But, take a breath! These Twice Baked Southwestern Sweet Potatoes are literally an entire meal in one. You put this on the plate, and it is a FULL MEAL. It requires no sides or other things. It is filling, delicious, and easy. If your kids are picky about food touching or food stuffed with other food (mine apparently are—see the report card below), then you can keep the filling and sweet potato separate, of course, or break it apart for them....

One year I had enough and I decided to throw my own vegan Thanksgiving party. These mashed potatoes were an instant hit among my meat-loving family members, and even though I no longer eat vegan, I still make them to this day. Vegan mashed potatoes do not contain any butter or cream, but they are still just as creamy and indulgent as the non-vegan version. Roasted garlic gives them a complex, savory, and slightly sweet flavor....

This is a cookbook exclusive recipe! This recipe is exclusive to my debut cookbook Dinner which includes a how-to video for every recipe. Just scan the QR code! Just to explain…. I know, it’s confusing! You’re so used to getting recipes on my website – there’s over 1,200 of them, after all. And here you are looking at a tasty recipe video and I haven’t provided the recipe. 🙀 I’m not just doing this to torture you, I promise....

In spring you might make it with asparagus and peas, later in the summer with tomatoes and zucchini. Sometimes it uses a cream sauce, sometimes a marinara sauce, and sometimes, just with some olive oil and shaved Parmesan. The following recipe is how my mother likes to prepare Pasta Primavera, with whatever vegetables we have on hand and a little marinara sauce. It takes only 30 minutes to prepare, start to finish....

If you’re in the mood to diverge from the usual olive/canola/vegetable trifecta, why not try out some rice bran oil? What Is Rice Bran Oil? Rice bran oil is precisely what it sounds like: oil derived from the ‘bran’ - aka the outer layer - of the grain of rice. Rice bran oil is essentially the result of taking something that was previously discarded or possibly used as feed for animals and turning it into a substantial, efficient cooking oil that can rival the more popular options....

To this day, cinnamon is one of my favorite ingredients - the delicious flavor fragrant and spicy. Cinnamon can be featured more delicately, as a subtle note in a curry alongside other herbs and spices, or as a star ingredient in a dish like cinnamon toast, rice pudding, or horchata. Where Does Cinnamon Come From? Cinnamon comes from the inner bark of multiple tree species. Harvesters scrape off the outer layers to reveal the inner, wetter bark....

Chunks of silky white chocolate help you ease into the holidays, while warm and slightly spicy hints of brandy tickle your tongue. Plus with cranberries in full season, taking advantage of these sweet-tart garnet gems just makes sense. With or Without Brandy We soak the dried cranberries first in brandy for extra flavor. Any brandy will work great with these; Cognac, Armagnac, and Kirschwasser (a cherry brandy) are excellent. If you want, you can forego the brandy altogether and just soak the cranberries in water to plump them....

I made this cheesecake a couple of weeks ago based on a freelance recipe I did last year. I was craving crispy candied pecans (it’s a good idea to make double the amount needed for this cheesecake, just for snacking purposes!) and this recipe jumped into my head. A few adjustments later - to give it more of a winter feel with some warming spices, and also to convert to gluten free for my mum-in-law, and yessss!...

Christmas Dinner Sides are the Star of the Show When planning for a holiday gathering like Christmas dinner, I always think more about the side dishes than the “main”. Whether you do a traditional protein like ham or turkey or go all out with something like prime rib, what you serve on the side will make it feel like a Christmas dinner. Don’t forget the appetizers! Check out this listing of 15+ Easy Appetizers....

Apples bake into so many lovely recipes that add a touch of comfort and coziness to the season. But you already know that so let’s dive right into fall with all the best apple recipes to make when the weather turns chilly but your house is warm and cozy. Wondering which apple variety is best for the baking project you have in mind? We have you covered. (Rachel Knecht)

The beauty of Paleo casseroles We love casseroles mostly because they fit into our weekly meal planning perfectly by giving us lots of leftovers. Making a big meal over the weekend and having it in the fridge to eat on during the week is a HUGE time saver. In fact, we build in a large meal for our subscribers in our weekly Real Simple Good Paleo Meal Plans. This large meal isn’t always a casserole, but these Paleo casseroles all look like some good options to add into the rotation!...

And already know you want more?! Make sure to try our healthier remakes of these classic cookies: soft and chewy vegan chocolate chip cookies, gluten free homemade snickerdoodles and ginger molasses cookies! Check out all of our healthier desserts + treats! They’re perfect for sharing with friends and family or for treating yourself! What kind of peanut butter? Use a sugar free peanut butter. I used a natural peanut butter....

Think of ways to save time in the kitchen. To help inspire you, most of these dinners pair up nicely with steamed rice, so make a big batch on Sunday night and store it in the fridge for meals like the Bulgogi Bowls or the Carnitas. Tortillas will go well with two of our meals this week, too, you can make them from scratch or grab a package or two from the market....

It’s hot. It’s humid. The sun is out in full force, the sky is a pristine, postcard perfect blue. Christmas jingles are playing in the background. Glasses are instantly frosted with condensation the moment chilled wine is poured in. And it’s mandatory to use stubby holders* for beers – not just for practical reasons, but because it’s oh-so-Aussie. Our Christmas’ are the polar opposite of the traditional White Christmas. It’s smack bang in the middle of summer....

Can I use canned biscuits? There are a lot of people who simply use canned biscuits, cut a hole, and call it a donut. Don’t get us wrong, it still tastes good, but it’s not really a donut. This is a from scratch donut recipe meant to give you the best air fryer donuts, rather than biscuits. Topping Options for Air Fryer Donuts: If you don’t love glazed donuts, you could top it with a chocolate frosting, add sprinkles, or even just brush some melted butter on top and dunk in a cinnamon and sugar mixture....

Once you have the bread slices, you add the cheese and cook the sandwich in butter into golden, cheesy perfection. When my husband and I embarked on a low-carb diet, I started looking for ways to recreate our favorite foods. It’s not always easy to do, but I keep trying until I reach perfection (or at least keto perfection). This keto grilled cheese is one of my successes. It’s so good!...

Before I start going on about sugary crunchy sprinkles over tart apples (Yum), I wanted to say a big thank you to Bon Bon Break Magazine for publishing my No-Bake Strawberry and Vanilla Cheesecake. I was so excited when they asked me if they could feature it in their online magazine. Please take a look, they’ve got loads of great recipes as well as sections on crafts, parenting tips, gardening and loads more....

The Dressing Once again, Justin has created a flavor punch with the dressing for this salad! It has olive oil, shallot, apple cider vinegar for a little acidity, honey, coconut aminos and toasted sesame seeds. It is so tasty with a hint of sweet and notes of Asian flavors. You can toss it with your salad right away and serve, or hold the dressing if you’re planning to meal prep this salad over the weekend for the upcoming week....

In case you are not a fan of deep frying, don’t fret. Pakoras are shallow fried in a small amount of oil and prepared like patties, with a crisp exterior and pillowy inside. In a Pakistani home, they are traditionally enjoyed with a cup of afternoon tea. I also love them with fried eggs in the morning or for lunch, atop arugula dressed with a bright, zesty vinaigrette. Looking for the perfect finger food for a Friday night in with friends?...

How Avocado Oil is Processed Avocados are a year-round crop, and some olive oil facilities even process avocados during the olive off-season. Most avocado oil plants are in New Zealand, Mexico, Kenya, and California. Smoke point: 482°F Best uses: Searing or frying For the best quality, avocados should be mature, but not overripe, at harvest. The process begins by pressing the flesh of the avocados, removing the skin and seeds, then separating the oil from the water....