Whenever I go to potlucks, I love having a bowl of zucchini salad ready to go. This recipe is low carb, healthy and crazy simple to make. The vinaigrette is made from olive oil and lemon goes perfectly with the delicate taste of zucchini noodles. I love a good cold summer pasta salad (like my favorite Italian Pasta Salad) alongside my burgers at barbecues, but I try to balance with healthy sides if possible....
The Perfect Kid-Made After School Snack When I was eleven years old, my parents finally (“finally?”) deemed me and my sister old enough to stay home alone from when school let out at 2:45 to when they came home from work at 6:30. Before that, it was after school programs, and even a short stint with a Chinese nanny who would pick us up from school with her hair in hot rollers and a shower cap over her head (not great for a 3rd grader’s street cred)....
There is nothing quite like warm peach dumplings baking in the oven, filling your kitchen with an incredible aroma and then serving them warm with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream! They are comforting, delicious and absolutely crave-worthy! This recipe is likely to become one of your go-to recipes for an easy dessert at home with the family, or your next potluck or BBQ! While these might taste like you spent an entire day in your kitchen baking, this recipe will leave you with plenty of time to enjoy some time with your family!...
And so, I decided to revive the empanada, not just because it’s the Hotpocket’s way cooler cousin, but because we could all use a little bit of shameless gooey cheese and beef time in our lives every once in a while. Unbeknownst to my 7-year old brain is that when it comes to empanadas, there are two camps—the bakers and the fryers. A rudimentary search for recipes will yield great recipes for baked empanadas....
Bone in chicken pieces are marinated to tender perfection and tossed in a simple flour breading. With a light spritz of oil, the chicken cooks in an air fryer to crispy perfection. It is quick to make without the fuss of a deep fryer meaning less fat, calories, and mess with all of the flavors. Crispy Air-Fried Chicken I really love fried chicken for the skin and the juicy chicken....
Chunks of zucchini are tossed with a light bread crumb and parmesan topping and baked to crispy perfection. Ingredients for Air Fryer Zucchini Zucchini: Use fresh, medium-sized zucchini squash. If using extra large garden zucchini with thick skin, peel it and scrape out any seeds before dicing. Bread Crumbs: Panko breadcrumbs add crunch. Regular breadcrumbs can be used in place. Parmesan: Parmesan cheese adds great flavor. Seasonings: Dried herbs are added for flavor....
In this article, we’ll explain how to celebrate it, what you’ll need to carry out these 2,500 year old customs, and why it’s a holiday that we try to observe every year. What is the Qingming Festival? Anyone who’s ever seen the Disney movie Mulan (the original animated version, naturally) knows ancestor worship is a key component of Chinese culture and family life. You may have seen in Chinese homes portraits of grandparents and great-grandparents who’ve passed on, with incense and bowls of oranges, as a quiet way to pay respects, perhaps alongside a few statues of Chinese deities....
With both white and whole wheat flour, this apple cinnamon muffin recipe is packed with flavor and they smell as delicious as apple pie. What You’ll Need for Apple Muffins Apples: Choose apples that are tart and firm, such as Granny Smiths. Other great options include Pink Lady, Honeycrisp, or Fuji. PRO TIP: Peeling the apples isn’t necessary however I do prefer the texture with peeled apples. Flour: I use a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour in this recipe....
Asparagus stalks, peas, radishes, green onions, and toasted hazelnuts are tossed in a lemony vinaigrette and scooped onto butter lettuce leaves. Asparagus Salad Ingredients Asparagus – Look for firm stalks with tips that are slightly purple or pink. Break off the woody ends or use a potato peeler. Greens – Butterleaf lettuce (AKA Bibb lettuce) is smooth and cup-shaped which makes for an elegant presentation. Replace it with any blend of mixed greens....
This side dish is one of our favorite asparagus recipes and is great next to almost any meal. A Favorite Bacon Wrapped Side Bacon-wrapped vegetables are so tasty; what doesn’t go with bacon?They’re elegant and easy, and the combination of asparagus and bacon is a favorite!These asparagus bundles can be made up to 48 hours ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.Turn it into an appetizer by individually wrapping asparagus spears....
