant-based protein, and a homemade creamy sesame dressing.
Kani Salad is loaded with thin strips of crab, julienned vegetables, and a creamy mayo dressing (which can be made spicy for a Spicy Kani Salad).
Nothing screams summer more than a crispy, crunchy, Asian cold noodle salad infused with a refreshing peanut, cilantro and lime dressing.
Light, refreshing and crisp Chinese garlic cucumber salad is a quick and easy, simple salad tossed in an Asian dressing and packed with a ton of flavour.
Vietnamese chicken salad (known as goi ga) made with shredded chicken and nuoc cham dressing is a fresh, tangy salad full of flavor, color, and texture.
Spring Salads
This Spring Salad is light, fresh, and vibrant. It is packed with fresh seasonal vegetables and chickpeas tossed in a homemade honey balsamic dressing.
Chopped asparagus salad with lemon vinaigrette is the easiest and best spring salad ever - colourful, vibrant, flavourful, light, and crunchy.
Spring Pesto Pasta Salad with Asparagus
Spring pesto pasta with asparagus and chives is light and made with simple ingredients in under 20 minutes. Serve it hot for dinner or cold as pasta salad.
Fall and Winter Salads
Fall Harvest Salad with Butternut Squash and Apple
Fall harvest salad with roasted butternut squash and apple is the only salad recipe you need this fall or winter. It's healthy, wholesome, and nourishing.
Apple Walnut Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Throw together crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and sweet cranberries for a taste of the holidays in this fall apple walnut salad with homemade balsamic vinaigrette.
Winter Kale Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette and Spiced Pecans
Cozy winter kale salad with apple cider vinaigrette is easy to make with crispy apples, tangy goat cheese and crunchy spiced pecans in under 10 minutes.
Arugula Salad with Apple and Pecan
Arugula salad with apple and pecan is a quick and easy fall salad made with fresh seasonal ingredients in just minutes. Perfect for a holiday dinner table.
Butternut squash salad is a light meal that's loaded with fall flavors - roasted butternut squash, baby kale, walnuts, dried cranberries, and feta.
This fresh and festive Christmas Salad is made with delicious winter fruits and has a gorgeous wreath-like appearance. It's earthy, sweet, nutty, and tangy.
Arugula and Roasted Carrot Salad
Arugula and roasted carrot salad is one of the best spring salads, packed with a delicious combination of sweet and sour flavours, plus easy to make.
This Sweet Kale Salad is loaded with hearty greens, veggies, and homemade poppy seed dressing - inspired by the Taylor Farms salad kit from Costco.
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is a delicious fall salad packed with fresh sprouts, apples, cranberries, and crunchy seeds, tossed in a homemade vinaigrette.
This Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad is easy to make, ready in under an hour, delicious, and loaded with health benefits. It's the perfect fall salad.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad
Roasted brussels sprouts salad with creamy potatoes, crispy string beans, tender brussels sprouts, is tossed in a delicious homemade dijon vinaigrette.
This simple and healthy Thanksgiving Salad is loaded with greens, seasonal veggies, pomegranate seeds, and pecans, all tossed in a homemade vinaigrette.
Goat Cheese and Tangelo Winter Salad
Healthy and light, goat cheese and tangelo winter salad with creamy caesar dressing is flavourful, crunchy and takes just minutes to prepare.
Warm Lentil Salad with Butternut Squash
This warm lentil salad with butternut squash and shiitake mushrooms is the most comforting salad. Add it to your holiday dinner this fall.
Mandarin orange salad is fresh, vibrant, tangy, and sweet, bursting with flavour, and topped with a delicious orange salad dressing.
Best Salad Dressing Recipes
Homemade Italian dressing is easy to make, delicious, and tastes way better than store-bought salad dressing. Make it in a matter of just minutes.
Homemade Greek salad dressing is light, fresh, and flavorful. Quick and easy, and so much better, tastier, and healthier than store-bought.
Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing is rich, creamy, and flavorful. It's a quick simple dressing made in minutes with a classic salty, earthy, and umami taste.
Homemade poppy seed dressing is sweet, savory, and fresh. It's a quick and easy olive oil and balsamic salad dressing that is loaded with poppy seeds.
Nothing beats homemade creamy cilantro lime dressing. It's fresh, vibrant, easy to make in 5 minutes, and tastes better than store-bought salad dressing. Serve it over salads, tacos, tostadas, enchiladas, grilled vegetables and meat.
Homemade Southwest Salad Dressing is creamy and flavorful with a little spicy kick. This quick and easy yogurt-based dressing is ready in just minutes.
Quick and easy creamy sesame dressing will elevate your favorite meals. It's delicious, savory, and nutty. Perfect for salads, as a marinade, or sauce.
Tips for Storing Salad
- Make ahead instructions: Almost all of these salads can be made ahead of time. My biggest suggestion is to store the ingredients separately from the dressing, and toss when ready to serve. To prep ahead of time, you can chop up all the ingredients and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- How to store: If you do have leftovers, most salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Refer to the specific recipe post for complete storing instructions.
- How to customize. Most salad recipes are versatile and completely customizable. You can add in different vegetables or add in extra protein such as grilled chicken, grilled shrimp, salmon, or tofu.
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Fresh Strawberry Pie
Fresh strawberry pie is a delicious, summer dessert that is loaded to the brim with juicy, ripe strawberries tossed in a homemade strawberry glaze, all packed into a flakey and buttery pie crust. This mouthwateringly delicious is super easy to throw together, and goes so well served with a dollop of whipped cream on top. This pie is so good, you have to try it.
Why You'll Love Fresh Strawberry Pie
- Fresh summer produce = the best pies. Summer is the best season because it means the farms are packed with fresh summer produce like strawberries, blueberries, peaches, and cherries. And the best way to put those delicious fruit to use is in a summer fruit pie. Some other delicious summertime pies to try this year are Lattice Top Blueberry Pie, Cherry Pie, and Peach Cobbler.
- Quick and easy. This recipe is really easy to make. It involves pre-baking the pie crust, then making a delicious fresh strawberry filling and pouring it in. Chill in the refrigerator until set, and then serve. Don't forget the whipping cream for a cool touch.
- Made without jello or gelatin. Many fresh strawberry pies are made with jello or gelatin to help bind the filling together. We bind the filling here together with a strawberry glaze made from scratch using the strawberries themselves and a little cornstarch to thicken it all up.
Ingredients
- pie dough - you can use a store-bought pie dough or a homemade dough. I used my Easy Puff Pastry Pie Dough. You only need a single pie crust, so I halved the recipe. Whichever dough you use, you will need to blind bake it (or pre-bake) until golden, before adding the filling. You can also opt for a no-bake graham cracker crust as well.
- strawberries - use fresh in season, high-quality strawberries for the best and juiciest results. We went to the local market and picked our own huge bucket of strawberries (stay tuned for all the strawberry recipes in the coming weeks). I do not recommend using frozen strawberries for this recipe.
- granulated sugar
- vanilla extract
- lemon juice + zest - adds a little zing and balances out the flavors really nicely.
- cornstarch - helps thicken the filling so that we don't need to use any jello or gelatin in this recipe.
How to Make the Best Fresh Strawberry Pie
- Prepare the pie dough. If using homemade pie dough, roll out the pie dough and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Gently press down and trim any excess dough from the sides. Use a fork or your fingers to crimp the edges. If using a store-bought pie crust, it should already be pressed into a disposable pie dish.
- Blind bake the crust. Blind bake the pie crust in a 400F preheated oven for 20 minutes until the edges turn golden brown. If you are using store-bought pie dough, blind bake according to the package instructions. (To help the crust stay in place while baking, you can fill with pie weights for the first 10 minutes, and then remove). Once baked, transfer onto a wire rack and cool completely.
- Make the strawberry glaze. While the crust is baking, prepare the strawberry glaze by adding 2 cups strawberries to a medium saucepan. Use a fork to mash the strawberries. Then add sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch. Stir well until well combined and bring to a simmer over medium heat until thickened to a desired consistency, about 5 minutes. (Do not use high heat to cook the glaze and stir constantly to make sure the mixture is cooked evenly). Set side and let cool for 15 minutes.
- Assemble the pie. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the remaining 3 cups strawberry with cooled strawberry glaze and toss well to coat evenly. Carefully transfer the strawberry mixture into the pie crust and refrigerate for 2-3 hours (or longer) until the filling is set completely.
- Serve. Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
How to Store
Fresh strawberry pie is best served fresh the day that you make it, to prevent the crust from being soggy when served. If you have leftovers, you can store this fresh strawberry pie lightly covered in plastic cling wrap for up to 2-3 days in the refrigerator (but expect the pie to get runny and the crust to get a little soggy).
More Strawberry Recipes
- Strawberry Bread
- Strawberry Avocado Salad
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Baked Jelly Donuts with Strawberry Jam
- Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade
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Triple Berry French Toast
Breakfast routine in need of a shake up? This triple berry french toast is just the thing you need! Warm slices of bread, creamy egg mixture, an overload of mixed berries, and maple syrup drizzled on top. It's total breakfast goals and the perfect way to start your day.
Why You'll Love Triple Berry French Toast
- Made with crusty French baguette. Instead of using slices of toast bread, this triple berry French toast is made with a crusty French baguette. The texture is ideal for absorbing that delicious, creamy egg mixture. And unlike white bread or brioche, a baguette can hold up to the coating process so well.
- Loaded with fresh berries. As the name suggests, this triple berry french toast is loaded with lots of fresh mixed berries. In fact, there is two cups of fruit. So, I think this should definitely be considered a healthy breakfast option! Grown ups and kids alike will go crazy for this one.
- Quick and easy. This recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, including prep, with a handful of ingredients. It's easy enough that you can whip it up on a busy morning, and fancy enough to serve it for Sunday brunch.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious mixed berry french toast, you will need the following ingredients:
- demi French baguette
- eggs
- heavy cream
- vanilla extract
- sugar
- ground cinnamon
- salt
- butter
- mixed berries - feel free to use a combination of any berries that you have on hand - raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, or strawberries.
- maple syrup - for serving.
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl, and a griddle or skillet.
How to Make the Best Triple Berry French Toast
- Make egg mixture. In a small container or mixing bowl combine eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Whisk to combine.
- Coat baguette slices. Lay slices of baguette in egg mixture and let sit for 2-3 minutes to soak it up, then flip and let sit another 2-3 minutes. Repeat until all bread is coated.
- Toast. Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Melt butter, then add sliced bread and let cook undisturbed for 3 minutes per side. Once they're on the griddle, don't touch! If you want them to get that gorgeous brown colour, let them cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes before flipping. French toast perfection! Repeat with remaining bread.
How to Serve Mixed Berry French Toast
To serve, top french toast with a pat of butter and lots of fresh berries, which helps cut the sweetness of the maple syrup. Drizzle with maple syrup and serve immediately.
More Breakfast Recipes
- The Best Old Fashioned Pancakes
- Spring Vegetable Frittata
- Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones
- Poached Eggs with Roasted Asparagus
- Fruit and Yogurt Parfait with Granola
- Homemade Everything Bagels
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Strawberry Avocado Salad
Strawberry avocado salad is the ultimate summer salad -- light, vibrant, and fresh. It's loaded with market-fresh strawberries, ripe avocados, crumbled feta, and crunchy pecans, all tossed in a homemade poppy seed dressing. Ready in just 10 minutes, this salad is perfect for a light summer lunch, side dish, or a complete meal with some grilled protein.
Why You'll Love Strawberry Avocado Salad
- Vibrant, fresh ingredients Just look at that gorgeous color palate, it is almost too pretty to eat. The combination of fresh-from-the-market strawberries with creamy avocado are just the perfect pairing. Throw some tangy feta cheese and crunchy pecans to the mix and you have an impeccable flavor profile.
- It's quick and easy. The best strawberry avocado salad is so easy to make. It takes just 10 minutes to prep and toss together and that includes the homemade poppy seed dressing. The result? A sweet, tangy, and flavorful salad that just screams summer.
- Packed with essential nutrients. Strawberries are a great source of vitamin C, manganese, folate, and potassium. They are also packed with antioxidants and other minerals for major health benefits.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious summery strawberry avocado salad, you will need the following ingredients:
- spring mix salad greens - you can replace this with any greens that you have on hand -- try spinach, romaine lettuce, or even arugula for a kick.
- strawberries - the addition of bright, red, in season strawberries gives a regular mixed greens salad a major upgrade. You can also substitute this with any other berries you have on hand, or mix and match with different berries such as blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
- avocado
- feta cheese - you can substitute this with goat cheese or blue cheese if you prefer.
- pecans - you can substitute this with your favorite nuts. Try sliced almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds.
- poppy seed dressing - you can use either store-bought dressing or homemade. It's really easy to make poppy seed dressing at home in just a couple of minutes using olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, salt and pepper.
Like most of our salads, this one is completely customizable. Feel free to add in other vegetables to the mix. Some of my favorites to add this salad include red onions and cucumbers.
How to Make the Best Strawberry Avocado Salad
To make this salad, first combine the salad ingredients into a large mixing bowl or serving dish (salad greens, strawberries, avocado, feta, and pecans). Then, make the poppy seed dressing by stirring to combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Pour the poppy seed dressing on top of the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
How to Serve
You can serve this strawberry avocado salad as is as a light lunch or a side salad. But if you are looking for a more wholesome meal, feel free to add in some protein like grilled chicken, grilled shrimp, salmon, or tofu.
If you are looking for summer recipes to pair this salad with, there are so many options. Some of my favorites for a summer potluck or picnic include:
- Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
- Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple
- The Best Ribeye Steak
- Greek Salmon
- Korean Chicken Skewers
- Fish Burgers with Creamy Slaw
Storing Instructions
- Make ahead instructions: To make this salad ahead of time, I would suggest prepping and chopping the vegetables (with the exception of avocado), make the dressing, and store in separate airtight containers. When ready to serve, chop up your avocado, pour the dressing on top and toss. The reason I would leave the avocado for the end is because depending on how long you store the salad, it could start to brown.
- How to store: Strawberry avocado salad is best served fresh. If you happen to have any leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
More Salad Recipes
- Watermelon Feta Salad
- Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
- Summer Corn Salad
- Thai Mango Salad
- Lemon Kale Salad
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
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Poppy Seed Dressing
Homemade poppy seed dressing is sweet, savory, and fresh. It's an olive oil and balsamic based salad dressing that is loaded with poppy seeds with a touch of honey for sweetness. Plus, it's quick and easy to make in just 5 minutes with a handful of ingredients. Seriously, why stock up on store-bought dressings when you can make a fresh batch whenever you are craving a salad? It's so much better for you and the fresh and vibrant flavor is just unmatched. Homemade beats store-bought any day!
Why You'll Love Homemade Poppyseed Dressing
- Packed with poppy seeds. As its name suggest, this dressing is packed with poppy seeds. Not only do they add a savory and nutty flavor that is amazing (especially on salads), but they are also so nutritious. Poppy seeds contain lots of magnesium, calcium, fiber, and antioxidants. So, this dressing doesn't just look and taste great-it's good for you, too.
- Better than store-bought. This salad dressing is easy to make in 5 minutes (way faster than running to the store to pick up some dressing), it's healthier for you (it doesn't contain any preservatives and other additives that are commonly found in store-bought dressings), and it's so much more flavorful (fresh ingredients = better flavor).
- An option for creaminess. Mayonnaise is like a secret agent for sauces. You can use it to add creaminess to almost any sauce or dressing, elevating it to new heights. And that goes for this poppyseed salad dressing, too!
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy and delicious poppy seed salad dressing, you will need the following ingredients:
- olive oil
- balsamic vinegar - you can substitute with red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- honey - you can substitute this with granulated sugar for a vegan option, or leave it completely out for a non-sweet version.
- poppy seeds
- salt and pepper
- mayonnaise - optional for a creamier dressing. I didn't add it in to the dressing this time, but I often do.
How to Make the Best Poppy Seed Dressing
To make this 5-minute recipe, all you need to do is add all the ingredients into a medium mixing bowl and stir well with a spoon until combined. You can also place the ingredients into a mason jar and seal with the lid. Then, shake until well combined.
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake or stir well before using to prevent separation.
What Salad Goes with Poppy Seed Dressing?
You can pair this homemade poppy seed dressing with almost any salad that you want to elevate with a balsamic vinaigrette style dressing with a bit of sweetness. I recommend pairing this with a Strawberry Avocado Salad or any Mixed Greens Salad.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How long will homemade poppyseed dressing last: Since homemade dressings lack preservatives, they taste better (and are better for you), but they don't last as long. As a rule, your dressing will only last as long as the ingredient that will spoil first. So typically, if you omit the mayo, this poppyseed dressing will last for up to 2 weeks. With the mayo, it will last for about a week, until it separates.
- How to store: Store in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator.
- Substitutions and additions: Homemade dressings are a hub of creativity. So, don't let this recipe put you in a box. Follow it to a tee the first time you make it, but then adjust the quantities to your liking. At home, you're the chef!
More Salad Dressing Recipes
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Korean Chicken Skewers
Juicy and tender Korean chicken skewers are packed with bold flavors bringing sweet, savory, and spicy your dinner table. The simple marinade is loaded with gochujang, garlic, ginger, sesame, and honey, that takes just minutes to whip up. Plus, marinate these chicken kebabs in advance and spend just 20 minutes grilling them (or make the in the oven or air fryer!). The best summer weeknight dinner.
Why You'll Love Korean Chicken Skewers
- Authentic Korean flavor. One of the things that make Korean cuisine so delectable is patience. Slow-roasted meats. Pickled vegetables. And yup, you guessed it, marinades. For this recipe, you need gochujang, a Korean red pepper paste that you can pick up at most grocery stores in the international foods aisle.
- It's incredibly easy. Don't let the total time fool you. This recipe is painfully easy. All you need to do is whip up the marinade, dice your chicken, and let it sit until it's time to skewer and grill your chicken.
- Sweet, salty, savory, and spicy heaven. These Korean chicken skewers are marinated in a blend of red pepper paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, ginger, garlic, and vinegar-which brings all the best flavors out with mouthwatering umami.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make these flavorful and delicious Korean chicken skewers, you will need the following ingredients:
- chicken breasts - boneless and skinless, cut into 1-5-inch thick cubes.
- Korean red chili paste (gochujang) - for the most authentic flavor, use gochujang. You can substitute with Sriracha sauce if you can't get your hands on any.
- vegetable oil
- soy sauce
- vinegar - I would recommend using white vinegar or wine vinegar.
- sesame oil
- garlic
- ginger
- honey
- green onions
- white sesame seeds
You will also need measuring cups and spoons and skewers (I used bamboo skewers). I also used meat thermometer for checking doneness.
How to Make the Best Korean Chicken Skewers
- Marinate the chicken. Combine all the marinade ingredients including oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, honey, and chili paste (or Sriracha sauce) in a small mixing bowl and stir well until smooth. Add cubed chicken and stir with a spoon to coat all the chicken pieces. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and refrigerate or at least 1 hour (or overnight for the best results). You can also store the marinated chicken in a sealed ziploc bag.
- Skewer the chicken. Add 4-5 pieces of cubed chicken to each skewer. Reserve the marinade.
- Cook. You can grill the chicken skewers, bake them, or cook in the air fryer.
- To grill the skewers: Lightly apply cooking oil over chicken skewers using a cooking oil spray or silicone brush. Preheat the grill over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until sizzling hot. Place the skewers evenly apart on the grill pan and grill for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 F. Do not overlap the skewers at any time to ensure even cooking for all the skewers.
- To bake the skewers: Preheat the oven to 425 F. Place the marinated chicken skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet or on a lightly oiled roasting rack in a baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature for the chicken reaches 165F. Turn on the broil function on the oven on high and broil for 2-3 minutes until nicely charred on the edges.
- To cook in the air fryer: Do not thread them and place about 10 cubed chicken pieces in the air fryer basket at a time. Cook at 350 F for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. You won't get the charred grill marks but they taste amazing and so tender.
- Make sauce. Transfer the remaining marinade from the bowl to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat for 2 minutes until it starts to boil.
- Serve. Transfer the skewers onto a plate and drizzle with the prepared sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds and serve hot.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to store: Store leftover chicken skewers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- Marinate longer if you have time: For the best results, marinate your chicken overnight (or 6-8 hours). You can easily make the marinade in the morning and cook the skewers in the evening, but you can also prep it the night before. The longer you marinate, the more time the chicken has to soak up all the flavors. Time also allows the vinegar to break down the meat for a tender, juicy skewer. But if you are short on time, you can absolutely still enjoy delicious skewers with just an hour of marination time.
- Know your spices: Depending on where you buy it from and what kind you get, gochujang can range from mild to very, very spicy. Taste your red pepper paste before adding it to the recipe so that you can adjust it according to your desired spice level.
More Chicken Skewer Recipes
- Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple
- Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Butter Sauce
- Orange Chicken Skewers
- Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
- Persian Saffron Chicken Kebabs (Joojeh Kabob)
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Thai Mango Salad
Thai mango salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that makes a great summer lunch or side dish or side dish. It's easy to throw together in 10 minutes with just a handful of ingredients. Loaded with fresh mangos, red peppers, red onions, cilantro, and peanuts, and tossed in a delicious creamy sesame dressing, this salad takes mangos to the next level with major flavor in every bite. Pack it for an on-the-go lunch or keep it in the fridge as a quick refreshing snack.
Why You'll Love Thai Mango Salad
- Mangos are packed with essential nutrients. This superfood is everything you want in your diet. Mangos are low in calories and fat and contain lots of fiber, folate, iron, zinc, and vitamins A, B6, C, and E. This Thai mango salad will make you feel just as good as it tastes!
- A blend of flavors too good not to try. There are some things in this world that were made to go together, and every ingredient in this Thai mango salad fits perfectly with the others. Red pepper, mango, cilantro, red onions, and peanuts, all tossed in a Creamy Sesame Dressing -- these ingredients are a match made in heaven!
- It's fast and easy-and still delicious. Sometimes, choosing something quick and easy means sacrificing flavor. Not with this Thai mango salad. This dish is ready in less than ten minutes, involves no cooking whatsoever, and is so easy to make that anyone can do it. And, it tastes phenomenal.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- mangos - I used Ataulfo mangos. You can also use green mangos which are a little more sour.
- red bell pepper - you can substitute this with yellow or orange bell peppers.
- red onion - you can substitute this with green onions.
- cilantro - you can also add in some fresh Thai basil.
- peanuts
- sesame seeds - optional, for garnish.
- creamy sesame dressing - I recommend homemade Creamy Sesame Dressing which is easy to make in 5 minutes. You can also use a store-bought sesame dressing if it's easier. For an extra kick of Thai flavor, feel free to add in some sweet thai chili sauce into the dressing.
