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Veggies, beans, chicken broth, seasonings, pasta, and kale (or spinach if you prefer) are simmered until tender, then topped with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese! Tuscan-style soup is a budget-friendly addition to any table! Why We Love this Soup This White Bean soup is so easy to make, and can be ready in less than 30 minutes! I love this soup because you can add almost anything to it! Toss in any fresh or canned vegetables you have, or even leftover roasted vegetables....

This White Chicken Karahi recipe is an amazing day-saver and even a face-saver. When you have no time to cook or you have unexpected guests or you have been out the whole day and you don’t want to order food because you want home-cooked food. This easy recipe of white karahi never disappoints on such occasions. And, did I tell you that kids love it? If you invest in a karahi here are other recipes to make in karahi like Lamb karahi, Tikka karahi , white chicken korma and Paneer Reshmi Handi....

No turkey? No problem! Sub in sausage or chicken! This white bean turkey chili recipe is as simple as tossing your ingredients into the Crockpot and walking away. This creamy stew-like soup is perfect with cornbread and a classic wedge salad. Perfect for Leftovers White Turkey Chili is the best way to use up leftovers! Got leftover turkey from the holidays? Toss it in! Leftover veggies from a stir fry?...

Why isn’t my gelatin setting? Setting a souffle or salad with gelatin was always an uncertain thing for me. Sometimes, it would set just right, and sometimes it won’t. After many good and bad experiences ( all dreaded once), I learned my lesson and I wish to share my lesson here. What is gelatin? Gelatin is simple stuff made from animal parts; skin, hooves, and bones. The science behind gelatin is that it’s a protein that sets upon cooling and liquefies upon heating....

The side dishes are just as important as the main dish for any turkey dinner feast. A holiday meal, while a lot of work, is actually easy to prepare with great recipes and lots of planning! The recipes below include Thanksgiving sides that will impress your guests from classic/traditional (like mashed potatoes and gravy) to space-saving crock pot versions and fun twists on the usuals! Classic Thanksgiving Dishes What are the most popular side dishes at Thanksgiving?...

Before that night, I was ethically against mixing sweet and savoury together. But that was before that night. That night, I learnt that sweet + savoury combinations have the potential to be insanely good - but only if all the flavours are balanced juuuuust right. Afghani Pulao/Kabuli Pilau just gets that combination ohhhhhh so right! The way the sweet, juicy raisins and carrots complement the savoury, moreish meat and the mellow, soft flavour of the spice-infused rice....

This recipe is simple to make and easy to prep ahead. Simply wrap Brussels in bacon and refrigerate until you’re ready to cook them. An Easy Air Fryer Appetizer Served with a little toothpick, these Brussels are so easy to eat and serve. Guests will love them! A sprinkle of brown sugar (or maple syrup) gives these a sweet and salty flavor, we can’t eat just one! Serve them with Chipotle Aioli, Homemade Garlic Aioli, or Chipotle Ranch Dressing for dipping and watch them disappear!...

Salmon filets are simply seasoned and cook in less than 10 minutes in the air fryer. They make a perfect weeknight meal! Serve these with a side of rice pilaf, or use them to top a salad or favorite pasta dish. We Love Salmon in the Air Fryer An air fryer saves time and cooks much faster than a traditional oven. It’s easy to prepare and cleanup is a breeze....

When you don’t have anything else in the fridge, you’ll be glad to have this Chinese meat sauce on hand for a quick, tasty meal! Packing in the Flavor Some people love having something salty on the table to spice up a dining experience, whether it’s a small dish of chili oil, or something as simple as soy sauce. This relish will do so much more than that! I’m choosing to call it an “all-purpose Chinese meat sauce,” but there’s a lot more in it than just meat!...

Avocados are pretty much one of my favorite things ever! They are healthy, rich and creamy! I add them to salads, spread them on crackers and eat avocado toast for breakfast at least a few times every week! I’ve been making Avocado Dressing & Dip forever… avocado is so velvety, it makes a perfect base for a dressing in place of mayonnaise! With summer here, I love meals that don’t require turning the oven on and cold pasta salads fit the bill perfectly....