Tender green beans are wrapped in smoky bacon with a hint of brown sugar and roasted (or air fried) until golden. Green Beans Made Special Every dinner needs a veggie side, but bacon-wrapped green beans can also be served as an appetizer! As they roast, the beans and bacon caramelize adding lots of flavor. You can use frozen green beans in this recipe, they will need to be thawed first....
Posted Jun 23, 2021, Updated Mar 29, 2024 This baked pesto chicken recipe is an easy and delicious weeknight meal bursting with flavor! Chicken breasts are marinated in olive oil and pesto then topped with more pesto, a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection! If you’re looking for a way to use fresh basil from your garden, make this homemade basil pesto sauce and use it to whip up this pesto chicken!...
This is the perfect make-ahead dessert and a hit any time of year. An Easy Make-Ahead Dessert Homemade Banana Pudding is one of those desserts that everyone seems to love. There are many versions of this recipe including the famous Magnolia Bakery banana pudding (honestly SO good) but this recipe is a easy, quick, and delicious favorite! easy to make – no baking required prep ahead family favorite Ingredients for Banana Pudding Crust Layer – ‘Nilla Wafers cookies as the base....
Let me paint the picture for you: A Chinese-American family from New Jersey, a Cornell-educated guy from Jakarta, and his Polish wife, enjoying a uniquely L.A. experience of Korean and Mexican flavors in the old hutong’s of Beijing. GLOBALIZASHUNNNNN!!! Food & Globalization Food really is one of the most visible aspects of globalization, whether it’s Starbucks’ relentless march into malls and office buildings around the world, or a taco born of Californians looking to mix kimchi and queso fresco....
Posted Apr 07, 2024 BLTs are one of my family’s most-requested dinners. So, over the years I have dialed in how to make the most delicious, crave-worthy BLT Sandwich ever. Tangy mayonnaise is (generously) slathered on two pieces toasted bread, which are layred with a generous amount of bacon, tomato, lettuce, avocado salt and pepper. This crowd-pleasing BLT sandwich recipe is on our regular dinner rotation, because it’s easy to make in 20 minutes and totally customizable....
Posted Jun 30, 2021, Updated May 12, 2024 Mediterranean food is my absolute favorite. I love a great falafel, Greek meatballs, homemade tztzaki, and Greek Salad is my favorite kind of salad! This Greek Salad is loaded with fresh vegetables, crispy homemade pita croutons, creamy feta and the best from-scratch Greek dressing. It’s a dreamy mixture of bold flavors and textures that’s a delicious fresh and light meal served topped with grilled Greek chicken, or side dish....
Posted Feb 26, 2021, Updated Mar 06, 2024 We love meatloaf in our house, and this is the best meatloaf recipe ever. I promise you, just one bite will will turn a meatloaf skeptic into a meatloaf fanatic! This easy meatloaf recipe is a classic that your whole family will love. Best served with a side of mashed potatoes and roasted green beans, of course. In this post, I walk through all my tips and tricks from decades of experience to ensure you learn how to make meatloaf perfectly every single time....
Posted Sep 05, 2019, Updated May 07, 2024 I know that I’m making a bold clam when I say that this is the Best Pumpkin Pie recipe ever. But I wouldn’t say such a thing if I didn’t believe it was 100% true. Literally everyone who tries this Pumpkin Pie Recipe falls in love with it. It’s a beautiful blend of creamy, spicy sweet flavors that encompass all that is wonderful about fall....
Shredded Brussels sprouts, fruit, nuts, and cheese are tossed with a bright and tangy vinaigrette. A Crisp & Crunchy Salad Just prep, dress, and toss, Brussel sprout salad is delicious as a side or lunch. Raw Brussels sprouts taste similar to coleslaw mix but slightly sweeter. This salad recipe stays crispy and crunchy longer than regular greens, so it’s perfect to make a day ahead. Ingredients for Brussels Sprout Salad Brussels Sprouts – Many stores sell shaved Brussels sprouts but you can also shred raw whole Brussels sprouts yourself (directions below)....
Here are our favorite Brussels sprouts recipes of all time. Fun Facts Brussels sprouts can be used raw in recipes. They’re best shredded if eaten raw. Did you know how brussels sprouts grow? They grow on a tall stalk (up to 3 feet) with many little Brussels sticking out the sides that can be picked off. Many people refer to them as “Brussel sprouts” but they are actually called Brussels sprouts (with an s on the end of Brussels)....