Plus, this Thai mango salad is completely customizable. Feel free to add in other vegetables. Some of my favourites to add are shredded carrots and cucumbers.
How to Make Thai Mango Salad
Thai mango salad is such an easy salad that you can throw together. All you need to do is chop up the vegetables, combine the ingredients together into a large mixing bowl or serving dish. Then, pour creamy sesame dressing on top, and toss to combine. Serve with extra peanuts and sesame seeds on top.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Make ahead instructions: To make this salad ahead of time, I would suggest doing all the prep and chopping the vegetables, make the dressing, and store in separate airtight containers. When ready to serve, pour the dressing on top and toss.
- How to store: Thai mango salad is best served fresh. If you have any leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
More Salad Recipes
- Asian Chopped Salad
- Chinese Garlic Cucumber Salad
- Chickpea Greek Salad
- Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
- Lemon Kale Salad
- Italian Pasta Salad
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60 Chinese Takeout Recipes at Home
Craving Asian takeout, but don't feel like waiting 40 minutes for your delivery to arrive? Well, then you have come to the right place. Today, we are sharing our 60 best copycat Chinese takeout recipes that you can make at home including the most popular takeout recipes (beef and broccoli, I am looking at you!), comforting noodles and rice, Asian seafood dishes, Chinese dim sum, soups and stews, and more! Plus, making takeaway fakeaway recipes at home is healthier, more delicious, and faster than ordering from a restaurant. That's right, most of these dishes take under 30 minutes to make.
Best Popular Chinese Takeout Recipes
Baked General Tso's Chicken is a saucy, savoury, sweet, spicy Chinese-American takeout favourite made healthier with baked chicken, not fried.
Beef and broccoli stir fry is a classic Chinese-American dish that is delicious, savory, hearty, and saucy. Better than takeout and ready in 25 minutes.
Kung Pao chicken is a Chinese chicken dish that is stir-fried with crisp vegetables and tossed in a delicious Asian sauce packed with flavour.
Better than takeout, healthy lemon chicken is a delicious, sticky chicken stir fry coated in a flavourful, sweet and tangy sauce. The best weeknight dinner.
Roasted Garlic Green Beans (Air Fryer or Oven)
Quick easy roasted garlic green beans are tangy, sour, savoury, and sweet, with a tender and crunchy texture. Make them in the oven or air fryer in minutes.
Teriyaki chicken is a quick easy chicken stir fry that is delicious, flavorful, healthy, and better and faster than takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Sweet and sour pork is a delicious, quick and easy Chinese stir fry that takes just 30 minutes to make. Serve this homemade takeout over steamed rice.
Mongolian chicken is a quick and easy chicken stir fry dish that you can make at home in just 30 minutes. Healthier, faster, and better than takeout.
Chinese Takeout Orange Chicken is a quick, easy, delicious meal ready in 30 minutes. It's healthier than takeout - can be pan-fried, air fried, or baked.
Lion's Head Chinese Meatballs are tender and juicy homemade pork meatballs packed with Asian seasonings and tossed in a sweet and sticky sauce.
Better than takeout, baked sesame chicken with vegetables is delicious, flavourful, sticky and saucy. This healthier Chinese dish is quick and easy to make.
Quick, easy, and simple, vegan tofu and mushroom stir fry is a delicious meal that is ready in under 15 minutes. Serve it over a bowl of steamed rice.
Cashew chicken is a quick and easy chicken stir fry ready in under 30 minutes. It's flavorful, delicious, and so much better and faster than takeout.
Char siu (Chinese BBQ pork) is a delicious, flavorful, traditional roasted pork dinner slathered in a distinct sticky, sweet, savory barbecue sauce glaze.
Flame-kissed, sticky and saucy, grilled orange chicken skewers with a rich, citrus-based marinade are delicious, juicy and so tender. Best weeknight dinner.
Quick and easy spring vegetable stir fry is made with delicious seasonal vegetables, packed with savoury and salty flavour, and takes 10 minutes to cook.
Mapo tofu is quick, easy, delicious, flavorful, spicy, and numbing that is ready in just 20 minutes. Serve it with steamed rice on busy weeknights.
Instant Pot Chinese Braised Pork
Instant Pot Chinese Braised Pork (Hong Shao Rou) is tender, juicy, flavorful, and easy to make in a pressure cooker. Try this Shanghai dinner at home today!
Sweet and sour meatballs are quick, easy, delicious, and flavorful, tossed in a vegetable and pineapple stir fry with homemade sweet and sour sauce.
Char Siu (Chinese BBQ) Chicken
Sweet sticky and savoury Char Siu (Chinese BBQ) chicken is a delicious dinner packed with classic Asian flavours with incredible flavour. One of my favourite Chinese New Year recipes.
Better than takeout garlic shrimp stir fry is saucy, sticky, flavorful, and delicious. It's quick and easy to make in 15 minutes and great for meal prep.
Not a classic Chinese takeout dish, but these teriyaki meatballs are our latest go to weeknight dinner - quick and easy to cook in the air fryer or oven, saucy and flavorful, and freezer-friendly.
Asian Takeout Noodles and Rice
Learn how to make steamed rice that's perfectly cooked, fluffy and delicious in 30 minutes. Cook white rice on the stove, rice cooker, or instant pot.
Chicken Chow Mein is a classic Chinese noodle dish that is quick and easy to make at home in 20 minutes - faster, healthier, and better than takeout.
Say goodbye to takeout and make flavourful, Chinese restaurant-style vegetarian fried rice at home in 10 minutes, with fully customizable ingredients.
Better than takeout, quick easy stir-fried vegetarian chow mein is packed with vegetables and coated in a delicious savoury sauce. Make it in 15 minutes.
Say goodbye to takeout and make easy Lo Mein Noodles at home, packed with fresh veggies and healthy ingredients, in less than 15 minutes!
Better than take-out, flavourful and authentic Shanghai fried noodles with chicken, mushrooms, and bok choy is made in just 10 minutes - the easiest dinner!
Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
Instant pot chicken fried rice is easy to throw together, packed with flavor, and delicious. It's perfect for a weeknight family dinner or meal prep.
Shanghai scallion oil noodles (葱油拌面) is a flavourful, simple noodle dish that is easy to make homemade with 6 ingredients in under 10 minutes.
This beef noodle stir fry is the 20-minute dinner that you have been looking for - quick and easy, delicious and flavorful, and so much better than takeout.
Better than takeout, flavourful stir-fried spicy cumin lamb noodles is packed with marinated lamb, noodles, and crisp bean sprouts. Make it in 15 minutes.
Peanut noodles are creamy, nutty, and delicious. This quick and easy, vegan homemade takeout recipe is loaded with flavor and is ready in 15 minutes.
Quick and easy, one-pan, 10-minute seafood fried rice with tiger prawns is so much healthier, tastier and better than takeout. It's the easiest weeknight meal.
Stir-fried Rice Noodle Rolls with Peanut Butter Sauce
Better than takeout, quick and easy one pan stir-fried rice noodle rolls with peanut butter sauce is the best weeknight stir fry, ready in under 10 minutes.
Pork Noodles is a quick and easy stir fry ready in just 20 minutes (including prep!). It's filling, delicious, flavorful, and better than takeout.
Toss thin wheat noodles in a spicy chili oil sauce and top with seasoned ground beef to make numbing, spicy Sichuan Dan Dan noodles in under 15 minutes.
Leftover turkey fried rice with turkey, fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, vegetables, and classic Asian seasonings is a one skillet meal made in just 10 minutes.
Quick and easy biang biang spicy noodles is a simple, flavourful and vegan noodle dish made with a few ingredients and in under 10 minutes.
Stir-Fried Rice Cakes with Shrimp
Better than takeout, stir-fried rice cakes with shrimp, bok choy, and bean sprouts in a delicious peanut butter sauce is a quick 10-minute one pan meal.
Cold Noodles with Peanut Butter Sauce
Easy vegan Shanghai style cold noodles tossed in peanut butter sauce with fresh vegetables and Asian seasonings, are flavourful and ready in 10 minutes.
Flavourful curry chicken fried rice with chicken, mushrooms, peas, rice, and curry flavours is so easy to make in less than 10 minutes on busy weeknights.
Hand-pulled noodles (la mian 拉面) are springy, chewy and delicious traditional homemade noodles that are rolled and stretched into long strips.
Chinese Seafood Recipes
Tigers Prawns in Garlic Ginger Soy Sauce
10-minute tiger prawns in garlic ginger soy sauce is juicy, tender and immersed in incredible Asian flavours. It's the perfect weeknight meal.
Flaky, oily, and tender, miso black cod (or sablefish) packed with delicious Asian flavours is an indulgent meal that's as healthy as it is delicious.
Sticky and sweet, easy honey garlic glazed salmon is one of the best salmon recipes to add to your weeknight dinner rotation. Ready in under 25 minutes.
10-minute air fryer jumbo shrimp is juicy and tender on the inside, and crispy on the outside. It's so flavourful and garlicky with Asian seasonings.
Pan-fried Garlic Prawns with Soy Sauce
Quick and easy, pan-fried garlic prawns with soy sauce, garlic, and green onions is a simple but flavourful Chinese stir-fry made in under 15 minutes.
Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce
Flaky, oily, and tender air fryer cod with black bean sauce is bursting with flavour and takes less than 20 minutes to make. The perfect Chinese New Year dinner.
Chinese Dim Sum at Home
Crispy Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Better than takeout, light and crispy fried vegetarian spring rolls are packed with a tender mushroom and cabbage vegetarian filling in a crunchy skin.
Homemade Chinese beef potstickers (dumplings) are crispy on the outside and tender and juicy inside packed with a delicious beef filling.
Crispy Bottom Shanghai Pan-Fried Pork Buns
Crispy bottom Shanghai pan-fried pork buns are crunchy on the bottom and fluffy and airy inside with a juicy and flavourful pork and spring onions filling. They are one of the most popular dim sum recipes in Shanghai.
Better than takeout, shrimp egg rolls are a delicious, flavourful and easy appetizer to make. They can be deep fried, baked or air fried.
Homemade pork dumplings are quick and easy to make, with perfect crispy bottoms and a tender, juicy pork filling inside. Easy to meal prep and freeze well.
Shanghai Style Vegetarian Steamed Buns
Homemade Shanghai style vegetarian steamed buns is spongy with a juicy, flavourful bok choy and mushroom filling inside bursting with Asian flavours.
Learn how to make homemade chicken and cilantro wontons to celebrate Chinese new year with this easy to follow recipe and instructions on how to fold wontons.
Air fryer short ribs are crispy, flavorful, and delicious. The easy marinade ensures they're tender and juicy inside, while the air fryer makes them crispy.
Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Wontons
Better than takeout pan-fried pork and shrimp wontons are so crispy outside and tender and juicy inside with a savoury pork, shrimp and vegetable filling.
Zongzi Chinese tamales (粽子) or sticky rice dumplings are stuffed with sticky rice, pork belly, and shiitake mushrooms, wrapped inside reed or bamboo leaves.
Crispy Bottom Pan-Fried Vegetable Buns (No Yeast)
Crispy bottom pan-fried fried vegetable buns (no yeast) are crunchy outside yet tender inside with a mushroom, carrot and vermicelli vegetarian filling.
Easy spicy chili oil wontons, a signature Sichuan dish ready in just 10 minutes, hits every sense of your palate -- sour, spicy, sweet and nutty.
Egg and Chive Vegetarian Dumplings
Fragrant chives with fluffy scrambled eggs, and a dash of flavour come together to create the perfect appetizer -- egg and chive vegetarian dumplings.
Steamed scallion buns (hua juan 花卷) are delicious flower rolls made of a light and fluffy dough layered with green onions that is twisted and steamed.
Savoury Chive Pancakes with Sourdough Starter
Don't let your sourdough starter go to waste, use your discard to make this easy one bowl recipe for crispy, light and fluffy, savoury chive pancakes.
Pork and Sardine Dumplings (Potstickers)
Wrinkly crispy pork and sardine dumplings (potstickers) with vinegar dipping sauce, are filled with pork, canned sardines, green onions and Asian seasoning.
Chinese Beef Dumplings with Celery
Easy-to-make Chinese beef dumplings with celery can be made in advance for a stress-free meal. Enjoy these steamed, boiled or pan-fried!
Easy to make chicken and shrimp dumplings can be steamed, boiled or fried and served with a side of soy sauce for dipping.
Asian Soups and Stews
Chinese hot pot at home is a warm, comforting social meal to enjoy with family or a small group of friends for Chinese New Year. It's delicious, easy to prepare, and customizable.
Healthy Miso Ramen with Chicken
It doesn't get any more cozier than a healthy miso ramen soup with chicken from the comfort of your own home. The vegan miso broth is what this ramen is all about. Seriously, weeknight dinners have never been tastier!
Easy 10-minute Wonton Soup is filling, delicious, and flavorful. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this homemade soup is ready in only 10 minutes!
Hearty coconut lamb curry is an easy one pot meal that is packed with flavour. Make it on the stovetop or in the slow cooker and freeze leftovers for later.
Quick and Easy Vegetarian Ramen
Put down that cup of instant noodles and make fresh, quick and easy Vegetarian Ramen in minutes with fresh vegetables, noodles and authentic umami flavours.
Creamy vegan ramen is delicious, flavorful, and healthy comfort food, packed with nutrients that will give you an immunity boost. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Slow Cooker Asian Beef Noodle Soup
An easy weeknight dinner option, this hearty and oily slow cooker Asian beef noodle soup is packed with beef chunks, vegetables, noodles, and Asian spices and flavours.
This gluten-free, one pot Thai red curry noodle soup is so flavourful and packed with shrimp, vermicelli rice noodles, fresh herbs, lime juice, and fish sauce.
Vegetarian peanut miso ramen with a creamy vegan soup base, is topped with noodles, vegetables, and a perfect soft-boiled egg. Make it in just 20 minutes.
This easy, better than takeout, 10-minute Shanghai style wonton soup is the perfect soup to make for one person and is packed with classic Asian flavours.
Instant Pot Oxtail Stew is filling, nourishing, flavorful, and satisfying. This Asian stew is easy to make in the pressure cooker and is freezer-friendly.
Warm and cozy, easy one pot coconut curry beef stew is hearty yet creamy, packed with tender beef chunks, potatoes and carrots, and creamy coconut milk.
Tips for Making the Chinese Takeout at Home
- Prep the ingredients before you start. This collection of Asian takeout recipes include a lot of stir fries from noodles to rice to veggies. Stir fry recipes are typically very quick to make, so having all your ingredients prepped, ready, and within hands reach before you begin will make the entire cooking process go smoothly.
- How to customize. A lot of these dishes can be customized by adding in different vegetables or switching up the protein with tofu. Refer to each recipe for
- How to store: Store any leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator or possible even in the freezer. Check the individual recipe for complete storing instructions and to see if the recipe is freezer-friendly.
- How to reheat: Most of the leftovers can be reheated on the stovetop over medium to low heat for about 5-10 minutes until warmed through, or in the microwave in 20-second increments until warmed through. If heating from frozen, let it thaw first and then reheat.
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Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
Instant pot chicken fried rice is easy to throw together, packed with flavor, and just delicious. Seasoned chicken, fluffy scrambled eggs, fresh garlic, carrots, peas, and perfectly cooked rice comes together to make this pressure cooker fried rice perfect for a weeknight family dinner or weekly meal prep. If you love fried rice but wish it didn't take so much effort to make (sometimes you just don't want to stir fry for 10 minutes straight), then this instant pot fried rice recipe is exactly what you need in life. It takes about 25 minutes from start to finish with the instant pot doing most of the work so that you don't have to.
Why You'll Love Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
- You can choose fast and easy without sacrificing healthy food. When you don't have a lot of time, fast and easy tends to mean fast food or junk food. With this pressure cooker fried rice, you can have something fast that's easy to make, delicious, and healthy.
- It's packed with a variety of nutrients. Chicken breasts bring you protein. Carrots and peas contain essential nutrients like beta carotene, fiber, potassium, antioxidants, and vitamins A, K, and C. And white rice often contains B vitamins and iron-plus healthy carbs!
- It's the perfect Sunday meal prep recipe. This recipe is so simple and yields enough to feed you all week long. Just portion it out into meal prep containers and you have lunches figured out for the next few days.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy instant pot chicken fried rice, you will need an Instant Pot (or any pressure cooker) and the following ingredients (full quantities listed in recipe card below):
- vegetable oil
- eggs
- carrots
- garlic
- chicken breast
- salt and pepper
- long grain rice - I would recommend using a long grain rice such as jasmine rice or basmati rice. You can use a shorter grain but be prepared for the rice to be more mushy (still delicious though!).
- chicken broth or water
- peas
- green onions
- soy sauce
- sesame oil
This instant pot chicken fried rice recipe is so versatile that you can feel free to get creative and feel confident that it will turn out great. Just keep in mind that if you add more moisture (with wet veggies like onions or tomatoes), you should compensate by using less broth. Some great options to add in are: bell peppers, onions, corn, broccoli, green beans, cauliflower, and edamame.
How to Make the Best Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
- Cook eggs. Turn on the sauté function on the Instant Pot. Heat oil over high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil sizzles. Add beaten eggs, and stir until scrambled and cooked through, about 1 minute.
- Add in chicken. Next, add carrots, garlic and chicken and sauté until evenly mixed and tender, about 2 minutes. Chicken does not need to be fully cooked through at this point. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add rice. Add rice and broth (or water) and stir well until evenly mixed. There should be about ½-inch of liquid above the mixture. Adding too much liquid will make fried rice more mushy.
- Pressure cook. Switch to pressure cooking mode on manual high and seal the lid. Let the fried rice pressure cook for 3 minutes. Once the time is up, let the fried rice sit in the pot for another 8-10 minutes. This allows the pressure to release slowly, making rice and chicken tender. Quick release the remaining pressure.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Remove the lid and turn back on the sauté mode. Stir in peas, green onions, soy sauce and sesame oil and cook on high heat until the frozen peas are tender, about 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.
Serving and Storing
- How to serve: Serve instant pot chicken fried rice as it on its own or with a Chinese Garlic Cucumber Salad or Asian Chopped Salad and Green Onion Dinner Rolls.
- How to store: Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat over the stove on medium-low heat for a few minutes until warmed through.
More Chicken and Rice Recipes
- Curry Chicken Fried Rice
- One Pot Spanish Chicken and Rice
- One Pot Coconut Curry Chicken and Rice
- Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls
- Chicken and Couscous with Sun-dried Tomatoes
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Strawberry Bread
Strawberry bread is fluffy, soft, and moist, packed with farm-fresh strawberries for an irresistible flavor. Simple, sweet, and delicious, this loaf cake is the perfect treat to make for a summer brunch or for dessert to enjoy with a cup of tea after a long day. The best part? The easy batter comes together in just 10 minutes.
Why You'll Love Strawberry Bread
- Quick and easy to make. Strawberry bread is such a quick and easy cake to make. The batter comes together in just 10 minutes so you can easily make the decision to bake these on morning, and be enjoying them with a cup of coffee or tea within the hour. The perfect brunch treat.
- Moist, cakey texture. With a carefully balanced texture, this healthy strawberry bread is fluffy, soft, moist, and will melt in your mouth. It's filling but not dense-which is exactly how you want your loaf cake.
- Fresh strawberries. Strawberries are a vital source of vitamin C and other minerals which makes them great to incorporate into your diet. These are the perfect treat to make, especially when strawberries are fresh in season. Grab a crate or two at your local farmer's market!
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious healthier strawberry bread, you will need the following ingredients (full quantities listed in the recipe card below):
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder + baking soda
- brown sugar - this loaf is on the healthier side and calls for a lot less sugar than most recipes. It gets its sweetness from the fresh strawberries. If you are looking for a sweeter loaf, feel free to add in more sugar, or add a vanilla glaze on top after.
- ground cinnamon
- salt
- milk
- vegetable oil - I would recommend a vegetable oil like avocado oil or melted coconut oil.
- egg
- vanilla extract - you can also substitute this with almond extract.
- fresh strawberries - I recommend using fresh strawberries for the best results. You can use frozen strawberries but the loaf will be more moist.
You will also need measuring cups and spoons (or kitchen scale), mixing bowls, and a 1 lb. loaf pan (5x9-inches).
How to Make the Best Strawberry Bread
- Combine dry ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients including flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, ground cinnamon and salt. Whisk together until evenly distributed and set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk to combine all the wet ingredients including milk, oil, egg and vanilla extract.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into dry flour mixture and fold together using a rubber spatula until just combined and no dry ingredients is visible. Do not overmix. Overmixing will make the bread denser and firmer. Fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly mixed. Do not overmix.
- Bake. Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan (1 lb. loaf pan) with cooking oil, and pour in the batter. Bake in a 350 F preheated oven for 55 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Serve. Let cool in the pan on a wire cooling rack for 10-15 minutes. Then invert to remove the loaf. Serve warm or at room temperature. Drizzle with a vanilla bean glaze or honey if desired.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to store: Freshly baked strawberry bread keeps the best at room temperature for up to two days in an airtight container. You can store them for up to 1 week in the refrigerator in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic cling wrap, but you may lose some of the moist texture.
- How to freeze: Free cooled strawberry loaf cake tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and in a freezer bag or airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours or at room temperature before serving.
- How to make muffins: You can use this batter to make 12 muffins instead. Divide the prepared batter into a 12-tin muffin pan lined with cupcake liners or sprayed with cooking oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
More Dessert Recipes with Fruit
- Baked Jelly Donuts with Strawberry Jam
- Lemon Sweet Rolls
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones
- Blueberry Pie with Lattice Top
- Blueberry Yogurt Muffins
- Classic Cherry Pie
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Summer Corn Salad
Summer corn salad is loaded to the brim with grilled corn, sweet cherry tomatoes, ricotta salata cheese, and fresh basil for that signature summer taste. It's all tossed in a super simple vinaigrette that brings out all the flavors of the fresh ingredients. The best part? You can throw this all together in just 25 minutes, including prep! This is the side dish that your summer cookouts have been missing.
Why You'll Love Summer Corn Salad
- Fresh seasonal ingredients. There seriously is nothing better than fresh-off-the-grill corn on the cob in summer, except possibly taking that corn and turning it into a light, flavourful salad which doesn't require eating with your hands.
- Quick and easy. This delicious summer salad is made with just a handful of simple ingredients takes just 25 minutes to come together, and that includes all the prep (chopping up the veggies) and grilling the corn.
- The perfect summer side dish. Serve this fresh salad at your next summer barbecue or potluck, alongwith some other staples like Italian Pasta Salad, Macaroni Salad, and Juicy Hamburgers. You will find yourself sitting outside on a patio eating this corn salad by the spoonful all summer long, and unwilling to share with your family!