Posted Jan 01, 2018, Updated Jun 17, 2024 Bake chocolate peanut butter oatmeal is a delicious make-ahead breakfast recipe that tastes like dessert. It’s like a peanut butter cup and a brownie got together and made the best breakfast ever. This chocolate peanut butter oatmeal recipe is not only delicious but it’s also nutritious! It’s gluten, dairy & refined sugar free and vegan-friendly! It’s also hearty, and is a perfect make-ahead breakfast recipe....

Layers of tender ziti noodles with a meaty zesty Italian sausage sauce and a cream creamy ricotta cheese layer. Top it all with a generous helping of mozzarella cheese and bake until bubbly! Ingredients for Baked Ziti Meat: Italian sausage adds great flavor to the sauce. Feel free to replace it with ground beef (or ground turkey). Sauce: This should be browned before adding to the casserole. Add more seasonings, spices (and some chili flakes for heat), and a tablespoon of olive oil for flavor....

This recipe turns a favorite banana bread recipe into a perfectly moist grab-and-go snack or a deliciously easy breakfast. Why We Love These Muffins They’re as yummy as our go-to banana bread but cook quicker and are easy to grab and go!These come out soft, moist, and flavorful with just the right amount of sweetness and the flavor resembles our favorite banana bread.This is a basic recipe that lends itself well to additions from nuts to chocolate chips....

A no bake graham crust is filled with layers rich toffee layer, bananas and whipped cream. This is a decadent dessert that is positively delicious. No Bake Banoffee Pie Banoffee is a British dessert that combines ‘banana’ and ‘toffee’ into one decadent treat! Combines sweet, sticky toffee with fresh bananas — a match made in dessert heaven. Quick and easy to whip up, this is a no-bake dessert. You only need a few simple ingredients....

While we often use whole fermented black beans in our cooking, a prepared sauce makes dinner prep that much more convenient. So if you’re looking to try black bean sauce but aren’t quite ready to buy a big bag of fermented black beans, give this recipe a go! Like many of our recipes, this one is flexible. You could apply this same cooking method to other proteins—pork, chicken, or pan-fried tofu—and adjust the recipe to meet the taste preferences of your family, or what you happen to have on hand....

With simple ingredients you likely have on hand, this is better than any restaurant garlic butter and going to become a staple in your home! Delicious Garlic Butter I absolutely love garlic butter, it’s delicious on bread, veggies and garlic toast. This garlic butter has a secret little ingredient, a dash of lemon juice, making it extra yummy! We make up big batches all of the time so I always have it on hand....

Posted Oct 18, 2020, Updated Nov 11, 2024 Everyone has their favorite holiday side dish – you know, the one that you go back for seconds (or thirds), even if you’re full. Sweet potato casserole is definitely my mine (along with homemade dinner rolls, roasted Brussels sprouts, candied yams, etc.). This sweet potato casserole recipe is is the best of the best. It’s silky smooth with rich fall spices and perfectly sweetened....

It may sound like a strange sort of dessert to Western ears, but believe me when I tell you that on some days, I’d take this over a slice of chocolate cake, and I LOVE chocolate cake. Black Sticky Rice & Mango: A Thai Combination The combination of mango and black sticky rice is common in Thailand, where the dessert is often a little drier than what you see here....

©SpendWithPennies.com As we all know, life can be very busy! With the kids activities, managing a house and working, there is never a wrong time for a great casserole! This one comes together in just a few steps and can be prepped in the morning before you head out the door. When you get home after a long day, all that’s left to do is pop dinner into the oven!...

Succulent broiled lobster tails are a decadent dish cooked in a simple garlic butter sauce with fresh herbs. Simple classic ingredients showcase the lobster’s naturally sweet and subtle flavor. An Easy Lobster Tail Dinner Prepared and served in the shell, broiled lobster tails are easy to make. Serve them on their own or alongside steaks for a surf and turf meal. Pair it with your favorite side dishes, from mashed potatoes to roast asparagus....