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Chewy Peppermint Chocolate CookiesChewy Peppermint Chocolate CookiesNovember 30, 2023 at 10:00AMA recipe for Chocolate Peppermint Cookies that are grain-free, paleo and made in one-bowl. They’re not short on delicious, sweet flavor though and are perfect for your next holiday get-together or Christmas cookie bake-off! I’ve always enjoyed the recipe development process. Sometimes more than others… I love experimenting in the kitchen but when it comes to precise measurements and exact times, that can be a little stressful! Thankfully I have 10+ years of experience so the precision of baking comes fairly easy to me now. Everyone loves getting fresh baked goods, right? It seems like everyone is craving connection these days and what better way to connect than over homemade cookies. If you live near me, don’t be surprised if a plate of these chocolate peppermint cookies show up on your doorstep with…

Sheet Pan Chicken FajitasSheet Pan Chicken FajitasNovember 29, 2023 at 05:21PMThis sheet pan chicken fajitas recipe comes together quickly for a delicious and healthy weeknight meal. Chicken tenders, a mix of bell peppers and onions are roasted to perfection and wrapped together into tortillas for a recipe the whole family will love. What Are Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas? Fajitas are a Tex-Mex dish typically made up of a stripped protein (usually chicken or beef) and stripped vegetables (bell peppers and onion) marinated in the flavors of a Mexican-inspired seasoning. They are then served in a flour or corn tortilla with toppings. Typically fajitas are made on the stove top or grill. This chicken fajita recipe is made on a sheet pan for simple cooking and easy clean-up. No grilling required! You’ll love this recipe because: Ingredients in Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas How to…

Sesame Soba NoodlesSesame Soba NoodlesNovember 29, 2023 at 05:07PMLooking for a delicious soba noodle recipe? Much like a stir-fry, these sesame soba noodles are a delicious meal eaten both warm or cold! Packed full of veggies and spice you will come back to this soba noodles recipe time and time again. Anyone else get tired of their usual stir-fry routine? I know I do! That’s why I’ve made it my mission to change it up by using buckwheat noodles (aka soba noodles) instead of my usual rice or wheat noodles. Soba noodles are so delicious and pack a ton of nutrition. They’re also a great base for stir-fry or this simple soba noodle salad. This hearty vegetarian meal is packed-full of veggies and flavor and is entirely gluten-free (yes buckwheat is gluten-free!). After several rounds of recipe testing I know I nailed this…

Homemade Oat MilkHomemade Oat MilkNovember 29, 2023 at 03:44PMHave you ever wondered how to make oat milk? This homemade oat milk recipe is easy to make with step-by-step instructions teaching you how. Milking oats has never been so easy with this nutritious and good-for-the-planet recipe. Oat Milk is all the rage these days. And for good reason! It’s a delicious, plant-based alternative that is easy on digestion and on the planet. Now don’t get me wrong, I love me some good almond milk (try these homemade almond milks!) but did you know that almonds are one of the highest water consuming crops? The almond business is booming here in California but it’s also putting a major stress on our already fragile water supply. So I decided it was time I explore some other alternatives out there. There are a few store-bought versions out…

Homemade Baba Ganoush RecipeHomemade Baba Ganoush RecipeNovember 28, 2023 at 04:32PMThis is the most authentic Baba Ganoush recipe. It’s a flavor filled smoked eggplant dip that can be served as a dip or topping to a Mediterranean inspired bowls or eaten on its own with homemade pita chips or veggies. I love baba ganoush. I’m a big fan of all dips but my absolute favorite is baba ganoush. I grew up eating it in my house (along with vats of hummus) so it’s a nostalgic recipe for me. But it took me years to finally nail the perfect authentic baba ganoush recipe! The other day we were driving down a country road and there was the cutest little farm stand set up. They were overflowing with eggplants so I grabbed a bunch. I knew immediately I’d be making this homemade baba ganoush recipe…

Vegetarian Quinoa ChiliVegetarian Quinoa ChiliNovember 28, 2023 at 04:06PMThe perfect vegetarian meal all in one pot with this delicious quinoa chili! This recipe tastes just like traditional chili but with quinoa instead of meat for texture, plus a secret ingredient to maximize flavor! As more and more food blogs pop up, the industry is becoming increasingly saturated with recipes. Don’t get me wrong, I’m the first person to applaud there being open access to blogging and providing people who might otherwise not have a platform, a place for them to share their voice. However, it also means that you can get caught in the “innovation trap” of new recipes instead of sharing what you really want to share. If it’s all been done before, what’s the point in sharing another quinoa chili recipe? But here’s the thing, this vegan chili recipe has never been…