Ingredients in Summer Grilled Corn Salad
To make this delicious grilled corn salad, you will need the following ingredients:
- corn - this salad is best with grilled corn on the cob, but you can easily substitute it with frozen corn and enjoy this any time of year. Thaw the corn in boiling water for a few minutes. To get it toasty, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once sizzling hot, sauté the kernels for a few minutes until browned.
- butter
- cherry tomatoes - free free to substitute with grape tomatoes or roma tomatoes (cut into 1-inch pieces).
- ricotta salata cheese - ricotta salata is a salty cheese closer in line with feta than fresh ricotta. I like adding it to this salad because it won't melt or get mushy if you're serving this outside during a cookout. You can also substitute this with feta cheese.
- scallions - to add extra bite, throw in lots of sliced scallions.
- extra virgin olive oil
- fresh basil leaves - if you don't have basil, try subbing in fresh mint for an equally refreshing and fun flavour.
- salt and pepper
This corn salad is also completely customizable. You can add in whatever vegetables that you have on hand. Some of my favorites to add are cucumber, grilled zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion.
How to Make the Best Summer Corn Salad
- Grill the corn on the cob. Preheat a grill over medium-high heat. Place each ear of corn on a large piece of aluminum foil. Put ½ tablespoon of butter on top of each, then roll and seal in the foil. When grill is hot, add wrapped ears of corn and grill about 5 minutes per side, for a total of 15 minutes. Set aside and cool for 10 minutes.
- Slice the corn kernels off. When corn is cool enough to touch, slice kernels off and place in a large bowl.
- Toss in remaining ingredients. Add scallions, tomatoes, ricotta salata, and olive oil, then toss to combine. Then, add salt and pepper, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Add freshly torn basil leaves right into the bowl, give one final toss, and then serve warm or at room temperature.
How to Serve Grilled Corn Salad
Serve this delicious grilled corn salad with your favorite grilled summer dishes:
- Burgers. Serve this with Classic Juicy Hamburgers, Fish Burgers with Creamy Slaw, or Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers.
- Grilled Chicken Skewers. Try it with Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers, Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple, Persian Saffron Chicken Kebabs, or Orange Chicken Skewers.
- Beef. Go for a classic like Ribeye Steak or Souvlaki Beef Shish Kebabs.
- Seafood. I like to pair this with Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers, Grilled Shrimp Boil, or Greek Salmon.
- Lamb. Try Garlic Dijon Lamb Chops or Greek Lamb Souvlaki Skewers.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to cut corn off the cob: Lay the corn on the cob down and use a sharp knife to slice off a strip of kernels lengthwise. Repeat on all sides.
- Make ahead instructions: If you need meals on the go, divide the salad into smaller portions in meal prep containers that you can easily take with you. Otherwise, store it in a large container.
- How to store: Store this corn salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
More Summer Recipes
Serve this grilled corn salad at your next cookout along with some of my favourite summer dishes:
- Italian Pasta Salad
- Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers
- Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
- Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
- 15-Minute Fish Burgers with Creamy Slaw
- Teriyaki Grilled Salmon
- Easy Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
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60 Best Father's Day Recipes
One of my favourite ways to treat dad on Father's Day is to cook an epic spread of delicious dishes with big and bold flavors fit for a king. So if you are wondering what to make for Father's Day, then you have come to the right place. Today, I am sharing over 60 of the best and most popular Father's Day recipes including all the summer grill recipes, big meaty dishes, fresh seafood meals, and light summer salads.
Father's Day Grill Recipes
Surf and Turf Steak and Lobster Tails
Fancy, restaurant-quality surf and turf is super easy to make with fresh lobster tail and tender rib-eye steak with a delicious garlic butter sauce.
Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Easy Greek chicken souvlaki skewers marinated in garlic, fresh herbs, lemon and bay leaves for that classic Mediterranean flavour. Grill in under 15 minutes. Serve alongside some easy homemade tzatziki sauce or turn them into Greek chicken gyros wrapped in pita bread. One of my favorite Memorial Day recipes!
Easy, garlicky and buttery grilled shrimp boil with prawns, corn, baby potatoes and sausage, seasoned and tossed with parsley takes just 20 minutes to cook. Throw some whole potatoes on the grill too and serve this with some BBQ chicken stuffed baked potatoes.
Easy Greek souvlaki beef shish kebabs are marinated in a garlicky lemony olive oil marinade and threaded with fresh vegetables. Cook on the grill or oven. Serve them wrapped inside some quick and easy pita bread.
Better than the steakhouse, these classic juicy hamburgers are perfectly seasoned, so flavourful and delicious. A go to Memorial Day recipe. You can also try your hand at homemade hamburger buns to serve these patties in.
Juicy and tender grilled cajun shrimp skewers are garlicky, lemony, and packed with flavour with a cajun marinade. Ready in under 30 minutes including prep.
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple
Juicy and tender teriyaki chicken skewers with pineapple, bell peppers and red onions are sticky, sweet, savoury, and tangy. So flavourful and delicious. Serve over some steamed rice or easy coconut rice.
Mediterranean turkey burgers are tender, juicy, and delicious, loaded with garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice. The perfect summer weeknight meal.
Miso garlic chicken wings are crispy, delicious, and easy to make. They're marinated in a savoury Asian marinade, and cooked in the oven or air fryer.
Grilled Orange Chicken Skewers
Flame-kissed, sticky and saucy, grilled orange chicken skewers with a rich, citrus-based marinade are delicious, juicy and so tender. Best summer weeknight dinner ever. Serve with a side of 10-minute vegetarian fried rice or noodles.
Oven-roasted corn on the cob with homemade garlic butter is buttery, juicy, crunchy, and perfectly charred on the outside - without a grill.
Quick and easy, grilled Greek lamb souvlaki skewers are marinated in a simple Mediterranean marinade for just 30 minutes. Serve with some tzatziki sauce. Serve over top of some rice pilaf with carrots and Greek salad on the side. So delicious.
Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers
Greek-style spinach and feta turkey burgers are tender, juicy, and flavourful, loaded with spinach, feta and fresh Mediterranean herbs and is so easy to prep. Serve it with tzatziki sauce.
Persian Saffron Chicken Kebabs (Joojeh Kabob)
Quick and easy, classic Persian saffron chicken kebabs (joojeh kabob) is marinated in a simple saffron and lemon marinade for that classic Iranian flavour. Make it a full on Persian dinner with Basmati rice with saffron and Persian Shirazi salad with cucumber and tomato.
These sweet and sticky honey garlic chicken wings are baked or air fried until crispy and tossed in a honey garlic sauce. So crave-worthy and so easy to make.
Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Better than takeout, easy to make tender chicken satay skewers with coconut marinade and homemade peanut dipping sauce is savoury, sweet, tangy, and nutty.
Better than the steakhouse, the best tender and juicy ribeye steak with a perfect seared crust is garlicky, buttery and packed with so much flavour. Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and easy air fryer asparagus.
Juicy and tender, Xinjiang spicy cumin lamb skewers with a bold cumin and cayenne marinade, are so flavourful and easy to make on the grill or air fryer. Serve it with a fresh Chinese garlic cucumber salad on the side.
Sweet and sticky, baked BBQ chicken wings are perfectly crispy, so delicious, and smothered in barbecue sauce. They are the perfect summer appetizer. Plus, you can easily adapt them for the grill.
Meaty Father's Day Recipes
Slow cooker BBQ ribs are juicy, saucy, and tender -- the meat literally falls right off the bone. Add this easy recipe to your list of crockpot recipes.
Baked queso chicken with tomatoes is an easy, cheesy, delicious chicken dinner that takes just 30 minutes to cook. The best weeknight dinner.
Baked Greek meatballs are juicy, tender, flavorful, and delicious. They are quick and easy to make in 30 minutes, and freezer-friendly. Serve with tzatziki.
Glazed Honey Balsamic Pork Chops
Quick and easy, glazed honey balsamic pork chops are tender and juicy, seared in thyme and coated with a honey balsamic sauce. Make it in under 30 minutes.
Classic easy meat lasagna is the ultimate Italian comfort food with layers of tender lasagna, meaty tomato sauce, cheese filling and melted cheese on top.
Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos (Carnitas)
Mexican pulled pork tacos with juicy and tender traditional carnitas wrapped in corn tortillas and topped with fresh onions, cilantro, and jalapeños.
Easy Chicken Parmesan (Parmigiana)
Easy chicken parmesan (parmigiana) with crispy breaded chicken, tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. The best comfort chicken dinner.
Baked Curried Chicken Drumsticks
Baked curried chicken drumsticks are an easy to make dinner with quick prep and minimal dishes. They're tender, delicious, and packed with flavour.
Beef and broccoli stir fry is a classic Chinese-American dish that is delicious, savory, hearty, and saucy. Better than takeout and ready in 25 minutes.
Roasted Spatchcock Chicken (Butterflied Chicken)
Quick and easy roasted spatchcock chicken (butterflied chicken) seasoned with garlic and thyme is juicy, tender, delicious and flavourful with minimal prep. Serve with some creamy mashed potatoes and garlic green beans.
Slow cooker Korean short ribs deliver complex Asian flavours with little effort. Simply add your ingredients in the crockpot and let it cook dinner for you.
Meatballs are probably my favorite of all ground beef recipes. These quick, easy homemade Italian meatballs are juicy, flavourful, and delicious, simmered in a rich and savoury tomato sauce. Make them in just 30 minutes.
Quick and easy, creamy lemon chicken piccata is a simple and delicious 30-minute meal made with tender chicken breast in a light lemon sauce with capers.
This hearty classic meatloaf with a caramelized glaze will nourish your body and soul. Feed the whole family with a simple yet flavourful classic. | aheadofthyme.com
Skillet shepherd's pie is a savoury and hearty traditional comfort food. With flavourful beef and fluffy potatoes, this cozy meal it will warm you up.
Sticky honey garlic meatballs are a delicious and flavourful 30-minute meal to add to your weekly dinner rotation. A total crowd pleaser.
Korean beef steak rice bowl is loaded with tender and juicy strips of beef, marinated vegetable sides (banchan), and kimchi. Make it in under 30 minutes!
Father's Day Seafood Recipes
Greek salmon is delicious, flaky, and tender. This healthy oven-baked salmon is packed with Mediterranean flavors and is ready in just 20 minutes.
New England Lobster Rolls are a classic sandwich loaded with fresh lobster meat. Make them in just 10 minutes and serve them all summer long.
Creamy garlic shrimp is a delicious, quick and easy 15-minute meal (including prep!) that you need to include in your weeknight dinner meal plan.
Sticky and sweet, easy honey garlic glazed salmon is one of the best salmon recipes to add to your weeknight dinner rotation. Ready in under 25 minutes.
These 15-minute fish burgers with creamy slaw are juicy, flakey, and packed with flavour. So easy that it's the perfect summer weeknight meal!
Garlicky, buttery, and perfectly seared scallops take less than 10 minutes to prep and cook. It's the easiest fancy, restaurant-grade meal to make at home.
Air fryer Mexican shrimp is juicy, tender, fresh, and delicious. It's packed with classic Mexican flavors and ready in just 10 minutes. So quick and easy.
Easy to make, light and fresh teriyaki grilled salmon rice bowl is topped with vegetables, seaweed and salmon roe, with homemade teriyaki sauce on top.
Creamy Tuscan shrimp packed with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and garlic, is creamy, rich, and delicious. Make it in just 15 minutes, including prep!
Father's Day Salad Recipes
Italian pasta salad is delicious, wholesome, and easy to make. Make it up to three days ahead for your summer picnics and cookouts. You can't get more classic than Italian Salad on Memorial Day!
Shrimp taco salad with cilantro lime dressing is flavourful, delicious, and easy to make. It has all the fixings and of shrimp tacos, but without the mess.
Classic macaroni salad is a creamy and delicious pasta salad that is easy to throw together. It's the perfect side to bring to a summer potluck or BBQ.
Take fresh-off-the-grill corn on the cob and turn it into a light, flavourful summer corn salad, topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and cheese.
Simple tomato cucumber avocado salad with a delicious lemon vinaigrette is a light and refreshing salad that comes together in literally 5 minutes.
Easy homemade potato salad is loaded with baby potatoes, eggs, and green onions and tossed in a mayo sauce and is a go-to for summer barbecues and picnics.
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
Quick and easy Mediterranean orzo pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and herbs is tossed in a Greek lemon vinaigrette. Healthy, light and delicious.
Beef taco salad is a simple, filling, and delicious meal loaded with your favorite taco fillings, and a creamy lime dressing. Make it in 20 minutes.
Chickpea Greek salad is a fresh, healthy, vibrant, and colorful salad, packed with traditional Mediterranean ingredients, superfoods, and nutrients.
Fresh, crisp, classic coleslaw salad is a must-have recipe for a summer barbecue or picnic, or as an easy make-ahead lunch. Make it in less than 10 minutes.
Watermelon feta salad with cucumbers and mint is a simple and delicious refreshing summer salad that you can toss together in 5 minutes.
Strawberry avocado sLoaded with fresh ingredients, strawberry avocado salad with poppy seed dressing is the ultimate summer salad -- light, vibrant, fresh, sweet, and tangy.
Mediterranean Chickpea Wedge Salad
Mediterranean chickpea wedge salad combines chickpeas, crunchy vegetable toppings, and hummus dressing for a delicious deconstructed falafel flavour.
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Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
Mediterranean turkey burgers are tender, juicy, and delicious. They are loaded with classic Mediterranean flavours like garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice which will have everyone coming back for seconds. Every. Single. Time. With just 10 minutes of prep, these lean turkey burgers make for the perfect summer weeknight meal that's healthy and delicious. Plus, they are easy to make ahead and freezer-friendly!
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Why You'll Love Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
- Healthy and delicious. Turkey is a great lean protein that you will feel good about feeding to your family. Plus, these burgers are slathered with tzatziki sauce (rather than mayo or cheese), making them not only delicious but healthy. They are a total family favourite.
- Packed with flavour. One of the best things about cooking with ground turkey is that it is a versatile protein that can be seasoned in endless ways. It takes on the Mediterranean flavours seasoned here so well.
- Perfect for meal planning. Turkey burgers are perfect for meal planning because they are easy to make ahead and can be frozen for up to 3 months! It's the perfect recipe to make ahead when planning healthier meals this summer.
Ingredients
To make these delicious Mediterranean turkey burgers, you will need a cast-iron skillet or grill pan and the following ingredients:
- ground turkey
- olive oil
- onion
- garlic - fresh garlic adds incredible depth of flavour to these turkey burgers. You could also easily substitute with garlic powder for a similar flavour.
- breadcrumbs
- fresh dill - you can also substitute with dried dill or substitute with another fresh herb like fresh parsley.
- lemon juice
- ground cumin
- salt and pepper
To assemble the burgers, you will need hamburger buns, lettuce, tomato, and tzatziki sauce. You can use store-bought tzatziki sauce or homemade, whichever is easier!
How to Make the Best Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
First, prepare the turkey patties.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until sizzling hot. Add onions and garlic and sauté until tender and nicely browned, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside on a plate for 5 minutes to cool down slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, add ground turkey, sautéed onion and garlic, breadcrumbs, dill, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well with a spatula to combine everything together (or use your hands to press the ingredients together to evenly combine).
Shape the ground turkey mixture into a firm ball. This helps the mixture bind together to yield firm patties. Cover the bowl with plastic cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal parts and use your hands to roll them into balls. Then, shape them into patties by flattening them in the palm of your hand until they are about ½-inch thick.
Then, cook the turkey patties.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast-iron skillet (or grill pan) over medium-high heat until sizzling hot, about 2 minutes. Place patties on the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until nicely seared and starting to brown up the sides. Flip the patties over and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the internal temperature for the patties reaches 165 F as read on a meat thermometer.
Finally, it's time to assemble the burgers.
On each hamburger bun, add a piece of lettuce and a turkey patty. Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of tzatziki sauce on top, and top the patty with a slice of tomato. Place the top half of the bun on top to assemble the burger.
Serve with a side of crispy french fries or a side salad such as coleslaw or macaroni salad.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Make ahead instructions: You can marinate and store the turkey mixture in an airtight container (or tightly covered in cling wrap), or shape the patties, stack them up between layers of parchment paper and store in an airtight container. Either way, it will keep for up to 1-2 days in the refrigerator.
- How to freeze: You can easily freeze uncooked Mediterranean turkey burger patties for up to 3 months. Place them on a parchment lined baking tray and into the freezer for an hour. Then, stack them up and layer small squares of parchment paper in between. Tightly wrap the stack in plastic cling wrap and store in an airtight container or freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To cook, first defrost overnight in the refrigerator, then follow recipe instructions.
- How to tell if the turkey burger is cooked: An instant read meat thermometer is the tool that I recommend using for checking for doneness when cooking turkey. To get a quick measurement, just insert the thermometer halfway inside the patty for a reading.
- How to store: Store cooked turkey burger patties (once cooled to room temperature) in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, heat on the stovetop over medium-low heat until warmed through, about 5-10 minutes.
- How to cook in the oven: You can also cook these turkey burgers in the oven at 425 F for 15 minutes, or broil on low for 4-5 minutes per side. Either way, the turkey will be done once the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
More Turkey Recipes
- Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers
- Baked Turkey Meatballs
- Turkey Tetrazzini with Spinach
- Leftover Turkey Stuffed Peppers
- Turkey Parmesan
- Leftover Turkey Fried Rice
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Slow Cooker Carnitas (Pulled Pork)
Crispy, shredded slow cooker carnitas (pulled pork) are a Mexican favorite that you can easily bring to your home. Packed with flavor from the natural juices of the slow-cooked pork and delicious seasonings such as oregano, paprika, and garlic powder, these slow cooker pork carnitas might just become your next family favorite. Enjoy over rice, potatoes, beans, or veggies, or pair with tortillas for delicious pulled pork tacos. No matter how to choose to serve them, these slow cooker pork carnitas always hit the spot.
Why You'll Love Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
- Crispy, salty, roasted pork. Pork is one of the most flavorful meats out there, and when you slow cook baby back ribs (or pork shoulder), the lean, tender, and flavorful meat transforms into one of the most amazing meals you'll ever have.
- Slow-cooked for hours. Although 6-10 hours may seem like a large time commitment for these pork carnitas, you can simply forget about them and let the slow cooker do its job. It's one of the easiest meals to throw together with basically no maintenance and minimal dishes.
- Cook it to your liking. The last step in this slow cooker pork carnitas recipe crisps up the carnitas but it is completely optional. You can opt for the easy way out and decide you're done cooking (and end up with something mouthwatering), or you can crisp up your pork even more in the oven to finish it off. Either way, the results are delicious, tender, and melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
To make these delicious Mexican pulled pork tacos, you will need the following ingredients:
- pork - to get the most tender and juicy carnitas, use boneless pork shoulder or baby back ribs.
- vegetable oil - you can use any vegetable oil such as avocado oil, grapeseed oil, or canola oil.
- salt and pepper
- seasoning - dried oregano, paprika, and garlic powder.
- onion
- water
- scallions - optional, for garnish.
You will also need measuring spoons, mixing bowl, and a slow cooker (crockpot).
How to Make the Best Slow Cooker Carnitas (Pulled Pork)
- Prepare the pork. Pat dry pork shoulder or ribs with paper towel completely and set aside. In a small bowl, stir well to combine oil with all the dry rub ingredients until smooth (salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and garlic powder). Rub and spread onto pork until evenly coated.
- Slow cook. Spread chopped onions evenly inside a 6-quart slow cooker (or crockpot) and add water. Place pork on top of onions. If using ribs, you can stack them on top of each other. Cover and cook on 8-10 hours on the LOW setting or 4-6 hours on the HIGH setting until fork tender.
- Shred the pork. Shred the pork by using two forks to pull the meat apart into small bite size and discard the bones (if using ribs).
- Crisp the pork (optional). Add shredded pork along with some drippings from the slow cooker into a large frying pan. Spread evenly. Heat over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until the juices evaporate and pork turns nicely brown and crispy.
- Serve. Garnish with scallions and serve with Cilantro Lime Rice or Pulled Pork Tacos.
Serving and Storing
- How to serve: Serve pork carnitas with White Rice or Cilantro Lime Rice and Refried Beans, pinto or black beans, or roasted vegetables such as potatoes, broccoli, and carrots. You can also add them to tortillas to make Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos.
- How to store: Store leftover slow cooker pork carnitas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep in mind that raw pork is best cooked fresh and will only last for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
- How to freeze: Freeze carnitas in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- How to reheat: You can reheat leftover pork carnitas in a pan on the stovetop over medium heat. Add some juices if you want to stop the meat from drying out or leave uncovered if you want to crisp up the pork.
More Slow Cooker Recipes
- Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs
- Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs
- Crockpot Beef Chili
- Slow Cooker Bone Broth
- Whole Chicken in the Slow Cooker
- Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb
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Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
Simple tomato cucumber avocado salad is a light and refreshing salad that you need in your back pocket. This quick and easy recipe comes together in literally 5 minutes. It's loaded with tomato, cucumber, and avocado, with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and tossed in a delicious lemon dressing. It's the perfect salad to throw together when you are craving something healthy and delicious quick.
Why You'll Love Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
- It's so easy to make. Tomato cucumber avocado salad is one of the easiest recipes you'll come across (if not the easiest). Simply chop your three veggies and toss them together. It's perfect for newbies in the kitchen, families who want to get kids involved in the kitchen, and those who just don't have a lot of time on their hands.
- Enjoy it all year round. I love salads. I could eat salad all day and all night. And the best part of this salad is that it is not limited to seasonal ingredients. It's packed with ingredients that you can find at your grocery store all year long. So whenever your salad craving hits (and trust me, it will happen often with this one!), you can enjoy a plate of delicious fresh tomato cucumber avocado salad, no matter what time of the year it is.
- Simple dressing. The lemon dressing is also very easy to make and requires only 4 simple ingredients -- lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Plus, you likely have most of these ingredients in your house right now.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy and simple tomato avocado cucumber salad, you will need the following ingredients (full quantities in recipe card below):
- grape tomatoes - You can also use cherry tomatoes sliced in half. If you only have regular tomatoes on hand, cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- cucumber - You will need about 1 cup of cucumbers (about ½ large English cucumber). Feel free to replace with a different kind of cucumber that you have on hand. I often use 1-2 Persian cucumbers and just slice them instead of quartering them.
- avocado
- cilantro - Or you can substitute with fresh parsley or dill, if you prefer.
- lemon juice
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
This salad is extremely versatile and you can customize it however you please. For instance, some of my favorite ingredients to add in are red onions, feta cheese, sunflower seeds, or minced garlic.
