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Not a dry crumb in sight! These gluten-free blueberry muffins are now a go-to recipe around here. I’ve made these more times than I can count on one hand and, AND, AND I’ve made them with regular all-purpose flour too. Just to be sure that this recipe works for those of us that may not necessarily be on a gluten-free diet. With our trip to Italy right around the corner, it seems like it’s getting harder and harder to fit everything we need to get done before leaving....

This is the third recipe that I am updating my pictures. It is always such a pleasure to go back and see the posts from almost 6 years back. We had a huge vegetable patch in our backyard and I had cooked this particular post from the freshly harvested spinach from our backyard. This time when I redid the recipe, I did not have the privilege to use home grown spinach....

published Jul 12, 2021, updated Apr 29, 2024 It’s a Mediterranean lasagna! Inspired by the Italian pasticcio, this pastitsio recipe has a springy pasta base, an amazing cinnamon-scented bolognese-like sauce in the middle, and bubbling bechamel sauce baked on top. All together in one bite, it’s just too appetizing to resist. I love authentic Mediterranean ingredients, but I do identify substitutes that are more accessible in other parts of the world so that anyone, anywhere, anytime can enjoy traditional Greek flavors....

It’s such an easy dessert to prepare in a few minutes, so you can quickly whip it up, whether it’s for a weeknight dinner or a holiday gathering. It’s practically a dump-and-bake dessert that anyone can make. Thanks to the filling’s cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, your house will smell absolutely amazing. You’ll want to make this again and again. Want another easy dessert recipe using pears? Try my baked pears recipe or my chocolate pear cake recipe....

published Apr 08, 2024 Is there anything more satisfying than fluffy, delicious dough stuffed with cheese, meats, and veggies? Every country has its iteration, and my favorite might just be Turkish pide! It’s different from Ramadan pide, or Ramazan pidesi, which is a rounded flatbread only made during Ramadan. A bonus to Turkish pide is that it’s as portable as it is tasty! I first had this Turkish street food in Istanbul and later in Izmir, like stuffed Turkish gozleme....

When looking to make recipes for the International A to Z Flatbread, I often failed to look close to home. When I thought of looking for some special flatbread from around India, I landed on this recipe for Pol Roti which is a Sri Lankan coconut flatbread. It was so simple to make and so flavorful with just a handful of ingredients. When looking at any coastal states or countries, we tend to use more of the tropical flavor....

This weekend we had Ganapathi homam and Navagraha Homam at our house. It is something that we try to do at least once a year. Rava Kozhukattai or the modak, which is the fried version is made for the Ganapathi homam and is offered in the fire when performing the homam. There are several versions of it and people make it with different flours. This is my mother’s recipe that has worked for me all this years....

But there’s more – these crimson-hued marvels don’t stop at a plain red velvet chocolate chip cookie. They envelop a zesty-sweet cream cheese frosting and are topped with an optional elegant drizzle of creamy white chocolate. Simply put, these red velvet sandwich cookies aren’t just desserts; they’re showstoppers, primed to captivate the spotlight at any event! For more cookie recipes, check out my peanut butter chocolate chip cookies recipe, easy cake mix cookies, or thumbprint cookie recipe next!...

If you’ve never tried roasted duck before, its flavor is closer to red meat than chicken. It tastes richer than roasted chicken, and its tender meat will melt in your mouth! The best part about this recipe? The oven does most of the work, as the thick layer of fat under the skin means you don’t have to spend time basting it, leaving you with time to make some delicious side dishes....

Well good Monday morning to ya! After a weekend filled with brunches and celebrating lovely moms all around the globe, it’s time for a little snacky snack with my Roasted Garlic Hummus with Feta. Yes, as in FETA CHEESE blended right into the hummus and it’s still silky smooth, just like your favorite restaurants hummus. I love hummus. IT’s not even a secret. It is a staple at our place....

But if you not a fan of salmon, take a look at our Traditional Cobb Salad with the most delicious dressing. It’s no secret I crave salads whenever the weather turns warm. Not just a wimpy salad with a bit of lettuce and a slice of tomato but a salad you can eat for a meal. Cobb is definitely one of those meals! It’s got absolutely everything for a satisfying lunch of dinner....

For a vegetarian version take a look at our Mushroom Wellington recipe. With so many holidays packed into this time of year, it’s handy to have a few extra special occasion recipes ready to go. After all, nothing says celebration like a fabulous meal with friends and loved ones! Throw a white tablecloth on your dinner table along with some candles, pop a bottle of Champagne and transform your house into a little French bistro....

Tomato basil chicken is the recipe to make when you have an abundance of summer tomatoes and basil that you want to use up. We might be getting ready to get out all the fall decor, pumpkin spice lattes, and comfy clothes, but if there’s one thing I’m not ready to let go of just yet, it’s the beautiful summer tomatoes and basil crops. And really, does anything go together with tomatoes the way basil does?...

Savory Veggie-Packed Vegan ‘Egg’ Muffins If you’re looking for a simple, nutritious, delicious, and versatile grab n’ go breakfast/snack, these savory vegan egg muffins tick every box! They require simple prep, are truly versatile, and make for a wonderfully nutritious savory breakfast. Best of all, these veggie muffins are meal-prep friendly too. Bake up a large batch and enjoy them for several days, or pop leftovers in the freezer for several months....

BBQ beef brisket is what Texas is all about! I can’t tell you the number of times we’ve called up our friends and asked if they want to jump in the car and go grab a brisket sandwich with a blueberry cobbler from our favorite bbq shop in town. A chopped brisket sandwich piled high with tender beef, sliced onions, pickled jalapeños, and a bowl of slaw on the side....

Add our 5 Minute Blender Salsa Fresca or Black Bean and Corn Salsa to the mix to take these flavours even further! Pulled Pork Tacos Imagine juicy and tender – I mean melting in your mouth tender – pork wrapped in a soft corn tortilla. Then top it with some creamy cilantro lime slaw, maybe even a slice or two of velvety smooth avocado. Go ahead throw in some cheese too if you like....

Serve it with Spinach Apple Salad and No Knead Farmhouse Bread for a dinner to remember! We are all about comfort food right now, which brings so much reassurance in the world of uncertainty! Roasted chicken and potatoes are one of those meals that never disappoint. Sadly they are often reserved for weekends and special occasions only since they take a while to cook. Today I am sharing a recipe that will change that....

For another chicken thigh recipe with a creamy sauce, try our popular Chicken Casserole! When I’m trying to figure out what meal to make at the end of a long day at work, I often end up craving something nourishing and comforting. I want soups, stews and roast chicken, food that is good for the soul! I also would also rather put my feet up than spend a lot of time in the kitchen....

I love making taco casserole with chips for a crunchy taco experience. Pile on your favorite taco toppings like a dollop of sour cream, diced tomatoes, salsa, shredded lettuce, cilantro, sliced black olives, and avocado slices or guacamole. It makes a filling meal that is super easy and sure to please the family or a crowd! If you’re looking for more taco night recipes, try my taco salad, taco soup, or steak tacos....

Dig into some more big chunky cookies! My Copycat Levian Bakery Cookies are super thick and try my Breakfast Cookies for a treat to wake up to! Monster M & M Cookies Now, these aren’t just any kind of cookie. They are MONSTER cookies. They are loaded with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and M & M’s. These M & M Monster Cookies are a mix between my Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies and Peanut Butter M & M Cookies....