Still recovering from the nightmare of being force-fed stinky and bitter boiled brussels sprouts as a child? Never fear - these Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon will turn even the most adamant brussels sprouts hater around. Brussels sprouts really shine when oven roasted - crisp and caramelised on the outside and tender on the inside. Not to mention how simple it is - throw everything on a tray in the oven for 25 minutes and viola!...

While they might not appear especially riveting sitting in their simple plastic bag, lentils will surprise you. I like to compare them to the YouTube videos of celebrity musicians playing in subway stations in disguise. Judge them by their appearance only, and you’ll miss a star opportunity. Humble as it seems, the lentil is a total diva when it comes to nutritional prowess and culinary possibility. Lentils are loaded with vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, protein, and fiber....

These air fryer French fries are super crispy and have a wonderful crunch as you bite into them. Nobody likes soft, soggy fries. These fries won’t disappoint, I guarantee it. After trying these it will be very hard to go back to restaurant fries. No mess, no grease, no extra added calories. These fries are as healthy as they can get and they taste better than traditional fries. How thick to cut your potatoes I experimented with three thickness levels: 1/4″, 3/8″ and 1/2″....

Eclairs, elephant ears, and Eskimo pie shouldn’t be forgotten! So in this article we pay tribute to the desserts that start with E. Here is a list of all things delicious that start with the letter E. 1. Eclairs An eclair is like a fancy donut. It’s delicious choux pastry shaped into a tube by piping the dough. It’s then baked and filled with cream and topped with chocolate icing....

Are you always looking for easy, healthy dinner sides like me? Enter this step-by-step guide for how to cook asparagus in the oven. My method for this oven roasted asparagus recipe is both super simple and super delicious! And that is always a good thing when it comes to dinner, right? I think this oven baked asparagus recipe is one of the best ways to cook asparagus, because the cooking method is really easy (roasting is so simple) and the seasonings are very basic (with some variations included below)....

I think I might have a banana addiction. I just can’t quit it. I’m not entirely sure that there is a more perfect fruit out there. Not only does it taste great on it’s own, but it lends itself so well to recipes as a natural sweetener. And once I added it to oatmeal I could never go back to my old tasteless porridge that needed six tablespoons of sugar to remove the cardboard taste....

Looking to make the most of fresh corn season? Don’t forget to also check out my Brazilian Sweet Corn Cake, Sweet Corn Risotto and Curau (Brazilian Corn Pudding). I’ve been wanting to post this recipe for a few years now! But every time I made elotes, they vanished within seconds without time to snap photos. I had my first elote in NYC, shortly after moving there, when I went out drinking with some friends....

Today we are taking a break from all the healthy recipes to talk about cheese. And not any cheese – the best kind – fried cheese! Okay, okay. My last Cauliflower Gratin post was full of cream, cheese and bacon, so not exactly what some people would consider healthy. But it had cauliflower, which we already established as the new trend in the healthy world! So that counts, right? But this time I can’t even defend the indulgence of these fried cheese curds....

Colorful orange, green, and red bell peppers stuffed with rice, seasoned ground meat, feta, and chickpeas, this Mediterranean twist on my master Stuffed Peppers recipe offers every food group in a single forkful. Vegetables. Tender baked bell peppers are the vehicle, and tomatoes help make the filling juicy. Lean Protein. Ground meat (use lean ground beef, bison, or lamb for a traditional flavor) and chickpeas make these peppers filling.Whole Grains....

When the leaves start to turn an array of beautiful colors, and there’s the first chill in the air, turn to the welcoming arms of these healthy pumpkin recipes. Pumpkin on its own is mild, meaning its flavor can blend beautifully with a myriad of other ingredients. Pumpkin is healthy and versatile. This list includes everything from a milkshake to soup! If you want a healthy pumpkin recipe for breakfast, it’s here!...

Say hello to your newest snack addiction - homemade baked pita chips. We almost always have a pack of pita bread on hand for easy wraps (hello Greek Chicken Gyros) and making crispy pita crisps is a great way to use up any leftovers. Pita chips are incredibly easy to make, and once you try them I’m sure you’ll be making them again and again. They’re a great blank canvas to build on....

This Honey Roasted Almonds recipe will turn that pack of raw almonds in the pantry into an absolutely irresistible snack! These sweet and salty almonds are perfect for a treat in lunchboxes, a 3pm pick-me-up or for nibbles at parties. All you need is 4 simple ingredients and they can be made in the oven or the air fryer. It doesn’t get much easier than this! INGREDIENTS Here’s what you’ll need to make these honey roasted almonds at home (measurements listed in the full recipe at the bottom of this page)…...

That’s why I always have some canned green beans stored in my pantry as a back-up. But I don’t just heat the green beans and call it a day – that’s a waste of time and money. Just because we’re using canned beans doesn’t mean we have to suffer through the undesirable canned flavor. There are lots of ways to make bland and boring canned beans taste fresh and fantastic....

Sure, strawberry sauces are always available in grocery stores, but nothing beats homemade, so why not make your own? A strawberry glaze has endless uses, so it’s definitely worth the effort… not that it requires a lot. This recipe only calls for 3 ingredients and comes together in just 20 minutes! It’s amazing how such a basic recipe can make any simple dessert extraordinary. And once you’ve tried it, I guarantee that you will never go back to store-bought syrup ever again....

When it comes to sides, there’s nothing like some good old mashed potatoes. They’re super simple to make but also super delicious and an excellent pair for many main dishes. But, not all mashed potatoes are created equal. I love mine to be rich, smooth, buttery, and most importantly, thick! Nobody likes soggy, soupy mashed potatoes. But if you’ve made them a little too runny for your taste, don’t worry!...

If you ask me to define what a tartine is, I would tell you that it’s simply a fancy way of saying “toasted bread with all sorts of yumminess on top.” If you want me to get technical, I’d go further to say that tartines: Are versatile open-faced sandwiches from France that can be topped with a variety of toppings.Always start with a base of lightly toasted bread, preferably a high-quality sourdough....

There’s nothing quite like starting your day with a warm, buttery, syrupy plate of goodness. And as the title suggests, we’re talking about good ol’ French toast—a soft, sweet classic that melts in your mouth and tickles your taste buds. Whether you like it hot and sweet on a cold weekend or warm and savory on a lazy Sunday afternoon, French toast is a dish that never disappoints. I’m especially excited about this recipe because we’re recreating the one and only – IHOP French Toast....

Instant Pot Beef Pho recipe makes everyone’s favorite classic Vietnamese soup recipe SO easy to make at home! 🍜 Using the instant pot, you no longer have to spend hours making beef pho! It’s ready in just 45 minutes! My Instant Pot Beef Pho is sure to become one of your favorite recipes! Best Pho Recipe This is one of my favorite instant pot recipes and I couldn’t wait to share it with all of you!...

This recipe is an adaptation of my Crock Pot Beef Stew. Beef stew is one of my absolute favorite recipes to make on a chilly, cloudy day (same with this Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup). I love it when I can prep the beef stew early in the day, then take pleasure in allowing the meat to cook low and slow for hours until it is so fall-apart tender, it slices with a spoon....

This easy Instant Pot chicken noodle soup is a recipe to revitalize your spirits. If you’re feeling run down, it will give you comfort and respite.If you are feeling optimistic, it will keep your momentum strong.And if you’re somewhere in between, it will tip the scale in your favor. Its breezy 15-minute prep time means we can spend less time cooking and more time doing the things we love (like eating chicken noodle soup with a side of No Knead Focaccia)....