How to Make the Best Tomato Avocado Cucumber Salad
First, combine tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl. Then, in a small mixing bowl, mix together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper until smooth and combined. Pour dressing the salad and toss gently to combine.
Storing Instructions
- Make ahead instructions: The great thing about this salad is that you can make a big batch at once and store it in airtight container or divide and store in meal prep containers for lunches throughout the week. I would recommend keeping the dressing separate and only add it to the salad that you are consuming that day. This will keep the veggies super crisp.
- How to store: Store tomato cucumber avocado salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Double up: This recipe makes a salad that can serve one very hungry person, or 2-3 side salads. Easily double the quantities to feed a larger crowd.
More Salad Recipes with Cucumber
- Greek Salad with Lettuce
- Persian Shirazi Salad with Tomato and Cucumber
- Chinese Garlic Cucumber Salad
- Chickpea Greek Salad
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
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Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones
Glazed lemon blueberry scones are crunchy and golden on the outside, soft and moist in the middle, with a drizzle of lemon glaze on top. They are packed with fresh blueberries. Seriously, if you love blueberry season as much as I do, then take advantage of it and pick up a batch at the farmer's market and make freshly baked, homemade, glazed lemon blueberry scones. The best part? They are ready to serve in about half an hour. Perfect for your next brunch this summer.
Why You'll Love Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones
- Lemon and blueberries = the perfect pairing. I mean, if you don't already know, lemon and blueberry are an absolute match made in heaven. Here they're partnering in a light, tender and flakey scone, drizzled with a sweet lemon glaze that is nothing short of impressive. Total breakfast goals... or lunch goals!
- They are quick and easy to make. If you haven't made scones before, you will be pleasantly surprised to find out that scone batter is so easy to come together. You can even make the decision to bake these on morning of, then quickly pull together the ingredients, and be enjoying them with a cup of coffee or tea within the hour! That alone should be reason to whip these up.
- The perfect summer brunch. They are the perfect treat while fresh blueberries are in season (or any time, really, since you could even use frozen blueberries if you must!), and totally worth making for friends or family if you're hosting an upcoming brunch or breakfast. You need these in your life.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make these delicious glazed lemon blueberry scones, you will need the following ingredients:
- all-purpose flour
- sugar
- baking powder
- salt
- ground cinnamon
- butter
- blueberries - I recommend using fresh blueberries, but you can use frozen blueberries if you must.
- buttermilk - most scone recipes only use heavy cream, but the addition of buttercream in the dough gives these the most pleasant tangy flavour.
- heavy cream
- egg
- lemon glaze - made with confectioners' sugar and lemon juice.
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, and a half sheet baking pan.
How to Make the Best Glazed Lemon Blueberry Scones
- Make the dough. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add butter and using your hands or a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour until the size of peas, working quickly so the butter stays cold. Carefully fold in blueberries so they don't burst. In a small bowl, combine buttermilk and ½ cup heavy cream.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, then pour in the liquid mixture. Use a rubber spatula to carefully fold the ingredients until the liquid is just incorporated.
- Shape the dough. Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, adding more flour as needed if too sticky to work with. Press down into a small rectangle, about 6-inches by 8-inches. Cut the dough in half once horizontally and twice vertically to create 6 equal rectangles. Slice each rectangle in half diagonally to form 12 triangle-shaped scones. Carefully transfer scones to a large half sheet baking pan lined with a silpat baking mat or parchment paper.
- Bake. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and 1 tablespoon heavy cream. Brush the tops of the scones with egg wash, then bake in a 400 F preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until scones are lightly golden brown. Let cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make lemon glaze. While scones are cooling, combine confectioner's sugar and half the lemon juice in in a small bowl. Whisk until combined, adding more lemon juice as needed to reach desired glaze consistency. When scones are cool, drizzle lemon glaze on top.
Storing and Reheating Instructions
- How to store: Store leftover blueberry scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- How to freeze: Let the blueberry scones cool completely, then freeze in single layers between sheets of parchment for up to 3 months. To thaw, place in the refrigerator overnight or on the kitchen counter.
- How to reheat: You can enjoy scones warm or at room temperature. To heat, you can place in a 300F preheated oven or air fryer until warmed through, about 5-10 minutes.
More Recipes with Fruit
- Blueberry Pie with Lattice Top
- Blueberry Yogurt Muffins
- Lemon Sweet Rolls
- Classic Cherry Pie
- Lemon Loaf with Lemon Glaze
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Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks
Tandoori chicken drumsticks are crispy on the outside, juicy and tender inside, and packed with delicious flavor. This easy dinner is a traditional Indian meal that is typically made in a tandoor oven, but we have adapted it to an easy-to-make at home dinner that you can cook in the oven, stovetop, or on the grill. With quick prep and just a few dishes, this will become a staple on busy weeknights. Plus, if you marinate the chicken in advance, it will absorb more delicious flavor and will just require a simple pop into the oven. So simple and tasty.
Why You'll Love Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks
- Easy to make. Tandoori chicken drumsticks are easy to make. It takes just a couple minutes to throw the marinade together and coat the chicken. Once marinated, you just pop them into the oven. It's a serious low-maintenance meal that even first time cooks can succeed at well.
- Packed with flavor. The delicious marinade is what gives these drumsticks its iconic flavor. It's loaded with spices like turmeric, cumin, ginger, and garam masala. Plus, we recommend making a few shallow cuts in the meat to allow the flavor to infuse even better.
- Great on their own or with sides. These easy tandoori chicken drumsticks are a delicious meal on their own, or can be paired well with so many sides. Some of my favorites to pair this with are Garlic Naan Bread, Basmati Rice, or roasted vegetables such as Roasted Cauliflower, Honey Roasted Carrots, Roasted Garlic Green Beans, or Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes.
Ingredients
To make these easy and delicious tandoori chicken drumsticks, you need the following ingredients:
- chicken drumsticks - You need about 3 lbs. or 10 drumsticks. I keep the skin on because crispy skin is everything. You can remove the skin if you prefer, but the texture may be slightly drier.
- salt and pepper
- garlic powder
- ginger root powder
- ground turmeric
- ground cumin
- garam masala
- paprika - People often add red food coloring to get a deep red color in the tandoori chicken. We use some paprika to help add that coloring instead. For a deeper red color, feel free to add some red food coloring.
- olive oil
- lemon juice
- plain Greek yogurt
- fresh cilantro - optional, for garnish.
You also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl, and half sheet baking pan.
How to Make the Best Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks
- Prep the chicken. Use a paper towel to pat dry the chicken drumsticks completely before adding seasoning. Score each drumstick with a knife to make 2-3 shallow cuts, about ¼-inch deep. This helps the chicken soak in all the flavors.
- Marinate the chicken. In a small mixing bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, ginger root powder, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, and paprika. Mix well with a spoon until evenly distributed. Rub the seasoning all over the chicken to coat evenly including in between the cuts.
- Refrigerate. Place chicken drumsticks into a zip-loc bag. Add in all the wet ingredients including oil, lemon juice, and yogurt and stir well to combine. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Press the marinade around the chicken drumsticks to coat. Place bag in the refrigerator and marinate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight.
- Cook the chicken. You can cook the chicken in the oven, on the stovetop, or on the grill.
- To cook in the oven: Preheat the oven to 400F. Arrange the marinated chicken drumsticks on a large half sheet baking pan and bake for 40-45 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature for the chicken reaches 165 F. Turn over once halfway through baking. Turn the broiler on high and and cook until nicely charred, about 5 more minutes.
- To pan fry: Heat 1 tablespoon cooking oil in a large cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil sizzles and shimmers. Sear the drumsticks in batches for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through and nicely charred. The internal temperature for the chicken should reach 165 F.
- To grill: Preheat the grill to high heat for at least 5 minutes. Place the chicken drumsticks on the grill and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until nicely charred and the internal temperature for the chicken reaches 165 F. Flip occasionally to avoid overcooking.
- Serve. Let the drumsticks rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with extra lemon juice and garnish with cilantro.
Storing Instructions
- How to store: Allow the chicken drumsticks to cool to room temperature, then transfer to a shallow airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- How to reheat: Reheat uncovered in a 325 F preheated oven for about 20 minutes until warmed through. You can brush or spray them with oil for extra crispy skin. You can also reheat them in the microwave (in increments of 20 seconds until heated all the way through), but they retain their taste and texture better when reheated in the oven.
- How to freeze: Allow the cooked chicken drumsticks to cool to room temperature, then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag. Eliminate as much air as possible to avoid freezer burn, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
More Chicken Recipes
- 60 Best Chicken Recipes
- Baked Curried Chicken Drumsticks
- Indian Butter Chicken
- Tandoori Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
- Sheet Pan Curry Chicken and Vegetables
- Baked Queso Chicken
- Chicken Marsala
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Asian Chopped Salad
Asian chopped salad is a delicious and colorful salad that you need in your life. Loaded with refreshing crisp vegetables, plant-based protein, and a homemade creamy sesame dressing, this vegan salad is packed with flavor in every bite. The best part? All you need is 10 minutes to throw this powerhouse dish of essential nutrients and vitamins together. It's the perfect salad to serve as a main course or as a side.
Why You'll Love Asian Chopped Salad
- Get more cabbage in your diet! Cabbage is good for more than just Classic Coleslaw. It's a secret superfood packed with antioxidants and vitamins C and K! Research also suggests that cabbage has properties that protect the body against cancer and radiation. So, whether you prefer red, white, or purple cabbage, more of this leafy green will be good for you.
- It's so easy to make. Asian chopped salad is one of the easiest recipes you'll come across. Simply chop your veggies and toss them together. This makes it an ideal recipe for amateur cooks, people who want to get kids involved in the kitchen, and those who don't have a lot of time on their hands.
- Fresh and delicious flavor. With all the fresh vegetables and savory Creamy Sesame Dressing, this Asian chopped salad is yummy, crunchy, fresh, and satisfying. It checks all the right boxes.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this quick and easy Asian chopped salad, you will need the following ingredients:
- romaine lettuce
- purple cabbage
- bell pepper - use any bell pepper that you have on hand. I used yellow, but will oftentimes use red or green as well, or a combination of the three.
- carrot
- extra firm tofu
- shelled edamame - be sure to use shelled edamame, which is edamame without their pods.
- fresh cilantro - optional, for garnish on top.
- white sesame seeds - extra sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- creamy sesame dressing - I recommend homemade Creamy Sesame Dressing. It's super easy to make in just 5 minutes. You can also use a store-bought sesame dressing if you prefer -- whatever is easier.
Asian chopped salad is super versatile. You can literally throw in any vegetables that you like. I would keep the lettuce and cabbage, but consider adding or substituting with ingredients such as water chestnuts, cashews, peanuts, broccoli, baby corn, bok choy, and kale.
How to Make the Best Asian Chopped Salad
This Asian chopped salad is one the easiest salads you could ever make. Simply combine the salad ingredients into a large mixing bowl or serving dish. Then pour creamy sesame dressing on top, and toss to combine. Serve immediately with cilantro and sesame seeds on top.
Storing Instructions
- Make ahead instructions: If you need meals on the go, divide the salad into smaller portions in meal prep containers that you can easily take with you. Otherwise, store it in a large container. If you like your veggies crisp, wait to dress the salad until it's time to eat. They'll get progressively soggier the longer they sit in the dressing.
- How to store: Store Asian chopped salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
More Salad Recipes
- Vegan Soba Noodle Salad
- Chinese Garlic Cucumber Salad
- Chopped Asparagus Salad
- Asian Cold Noodle Salad
- Cold Noodles with Peanut Butter Sauce
- Watermelon Feta Salad
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Creamy Sesame Dressing
Creamy sesame dressing is a quick and easy dressing that will elevate your favorite meals. It's delicious, savory, and nutty, and pairs amazingly on top of salads, used as a marinade for fish and chicken, or drizzled as a sauce on top of vegetables and rice bowls. The best part? You can make this creamy Asian dressing in just 5 minutes with a 6 simple ingredients. Make a big batch and use it up to elevate your meals over the next couple of weeks.
Why You'll Love Creamy Sesame Dressing
- A vegan dressing that is ultra creamy. This creamy sesame dressing is primarily made of tahini, which is a sesame paste that adds creaminess to this sauce. Which means that you get all the creaminess without the added dairy -making it ideal for families with dietary restrictions.
- Packed with sesame flavor. This creamy sesame dressing is made with sesame oil, tahini (sesame paste), and sesame seeds, which means it's packed with delicious sesame flavor in every form!
- Simple, quick and easy. You only need 5 minutes and 6 simples ingredients to whip up this creamy sesame dressing. There really is no reason to go for store-bought when it's this easy to make homemade dressing.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy and delicious homemade creamy sesame salad dressing, you will need the following ingredients:
- soy sauce
- balsamic vinegar - or substitute with white vinegar.
- olive oil
- sesame oil
- tahini - you can also substitute with peanut butter if you don't have tahini on hand. It will change the taste slightly but it is still quite delicious
- white sesame seeds
This Asian sesame dressing is completely customizable. If you like prefer a sweeter sesame dressing, feel free to add up to 1 tablespoon honey. You can also add ingredients like chili, red pepper, sriracha, basil, cilantro, or thyme.
How to Make the Best Creamy Sesame Dressing
Add all ingredients into a medium mixing bowl and stir well with a spoon until combined. Or place in a mason jar and seal with the lid. Shake until well combined.
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake or stir well before using to prevent separation.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to roast sesame seeds: You can also use roasted sesame seeds for more depth of flavor. If you only have raw, feel free to use it or easily pop them into the oven or heat on the stovetop for a few minutes for a quick roast.
- How to serve creamy sesame salad dressing. You can serve this dressing over any salad, especially an Asian-style salad such as Vegan Soba Noodle Salad, Asian Cold Noodle Salad, or Asian Chopped Salad. It's also delicious in a Coleslaw. You can also drizzle it over a Rice Bowl.
- Use it as a marinade. You can also use this dressing as a marinade for chicken, beef, pork, or seafood, or drizzle it over grilled vegetables.
More Salad Dressing Recipes
- Homemade Italian Dressing
- Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing
- Greek Salad with Greek Dressing
- Vegan Soba Noodle Salad with Sesame Garlic Dressing
- Lemon Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
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Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Creamy mushroom pasta is packed with buttery garlicky mushrooms swimming in a delicious creamy Parmesan sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, but fancy enough for dinner on date night or any special occasion. Seriously, it takes just 20 minutes to make this vegetarian pasta (including prep!).
Why You'll Love Creamy Mushroom Pasta
- Creamy parmesan sauce. Made with the natural juices from the mushrooms, lots of garlic, fresh parsley, butter and cream, this delicious and comforting creamy sauce is just meant to be soaked up with pasta.
- Mushrooms are a superfood. You might be thinking that some veggies are missing in this recipe-but this pasta is packed with mushrooms, which are doing all the heavy lifting for your health here. Full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, mushrooms help promote brain, bone, and immune health. They're also low-calorie, cholesterol-free, and fat-free!
- You only need 20 minutes. Creamy mushroom pasta is an essential recipe to keep in your quick weekday cookbook. It takes less than 20 minutes to make and contains a lot of non-perishable food items. It's an easy pasta that the whole family will love.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious creamy mushroom pasta, you will need the following ingredients:
- pasta - you can use any shape of pasta that you would like. I prefer a long noodle such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine, for soaking up all that sauce.
- olive oil
- brown mushrooms - I prefer brown mushrooms (also known as cremini mushrooms) but you can use other types of small mushrooms as well such as white mushrooms or shiitake mushrooms.
- salt and pepper
- butter
- garlic
- all-purpose flour - helps to thicken up the sauce.
- heavy cream - for the creamiest results, use heavy cream. But if you are looking for a healthier version, feel free to substitute with half and half cream.
- Parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley
How to Make the Best Creamy Mushroom Pasta
- Make the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add pasta and cook until al dente (fully cooked but still firm), or according to package directions, about 10 minutes. Drain well and set aside in the pot. Drizzle a little olive oil and toss together to keep the pasta from sticking together.
- Sauté mushrooms. In a large skillet or shallow saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil sizzles. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until nicely browned on all sides.
- Make sauce. Add butter, garlic and flour. Stir well for 1 minute until fragrant and well-combined. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium and keep stirring until thickened to a desired consistency.
- Toss with pasta. Add cooked spaghetti into creamy mushroom sauce and toss well to combine. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately.
Storing Instructions
- How to store: Allow any leftover creamy mushroom pasta to cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 days. Freezing pasta is not recommended.
- How to reheat: For best results, reheat creamy mushroom pasta on the stovetop in a covered pan on low heat. Add a dash of water or chicken broth to thin out the sauce, which will naturally thicken as it heats. If the sauce becomes too thin, heat uncovered until it thickens.
- Make it vegan: To make this creamy mushroom pasta recipe vegan, you only need to omit the dairy. Substitute dairy-free butter or use oil instead of butter, omit the Parmesan cheese and substitute full-fat coconut milk for heavy cream.
More Pasta Recipes
- 40 Best Pasta Recipes
- Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
- Farfalle Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Rose Sauce
- Mascarpone Pesto Pasta
- Pasta Bake with Sausage (Baked Ziti)
- Cacio e Pepe
- Pesto Penne Pasta
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Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles is a low-carb, keto, and gluten-free version of a classic pasta dish. It is garlicky, flavorful, and delicious. We replace traditional pasta with zoodles (aka. zucchini noodles) in this classic Italian-American dish for a meal that is healthier and lighter, yet quite filling. The best part? It's quick and easy, taking just 25-minutes to prep and cook. Perfect for busy summer weeknights.
Why You'll Love Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
- Quick and easy. This entire meal takes just 25 minutes to prep and cook. It's a super simple recipe with a few steps. First, cook the zoodles, then make the sauce and add shrimp, and lastly toss everything together. Serve it as is or with an extra crusty piece of bread to sop up the delicious sauce.
- Packed with flavor. This recipe is not for people who are afraid of garlic. The insanely fragrant sauce is made up of oil, butter, red pepper flakes, and a ton of minced garlic. It compliments the shrimp beautifully, and honestly you will be surprised by how delicious this is with zucchini noodles!
- Healthy and nutritious. The zucchini noodles cook up quickly in a large non-stick skillet, but then completely mirror the texture of al dente pasta. You're left with lots of vegetables, no carbs, and a perfect vessel for eating up that flavour-packed sauce. This is one recipe you will be making over and over again during the summer months!
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious low carb shrimp scampi with zoodles, you will need the following ingredients:
- zucchini
- shrimp
- extra virgin olive oil
- butter
- garlic
- broth - you can use seafood, chicken or vegetable broth -- whatever you have on hand.
- salt and pepper
- red pepper flakes
- lemon
- fresh parsley - optional, for garnish.
You will also need a measuring cups and spoons, a spiralizer, and a large non-stick skillet or shallow saucepan
How to Make the Best Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
- Cook the zucchini noodles. Cut the ends off of each zucchini and cut into noodles using a spiralizer. In a large non-stick skillet (this is important!), heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini noodles and sauté, tossing gently, until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Make the sauce. In the same skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and butter until butter is melted. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth, then season with salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Let sauce reduce until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add shrimp. Return heat to medium-high, then add shrimp and cook until pink, about 1-2 minutes per side. Squeeze half a lemon over the shrimp, then toss with zoodles.
- Serve. Serve scampi with fresh parsley and additional lemon wedges.
Storing Instructions
- Make ahead instructions: You can prep your ihe best way to prep things ahead for zucchini shrimp scampi is to spiralize the noodles, but wait to cook them until right before serving. The noodles can get soggy or watery as they sit, so best to cook them and eat immediately.
- How to store: Shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles are best served fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Reheat over the stove on medium-low heat until just hot.
More Shrimp Recipes
- 30 Best Shrimp Recipes
- Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
- Shrimp Taco Salad
- Creamy Garlic Shrimp
- Baked Coconut Shrimp
- Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Bake
Tofu and Mushroom Stir Fry
Quick, easy, and simple, vegan tofu and mushroom stir fry is a delicious meal that is ready in under 15 minutes. Versatile tofu soaks up all the earthy flavors of mushrooms and fresh bok choy, coated with salty soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and fragrant garlic to create a well-rounded meal for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time for dinner. Serve it over a bowl of steamed rice with extra sesame seeds on top.
Why You'll Love Tofu and Mushroom Stir Fry
- Stir fry is easy to make. Tofu and mushroom stir fry is a vegan meal that is ready in less than 15 minutes (so you should get your rice cooking before you start!). Plus, everything is cooked in one wok, so there are few dishes to clean up. It's a great option for those busy weeknights when you're low on energy and short on time.
- Packed with plant-based protein. There's a reason people love tofu. It's a great meat substitute and is one of the best sources of plant-based protein. It also contains so many other vitamins and nutrients including iron, zinc, copper, calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, and vitamin B1.
- Sautéed mushrooms. You might not know this, but mushrooms are a superfood that can combat many health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. They contain fiber, protein, and antioxidants-which are essential in a healthy diet. This a meal you can feel very good about feeding to your family.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy vegan tofu and mushroom stir fry, you will need the following ingredients:
- olive oil - or any vegetable oil that you have such as coconut oil or grape seed oil.
- garlic
- mushrooms - most mushrooms will work, my personal favorites are shiitake mushrooms or brown mushrooms.
- extra firm tofu - extra firm tofu is best because it will hold its shape.
- baby bok choy - or substitute with sui choy. Spinach could also work.
- soy sauce
- balsamic vinegar or black rice vinegar
- ground black pepper
- sesame oil - sesame oil has incredible depth of flavor that really elevates this stir fry. But if you don't have any on hand, you can leave this out.
- sesame seeds
How to Make the Best Tofu and Mushroom Stir Fry
- Sauté garlic. In a large wok or skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil sizzles. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir fry vegetables. Add mushrooms and tofu and stir to cook until nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add bok choy and stir fry for 2 minutes, allowing it to soften.
- Add in sauce. Stir in soy sauce, vinegar and pepper. Mix well until evenly distributed. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Serve. Serve immediately with steamed rice. You could also serve over a plate of fried noodles.
Storing and Reheating Instructions
- How to store: Tofu and mushroom stir fry tastes best fresh, but you can certainly store leftovers for another day. Once cooled, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
- How to reheat: You can reheat leftovers on the stovetop or in the microwave:
- To reheat on the stove: Reheat in a wok or skillet over medium-low heat until thoroughly warmed, about 5-10 minutes. You can reheat leftover rice at the the same time too if you want everything mixed together.
- To reheat in the microwave: Place in a microwave-safe bowl, cover the entire bowl with a damp paper towel and reheat in 15-second increments until hot. This will steam the leftovers and prevent them from drying out.
