These Banana Blackberry Muffins are soft, fluffy, and topped with crisp oat streusel. It's easy to make these bakery-style muffins for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or make-ahead snacks. And the best part? You don't even need overripe bananas. If you've tried my Banana Nut Bread Mini Muffins, these are a great nut-free option. My kids love […]
Creamy Lemon Butter Beans (High Protein)
These Creamy Lemon Butter Beans are rich, bright and so satisfying. The sauce is silky and full of flavor—thanks to garlic, Parmesan, and a splash of lemon. Cottage cheese and butter beans add protein and fiber, making this a high-protein vegetarian meal. It's ready in 30 minutes, so it's perfect for busy weeknights too. If […]
Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins are soft, fluffy, and made with simple ingredients. And the best part? You don't need overripe bananas. These muffins are lightly sweet, full of banana flavor and extra moist. Cottage cheese adds protein—but you won't taste it. If you’ve made my Cottage Cheese Pancakes or Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins, you know […]
Savory High Protein Waffles with Cottage Cheese
These Savory High Protein Waffles with Cottage Cheese make busy mornings easier. I keep them in the freezer, reheat in the toaster, and top with two fried eggs—for a quick breakfast with 37 grams of protein. It's simple, filling, and doable even on hectic mornings with my toddlers. Great for a protein-packed lunch or snack […]
Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins
All I wanted was a great Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffin. I had extra cottage cheese in the fridge, so I tried several popular recipes online—but they were disappointing. Their muffins were sunken, flavorless, or oddly spongy. So I made my own. After 10 rounds of testing and lots of cottage cheese, my family finally has […]
Easy Gochujang Tofu (Oven or Air Fryer)
This easy Gochujang Tofu is savory, sweet, and just a little spicy. The edges get golden and crisp. The sauce bubbles and clings to every nook and cranny. And the best part? It’s truly easy. A short ingredient list. Simple steps. Big flavor. Over the years, I’ve developed a signature method for crispy panko breaded […]
Asian Crunch Salad (High Protein)
A high-protein Asian Crunch Salad is the kind of meal-worthy salad I get excited to eat. It’s crisp, colorful, and full of bold flavor. But shredded tofu is the real game changer. Grating tofu helps it turn golden, crisp on the edges and slightly chewy inside. It soaks up the peanut sauce in the best […]
Lemony Rice and White Bean Soup
Some of my favorite soups are the quietly nourishing ones—nothing flashy, just cozy, comforting and full of flavor. This Lemony Rice and White Bean Soup is exactly that. Tender rice, creamy white beans, and a bright lemon-kissed broth that's good to the last drop. It's perfect for easy weeknight dinners and lunch the next day. […]
Broccoli Caesar Salad
Most Broccoli Caesar Salads fall into two camps. They’re either raw and too crunchy, or roasted and not great for meal prep. This recipe takes a better path. The broccoli is quickly blanched until bright green and tender-crisp. Then it’s tossed in a creamy Greek Yogurt Caesar dressing made without anchovies, mayo, or egg. Finished […]
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies
I tested 14 versions of Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies before landing on the best one. They’re soft, chewy, and easy to make. No chill time required! Brown butter adds rich flavor, with melty chocolate and toasted pecans in every bite. My family and friends keep asking for the recipe, so I figured it was time […]
Silky Gochujang Pasta with Eggplant
Pasta night just got an upgrade with this Gochujang Pasta with Eggplant! The silky gochujang butter sauce is packed with bold flavor and just a kiss of heat. And my trick for searing eggplant—with minimal oil—let's you pack in veggies too. If you’ve cooked any of my pasta recipes—from this site or my printed cookbook—you […]
Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup
Most slow cooker recipes trade taste for convenience—but this Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup gives you both. It’s an easy dump-and-go recipe that almost cooks itself. Slow cooker soups can taste flat, so we add tangy buttermilk to make the flavors shine. The buttermilk does double duty—it adds flavor while using less cream, so the […]
High Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes
These High Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes are the perfect mix of fluffy and satisfying. They’re high in protein (30 grams protein per serving), from simple ingredients you probably already have. Made without protein powder—so there's no chalky, artificial taste. Just a delicious stack of pancakes that taste like a treat but keeps you full! It's […]
Easy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup
