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25 Easter Side Dishes

These side dishes for Easter will complete your holiday menu. Below, you’ll find something for everyone! Below, you’ll find veggies, salads, dips, appetizers, and more to serve at brunch, lunch, or dinner. Bonus: most can be prepped ahead!

How Many Deviled Eggs Per Person?

Great deviled eggs will fly off the platter, and in this post, I clarify how many deviled eggs per person you should make. Serving small or large crowds can be a matter of too few or too many deviled eggs -we’ve all seen this happen, so keep reading and decide what the right amount for […]

How to Make Deviled Eggs without Mayo

These deviled eggs without mayo are the life of the party: use the classic mayo-free deviled egg recipe below, or one of the other suggested mayo swaps.

Lemon Garlic Sauce

A simple lemon garlic sauce that takes plain pasta or chicken from basic to something delicious you’ll look forward to eating.

How Many Chicken Breasts is 2 Cups of Chicken

If recipes that call for ‘2 cups of shredded chicken’ leave you confused about how many chicken breasts you’ll need, I’ve got your answer! Knowing just how much chicken to make is a total meal saver. This post includes a chart plus additional tips for making perfectly shredded or cubed chicken. Let’s get started!

Breakfast Taco Recipes 

These breakfast taco recipes have everything you love inside warm tortillas. Yes, tacos for breakfast are a thing so start with one of these delicious recipes below, and you’ll be back for more.

How to eat more vegetables each day

Whether you, your spouse, or your kids dislike veggies or just don’t know how else to add more, these recipes with vegetables will be a game-changer! But first, watch this quick video with simple tricks on how to eat more vegetables in a day at every meal.

How to Poach Chicken

If you’ve ever wondered how to poach chicken breasts without ending up with dry, rubbery meat, here you’ll learn how. It’s perfect for salads and your favorite recipes.

Best Cheap Blenders for Smoothies

Having the right blender is essential to making nutritious smoothies. The best part? A good blender does not have to cost a fortune! Below you’ll find a list of great inexpensive blenders for your smoothies to check out before you buy. 

Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta

Juicy chicken, asparagus, and pasta tossed in a light, creamy lemon sauce make this recipe epic. In fact, the flavors of this lemon chicken asparagus pasta are what makes my family devour their meal every time I make it.

Daily Harvest for Post-Workout Smoothies

If you enjoy smoothies and want to incorporate them into your routine to achieve whatever your health goals may be, you’ll love how Daily Harvest makes it super convenient! Their pre-portioned Smoothies are built on organic fruits, organic veggies, and nutritious ingredients in mouthwatering combinations that will keep you looking forward to your next sip!

14 Epic Salads with Chicken

Turn simple ingredients and leftovers into complete and tasty meals with these easy salad recipes with chicken! When you crave a healthy, light dish that is also satisfying, a salad with chicken can become a terrific meal for weeknight dinners and office lunches.

Best Dry Pork Rub Recipe

This pork rub recipe is sweet, smoky, and savory, and it uses pantry spices you probably already have on hand. It makes enough to generously season a 3-5-pound pork butt or shoulder. But don’t stop there; I use it on pork chops, ribs, and just about any cut of pork!

Strawberry Hot Chocolate

Warm up your cold winter days with this strawberry hot chocolate you can easily make at home in 15 minutes with real ingredients.

Stovetop Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

Toss aside those instant oat packets for this homemade cinnamon apple oatmeal! This recipe delivers real apple-pie vibes in every bite.

Easy Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli

This recipe for roasted potatoes and broccoli cooks in the same sheet pan, giving you two sides and less cleanup! With the directions below, you’ll have fork-tender veggies with incredible flavor that pair great with your favorite main protein.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup Recipe

When you need a warm and delicious dinner fast, make this healthy soup: it has everything we love from chicken pot pie, but no kneading involved.

Dairy-Free Hot Cocoa Mix

I share the recipe for homemade dairy-free hot cocoa mix and a few dairy-free instant milk options I’ve tested that mix well.

Salads without Lettuce

Do you love salads but want to take a break from lettuce? These recipes are full of veggies and nutritious ingredients to show that salads without lettuce are also fresh, light, and delicious! You’ll find filling salads that can be made ahead for filling healthy lunches for work or enjoyed as a main meal or […]

Alfredo Sauce with Heavy Cream

Skip the jarred stuff. This easy Alfredo sauce with cream comes together in the time it takes to boil pasta and is better than anything store-bought.