More Stir Fry Recipes
- Spring Vegetable Stir Fry
- Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Stir-Fried Rice Cakes with Shrimp
- 10-Minute Shrimp Fried Rice
- Stir Fried Rice Noodle Rolls with Peanut Sauce
- Shanghai Style Fried Noodles
- 10-Minute Chicken Pad Thai
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Air Fryer Mexican Shrimp
Air fryer Mexican shrimp is juicy, tender, fresh, and delicious. It's coated in classic Mexican flavors which packs on the flavor in every bite. The best part? It takes just 5 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook. It's so quick and easy -- the best way to enjoy a delicious meal on a busy weeknight. Serve it as is, over a plate of rice, or as a topping on your favorite tacos, salads, and more.
Why You'll Love Air Fryer Mexican Shrimp
- Quick and easy to make. This is one of the easiest air fryer recipes ever. You literally toss all your ingredients together, pop them into the air fryer, and enjoy in about 10 minutes.
- Healthy and nutritious. Shrimp is something you will feel good about feeding to your family. It's a type of seafood that is packed with nutrients, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids, provided lots of health benefits.
- So many ways to serve. You can serve this shrimp on its own with fresh cilantro sprinkled on top or with a side of Cilantro Lime Rice. You can also used it for Shrimp Tacos with Lime Cilantro Slaw, Shrimp Taco Salad, or Shrimp Avocado Tostadas. The options are endless!
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious and easy shrimp taco salad, you will need an air fryer and the following ingredients:
- shrimp - You will need one pound of white shrimp. To prepare them, use scissors to cut through the shell along the back of the prawns, and remove the shells and tails. Rinse to remove the veins and pat dry with paper towel.
- olive oil
- ground cumin
- chili powder - optional for a spicy kick
- paprika
- garlic powder
- dried oregano - or substitute this with Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper
How to Make the Best Air Fryer Shrimp
- Prepare the shrimp. In a medium bowl, add shrimp, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Toss well to coat and set aside to marinate for 15 minutes (if you have the time).
- Cook the shrimp. Transfer the shrimp into the air fryer basket. Cook at 350 F for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket once halfway through.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to store: Leftover shrimp will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container. Allow it to cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator.
- How to reheat shrimp: Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes, or in the microwave for about 1 minute. You can also reheat in a preheated oven or air fryer at 300F for about 5 minutes until warmed through. Reheating can cause the shrimp to be a little drier than when served fresh. You can also eat leftovers cold on a salad.
- Alternate cooking methods: You can cook this shrimp in the oven by spreading it evenly on a parchment-lined quarter sheet baking pan and baking in a 400 F preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the shrimp turns pink. You can also cook over the stovetop by sautéing over medium-high heat for 5 minutes until shrimp turns pink and nicely browned.
More Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Jumbo Shrimp
- Air Fryer Broccoli
- Roasted Garlic Green Beans (Air Fryer)
- Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
- Crispy Air Fryer French Fries
- Air Fryer Breaded Fried Chicken Wings
- Air Fryer Stir Fry with Tofu
For more Mexican-inspired recipes, check out these 30 Best Mexican Recipes.
For more shrimp recipes, check out the 30 Best Shrimp Recipes.
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40 Best Pasta Recipes
Craving pasta for dinner tonight but are wondering what to make? Well, you have come to the right place. We are sharing this compilation of our 40 best and most popular pasta recipes so that you don't have to look any further when you are looking for a comforting plate of pasta. You will find everything from meaty pastas, lasagnas, chicken pastas, seafood pastas, vegetarian pastas, pasta bakes, pasta salad and soup, and more! Plus, these delicious recipes are EASY and most of them are quite quick (I am talking about 15-20 minutes quick), making most of them perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Easy and Popular Pasta Recipes
Pasta Bake with Sausage (Baked Ziti)
Pasta bake with sausage (baked ziti) is a lazy day lasagna with layers of pasta tossed in a rich meat sauce, layered with mozzarella, and baked.
Quick and easy pesto penne pasta is a simple and light Italian pasta dish made with just five ingredients in under 15 minutes. The easiest dinner.
Creamy White Chicken and Spinach Lasagna
Creamy white chicken and spinach lasagna with tender shredded chicken is the most comforting creamiest cheesiest white lasagna. Easy to make ahead & freeze.
Stovetop Mac and Cheese with White Cheddar
Quick and easy, creamy stovetop mac and cheese with white cheddar is a delicious and comforting one pot 20-minute meal packed with three types of cheese.
This Creamy Tomato Pasta is a simple and delicious meal made from scratch in 25 minutes with a cream and tomato based sauce that is rich and silky smooth.
Creamy spaghetti carbonara (Spaghetti a la Carbonara) is a simple classic Italian pasta with pancetta that's quick and easy to make in minutes.
Shrimp Alfredo is creamy, garlicky, and delicious! This quick and easy, under 30-minute recipe is a go-to for busy nights and a year-round family favorite.
Cheesy Tortellini and Sausage Bake
Quick and easy, cheesy tortellini and sausage bake is a delicious 30-minute dinner packed with flavour. A family-favourite comfort food for busy weeknights.
Quick and easy mascarpone pesto pasta is the tastiest creamy pasta dish you'll ever make in under 15 minutes. It's the best weeknight dinner.
Classic easy meat lasagna is the ultimate Italian comfort food with layers of tender lasagna, meaty tomato sauce, cheese filling and melted cheese on top.
Fettuccine alfredo is a classic Italian pasta dish that is rich, creamy, and delicious. Plus, it comes together in less than 15 minutes!
Quick easy spaghetti bolognese with a rich, thick, delicious and flavourful meat sauce is a family favourite ready in 30 minutes. Best weeknight dinner.
Beef stroganoff is a delicious, flavorful, and comforting Russian pasta dish that is ready in under 25 minutes. The perfect weeknight dinner.
Chicken penne pasta is a quick and easy dinner that is delicious, rich, creamy, and flavorful. It's a family favorite that's ready in under 30 minutes.
Ground turkey pasta bake is an easy yet impressive meal that is cozy, comforting, and satisfying. A family-friendly casserole dinner ready in 45 minutes.
Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Creamy shrimp pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious, quick and easy meal that takes just 20 minutes to prep and make. The perfect weeknight dinner. | aheadofthyme.com
Turkey Tetrazzini with Spinach
Creamy turkey tetrazzini with spinach is a simple, easy and delicious pasta recipe that is comforting, creamy and cheesy. The recipe used turkey, but you can easily substitute it with leftover chicken or a storebought rotisserie chicken instead.
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Bake
Creamy shrimp fettuccine alfredo pasta bake is garlicky, buttery, cheesy, loaded with shrimp + parsley and topped with mozzarella. Easy comfort food goals.
Farfalle Pasta with Mushroom Rose Sauce
Farfalle pasta with mushroom rose sauce is creamy yet light, delicious and flavorful, and quick and easy to make in 20 minutes. Best comfort food dinner!
Lemon butter pasta is quick and easy to make, light yet filling, and loaded with flavor. A delicious twist on classic buttered noodles ready in 15 minutes.
Homemade hamburger helper is a family favorite but you can make a cheaper, healthier, and way tastier version at home, ready in just 30 minutes.
Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle Pasta is a quick and easy, restaurant-worthy vegetarian dinner that is ready in just 30 minutes! Elevated comfort food at home.
Baked Ravioli is simple delicious comfort food that is perfect for a weeknight family dinner or for entertaining. It's hearty, comforting, and kid-friendly.
This Vegetarian Bolognese is a quick and easy vegetable-packed pasta with the flavor, texture, and goodness of a traditional Bolognese without the meat.
Ricotta stuffed shells are an easy, hearty, and classic Italian comfort food that can feed the whole family. Easy to make ahead and freeze for another day.
Classic baked mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food - creamy, cheesy, and cozy, topped with a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It's quick and easy too.
Quick and easy spaghetti and meatballs is delicious, rich, comforting with tender beef meatballs simmered in a savoury tomato sauce. Make it in 30 minutes.
Lasagna roll ups are a twist on traditional lasagna. Lasagna noodles are filled with cheese and meat sauce and rolled up. Make ahead and freezer-friendly!
Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is a delicious 30 minute recipe that is packed with flavor, quick and easy to make, and will satisfy the whole family.
Baked Feta Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight dinner recipe that is creamy, delicious, and flavorful - the whole family will love this Tiktok pasta!
Brie mac and cheese takes traditional macaroni and cheese to the next level. It's creamy, comforting, delicious, and easy to make in about 30 minutes.
Creamy mushroom pasta is packed with buttery garlicky mushrooms swimming in a delicious creamy Parmesan sauce. Quick and easy make in 20 minutes.
Spring Pesto Pasta with Asparagus
Spring pesto pasta with asparagus and chives is light and made with simple ingredients in under 20 minutes. Serve it hot for dinner or cold as pasta salad.
Cacio e pepe is a simple, authentic Italian pasta dish made with just four ingredients in 20 minutes. It's delicious, flavourful and easy to make.
Cheesy Baked Gnocchi is quick and easy comfort food made all in one pot with chewy bites of gnocchi, a simple tomato-based sauce, and gooey melty cheese.
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Butternut squash mac and cheese is a flavorful and delicious fall twist on a classic, with a rich and creamy sauce that is secretly loaded with veggies.
This simple creamy salmon pasta is quick and easy to make, delicious and flavorful, and loaded with salmon. A weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.
Mediterranean Baked Shrimp Orzo
Mediterranean baked shrimp orzo is a complete wholesome one pot meal with delicious sautéed vegetables, juicy shrimp, and orzo pasta. Make it in 30 minutes.
If you're a fan of spinach artichoke dip, you need to try this spinach artichoke pasta. It's quick and easy comfort food is ready in under 30 minutes.
Toasted Ravioli is a classic Italian appetizer that is crispy and golden on the outside, and tender and gooey on the inside. Ready in less than 30 minutes!
Butternut squash lasagna is a delicious, warm and cozy vegetarian lasagna to make this fall when the your family is craving major comfort food this fall.
Mussels pasta in tomato sauce is a simple, light and fresh, seafood pasta dinner that you can make at home in 30 minutes. Easiest weeknight dinner.
Vegetarian Lasagna with Spinach
This Vegetarian Lasagna with Spinach is creamy, cheesy, and delicious. This classic Italian dish gets a meatless upgrade in this vegetarian version.
This easy 10-minute vegan light and creamy avocado basil pesto spaghetti is loaded with avocado, basil, walnuts, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice.
Baked Mediterranean pasta is simple, flavorful, and vibrant, loaded with fresh tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and olives, and topped with mozzarella cheese.
Pumpkin Pasta is one of the quickest and easiest pasta dishes you can make this fall! It's flavorful, creamy, cheesy, and made with real pumpkin!
Spaghetti Alfredo with Spinach and Mushrooms
10-minute creamy spaghetti alfredo with spinach, mushrooms and tomatoes is tossed in a smooth buttery and garlicky alfredo sauce with fresh parsley.
Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, and Roasted Red Peppers
Orecchiette pasta with sausage, broccoli rabe, and roasted red peppers is a mix of spicy, sweet, and crunchy, and is on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Butternut Squash Carbonara Pasta
If you like traditional carbonara, you are going to love creamy butternut squash carbonara pasta with Parmesan, bacon and sage. The best fall comfort food.
This one pan Skillet Lasagna has all the same ingredients and flavors as a traditional meat lasagna but with minimal prep and is ready in just 40 minutes.
Fried mac and cheese balls are crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy on the inside, and have the perfect crunch. Best way to use leftover mac and cheese.
Pasta Soup
Smooth, hearty and light, one pot lemon chicken orzo soup is pure comfort in a bowl. This family favourite is like chicken noodle soup with a major upgrade. Serve it with some crispy sourdough discard crackers with sesame seeds.
Creamy Tortellini Soup with Sausage
Hearty and creamy tortellini soup with sausage, spinach and kale is total comfort food in a bowl. Make this flavourful one pot meal in under 30 minutes.
Lasagna soup is a twist on a classic Italian recipe with all the same delicious comforting flavors in the form of a hearty one pot soup.
Warm and cozy, creamy turkey orzo soup is wholesome, hearty, filling, and flavourful. Make this delicious one pot meal with leftover turkey in 30 minutes.
White chicken lasagna soup is a thick and creamy soup version of this classic Italian dish. It's quick and easy to make in just 30 minutes.
Pasta Salads
Italian pasta salad is delicious, wholesome, and easy to make. Make it up to three days ahead for your summer picnics and cookouts. You can't get more classic than Italian Salad on Memorial Day!
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
Quick and easy Mediterranean orzo pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and herbs is tossed in a Greek lemon vinaigrette. Healthy, light and delicious.
Classic macaroni salad is a creamy and delicious pasta salad that is easy to throw together. It's the perfect side to bring to a summer potluck or BBQ.
Greek Pasta Salad is quick and easy, loaded with Mediterranean flavors, and delicious. Serve it at a summer cookout or potluck, or meal prep weekly lunches.
How to Store and Reheat Pasta
Store any of these easy pasta recipes in an airtight container (once cooled to room temperature) and place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Most of these are also freezer-friendly so you can store them for up to 3 months in the freezer!
For any stovetop pasta, you can reheat again over the stove on medium-low heat until warmed through. You may have to add a splash of water as the sauce will have likely thickened up when stored in the refrigerator. For casserole-type pastas like lasagna and pasta bakes, you can also reheat over the stove, or you can reheat in the oven at 300F for 10-15 minutes, or air fryer for 5-10 minutes, until fully warmed through. Refer to the specific recipe post for full storing and reheating instructions.
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Watermelon Feta Salad
Watermelon feta salad is a simple and delicious refreshing summer salad that you need in your life this season. Fresh, juicy watermelon is tossed with crunchy cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and refreshing mint. It's the perfect side dish to bring to your next BBQ or potluck, or to serve at home on a hot sunny day. The best part is that you can toss everything together in about 5 minutes. You can't go wrong with a salad this easy and delicious.
Why You'll Love Watermelon Feta Salad
- Quick and easy. Watermelon feta salad may be one of the fastest salads you'll ever throw together. With a few simple ingredients, you can prep and toss everything together in about 5 minutes.
- Best pairing of ingredients. You get everything with this watermelon feta salad when it comes to flavor. The sweet, crisp, and refreshing watermelon and cucumber pair perfectly with the savory taste of feta cheese. Fresh mint and lemon juice add a special kick that you don't want to miss.
- Pairs with all summer dishes. Watermelon feta salad pairs well with almost anything. It's the best side dish for a barbecue this summer, and it tastes great on the same plate as macaroni salad, juicy hamburgers, BBQ ribs, chicken skewers, and other classic summer grilling dishes.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this simple and delicious watermelon feta salad with cucumbers, you will need the following ingredients:
- watermelon - you will need 4 cups of watermelon, which is about ½ of a medium sized watermelon.
- English cucumber - you will need one long English cucumber, or about 1-2 cups cubed cucumber.
- fresh mint - you can substitute mint with fresh basil as well.
- feta cheese - you can substitute this with goat cheese if desired, or leave it out for a vegan salad.
- olive oil - I would recommend using a high-quality olive oil.
- lemon juice - you can substitute with lime juice as well.
- salt and pepper
The great thing about having a cold watermelon feta salad is that you can customize it with your favorite flavors. You can consider adding: balsamic vinegar, sliced red onions, fresh spinach, and sliced almonds.
How to Make the Best Watermelon Feta Salad
- Combine salad ingredients. In a large mixing bowl or serving platter, add watermelon, cucumber, mint, and feta cheese.
- Make dressing. In a small mixing bowl, whisk to combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss together. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired, to taste. Sprinkle with extra feta cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to cut a watermelon: The easiest way to cut your melon (if you don't have a melon baller) is to slice it in half. Then, cut the halves into thirds or quarters lengthwise (depending on the side of your melon). Then, slice off the rind from the meat with a large knife. Now, you can simply slice the soft melon into squares instead of cutting through the rind each time you slice the watermelon.
- Make ahead instructions: To make ahead, you can prep the ingredients (cube the watermelon and cucumbers), and make the dressing. Store the salad ingredients in a separate airtight container from the dressing. When ready to serve, toss everything together. I would not recommend tossing together and storing before serving.
- How to store: Watermelon feta salad tastes best fresh, within the first 1-2 hours of preparing it. If you do have leftovers, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Note that the longer you store, the soggier the salad can get.
More Summer Salad Recipes
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Italian Pasta Salad
- Summer Fruit Salad
- Macaroni Salad
- Potato Salad
- Summer Corn Salad
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Baked Queso Chicken
Baked queso chicken is the easy, cheesy, delicious chicken dinner you've been looking for. Seared chicken breast is topped with sautéed onions and tomatoes and a generous amount of creamy queso. The best part? This flavorful tender chicken takes just 30 minutes to cook, which make it the perfect dish to make when you are short on time or energy. Hello new favorite weeknight dinner! Plus, it's seriously the best way to use up any leftover queso.
Why You'll Love Baked Queso Chicken
- It's so easy to make. This chicken recipe is so easy to make, and one that is great for beginners to try too. a perfect one to try for beginners too. perfect for novice cooks. Whether you're feeding a whole family or just cooking for one or two, baked queso chicken will save you time and energy.
- Simple ingredients. Not only is this an easy to dish to make, but you only need some simple ingredients including chicken, olive oil, tomatoes, onion, and queso. And if you have your spice rack stocked, then you likely won't have to run out to by any extra spices for the chicken marinade.
- Seared and baked. For baked queso chicken, you'll need to sear your chicken in a cast-iron skillet before popping it in the oven. The combination of searing and baking adds deep flavor, gives the chicken a slightly charred texture, and ensures they are cooked through but not overcooked or dry. It's the perfect combo.
Ingredients
To make easy and delicious baked queso chicken, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):
- chicken breasts
- chicken marinade - made with olive oil cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano (or Italian seasoning), salt, and pepper.
- olive oil
- onion
- tomato
- jalapeño - optional for extra spiciness.
- queso - you can use homemade Mexican queso or store-bought, whichever is easier! I love making homemade queso and using leftovers for this dish.
- fresh cilantro - for garnish.
How to Make the Best Baked Queso Chicken
- Marinate the chicken. In a large ziploc bag, combine chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and all seasoning including cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Press air out of the bag and seal tightly. Press the seasoning around the chicken to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to overnight in the fridge.
- Sear the chicken. When ready to cook, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large cast-iron skillet for 2 minutes over medium-high heat until the hot oil sizzles. Sear the chicken breasts until nicely browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Once done, transfer onto a plate.
- Sauté aromatics. In the same skillet, add onion and tomato and sauté until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble. Return the chicken to the skillet and top with sautéed onion and tomato. Spread queso sauce evenly over each chicken breast. (If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, use a 9x13-inch casserole pan).
- Bake. Bake on the top rack of a 400F preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked through and queso turns golden brown. The internal temperature for the chicken should reach 165F as read on a meat thermometer.
- Serve. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with cilantro lime rice, crusty bread, or over pasta if desired.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to serve: Some people might be happy eating this baked queso chicken on its own, but others will want to pair it with something. You can serve this dish over cilantro lime rice, pasta, salad, potatoes, or your favorite vegetable side dish. You can also eat it with toasted bread or tortillas for major dunking into that delicious sauce. Another option is to shred the chicken after baking for an easy-to-spread chicken queso that you can eat with tortilla chips. So good!
- How to store: Allow the chicken to cool to room temperature. Then, transfer into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
More Skillet Chicken Recipes
- Skillet Chicken Fajitas
- Chicken Marsala
- Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken
- Lemon Chicken Piccata
- Chicken Parmesan (Parmigiana)
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Macaroni Salad
Classic macaroni salad is a creamy and delicious pasta salad that is so easy to throw together. It's packed with fresh crunchy vegetables and is all tossed in a creamy sauce that holds it all together. It's the perfect side salad to bring to a summer potluck or BBQ, and it makes a great make-ahead lunch, too. In fact, prepare this macaroni salad a day or two ahead of time and let the flavors infuse together int he refrigerator (it actually tastes better the next day!).
Why You'll Love Macaroni Salad
- It's perfect to meal prep. This might be the best make-ahead meal you'll have this week! It's an easy-to-follow recipe that is nearly impossible to mess up. Plus, you can completely customize it with other ingredients that you have on hand. No matter what, you'll end up with a delicious macaroni salad.
- Beat the heat with a cold dish. Warm and sunny days are ahead, and cold dishes are the best to eat when it's hot out. This chilled macaroni salad will help you enjoy the warmth and fill up with healthy energy. It's what your summer cookouts have been missing.
- Keeps you full. While some diets might shun carbs, glucose (aka carbs) is your brain's preferred source of energy. Combined with the healthy veggies in this macaroni salad, this pasta is wholesome, filling, and also packed with nutrients. Meaning, you don't need to go searching for something else to keep you full.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious and easy classic macaroni salad, you will need the following ingredients:
- elbow macaroni - you can substitute this with any short pasta.
- red onion
- red bell pepper
- carrot
- celery
- pickle - try making your own homemade pickles in just 1-2 days, with NO canning!
- mayonnaise
- sour cream - or substitute with Greek yogurt.
- white vinegar - or you can substitute this with apple cider vinegar.
- sugar
- Dijon mustard
- garlic powder
- salt and pepper
The best part is that this salad is completely customizable. If you prefer one ingredient over another, add more of it in. Some popular add-ins include: boiled eggs, ham, bacon, cherry tomtoes, and green peas.
How to Make the Best Macaroni Salad
- Boil the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes or according to package instructions. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process and to cool the pasta down.
- Assemble the salad. In a large mixing bowl or serving, combine cooked pasta, red onion, bell pepper, carrot, celery, and pickle.
- Add dressing. In a small mixing bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add dressing to salad and toss to combine.
- Serve or chill. Serve immediately, or cover the bowl tightly with plastic cling wrap and refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or overnight for the best results). This will allow the flavors to really infuse into each other.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to serve: Serve classic macaroni salad as a side along your favorite summer grilled meats and corn on the cob. You can also serve it as a macaroni salad sandwich in between two slices of bread.
- Make ahead instructions: Macaroni salad is great for meal prep. To prepare an easy meal on the go, pre-portion the macaroni salad into smaller meal prep containers that you can grab on your way out of the house.
- How to store: Store macaroni salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- How to freeze: Store macaroni salad in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
More Salad Recipes
- Italian Pasta Salad
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
- Creamy Broccoli Slaw Salad
- Chickpea Greek Salad
- Shrimp Taco Salad
- Lemon Kale Salad
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30 Best Shrimp Recipes
Are you wondering what to make for dinner tonight using shrimp or prawns? Then you have come to the right place. We are here to inspire you to cook something delicious using shrimp, with a round up of 30 of the best and most popular shrimp recipes that we have shared over the years including creamy shrimp, summery grilled shrimp, comforting shrimp pastas, better than takeout Asian dishes with shrimp, Mexican shrimp dishes, and more!
Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
Better than takeout garlic shrimp stir fry is saucy, sticky, flavorful, and delicious. It's quick and easy to make in 15 minutes and great for meal prep.
More Shrimp Recipes
Creamy garlic shrimp is a delicious, quick and easy 15-minute meal (including prep!) that you need to include in your weeknight dinner meal plan.
Garlic butter shrimp is a quick and easy dinner ready in just 10 minutes! It's loaded with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions.
Easy, garlicky and buttery grilled shrimp boil with prawns, corn, baby potatoes and sausage, seasoned and tossed with parsley takes just 20 minutes to cook. Throw some whole potatoes on the grill too and serve this with some BBQ chicken stuffed baked potatoes.
Shrimp taco salad with cilantro lime dressing is flavourful, delicious, and easy to make. It has all the fixings and of shrimp tacos, but without the mess.
Juicy and tender grilled cajun shrimp skewers are garlicky, lemony, and packed with flavour with a cajun marinade. Ready in under 30 minutes including prep. Serve it with a fresh Mediterranean chickpea wedge salad on the side.
Shrimp Alfredo is creamy, garlicky, and delicious! This quick and easy, under 30-minute recipe is a go-to for busy nights and a year-round family favorite.
Quick and easy, one-pan, 10-minute seafood fried rice with tiger prawns is so much healthier, tastier and better than takeout. It's the easiest weeknight meal.
Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema Slaw
Quick and easy shrimp tacos with lime crema slaw are ready in less than 30 minutes and are packed with flavourful crispy shrimp and creamy cabbage slaw.
Grilled shrimp salad is a quick and easy, healthy summer meal that is loaded with fresh, flavorful ingredients, all tossed in an easy homemade dressing.
Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Creamy shrimp pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious, quick and easy meal that takes just 20 minutes to prep and make. The perfect weeknight dinner.
Shrimp fajitas are healthy, flavorful, and delicious. This one skillet recipe is loaded with shrimp and vegetables and is ready in just 20 minutes.
Tigers Prawns in Garlic Ginger Soy Sauce
10-minute tiger prawns in garlic ginger soy sauce is juicy, tender and immersed in incredible Asian flavours. It's the perfect weeknight meal.
Creamy Tuscan shrimp packed with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and garlic, is creamy, rich, and delicious. Make it in just 15 minutes, including prep!
Better than takeout, shrimp egg rolls are a delicious, flavourful and easy appetizer to make. They can be deep fried, baked or air fried.
Air fryer Mexican shrimp is juicy, tender, fresh, and delicious. It's packed with classic Mexican flavors and ready in just 10 minutes. So quick and easy.
Garlic shrimp skewers are delicious and full of fresh flavor. These quick and easy kabobs can be grilled, baked or air fried for an easy summer dinner.
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Bake
Creamy shrimp fettuccine alfredo pasta bake is garlicky, buttery, cheesy, loaded with shrimp + parsley and topped with mozzarella. Easy comfort food goals.
Crispy baked coconut shrimp is a delicious appetizer that is easy to make in 30 minutes. They are more flavourful, tastier and healthier than takeout.
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles is filling, yet surprisingly light! Since we are using fresh zucchini noodles, you will feel no guilt in sopping up the sauce with an extra crusty piece of bread!
Vietnamese Salad Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Fresh, light and healthy Vietnamese salad rolls are packed with vermicelli noodles, shrimp, fresh vegetables and herbs and dipped in homemade peanut sauce.
Quick and easy shrimp cakes are juicy, tender, delicious, and flavorful. They're made simple with a food processor and your choice of three cooking methods.
Mediterranean Baked Shrimp Orzo
Mediterranean baked shrimp orzo is a complete wholesome one pot meal with delicious sautéed vegetables, juicy shrimp, and orzo pasta. Make it in 30 minutes.
This gluten-free, one pot Thai red curry noodle soup is so flavourful and packed with shrimp, vermicelli rice noodles, fresh herbs, lime juice, and fish sauce.
Shrimp avocado tostadas are a delicious, crunchy, quick and easy Mexican dish you can make in just 15 minutes, loaded with the best combination of toppings.
10-minute air fryer jumbo shrimp is juicy and tender on the inside, and crispy on the outside. It's so flavourful and garlicky with Asian seasonings.
Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Wontons
Better than takeout pan-fried pork and shrimp wontons are so crispy outside and tender and juicy inside with a savoury pork, shrimp and vegetable filling.
Stir-Fried Rice Cakes with Shrimp
Better than takeout, stir-fried rice cakes with shrimp, bok choy, and bean sprouts in a delicious peanut butter sauce is a quick 10-minute one pan meal.
Thai Coconut Red Curry with Prawns
Better than takeout, Thai coconut red curry with prawns is easy, quick, and full of so much flavour! Cook this perfect weeknight dinner in just 15 minutes!
Pan-fried Garlic Prawns with Soy Sauce
Quick and easy, pan-fried garlic prawns with soy sauce, garlic, and green onions is a simple but flavourful Chinese stir-fry made in under 15 minutes.
Easy to make chicken and shrimp dumplings can be steamed, boiled or fried and served with a side of soy sauce for dipping.
How to Store Cooked Shrimp
Store any of these easy shrimp recipes in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Some of these recipes are also freezer-friendly and can also be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Depending on the recipe, you can reheat in the air fryer at 300F for 5-10 minutes, in the oven at 300F for 10 minutes, or on the stove over medium heat until fully warmed through. Refer to the specific recipe post for full storing and reheating instructions.
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Homemade Pickles
Homemade pickles are easy to make at home in just 5 minutes with no canning required. Plus, they are ready to eat in just 1 to 2 days! Making homemade pickles is easier than you might think, and the best part is that you can adjust the ingredients to make pickles that are perfect for you. Add them to your favorite burgers, sandwiches, salads, or any meal that needs that extra crunch.
Why You'll Love Homemade Pickles
- Sweet, savory, and delicious. There are so many phenomenal flavors in homemade pickles that come from just a few simple ingredients. The combination of vinegar, sugar, salt, and unique seasonings brings out the best in these pickled cucumbers.
- Homemade pickles are customizable. Pickles from the grocery store will do the job, but there are limitations. Is there something you don't love about this recipe? Then change it! Experimenting with homemade pickles is one of the most exciting parts of pickling your own vegetables. Add more sugar for a sweeter taste, or add more red pepper flakes for a stronger kick of heat. Don't be afraid to get creative!
- They taste fresh. You may not associate the word fresh with pickled vegetables, but these homemade pickles have something no store-bought pickle has. Freshness. You'll have to try them to know what I mean.
Ingredients
To make easy homemade pickles, you will need the following ingredients.
- Persian cucumbers - I like to use Persian cucumbers but any small pickling cucumber will work.
- garlic
- dill
- red onion
- white vinegar
- peppercorns
- crushed red pepper flakes - optional, for a spicy kick.
- yellow mustard seeds - optional.
- granulated sugar
- salt - any kind of salt will work. I prefer kosher or canning salt for the best results. You could also use table salt, but it can make the brine appear more cloudy or discolored.
You will also need jar with a tight fitting lid such as a mason jar.
How to Make the Best Homemade Pickles
- Prepare the cucumbers. In a clean mason jar, add cucumbers, garlic, dill, and red onion. You can pack the cucumbers up to the top of the jar.
- Make the brine. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk to combine vinegar, spices and seasoning until dissolved. You can also boil the brine (vinegar mixture) and cool it down to help the seasoning dissolve better.
- Ferment. Carefully fill the jar with the brine (vinegar mixture), leaving about ½-inch from the top. Close the lid tightly and refrigerate for 1-2 days for fermentation.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to get crispy and crunchy pickles: You can prepare these pickles either sliced or whole. When sliced, the pickles will have a stronger flavour because they will absorb more of the brine. If using whole pickles, you will get a stronger and satisfying crunch that pickle-lovers seek out. Use cucumbers that are small, firm, and fresh.
- How long homemade pickles last: Homemade pickles will keep in the mason jar in the refrigerator for up to two months. If you want to extend their lifespan, avoid contaminating the jar with dirty cutlery or avoid dipping your fingers into the jar.
More Fermented Recipes
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Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Creamy shrimp pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious, quick and easy meal that takes just 20 minutes to prep and make. Spaghetti noodles are tossed in a thick and creamy sauce packed with shrimp and sun-dried tomatoes. It's rich, silky, and so so good. Seafood pasta has seriously never tasted so good. It's the perfect meal to serve for lunch on the patio, on busy weeknights, or a fancy dinner to impress your guests.
Why You'll Love Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
- Simple and delicious. The natural flavors of the shrimp combined with fresh spinach, fragrant basil and garlic, nutty Parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes yields a decadent restaurant-quality plate of seafood pasta.
- Quick and easy. Who knew something that tastes so good could be created in less than 15 minutes? This creamy shrimp pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is nearly effortless, and anyone can make it (espeically beginner cookes)
- Total comfort food goals. Each bite of spaghetti noodles is coated with the thickest and creamiest sauce for major comfort all around.
Ingredients
To make this delicious and creamy shrimp pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, you will need the following ingredients (full quantities in recipe card below):
- pasta - I like to use a thin long noodle for this creamy pasta dish such as spaghetti, linguine, and fettuccine, but any type of pasta will work.
- olive oil
- shrimp, peeled and deveined
- salt and pepper
- butter
- garlic
- sun-dried tomatoes - In contrast to fresh tomatoes, the sun-dried version provides an intense taste of sweetness and tartness.
- all-purpose flour - helps to thicken the sauce.
- heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- baby spinach
- fresh basil
You will also need a large pot and a skillet (I used my cast-iron skillet).
How to Make the Best Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
- Boil the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add spaghetti noodles and cook until al dente (fully cooked but still firm) according to package directions, about 10 minutes. Drain well in a colander and set aside. Toss in some olive oil to keep the pasta from sticking together.
- Sear the shrimp. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil is sizzling hot. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until the shrimp becomes nicely browned on both sides. Set aside on a plate.
- Sauté aromatics. In the same skillet, add butter, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in flour and mix until well combined.
- Make the creamy sauce. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium and keep stirring until thickened to a desired consistency. Stir in spinach and cook until softened, about 1 minute.
- Toss and serve. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss well to coat. Add in cooked spaghetti and toss well to combine. Sprinkle fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese on top and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
Storing and Reheating Instructions
- How to store: Allow the pasta to cool completely before storing. Then, transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- How to reheat on the stovetop: Reheat leftover pasta on the stovetop in a shallow saucepan over low heat until warmed through, about 5 or so minutes. You may need to add additional water if the sauce gets too thick while reheating.
- How to reheat on the microwave: You can also reheat creamy shrimp pasta covered in a microwave-safe container in the microwave. Heat in 20-second intervals, frequently stirring until heated all the way through.
More Pasta Recipes
- Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Bake
- Mascarpone Pesto Pasta
- Mussels Pasta in Tomato Sauce
- Pasta Bake with Sausage (Baked Ziti)
- Spaghetti Carbonara
- Pesto Penne Pasta
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Moist Vanilla Cupcakes
Vanilla cupcakes with buttercream frosting are a classic treat that never gets old, but once you've tried soft and fluffy, moist vanilla cupcakes, you really can't go back. These decadent treats are simple, sweet, and delicious. The easy batter takes just 10 minutes to whip up and has a secret ingredient (yogurt!) to keep them super fluffy and moist for days! Perfect for holidays, birthday celebrations, or just whenever you are craving something sweet.
Why You'll Love Moist Vanilla Cupcakes
- Moist, cakey texture. With a carefully balanced texture, these moist vanilla cupcakes will melt in your mouth. They are the perfect combination of fluffy, soft, and moist. They are filling but not too dense-which is exactly how you want your cupcakes.
- Simple ingredients. This recipe requires a few basic pantry and refrigerator staples. We are talking flour, baking powder, butter, and eggs, just to name a few. So if you like to bake, you will likely already have most (if not all) of these ingredients at home.
- Easy Buttercream. The delicious icing on the cake (vanilla buttercream) takes literally 5 minutes to whip up. You could also frost these with Chocolate Buttercream or Nutella Buttercream instead, or leave them unfrosted.
- Easy cleanup, now and later. Cupcakes are the perfect celebratory treat because they make for easy cleanup. There are only so many dishes required when prepping and baking, and once it's time to eat, you don't need to cut a thing. How convenient!
Ingredients
To make these delicious moist vanilla cupcakes, you will need the following ingredients:
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- cornstarch
- salt
- butter
- sugar
- eggs
- vanilla extract - Be sure to use high-quality vanilla extract since that's the star of the show.
- plain yogurt - this is secret ingredient that makes these vanilla cupcakes moist and soft. I used whole fat plain yogurt but Greek yogurt or sour cream also works well as a substitute.
- whole milk
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, stand mixer or hand mixer, 12-tin muffin pan, piping bags, and a no. 2D decorating tip.
How to Make the Best Moist Vanilla Cupcakes
- Combine dry ingredients. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer with the paddle attachment to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until incorporated. Add vanilla and yogurt, beating until combined.
- Incorporate ingredients together. Add one-third of the dry ingredients and beat until just combined. Then, add half of the milk, and beat until just combined. Repeat, until you end with the dry ingredients. Scrape down the bowl as needed and beat until just combined and smooth. Do not overmix. The batter will be thick.
- Divide the batter. Use a medium cookie scoop to scoop up the batter and divide in into a 12-tin muffin pan lined with cupcake liners, filling the liners ⅔ full with batter.
- Bake. Bake in a 350 F preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the muffin pan for 5 minutes, then transfer into a wire cooling rack to cool completely before icing.
How to Make Vanilla Buttercream and Decorate
Homemade vanilla buttercream is so quick and easy to make, taking just 5 minutes. First, in a large mixing bowl, beat the butter in a large mixing bowl using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes. Then, add vanilla and beat until light and fluffy. Add in confectioners' sugar (one cup at a time), and beat until incorporated. Add milk and beat until light and fluffy. Add more milk if the buttercream is too thick, add more confectioners' sugar if the buttercream is too thin. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth until you are ready to use the icing to prevent it from drying out.
To frost the cupcakes, use a couplers to secure a no. 2D decorating tip onto a piping bag. Fill the bag with icing and pipe the icing onto each cupcake starting at the edges and move in an overlapping circular motion until you reach the center and gently lift up. You could also add some sprinkles on top, if desired.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Room temperature ingredients will result in a room temperature batter and ensure even baking. If your batter is too cold, the cupcakes may not bake evenly.
- Substitutions: Missing something? Get creative-but not too creative. When baking, the ingredients work together. Some things you can substitute and adjust for are:
- using salted butter and reducing the amount of salt slightly,
- using flavored or sweetened yogurt and reducing the amount of sugar.
- How to store: Allow the vanilla cupcakes to cool completely, then store them at room temperature inside an airtight container unfrosted. This will give the best results with the best texture because because cooler temperatures will dry out your cupcakes. If you've already frosted them, they'll need to go in the fridge. Eat them up within four days.
- How to freeze. You can freeze these cupcakes either before or after icing.
- Before frosting: You can freeze unfrosted chocolate cupcakes by wrapping them tightly with plastic cling wrap, and then placing them in an airtight container and freezing for up to 3 months.
- After frosting: Place frosted cupcakes on a baking tray and freeze until hard, about 1 hour. Then wrap them tightly in plastic cling wrap, and then place in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- To serve: Allow them to completely thaw overnight in the refrigerator, or for a few hours at room temperature, before icing or serving.
More Cupcake Recipes
- Moist Chocolate Cupcakes
- Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Blueberry Yogurt Muffins
- Spiced Carrot Muffins
- Spiced Apple Oatmeal Muffins
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Classic Coleslaw
This classic coleslaw salad is a must-have recipe for your summer plans. Whether you need a side dish to bring to a family barbecue or picnic, or an easy make ahead lunch to pack for work or for a potluck, classic coleslaw brings a fresh, crisp, and creamy game-changer to the table. Thrown together in less than 10 minutes, this classic coleslaw consists of only three simple ingredients plus a creamy and delicious dressing that ties it all together. Pair with meats, throw it on tacos, or eat it on its own: classic coleslaw is as versatile as it is delicious.
Why You'll Love Classic Coleslaw
- Crisp, fresh vegetables. Purple cabbage, green cabbage, and carrots bring a healthy crunch to your coleslaw. The vinegar in the dressing helps soften the veggies just enough to create the perfect texture. It's a match made in food heaven.
- The blend of bright colors. Colesaw is not only delicious, but it is pretty to look at. Vibrant purple, green, and orange colors are typical in classic coleslaw, making it just as tasty as it is attractive.
- Quick and easy last-minute recipe. This salad takes just 10 minutes to make (most of the time goes into prep to shred those veggies). Which means it's the ideal starter to munch on when dinner (or you) is running late!
Ingredients
To make easy and delicious classic coleslaw, you will need the following ingredients:
- green cabbage - you could also substitute this with broccoli stems.
- purple cabbage
- carrot
- mayonnaise
- vinegar - I used white vinegar and apple cider vinegar for the best results. You would substitute the apple cider vinegar with a squeeze of lemon juice for a similar acidity.
- sugar - a little sugar to balance out the acidity in the vinegars. You could choose to leave this out if you please.
- celery seeds - celery seeds are small seeds that look similar in size to poppy seeds. They are a classic ingredient in coleslaw that gives it that slightly bitter taste that is so distinct in coleslaw.
- salt and pepper - to taste.
You will also need a cheese grater or mandoline slicer with cut resistant gloves to shred the vegetables. Or, to make things even easier and faster, you can use a 14 ounce coleslaw mix instead of shredding the vegetables yourself.
How to Make the Best Classic Coleslaw
- Combine salad ingredients. In a large serving bowl, combine cabbage, purple cabbage, and carrot.
- Toss with dressing. In a small mixing bowl, mix together mayonnaise, vinegars, sugar, celery seeds, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Add dressing to the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve. Serve immediately, or refrigerator for one hour to allow the flavors to infuse into each other more. Add more salt and pepper if desired, to taste.
Coleslaw for Pulled Pork
We love serving this coleslaw with Pulled Pork in a sandwich. Coleslaw is one of those salads that goes well with anything. Some of our favorite classic BBQ dishes to serve this with all summer long are:
- Friend Chicken
- Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs
- Burgers
- Fish Tacos
- BBQ sandwiches
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to store: Homemade coleslaw is best eaten fresh within a day or two, and here's why. Over time, the vinegar will continue to soften the veggies, and the dressing can become watery. So, although it will last in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-5 days, it tastes best the day of or day after it's made.
- How to shred cabbage and carrots for coleslaw: To easily shred cabbage, simply cut the head of the cabbage in half, then finely slice each side with a chef's knife. The best way to shred your carrots is with a cheese grater.
- How to customize: Everyone has different preferences when it comes to their coleslaw. You might like yours a bit sweeter (or spicier!), so don't be afraid to adjust the dressing to your taste.
More Salad Recipes
- Italian Pasta Salad
- Homemade Potato Salad
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Chickpea Greek Salad
- Creamy Broccoli Slaw Salad
- Quinoa Spinach Salad
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60 Easy Vegetarian Dinner Recipes
Wondering what to make for dinner when you are craving something vegetarian? Whether you are a vegetarian looking for an easy weeknight dinner idea, or a meat-lover looking for a plant-based recipe to make for Meatless Monday, you have come to the right place. We have rounded up over 60 of the most popular and best easy vegetarian dinner recipes including vegetarian pastas, high protein vegetarian dinners, wholesome stuffed vegetables, hearty vegetarian soups, better than takeout Chinese vegetarian dinner ideas, vegan dinners, and more!
Best Vegetarian Dinners
Eggplant Parmesan is a vegetarian Italian dish made featuring tender eggplant slices coated in crispy breadcrumbs, melty cheese, and baked in tomato sauce.
Homemade falafel are delicious, golden brown and crispy on the outside, fluffy tender and soft inside. Plus, they're vegan, loaded with plant-based protein. One of my favorite vegetarian meals.
Quick and easy pesto penne pasta is a simple and light Italian pasta dish made with just five ingredients in under 15 minutes but with maximum flavor. The easiest dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Easy 20-minute one pot lentils is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with protein. It's immune boosting properties makes it the perfect comfort food. It's one of the best vegan dinners.
Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner.
Minestrone soup is a hearty, healthy, nourishing, and delicious classic Italian soup, packed with vegetables and pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth.
Quick, easy, and simple, vegan tofu and mushroom stir fry is a delicious meal that is ready in under 15 minutes. Serve it over a bowl of steamed rice.
Homemade Potato and Cheese Perogies are comforting, delicious, and satisfying. These cheddar pierogi from scratch as easier to make than you think!
Vegetarian cauliflower tacos are loaded with air-fried or baked cauliflower, a delicious seasoning blend, and creamy lime cilantro slaw inside a tortilla.
This Vegetarian Bolognese is a quick and easy vegetable-packed pasta with the flavor, texture, and goodness of a traditional Bolognese without the meat.
This Mediterranean Stuffed Eggplant is delicious, filling, and healthy. This vegetarian dinner is loaded with veggies and topped with bubbly cheese.
Thai Sweet Potato Yellow Curry
Sweet Potato Yellow Curry is a flavorful and delicious vegetarian dish that is quick and easy to make any day of the week in under 30 minutes.
Skillet Neapolitan Margherita Pizza
Quick and easy skillet Neapolitan margherita pizza has an iconic thin and soft crust with a perfectly crisp exterior, and simple and fresh toppings.
Cheesy Baked Gnocchi is quick and easy comfort food made all in one pot with chewy bites of gnocchi, a simple tomato-based sauce, and gooey melty cheese.
Say goodbye to takeout and make easy Lo Mein Noodles at home, packed with fresh veggies and healthy ingredients, in less than 15 minutes!
Creamy Parmesan (No Wine) Risotto
Creamy Parmesan (No Wine) Risotto is a rich, creamy, and comforting classic Italian dish that may be intimidating but is actually quick and easy to make.
These Sheet Pan Quesadillas are loaded with veggies and gooey cheese, baked in the oven until crispy, and made to feed a crowd in just 30 minutes.
High Protein Vegetarian Recipes
Homemade vegetarian black bean burgers are thick, hearty, flavorful, and delicious. They are easy to make with the best texture (no mushy burgers here!).
Lentil Stew is a hearty and filling vegan meal loaded with vegetables like carrots and potatoes. This well seasoned vegetarian stew is ready in 45 minutes.
When it comes to vegetarian tacos, these vegan chickpea tacos are some of the best. They are delicious, filling, easy to make, and loved by all.
Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas
Butternut squash curry with chickpeas is a rich hearty one pot meal that will satisfy your fall comfort food cravings. Great for weeknight family dinners.
Vegetarian quesadillas are quick and easy, completely customizable, loaded with veggies and beans. Serve this kid-friendly Mexican meal for lunch or dinner.
Chickpea Greek salad is a fresh, healthy, vibrant, and colorful salad, packed with traditional Mediterranean ingredients, superfoods, and nutrients.
Easy one pot vegetarian chili is the perfect warm and cozy comfort meal - it's hearty, filling, wholesome, flavorful, delicious, and loaded with protein.
Homemade Lentil Meatballs are made with a satisfying mixture of simple ingredients for a perfect vegetarian dinner. Ready in just over 30 minutes!
Quinoa Spinach Power Salad is made with tender quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, and raisins dressed in a homemade lemon vinaigrette. Gluten-free and vegan too.
Curried Chickpea Stuffed Acorn Squash
Wholesome, hearty, curried chickpea stuffed acorn squash with curry flavours is the perfect vegan and gluten-free fall comfort food for your holiday dinner.
One Pot Red Kidney Beans are vegan, healthy, hearty, nourishing, and packed with plant-based protein. The perfect recipe for your dried kidney bean stash!
Stuffed Vegetables for Dinner
Stuffed Butternut Squash with Wild Rice
Healthy hearty and wholesome stuffed butternut squash with wild rice and mushrooms is an easy cozy vegetarian fall dinner or side. The best comfort food.
Vegetarian stuffed mushrooms are a delicious, flavorful, healthy, and nutritious appetizer. Plus, quick and easy to make in under 30 minutes including prep!
Baked Zucchini Boats with Marinara and Cheese
Baked zucchini with marinara and melted cheese is so quick and easy to make. It's vegetarian, gluten free, and packed with flavour. It's basically pizza but on a zucchini.
Vegetarian Pasta Dinner Ideas
Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle Pasta is a quick and easy, restaurant-worthy vegetarian dinner that is ready in just 30 minutes! Elevated comfort food at home.
Farfalle Pasta with Mushroom Rose Sauce
Farfalle pasta with mushroom rose sauce is creamy yet light, delicious and flavorful, and quick and easy to make in 20 minutes. Best comfort food dinner!
Stovetop Mac and Cheese with White Cheddar
Quick and easy, creamy stovetop mac and cheese with white cheddar is a delicious and comforting one pot 20-minute meal packed with three types of cheese.
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
Quick and easy Mediterranean orzo pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and herbs is tossed in a Greek lemon vinaigrette. Healthy, light and delicious.
Quick and easy mascarpone pesto pasta is the tastiest creamy pasta dish you'll ever make in under 15 minutes. It's the best weeknight dinner.
Spring Pesto Pasta with Asparagus
Spring pesto pasta with asparagus and chives is light and made with simple ingredients in under 20 minutes. Serve it hot for dinner or cold as pasta salad.
Cacio e pepe is a simple, authentic Italian pasta dish made with just four ingredients in 20 minutes. It's delicious, flavourful and easy to make.
Vegetarian Lasagna with Spinach
This Vegetarian Lasagna with Spinach is creamy, cheesy, and delicious. This classic Italian dish gets a meatless upgrade in this vegetarian version.
This Creamy Tomato Pasta is a simple and delicious meal made from scratch in 25 minutes with a cream and tomato based sauce that is rich and silky smooth.
Classic baked mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food - creamy, cheesy, and cozy, topped with a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It's quick and easy too.
This easy 10-minute vegan light and creamy avocado basil pesto spaghetti is loaded with avocado, basil, walnuts, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice.
Spaghetti Alfredo with Spinach and Mushrooms
10-minute creamy spaghetti alfredo with spinach, mushrooms and tomatoes is tossed in a smooth buttery and garlicky alfredo sauce with fresh parsley.
Hearty Vegetarian Soups for Dinner
Vegetarian Mushroom Barley Soup
Wholesome hearty vegetarian mushroom barley soup is healthy, filling, and so delicious. This one pot meal is easy to make with just 10 minutes of prep.
This vegetarian, hearty and filling, creamy Mexican corn soup is dense, bright, and full of flavour! It has all the warm and cozy vibes written all over it. Serve it with some butternut squash quesadillas.
Delicious and flavourful, light cream of broccoli soup is a silky smooth, creamy, and thick soup made healthier with no cream. Make it in under 25 minutes.
Indian-inspired, vegan, creamy coconut curry lentil soup is an easy and simple 30-minute pantry meal that is packed with spices for maximum flavour. Serve it as a soup or as a curry over some coconut rice.
Quick and Easy Vegetarian Ramen
Put down that cup of instant noodles and make fresh, quick and easy Vegetarian Ramen in minutes with fresh vegetables, noodles and authentic umami flavours.
One pot sweet potato soup is super silky, creamy and vegan, and packed with fall flavours. Make this quick and easy fall and winter soup in 30 minutes. Serve with some rosemary cornbread or pumpkin dinner rolls on the side.
Roasted Butternut and Cauliflower Soup
Creamy roasted butternut squash and cauliflower soup has all the fall soup feels and is vegan and gluten-free. Plus, it's super easy to make the roasted cauliflower and butternut squash in a sheet pan and then puree. Serve it with some quick and easy green onion dinner rolls or skillet dinner rolls.
Vegetarian peanut miso ramen with a creamy vegan soup base, is topped with noodles, vegetables, and a perfect soft-boiled egg. Make it in just 20 minutes.
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
Instant pot butternut squash soup is the perfect fall dish to cook in your pressure cooker - warm, cozy, comforting, and creamy. Make in 15 minutes.
Better than Takeout Vegetarian Recipes
There's nothing better on a hot day than a cold and refreshing vegan soba noodle salad, tossed with fresh vegetables and a delicious saucy dressing.
Say goodbye to takeout and make flavourful, Chinese restaurant-style vegetarian fried rice at home in 10 minutes, with fully customizable ingredients.
Better than takeout, quick easy stir-fried vegetarian chow mein is packed with vegetables and coated in a delicious savoury soy sauce. Make it in 15 minutes.
Quick and easy spring vegetable stir fry is made with delicious seasonal vegetables, packed with savoury and salty flavour, and takes 10 minutes to cook.
Stir-fried Rice Noodle Rolls with Peanut Butter Sauce
Better than takeout, quick and easy one pan stir-fried rice noodle rolls with peanut butter sauce is the best weeknight stir fry, ready in under 10 minutes.
Shanghai scallion oil noodles (葱油拌面) is a flavourful, simple noodle dish that is easy to make homemade with 6 ingredients in under 10 minutes.
Air Fryer Vegetable Stir Fry with Tofu
Simple air fryer spring vegetable "stir-fry" with tofu is the ultimate easy dinner ready in less than 10 minutes. It's healthy, vegan and gluten-free.
Cold Noodles with Peanut Butter Sauce
Easy vegan Shanghai style cold noodles tossed in peanut butter sauce with fresh vegetables and Asian seasonings, are flavourful and ready in 10 minutes.
Crispy Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Better than takeout, light and crispy fried vegetarian spring rolls are packed with a tender mushroom and cabbage vegetarian filling in a crunchy skin.
Shanghai Style Vegetarian Steamed Buns
Homemade Shanghai style vegetarian steamed buns is spongy with a juicy, flavourful bok choy and mushroom filling inside bursting with Asian flavours.
Vegetarian Pizza and Sandwiches
Roasted Broccoli Grilled Cheese
Take your grilled cheese game to the next level with Roasted Broccoli Grilled Cheese Sandwich made with broccoli, red peppers, cheddar, and mozzarella.
Garlic Mushroom Focaccia Pizza
Sheet pan garlic mushroom focaccia pizza with a thick pillowy and crispy crust is topped with sautéed garlic mushrooms, melty mozzarella and lots of basil.
The best egg salad sandwich is a quick and easy picnic classic loaded with perfect hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, a touch of dijon mustard and green onions.
Mushroom and Arugula Skillet Pizza
Easy and delicious homemade mushroom and arugula skillet pizza with a perfectly crispy pizza crust is topped with mushrooms, arugula, and mozzarella cheese.
Easy Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
Tomato bruschetta with balsamic glaze is an easy Italian appetizer topped with tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil and olive oil. Delicious, fresh and simple. The perfect light Super Bowl recipe.
This bright and colourful Greek salad hummus flatbread is perfect as an appetizer or a healthy lunch or snack.
Classic Roman Herbed Potato Pizza
Easy and simple yet flavourful classic Roman herbed potato pizza has a crispy thin crust with layers of tender potato tossed in olive oil and herbs.
Vegetarian Breakfast for Dinner
Spinach and Feta Quiche with Cauliflower Crust
Spinach and feta quiche is healthy and gluten-free with a keto cauliflower crust and savoury vegetarian filling. Serve for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Potato Galette with Arugula and Crème Fraîche
Potato galette with arugula and crème fraîche is a rich, light, and delicious savoury tart to serve for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. A total crowd-pleaser.
Vegetable frittata is a delicious breakfast or served at any time of the day. It's a one-pan meal that starts on the stove and moves to the oven. Totally customizable with your favourite veggies.
Shakshuka is a quick and easy, one-pan Middle Eastern classic with a savory saucy tomato-vegetable base and perfectly poached eggs on top.
Caprese Frittata is light and fluffy, laced with fresh basil and topped with melted mozzarella cheese and blistered balsamic tomatoes. Ready in 10 minutes!
Whether you are feeding your own family or entertaining a large number of guests, this vegetarian egg and potato breakfast casserole is a huge hit at brunch.
Looking for the perfect appetizer or light lunch? Try a tomato and mozzarella tart topped with basil and a drizzle of pomegranate molasses!
Make Ahead Tips for Vegetarian Dinners
- Make ahead instructions. You can make many of these vegetarian dinners ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can also prep the ingredients in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- How to store: Store any leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator or possible even in the freezer. Check the individual recipe for complete storing instructions and to see if the recipe is freezer-friendly.
- How to reheat: Most of the leftovers can be reheated on the stovetop over medium to low heat for about 5-10 minutes until warmed through, in the air fryer or the oven at 300F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through, or in the microwave in 20-second increments until warmed through. If heating from frozen, let it thaw first and then reheat.
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Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Beef and broccoli stir fry is a classic Chinese-American dish that is delicious, savory, and saucy. Tender and juicy beef is stir-fried with broccoli, smothered in a delicious velvety signature sauce packed with Asian flavors, and seasoned with fresh garlic and ginger. This hearty meal is total comfort food that is so much better and faster than ordering takeout. It's an easy weeknight family dinner that you can make in just 25 minutes.
Why You'll Love Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Super quick and easy. This stir-fry takes just 10 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to cook. It takes faster to make this than to order takeout and wait for your delivery to arrive. Plus, with a recipe this easy, it's perfect for beginner home cooks and advanced cooks alike.
- Better than takeout. With a home cooked recipe, you can feel good about knowing exactly what ingredients are going into your meals. Most Chinese beef and broccoli dishes that you order from a restaurant will contain MSG and sugar. Here, there is no MSG or sugar, plus you can opt for high-quality ingredients if you desire.
- Packed with nutrients. Broccoli is an excellent source of fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals (like iron, potassium, magnesium, and calcium). And the beef ensures you're getting all your meat-based protein too. This is a meal you will feel good about feeding to your family.
Ingredients
To make this easy and delicious beef and broccoli stir fry, you will need the following ingredients:
- beef - the beef is thinly sliced into 1-inch slices. I would recommend using beef flank steak or top sirloin steak.
- beef marinade - marinade the beef with a rub made out of ground black pepper, soy sauce, Shaoxing cooking wine (or mirin), cornstarch (or all-purpose flour), and olive oil.
- garlic
- ginger
- soy sauce
- vinegar
- sugar
- cornstarch - this thickens up the sauce. You can also replace it with all-purpose flour if you don't have any cornstarch on hand.
- sesame oil - this is optional but really takes the sauce to another level in terms of flavor. I highly recommend using sesame oil.
- olive oil - for the stir fry. You can replace this with any vegetable oil as well.
- broccoli florets
- white sesame seeds - to garnish on top when serving.
You will also need mixing bowls, measuring spoons, and a large wok or skillet (I used my cast-iron skillet).
How to Make the Best Chinese Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Marinate the beef. In a medium mixing bowl, combine beef with pepper, soy sauce, cooking wine, cornstarch and oil until evenly coated. Set the beef aside, allowing it to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Stir fry the beef. Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil sizzles. Add in the marinated beef and stir fry until nicely browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Sauté together until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer the beef mixture to a plate.
- Make the sauce. In another bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients until the sugar and cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
- Cook the broccoli. In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, broccoli and the sauce mixture. Cover the lid and let the broccoli simmer in the sauce until tender, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. The broccoli should be crunchy tender but still green.
- Assemble the stir fry. Return the beef to the skillet and stir well to combine. Cook for another minute until evenly coated with thickened sauce. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve immediately with steamed rice or fried rice.
Storing Instructions
- How to store: Beef and broccoli stir-fry can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in a covered pot or airtight container. It can also be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag to extend its shelf life by 3 months.
- How to reheat: Reheat any leftovers by heating some oil into a large wok or skillet on medium heat, and stir-frying for about 5 minutes until warmed through. Alternatively, you can reheat the dish in the microwave in 20-second increments until warmed through.
More Better than Takeout Recipes
- Kung Pao Chicken
- Spring Vegetable Stir Fry
- Shrimp Fried Rice
- General Tso's Chicken
- Healthy Lemon Chicken
- Baked Sesame Chicken
- Shanghai Style Fried Noodles
- Chicken Pad Thai
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Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos (Carnitas)
If you're looking for an easy and delicious slow cooker recipe, you've found the one: Mexican pulled pork tacos. Juicy and tender traditional Mexican carnitas are wrapped in corn tortillas, and topped with fresh onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. They are flavorful, savory, and a little spicy. Host a fiesta with a self-serve taco bar for friends and family to make their own tacos, and you'll see just how popular these slow cooker pulled pork tacos are. They are a total crowd pleaser that will disappear fast!
Why You'll Love Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos (Carnitas)
- Carnitas are a Mexican favorite. Carnitas, or slow cooker pulled pork, are a classic Mexican recipe that are often used in tacos, but they are also great to enjoy in other ways. If you have any leftover carnitas, you can eat it alone with Cilantro Lime Rice and beans, or use it as a filling in Burritos or a topping for Tostadas. great in tacos.
- The perfect combination of ingredients. The savory, tender pulled pork finds balance inside a tortilla when it meets fresh ingredients like onions, cilantro, and sour cream. Fresh jalapeños add a spicy kick if you can handle it, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice just finishes off these tacos so well.
- The slow cooker adds incredible depth of flavor. Mexican Ground Beef Tacos are a simple classic which can be whipped up in no time, but if you have some time to let your crockpot do its thing with this slow cooked pulled pork, you will upgrade your homemade taco game. As the carnitas slowly roasts in your slow cooker, the robust flavor is amplified-and the result is some amazing tacos. Check out our other Slow Cooker Recipes.
Ingredients
To make these delicious Mexican pulled pork tacos, you will need the following ingredients:
- pork - I would recommend boneless pork shoulder or baby back ribs for the most tender and juicy carnitas.
- vegetable oil
- salt and pepper
- onion
- seasoning - dried oregano, paprika, and garlic powder.
- water
To assemble the tacos, you will need:
- small tortillas - I used corn tortillas, but any type works especially wheat tortillas. I often make my own homemade flour tortillas - they are a lot easier to make than you think!
- white onion
- cilantro
- sour cream - optional
- jalapeño - optional for a spicy kick.
- lime wedges - for an extra squeeze of tang.
Tacos are extremely versatile and you can add in whatever toppings that you please. Try topping these with some Pico de Gallo or Guacamole for even more flavor.
How to Make the Best Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos (Slow Cooker Carnitas)
- Prepare the pork. Pat dry pork shoulder or ribs with paper towel completely and set aside. In a small bowl, stir well to combine oil with all the dry rub ingredients until smooth. Rub and spread onto pork until evenly coated. Spread chopped onions evenly inside a 6-quart slow cooker (or crockpot) and add water. Place pork on top of onions. If using ribs, you can stack them on top of each other.
- Slow cook and shred the pork. Cover and cook on 8-10 hours on the LOW setting or 4-6 hours on the HIGH setting until fork tender. Shred the pork by using two forks to pull the meat apart into small bite size and discard the bones (if using ribs).
- Crisp the shredded pork (optional). Add shredded pork along with some drippings from the slow cooker into a large skillet or frying pan. Spread evenly and heat over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until the juices evaporate and pork turns nicely brown and crispy.
- Heat the tortillas. Heat the tortillas according to the package instructions, or heat in an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat for 30 seconds per side. You can also heat it directly on a gas burner for a few seconds to get char marks on the edges.
- Assemble the tacos. Add 2-3 tablespoons shredded pork on each tortilla, topped with pan juices if desired, diced onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Add a dollop of sour cream (optional) and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, to taste.
Storing Instructions
- How to store: When storing tacos, you should always keep your tortillas and your meat separate-or else the tortillas can get soggy. Keep the pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- How to reheat: You can reheat leftover carnitas in a pan on the stovetop over medium heat. Add a splash of water if you want to keep the meat more saucy or leave the pan uncovered if you want to crisp up the pork. Reheat tortillas on a clean dry (unoiled) skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes. If they were stiff from being in the fridge, the heat will soften them.
More Taco Recipes
- 30 Best Mexican Recipes
- Easy Fish Tacos with Lime Crema
- Mexican Ground Beef Tacos
- Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema Slaw
- Vegan Chickpea Tacos
- Korean Beef Steak Tacos
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Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios
Fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios is a delicious and easy summer appetizer that you can make in just 10 minutes. It's fancy, sophisticated, and looks like a work of art. Toasted slices of French baguettes are topped with creamy tangy goat cheese, fresh juicy figs, a sprinkle of pistachios, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar or honey (depending on what flavor you are craving!). Perfect for snacking on or entertaining.
Why You'll Love Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios
- Fresh figs are the best. There is nothing that beats fresh figs, so if you see them pop up in your local market GRAB THEM. Actually, grab two boxes, because just as fast as they appear, they will quickly be out of season, leaving you longing for their return. They are fresh in season in the early summer and also in later summer or early fall. So make sure to get your fix before they are gone. We are getting our fix over here with a serving (or two) of fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios.
- The perfect combination of toppings. Figs are sweet, juicy, and perfect for snacking on as is, but I absolutely love pairing them with goat cheese. Something about the tangy and sweet flavours together never disappoints. Topped with pistachios for extra flavor, crunch, and color.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this delicious and easy fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios, you will need the following ingredients:
- French baguette - you need one baguette sliced into ¼-inch pieces (which should give you about 15-20 slices). Use store-bought to make life easier, or try your hand at making your own Homemade French Baguettes.
- figs - you will need fresh figs.
- goat cheese - you could substitute this with feta cheese, ricotta, or a vegan cheese that is easy to spread.
- pistachios - you could top these crostini with any nuts you have on hand (toasted to bring out the flavour!), but honestly I love the pop of colour the pistachios bring to this dish.
- olive oil
- salt and pepper
- balsamic vinegar or honey - If you have a sweet tooth, drizzle a bit of honey on the finished crostini. If, however, you're more like me and prefer a bit of contrast, balsamic vinegar is the way to go! OR better yet, a balsamic glaze -- try making your own (grab the super easy recipe here!). You can't imagine how good these taste, and I guarantee they will disappear quickly!
How to Make the Best Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios
- Toast the baguette. Place as many pieces of sliced baguette on a rimmed quarter sheet baking pan as you can fit. Drizzle with olive oil and salt. Bake in a 375 F preheated oven until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the crostini. Using a small spatula, spread about 1 tablespoon goat cheese on each crostini, covering most of the bread. Layer quartered figs on top of goat cheese. Sprinkle with toasted pistachios and season with a little sea salt and black pepper on each crostini.
- Serve. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or honey (or both!). Serve immediately.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to pick the best figs: When selecting figs at your local grocery store or farmer's market, make sure to pick ones that are plump and soft, with smooth skin (no cracks) and their stems still on.
- How to store fresh figs: Store fresh figs in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Make ahead? I would not recommend making these ahead as the creamy cheese will cause the toasted baguettes to start getting soggy if assembled and stored too long.
More Crostini Recipes
- Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
- Whipped Ricotta Crostini
- Pea and Ricotta Crostini
- Curried White Bean Crostini
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Greek Meatballs
Baked Greek meatballs are juicy and tender, flavorful and delicious, and quick and easy to make. They are packed with fresh dill, garlic, lemon, and feta for the best Mediterranean flavors. Plus, they make the perfect weeknight dinner taking just 30 minutes to make, including prep! Serve with a drizzle of tzatziki sauce and side of pita bread, or over rice and potatoes. The best part? You can make a big batch and freeze any leftovers for an easy freezer meal on a busy day.
Why You'll Love Greek Meatballs
- They are quick and easy. Meatballs are generally a go to weeknight meal over here because they are so easy to make. They typically take less than half an hour, and most times can be prepped ahead. Some of my other favorite meatballs for busy weeknights include: Swedish Meatballs, Italian Meatballs, and Sticky Honey Garlic Meatballs.
- They are packed with flavor. A twist on classic meatballs, these Greek-style meatballs (known as Keftedes) have added dill, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, and oregano, which incorporates amazing flavor into these meatballs. Plus, the feta adds a delicious and rich salty tang. These are a total crowd pleaser.
- They are oven-baked. Oven-baked meatballs are easier to cook and clean up after than pan-fried meatballs. You literally just roll them up and place then into the oven on a sheet pan. No flipping or turning required.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make these delicious baked Greek meatballs, you will need the following ingredients:
- ground beef - I recommend lean ground beef for these meatballs.
- breadcrumbs
- fresh dill
- garlic
- lemon - you will need some lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- ground cumin
- dried oregano - you can also use fresh oregano. Use double the amount if substituting with fresh.
- ground black pepper
- feta cheese
- egg
- tzatziki sauce - for drizzling on top when serving. Either homemade tzatziki sauce or store-bought works well. It's really easy to make your own tzatziki, and the flavor is unmatched with store-bought.
You will also need a mixing bowl and large half sheet baking pan.
How to Make the Best Greek Meatballs
- Prepare the beef. In a large mixing bowl, combine beef with breadcrumbs, dill, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, oregano, pepper, feta cheese, and egg. Mix well to form into a uniform consistency. Set aside for 15 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
- Shape the meatballs. Take 2 spoonfuls of the beef mixture at a time and roll into meatballs. Transfer meatballs onto a parchment-lined half sheet baking pan and lightly coat with some cooking oil spray to keep them from sticking, if needed.