This easy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup practically cooks itself. Just toss the ingredients in, walk away, and come back to a cozy and delicious meal. Perfect for fall and winter! I love making pumpkin soup in the slow cooker—just toss it together in the morning, and dinner’s ready when you get home. With barely any […]
Pickled Swiss Chard Stems
Pickled Swiss Chard Stems are crunchy, tangy, and delicious on almost anything! They're an easy way to use extra chard stems—no waste, all flavor. Swiss Chard leaves usually get all the attention—whether it’s Lemon Swiss Chard Pasta, Swiss Chard Salad or Crispy Chard Chips. But the stems? They deserve some love too. I finally found […]
Mini Cornbread Muffins
These moist Mini Cornbread Muffins are a hit with kids and adults alike. They're perfectly sized for lunch boxes or easy on-the-go snacks. And make a fun side dish to serve with Instant Pot Vegan Chili, Green Chili Soup, or Smoky Stewed Beans. Since they're mini, you can easily serve a crowd too! These mini […]
Crispy Baked Swiss Chard Chips
Swiss Chard Chips are the crispy, salty snack you didn’t know you needed! Lightly seasoned and baked to perfection. They're the most craveable way to eat your leafy greens! My garden is bursting with Swiss Chard right now, so I've been playing around with more ways to use it. Lemon Swiss Chard Pasta is a […]
Honey Roasted Carrots (Air Fryer)
Looking for a veggie side dish that wins over the whole table? Make these Air Fryer Honey Roasted Carrots—tender, perfectly sweet, and glazed with butter and fresh garlic. I've personally devoured a whole batch (while standing at the kitchen counter) and kids love them too! These honey glazed carrots join my line-up of popular air […]
Air Fryer Halloumi Fries
Think fries are great? Just wait until you try halloumi cheese fries! These Air Fryer Halloumi Fries are crispy and golden brown, without the greasy cleanup of deep frying. Pair with Hot Honey to take them to the next level. They’ll vanish fast—serve them as a craveable snack, party appetizer, or easy side dish. I’ve […]
Sheet Pan Greek Veggie Feta Bowls
Sheet pan meals are convenient yet often lack texture and variety—but not these Sheet Pan Greek Veggie Feta Bowls! Bursting with flavor, they feature roasted veggies, crispy chickpeas, pickled red onions, creamy tzatziki, and a zesty pepperocini dressing you’ll love. This hearty, high-protein vegetarian meal is family-friendly yet guest-worthy. And it makes a big batch—perfect […]
Chopped Dill Pickle Salad (High Protein)
This Chopped Dill Pickle Salad recipe takes the Costco favorite and makes it even better—with fresher flavors, extra protein, and no questionable ingredients. The result tastes like it came from a gourmet salad bar, but at a fraction of the price! Craving more high-protein salads? My Butter Bean Salad with Feta is a reader favorite—or […]
Best Air Fryer Parsnips
This Air Fryer Parsnips recipe turns an underrated veggie into a star side dish—with just a few pantry staples. It's simple enough for weekdays, yet special enough for holidays (like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter). Make extra because they disappear fast! The air fryer is for other veggies too! It works like a mini convection oven—heating […]
Dill Pickle Ranch Dressing (High Protein)
This Dill Pickle Ranch Dressing is my healthier, oil-free take on Hidden Valley and Costco’s Creamy Dill Pickle Salad. It's delicious, high in protein, and made with simple ingredients (no weird additives). So, you can feel great drizzling it on just about anything! I love using Greek yogurt to create creamy, healthy sauces—like my Greek […]
Vegan Italian Wedding Soup
Vegan Italian Wedding Soup is a fresh, plant-based take on a classic! This weeknight-friendly dinner recipe is packed with protein. And with crisp meatballs, tender pasta, colorful veggies, and healthy beans—this soup is nutritious and satisfying. Tired of messy stovetop meatballs? Baking them in the oven is a game-changer! The meatballs get crispy on the […]
Easy Lemon Pesto Pasta
Short on time or ingredients? This Lemon Pesto Pasta is a fresh, vibrant, and budget-friendly meal that comes together fast. The delicious lemon pesto is made without basil and without pine nuts, so it's more budget-friendly too! Adapted from Milk Street 365, this recipe skips boiling lemon rinds for simplicity. I tested with and without—and […]
Moist Banana Carrot Muffins (Vegan)
As a cookbook author and busy parent, I know how hard it is for treats to be both nutritious and delicious. Enter these Banana Carrot Muffins—vegan by accident, but packed with flavor and moisture! Bananas add sweetness and replace eggs, while carrots add a healthy boost of veggies. Nut-free and easy to make, they're perfect […]
Crispy Nashville Hot Tofu Sandwich
Everyone loves this Crispy Nashville Hot Tofu Sandwich—vegan or not! It’s crispy, spicy, savory, and has a touch of sweetness for the perfect flavor combo. While any great sandwich has multiple components, this recipe's still simple enough for a weeknight and absolutely worth it. Crispy baked tofu is one of my specialties! Don't miss some […]