Red Velvet Pancakes

These red velvet pancakes feel special but are just as easy to make as your go-to pancake recipe, making them perfect for weekends and fun family breakfasts.

The Best Tacos Rancheros

Tacos Rancheros are the ULTIMATE breakfast taco recipe. Fresh, tasty and oh so easy, this breakfast-for-dinner recipe comes together in just 10 minutes!

What to Do About Freezer Burn Chicken

If you’re reading this with a pack of freezer-burned chicken on the counter, help is here! You’ll learn that it’s safe to eat and how to cook it so it’s not rubbery and dry. With the tips below, you’ll also learn how to prevent this from happening in the future so you can enjoy your favorite […]

Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs

This Pesto chicken thighs recipe is quick, healthy, and comes together fast with only 2 main ingredients: Chicken and pesto! The thighs turn out lip-smackingly tasty and super juicy!

What to Serve with Jambalaya

Looking for side dishes to serve with Jambalaya? You’ve come to the right place. After living in New Orleans for 20 years, I’ve got just the recipes for you to try! Whether you are making jambalaya for the first time or serving it on a special occasion, it’s always the starring dish.

Homemade Gluten-Free King Cake (Beginner-Friendly Recipe!)

This gluten-free king cake satisfies even the toughest critics! My family and I live in New Orleans, so we’ve enjoyed our share of king cakes from every bakery in town. When it came to creating this recipe, it took many tries and different mixes to create a gluten-free king cake recipe that tastes great and […]

Peach Breakfast Recipes

With these quick and easy peach breakfast recipes, your mornings are going to taste amazing! Very little work, basic staples, and just a few minutes are everything you need to enjoy these delicious family-friendly recipes with peaches.

Easy Cajun Salmon Pasta

When you want a quick and tasty dinner that everyone will devour, this Cajun salmon pasta is it. Take a look, and let’s make it!

Vegetable Side Dishes

When you need something tasty to serve with your favorite proteins, these easy vegetable side dishes recipes are the perfect match! In this post, you’ll find recipe options that can be steamed, cooked in the oven, in a pan, or simply tossed and served. There’s something for everyone in one of these side dish recipes […]

Pan-Seared Lemon Garlic Chicken & Asparagus

Upgrade your pan-seared chicken breasts with this recipe for lemon chicken and asparagus with a creamy garlic sauce. It’s the type of recipe that will clear up the plate!

What Does Cauliflower Taste Like?

Most likely, you’ve seen and heard all about cauliflower, but if you’ve never tried it or are hesitant if you’ll like it, I’m here to share what it tastes like. By the end of this post, you’ll have a better idea of the flavor and how you can make it taste great -all coming from […]

How to Freeze Cooked Chicken 

If chicken is your favorite protein and you found yourself cooking too much or discovered those hidden leftovers in the back of the fridge… you’re in good company. The good news is that you can freeze cooked chicken, given that you follow a few of the rules below for the best quality and to make […]

Can You Marinate Frozen Chicken

Good news: yes, you can marinate frozen chicken. But first, know that it’s not as straightforward as putting it (frozen solid) in a bag with the marinade. Don’t do that. If you want to add flavor to your currently frozen chicken and cook it to juicy perfection, this post will show you how and what to avoid […]

How to Tell if Cooked Chicken is Bad 

Whether you forgot about it on the counter or it hid in the back of the fridge, there are a few ways to tell if the cooked chicken is bad and not safe to eat. While some are obvious and visual, others not so much so check out this post and decide if you should […]

Scrambled Egg Tacos

When you want tacos for breakfast and are short on time, these scrambled egg tacos always hit the spot! You can keep it simple or top these tacos with a little cheese and salsa verde for the ultimate taco-lovers breakfast with minimal effort.

How Long Can You Freeze Chicken (for Quality)

If you bought a lot of chicken or cooked way more than necessary, don’t worry! In this post, you’ll learn how long you can freeze chicken for both scenarios: raw and already cooked. The longevity of frozen chicken may surprise you, but know that how long it retains its quality will be based on a […]