- Bake. Bake in a 400 F preheated oven for 15 minutes until fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 160F as read on a meat thermometer.
How to Cook Greek Meatballs in the Air Fryer
Preheat the air fryer to 375 F, about 3 minutes. Place meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil to coat evenly. Air fry the meatballs for 12-14 minutes until browned and the center of the meatball reaches 160 F as read on a meat thermometer. Shake the basket halfway during cooking to brown evenly.
How to Serve Greek Meatballs
Serve these delicious meatballs with a drizzle of Tzitaziki Sauce and a side of Pita Bread. You could even make a Greek Gyro Wrap using meatballs. Some other ways that you can serve Greek meatballs are over rice and Greek Lemon Potatoes, or with a Greek Salad and roasted vegetables.
Storing and Freezing Instructions
- How to store: Store any leftover Greek meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Allow the meatballs to cool to room temperate before storing.
- How to freeze: Meatballs freeze well both before and after baking.
- To freeze uncooked meatballs: Place the shaped meatballs on a large half sheet baking pan lined with parchment paper. Transfer the pan to the freezer and freeze until hard, about 1 hour. Then, transfer the meatballs into a freezer bag or freezer-safe airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To cook, allow the meatballs to thaw overnight in the refrigerator first, then cook as per recipe instructions on the stove.
- To freeze cooked meatballs: Once cooled, store the meatballs in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- How to Reheat: You can reheat Greek meatballs in the microwave, oven, air fryer or on the stovetop. For the best results, reheat at 350 F in the oven for 10 minutes, or in the air fryer for 5-10 minutes.
More Meatball Recipes
- Swedish Meatballs
- Sticky Honey Garlic Meatballs
- Italian Meatballs
- Lion's Head Chinese Meatballs
- Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Baked Turkey Meatballs
- Vegetarian Meatballs
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60 Best Memorial Day Recipes
Memorial Day long weekend means that it's the official kick off to summer. And like most celebrations, it's all about the food. So if you are wondering what to make for a Memorial Day summer cookout or BBQ, then you have come to the right place. I am sharing over 60 of the best and most popular Memorial Day recipes including all the classics as well as some new fun summer recipes to try. From burgers and fries, smokey grill recipes, fresh summer salads, delicious dips, cool refreshing desserts, and more, I have got you covered.
Most Popular Memorial Day Recipes
Classic Juicy Hamburgers
Better than the steakhouse, these classic juicy hamburgers are perfectly seasoned, so flavourful and delicious. A go to Memorial Day recipe. You can also try your hand at homemade hamburger buns to serve these patties in.
Italian Pasta Salad
Italian pasta salad is delicious, wholesome, and easy to make. Make it up to three days ahead for your summer picnics and cookouts. You can't get more classic than Italian Salad on Memorial Day!
Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Easy Greek chicken souvlaki skewers marinated in garlic, fresh herbs, lemon and bay leaves for that classic Mediterranean flavour. Grill in under 15 minutes. Serve alongside some easy homemade tzatziki sauce or turn them into Greek chicken gyros wrapped in pita bread. One of my favorite Memorial Day recipes!
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Buttery and salty grilled corn on the cob with beautiful char marks, delicious flavor, and the best texture is the easiest recipe to throw on the grill.
Lobster Rolls
New England Lobster Rolls are a classic sandwich loaded with fresh lobster meat. Make them in just 10 minutes and serve them all summer long.
Strawberry Lemonade
Homemade strawberry lemonade is refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make. This sparkling summer drink is loaded with fresh strawberries and lemon.
Classic Coleslaw
Fresh, crisp, classic coleslaw salad is a must-have recipe for a summer barbecue or picnic, or as an easy make-ahead lunch. Make it in less than 10 minutes.
Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
Mediterranean turkey burgers are tender, juicy, and delicious, loaded with garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice. The perfect summer weeknight meal.
Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs
Slow cooker BBQ ribs are juicy, saucy, and tender -- the meat literally falls right off the bone. Add this easy recipe to your list of crockpot recipes.
Banana Pudding
No bake banana pudding parfaits are creamy, delicious, and sweet, with layers of homemade vanilla pudding, freshly sliced bananas, and wafer cookies.
Burgers and Fries
These Salmon Burgers made with real fresh salmon, are crispy on the outside and flaky inside, juicy and thick, and healthy and packed with protein.
Homemade vegetarian black bean burgers are thick, hearty, flavorful, and delicious. They are easy to make with the best texture (no mushy burgers here!).
Delicious, moist and juicy Mediterranean chicken patties have everything you want in one bite: protein, veggies, herbs, and they're quick and easy to make.
Super juicy and flavourful rosemary thyme quarter pound burgers made with fresh herbs add such an incredible depth of flavour. Just 10 minutes of prep work.
These Thai Turkey Burgers topped with a crisp and creamy slaw are loaded with fresh and bright flavors, healthy and delicious, and quick and easy to make.
These 15-minute fish burgers with creamy slaw are juicy, flakey, and packed with flavour. So easy that it's the perfect summer weeknight meal!
Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers
Greek-style spinach and feta turkey burgers are tender, juicy, and flavourful, loaded with spinach, feta and fresh Mediterranean herbs and is so easy to prep. Serve it with tzatziki sauce.
Veggie Burgers with Lima Beans
You don't need to be vegetarian to enjoy protein-packed, juicy and flavourful homemade veggie burgers with lima beans.
Super crispy air fryer french fries are tender and fluffy on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Make this healthier french fry in just 12 minutes!
Baked Sweet Potato Wedges are crispy, delicious, flavorful. Serve as an appetizer or side dish. They are salty, savory, and sweet, with a hint of spice.
Baked Potato Wedges are crispy outside and soft inside - exactly what you want from a potato wedge but without frying! Cook in the oven or air fryer.
Grilled Skewers and Kebabs
Grilled Balsamic Chicken Kabobs are a delicious flavorful summer grill staple marinated in a balsamic sauce, skewered with vegetables, and grilled or baked.
Garlic shrimp skewers are delicious and full of fresh flavor. These quick and easy kabobs can be grilled, baked or air fried for an easy summer dinner.
Easy Greek souvlaki beef shish kebabs are marinated in a garlicky lemony olive oil marinade and threaded with fresh vegetables. Cook on the grill or oven. Serve them wrapped inside some quick and easy pita bread.
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple
Juicy and tender teriyaki chicken skewers with pineapple, bell peppers and red onions are sticky, sweet, savoury, and tangy. So flavourful and delicious. Serve over some steamed rice or easy coconut rice.
Juicy and tender grilled cajun shrimp skewers are garlicky, lemony, and packed with flavour with a cajun marinade. Ready in under 30 minutes including prep. Serve it with a fresh Mediterranean chickpea wedge salad on the side.
Juicy and tender, Xinjiang spicy cumin lamb skewers with a bold cumin and cayenne marinade, are so flavourful and easy to make on the grill or air fryer. Serve it with a fresh Chinese garlic cucumber salad on the side.
Grilled Orange Chicken Skewers
Flame-kissed, sticky and saucy, grilled orange chicken skewers with a rich, citrus-based marinade are delicious, juicy and so tender. Best summer weeknight dinner ever. Serve with a side of 10-minute vegetarian fried rice or noodles.
Juicy and tender Korean chicken skewers are packed with bold flavors bringing sweet, savory, and spicy your dinner table. The best summer weeknight dinner.
Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Better than takeout, easy to make tender chicken satay skewers with coconut marinade and homemade peanut dipping sauce is savoury, sweet, tangy, and nutty. Serve it over some delicious easy coconut rice.
Quick and easy, grilled Greek lamb souvlaki skewers are marinated in a simple Mediterranean marinade for just 30 minutes. Serve with some tzatziki sauce. Serve over top of some rice pilaf with carrots and Greek salad on the side. So delicious.
Persian Saffron Chicken Kebabs (Joojeh Kabob)
Quick and easy, classic Persian saffron chicken kebabs (joojeh kabob) is marinated in a simple saffron and lemon marinade for that classic Iranian flavour. Make it a full on Persian dinner with Basmati rice with saffron and Persian Shirazi salad with cucumber and tomato.
Easy, garlicky and buttery grilled shrimp boil with prawns, corn, baby potatoes and sausage, seasoned and tossed with parsley takes just 20 minutes to cook. Throw some whole potatoes on the grill too and serve this with some BBQ chicken stuffed baked potatoes.
Summer Salads
Greek Pasta Salad is quick and easy, loaded with Mediterranean flavors, and delicious. Serve it at a summer cookout or potluck, or meal prep weekly lunches.
This creamy cucumber salad is the easy, refreshing snack and side dish your summer cookouts have been missing. Make it ahead with just 5 minutes prep. Another one of the classic Memorial Day recipes.
Classic macaroni salad is a creamy and delicious pasta salad that is easy to throw together. It's the perfect side to bring to a summer potluck or BBQ.
Take fresh-off-the-grill corn on the cob and turn it into a light, flavourful summer corn salad, topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and cheese.
Easy homemade potato salad is loaded with baby potatoes, eggs, and green onions and tossed in a mayo sauce and is a go-to for summer barbecues and picnics.
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
Quick and easy Mediterranean orzo pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and herbs is tossed in a Greek lemon vinaigrette. Healthy, light and delicious.
Watermelon feta salad with cucumbers and mint is a simple and delicious refreshing summer salad that you can toss together in 5 minutes.
Loaded with fresh ingredients, strawberry avocado salad with poppy seed dressing is the ultimate summer salad -- light, vibrant, fresh, sweet, and tangy.
This Summer Citrus Salad is delicious, tangy, and colorful. It's loaded with fresh fruit including oranges and grapefruit tossed in a citrus dressing.
Chickpea Greek salad is a fresh, healthy, vibrant, and colorful salad, packed with traditional Mediterranean ingredients, superfoods, and nutrients.
Creamy broccoli slaw salad is healthy, delicious, and flavourful. It's packed with crunchy vegetables, salty feta, sweet raisins, and a creamy dressing.
Take a bite into this refreshing, gluten-free quinoa and spinach salad bursting with colourful tomatoes, cucumbers and raisins.
Mediterranean Chickpea Wedge Salad
Mediterranean chickpea wedge salad combines chickpeas, crunchy vegetable toppings, and hummus dressing for a delicious deconstructed falafel flavour.
Shrimp taco salad with cilantro lime dressing is flavourful, delicious, and easy to make. It has all the fixings and of shrimp tacos, but without the mess.
This Summer Fruit Salad is colorful, delicious, and naturally sweet (no processed sugar!). It's easy to make with fresh fruit tossed in a homemade dressing.
Meaty Dishes
These sweet and sticky honey garlic chicken wings are baked or air fried until crispy and tossed in a honey garlic sauce. So crave-worthy and so easy to make.
Better than the steakhouse, the best tender and juicy ribeye steak with a perfect seared crust is garlicky, buttery and packed with so much flavour. Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and easy air fryer asparagus. Or, why not make your meal a full on surf and turf with lobster tails... um yes please!
Sweet and sticky, baked BBQ chicken wings are perfectly crispy, so delicious, and smothered in barbecue sauce. They are the perfect summer appetizer. Plus, you can easily adapt them for the grill.
Air fryer short ribs are crispy, flavorful, and delicious. The easy marinade ensures they're tender and juicy inside, while the air fryer makes them crispy.
Baked miso garlic chicken wings are crispy, delicious, and easy to make. They're marinated in a savoury Asian marinade, and cooked in the oven or air fryer.
Summer Side Dishes and Snacks
Easy Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
Tomato bruschetta with balsamic glaze is an easy Italian appetizer topped with tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil and olive oil. Delicious, fresh and simple. It's one of my favourite Easter appetizers of all time.
Stovetop Mac and Cheese with White Cheddar
Quick and easy, creamy stovetop mac and cheese with white cheddar is a delicious and comforting one pot 20-minute meal packed with three types of cheese.
Mexican street corn (elote) is a delicious corn on the cob loaded with a cheesy sauce elevated with cilantro and lime. Creamy, cheesy, spicy, and flavorful.
Classic deviled eggs are a simple, easy, and healthy appetizer to make when you need something quick for brunch, picnics, barbecues, potlucks, or Easter.
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus and Melon
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus and melon are salty, sweet, and juicy. They are easy to make with a handful of simple ingredients, then cooked on the grill.
Oven-roasted corn on the cob with homemade garlic butter is buttery, juicy, crunchy, and perfectly charred on the outside - without a grill. You could also adapt this recipe for the grill.
Chicken nachos are an easy to make when you're craving something filling, crunchy, cheesy, and satisfying. Perfect game day appetizer or late-night snack.
Savoury Dips
Warm, rich, creamy baked spinach dip is a delicious and easy appetizer that is baked until warm and melty. Easy to make ahead and a total crowd pleaser. It's one of my favourite Memorial Day recipes.
This easy and delicious 7 layer dip is the perfect dip to serve at your next party, made with layers of beans, guacamole, salsa, cheese, and more.
Incredibly tasty, this easy and basic guacamole takes less than 5 minutes to make. It is the perfect dip for a Mexican-inspired Super Bowl party.
Smooth creamy roasted red pepper hummus is a delicious, flavourful, vegan + gluten-free dip. This healthy appetizer is easy to make with a few ingredients.
Caramelized onion dip is creamy, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. This easy appetizer is perfect for entertaining, on game day, or for a snack.
Easy 5-minute pico de gallo chunky salsa is packed with fresh tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime juice (and optional jalapeños for a spicy kick).
Light and airy, whipped ricotta dip is so easy to make in just 5 minutes with a few fresh ingredients including fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic, and honey.
Whip up classic smooth and creamy hummus dip at home in just 5 minutes, by combining chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic in the blender. Serve it with veggies or crackers, or use it in a vegan hummus wrap.
Homemade queso Mexican cheese dip is smooth, creamy, delicious, flavorful, and so easy to make. It's so much better than store-bought in every way. One of the most satisfying Memorial Day recipes.
Baba ganoush is a creamy, roasted eggplant dip mixed with garlic and tahini for an explosion of flavour! It is perfect served with pita chips or veggies.
Easy Tzatziki Sauce (Cucumber Yogurt Dip)
Light and fresh, easy tzatziki sauce is a creamy yogurt cucumber dip packed with fresh cucumbers, garlic, dill, lemon juice and olive oil. So easy to make.
Smooth and creamy pesto hummus is a healthy, delicious and flavourful dip that is easy to make in just 5 minutes. It's vegan and gluten-free.
Memorial Day Desserts and Drinks
Strawberries and Cream Popsicles
It is time to say good-bye to the store-bought stuff and make strawberries and cream popsicles at home using fresh fruit and Greek yogurt! You can't have a collection of Memorial Day recipes without cool and refreshing popsicles.
There's truly nothing like a homemade Funnel Cake: a crispy jumble of crispy vanilla-tinged batter fried and topped with a powdered sugar, and served warm.
This braided lattice apple pie is packed with cinnamon apples tossed in a caramel sauce and sealed in a buttery, flaky pie crust with a braided lattice top. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Smooth, sweet and refreshing 3-ingredient peach sorbet can be made with just a few minutes prep and without an ice cream maker! It's dairy-free and vegan.
Homemade Lemonade is a fresh summer drink with the perfect balance of tart and sweet. It is easy to make from scratch with only 3 simple ingredients!
Classic New York Cheesecake is stunning, delicious, rich, and creamy. Plus, it's surprisingly easy to make from scratch - even for beginners!
S'mores Cookies are chewy, gooey, and nostalgic, loaded with marshmallows, chocolate, and Graham crackers - and no campfire required. Quick and easy too!
Individual apple crisp are served in ramekins so that you and your guests can enjoy single-sized servings meaning you will get the crunchy corners of crumble all to yourself. Add a big scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for maximum happiness.
This 2-ingredient Watermelon Sorbet is easy to make, healthy, all-natural and vegan. Make this homemade frozen treat with no ice cream maker required!
Smooth and creamy no churn vanilla ice cream with strawberry jam + toasted peanuts is easy to make, no ice cream maker required and better than storebought.
Homemade peach iced tea is healthy summer drink - refreshing, peachy, sweet, and perfect. It's loaded with real fruit and vitamins and easy to make.
Soft and fluffy lemon sweet rolls are filled with a lemon vanilla sugar and topped with homemade lemon cream cheese icing. They're sweet, citrusy, and tart.
This 3-ingredient Strawberry Sorbet is a refreshing, healthy, vegan, and gluten-free frozen treat to enjoy on a hot day. Plus, no ice cream maker required!
Easy homemade apple hand pies/turnovers are the perfect fall treat -- stuffed with tender apples and cinnamon and wrapped in crispy, flakey, buttery crust.
Rice Krispies Treats are a classic dessert loved by all. These chewy, crunchy, sticky-sweet treats are easy to make from scratch using just 3 ingredients!
This blackberry milkshake is thick, creamy, and smooth. You won't believe how quick and easy it is to make at home with 3 ingredients in under 5 minutes.
Memorial Day Summer Kick Off Party Tips
- Plan your menu ahead of time. You can prepare many of these grilling recipes and summer recipes ahead of time. Some actually do need to be marinated in advance, some can stored in an airtight container for a few days at room temperature or in the refrigerator, and some can even be frozen, according to recipe directions.
- Prep your ingredients as much as possible. Once you have decided on what you are going to serve on Memorial Day, you can try and prepare as much as you can ahead of time. For instance, chop up ingredients, prepare salads and store the dressing separately in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
- Set the table the night before. Planning a fun summer backyard party? Get out all your summer plates from the storage and set your table in advance, or have it all ready to set on Memorial Day. It's one less thing to worry about.
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Fudgy Brownies
Fudgy brownies are rich, sweet, moist, and decadent. Whether you're looking for a dessert to bring to the potluck or a late-night chocolate snack to indulge in, these brownies will do the trick. They're easy to make in one bowl and ready in about 30 minutes. You can prepare them ahead of time, wrap them individually, or eat them hot out of the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (my favorite!). However you enjoy them, you will love them.
Why You'll Love Fudgy Brownies
- Gooey, fudgy texture. These fudgy brownies get their texture from the perfect ratio of ingredients. By adding in a little less flour and cocoa powder than my classic brownies, it will keep them super fudgy. Plus, the bake time also plays a role. If you bake the brownies for 25 minute, you will get extra fudginess, or bake for 30 minutes for a more cakey texture.
- Rich and chocolatey. These brownies are packed with real chocolate and cocoa powder, giving you double the richness and flavor. You can also add in a handful of chocolate chips on top at the end for extra chocolate because why not?
- Minimal clean up. One of my favorite parts of this recipe is that it is a one bowl brownie recipe, which means that there are less dishes to clean. I mean, why clean more dishes if you don't have to?
Ingredients
To make these easy one bowl fudgy brownies, you will need the following ingredients:
- semi-sweet chocolate - use coarsely chopped chocolate or chocolate chips.
- butter
- sugar - both granulated sugar and brown sugar.
- eggs
- vanilla extract
- all-purpose flour
- cocoa powder
- salt
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl, hand mixer, silicone spatula, and 9-inch square baking pan.
How to Make the Best Fudgy Brownies
- Prep the pan. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper so that it hangs over two sides to make it easy to life the brownies out of the pan when baked.
- Melt the chocolate. Melt the chocolate with butter in a medium heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Make sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water, or you will burn the chocolate. Whisk until melted and smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients. Remove from heat and add sugars into the chocolate mixture and whisk until completely combined. Let the chocolate mixture cool for a few minutes. Add in eggs and vanilla, and beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. This will ensure that the brownies have a classic crinkly top. Add in flour, cocoa powder, and salt and fold together using a large spatula until just combined. Transfer the thick batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with moist a few moist crumbs attached. For a super fudgy brownies, bake for 25 minutes. For a cakey brownies, bake for 30 minutes.
- Serve. Once the brownies are done, remove the baking pan from the oven and place it on a wire cooling rack. Once cooled completely, lift it out of the pan and cut into squares. Or grab a spoon and enjoy it hot out of the pan with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- How to make a larger batch: To make a larger batch, double the recipe and pour the batter into a 9x13-inch casserole pan, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- How to customize: You can add in extra chocolate chips or nuts on top before baking. After baking, you can add a drizzle of Salted Caramel Sauce on top.
- How to store: Fresh brownies keep the best at room temperature for up to two days in an airtight container. You can extend their lifespan by putting them in the refrigerator for up to one week, but you may lose some of the delicious fudgy texture. Reheat in the microwave for 10-20 seconds for best results.
- How to freeze: Free cooled brownies in a freezer bag or airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours or at room temperature before serving.
More Chocolate Dessert Recipes
- Moist Chocolate Cupcakes
- Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
- Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Double Chocolate Loaf Cake
- Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- Caramel Cheesecake Brownies
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Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Quick and easy strawberry banana smoothie is the perfect breakfast on the go or refreshing snack to get you through the day. It's fruity, delicious, and packed with nutrients. The best part? You can literally whip up in just a minute or two. Talk about convenient!
Why You'll Love Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- It's quick and easy. This recipe literally takes a minute or two to make. You require just 4 simple ingredients and a blender. You could even prep the ingredients in advance and store them into individual portions in the freezer. Then just take your portioned amount and blend it up in seconds.
- Provides a healthy energy boost. This perfect combination of strawberry and banana will leave you feeling refreshed and sustained with that extra energy boost you need to get through the rest of the day. Plus, it's packed with vitamins (hello Vitamin C!) and minerals making it pretty good for you.
- No added sugar. This homemade smoothie contains just fruit and milk. It has no added sugar or sweeteners, unlike many store-bought smoothies which typically contains quite a bit of sugar and possibly artificial flavors.
Ingredients and Substitutions
To make this easy and delicious strawberry banana smoothie, you will need the following ingredients:
- banana - use a ripe banana for the best flavour and sweetness.
- strawberries - I like to use fresh strawberries when they are season. You can also substitute with frozen strawberries.
- almond milk - You can substitute this with any kind of milk Keep it vegan by using oat milk or cashew milk, or if not sticking to a vegan diet, feel free to use dairy milk.
- ice
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, you can also add in a little honey to taste, or some fruit juice.
How to Make the Best Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Like most smoothies, this strawberry banana smoothie is so easy to make. You literally throw all 4 ingredients into the blender, blend together for less than a minute, and pour yourself a refreshing glass of homemade smoothie (with no added sugar or artificial flavors!).
How to Serve Smoothies
Enjoy a glass of this smoothie on its own or add some toppings for a bit more bulk. I love adding in granola, seeds, or sliced fruit.
More Smoothie Recipes
- Majoon (Banana and Date) Smoothie
- 5-Minute Super Berry Smoothie Bowl
- Healthy Mango Yogurt Smoothie
- Healthy Fall Apple Pie Smoothie
- Blueberry Milkshake
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