Easy Vegan Yaki Udon
Want a dinner that’s faster and cheaper than delivery? Try this easy Vegan Yaki Udon! It’s saucy, savory, and made with pantry staples you probably already have. No mirin, no oyster sauce, and no wok required—just simple ingredients and big flavor in every bite. Stir fries are one of the fastest weeknight dinners you could […]
Kung Pao Vegetables with Tofu
Kung Pao Vegetables with Tofu makes a quick, easy, and family-friendly dinner. It's a great way to use up extra veggies in your fridge. And it packs bold flavors to satisfy your family's takeout cravings—but in a healthier way! This sauce is adapted from Earls, a Vancouver restaurant chain that's had Kung Pao Chicken on […]
Banana Nut Bread Mini Muffins
These Banana Nut Bread Mini Muffins were meant to be a quick snack for my kids, but they’re so good my husband and I can’t stop eating them! They're tender, moist, and perfectly sweet. They’re packed with toasty walnuts—a perfect match for banana, just like in my Chocolate Banana Coffee Cake with Walnut Streusel. No […]
Eggplant Parmesan Tomato Gnocchi Bake
This Eggplant Parmesan Tomato Gnocchi Bake makes a cozy, family-friendly dinner that practically cooks itself! It has the elements of an Eggplant Parmesan, but with much less effort. Put it in the oven, take a breather, then come back to a golden, cheesy, veggie-packed dinner everyone will love. The Kitchn’s gnocchi bake inspired me, but […]
Easy Instant Pot Dal Makhani
This creamy Instant Pot Dal Makhani is a delicious and healthy alternative to Indian takeout! Not-too-spicy and beginner-friendly—it’s a family favorite along with Vegetarian Butter Chicken. After food styling a cookbook for a Michelin restaurant, Vij’s, I was craving Indian food for weeks—so I created this simple recipe to enjoy at home. No overnight soaking […]
Kabocha Squash Soup with Coconut Milk (No Blender!)
This creamy Kabocha Squash Soup with Coconut Milk is an easy, cozy meal that still feels special. No peeling, barely any chopping, and no blender's required for this flavorful restaurant-worthy soup! The Peanut Lime Crunch topping adds a crispy, fresh herb finish. It's inspired by the balance of salty, spicy, sweet, and sour flavors I […]
Red Chimichurri Pasta (Hot or Cold)
This Red Chimichurri Pasta is anything but boring. It’s bright, zesty, and easy to make. A fast no-cook Red Chimichurri Sauce adds bold flavor from red peppers, smoked paprika, and garlic. You'll use similar veggies as my Ratatouille Pasta—but no oven needed! Just saute veggies, cook pasta, then mix it all together for a delicious […]
Whipped Feta Dip with Hot Honey
This Whipped Feta with Hot Honey makes an easy yet impressive appetizer. I tested 4 creamy bases—yogurt, cream cheese, ricotta, and sour cream—for the whipped feta. The winner surprised me! It makes a luscious, silky, balanced dip that's hard to stop scooping. This recipe is a bolder spin on my popular Whipped Ricotta Dip. Feta […]
Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Soup
If you’re tired of soups that don’t fill you up, this Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Soup is the answer! It ticks all the boxes of a meal-worthy soup: colorful veggies, protein-packed, and craveable extras—like crunchy croutons and creamy cheese—to truly satisfy. This recipe is inspired by the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen Roasted Tomato Soup. I simplified […]
Sun Dried Tomato and Olive Tapenade
This Sun Dried Tomato and Olive Tapenade has been my go-to appetizer for years. It looks and tastes impressive—but only takes minutes to make. I first published this recipe as a Vegan Grazing Board idea in 2016. But given the love for it, this tapenade is now getting its own recipe post! For a showstopping […]
Crispy Holiday Tofu
I've been making this Crispy Holiday Tofu for the past few years and it's always a hit! It's easy to make, pairs well with classic Thanksgiving/Christmas side dishes, and is high in protein to satisfy the vegetarians and vegans in your life. Serve it with gravy for a plant-based holiday main that doesn't feel like […]
Best Cardamom Cookies (Soft & Chewy)
I tested 12 versions of Cardamom Cookies to create the best one. These cookies are buttery, crisp on the edges, soft and chewy in the middle, with cardamom in every bite. It's my dream cookie—I hope it becomes yours, too! As a recipe developer and food stylist, I’ve baked thousands of cookies for magazines, cookbooks, […]
Air Fryer Granola (High Protein)
Most granola doesn’t have enough protein to keep you full. With double to triple the protein, this Air Fryer Granola recipe beats other homemade and store-bought options! The air fryer is faster than the oven too—and requires no preheating. Today I'll show you how to make the best air fryer granola, including ingredients and substitutes, […]
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