Perfect Roasted Butternut Squash
Want to know something cool about roasted butternut squash" You don’t have to peel it before roasting. That’s right. You do not have to suffer th...
27-04-2022 21:56
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Easy Honey Butter
Do you have room for some honey butter on your holiday table" Let’s make some! Honey butter is creamy and utterly irresistible. It’s sweet and a ...
17-04-2022 21:35
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Fresh Turmeric Tea
Let’s warm up with some fresh turmeric tea, shall we" It’s golden and earthy, spicy and soothing at the same time.
Fresh turmeric is too precious...
08-03-2022 21:32
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Easy Blue Cheese Dip
This blue cheese dip just might convert blue cheese skeptics into fans. Yes, it really might. You can trust me on this because I’m a little iffy on...
13-02-2022 21:30
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Christmas Enchiladas
These red and green enchiladas are inspired by my trips to Santa Fe, New Mexico! I love visiting Santa Fe for my fill of saucy burritos, enchiladas a...
23-12-2021 21:31
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Easy Green Enchilada Sauce
Fellow enchilada enthusiasts, I’m so pleased to introduce this green enchilada sauce. This recipe is inspired by the green chili sauces I’ve enjo...
16-12-2021 22:03
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18 Festive Holiday Cocktails
Cheers to the holidays! I’ve rounded up my favorite holiday cocktails for you. Whether you’re hosting friends and family or looking for a festive...
11-12-2021 21:31
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Perfect Roasted Acorn Squash
Roasted acorn squash deserves a place on your table this season. It’s easy to make, warming and hearty, and almost nutty in flavor.
Acorn squash is...
24-11-2021 21:35
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Fresh Creamed Spinach
Creamed spinach can go right or wrong, and this creamed spinach recipe is just right. The creaminess comes from cream cheese rather than heavy cream,...
17-11-2021 21:32
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35+ Meatless Thanksgiving Recipes
Thanksgiving is just two weeks away! Have you finalized your menu" Whether you’re vegetarian/vegan or interested in fun veggie-forward dishes, I ho...
10-11-2021 21:34
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Best Baked Potato
Meet the baked potato of my dreams! These baked potatoes are fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside. They’re exactly the kind of baked potat...
08-11-2021 21:35
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Perfect Baked Apples
Craving something sweet" These baked apples are a delightful dessert featuring seasonal fruit. They taste like an apple crisp but look much cuter.
Th...
19-10-2021 21:33
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15 Healthy Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin frenzy seemed to arrive earlier this year than ever. If you’ve already reached your annual quota of pumpkin spice lattes, I have some homem...
16-10-2021 21:34
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Favorite Chickpea Salad
Have you met my all-time favorite chickpea salad recipe" Sure, I have many beloved chickpea salads on the blog already, but this is my tried-and-true...
27-09-2021 21:36
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Homemade Ranch Dressing
I love ranch dressing. There, I said it. As a kid, I adored Hidden Valley, but as an adult, I only get excited about made-from-scratch, real-deal ran...
20-09-2021 21:35
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How to Grill Pizza
Grilled pizza is so fun to make! I love grilling pizzas on hot days because I don’t have to crank up the oven to high heat. Grilled pizza makes din...
06-09-2021 21:35
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Cucumber Tomato Salad with Greek Dressing
When it’s blazing hot outside, this cucumber tomato salad is exactly what I want to eat. This recipe is crisp and refreshing, light yet satisfying....
27-08-2021 21:36
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Baked Feta Dip with Cherry Tomatoes
Have you tried the baked feta pasta that took the internet by storm earlier this year" That simple recipe inspired this delicious summer dip, which f...
05-08-2021 21:35
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Some News! & What to Cook This August
August is here. Last month, I promised to let you know about some behind-the-scenes news. Now seems like the time to do it, because I can hardly writ...
03-08-2021 21:35
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Simple Blueberry Cake
This blueberry cake is my official summertime dessert. I hope it becomes yours, too. It’s tender, fully loaded with blueberries, and simple to make...
02-07-2021 21:36
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What to Cook This July & Fourth of July Recipes
July already" Last year felt like the longest year of my life, and this one is just flying by. We’re looking forward to celebrating the Fourth with...
02-07-2021 21:36
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17 Healthy Barbecue Salads and Sides
Do we call it barbecue or grilling out" Either way, these recipes are perfect for your outdoor summertime get-togethers. Below, you’ll find a colle...
26-06-2021 21:34
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Roasted Cauliflower Steak
Tired of regular roasted cauliflower" Try cauliflower “steaks” instead! Cauliflower steak makes a strong presentation at the dinner table. Think ...
22-06-2021 21:35
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Gremolata (Italian Parsley Condiment)
Gremolata is a bold and bright Italian condiment that will liven up your meals. It’s made with three simple ingredients that you might have on hand...
15-06-2021 21:40
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Easy Caesar Dressing
This Caesar dressing really hits the spot. You know I love vinaigrettes, but sometimes only a creamy dressing will do. I’ve been feeling sentimenta...
11-06-2021 21:35
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Esquites (Mexican Street Corn Salad)
Are you familiar with esquites" Also known as elote en vaso, esquites are an experience you’ll remember. Esquites are Mexican street corn (elote) c...
05-06-2021 21:33
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Buckwheat Pancakes
Ever tried buckwheat pancakes" Sure, they aren’t the prettiest pancakes around, but they make up for their humble appearance with wonderful flavor ...
27-05-2021 21:35
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29 Fresh Picnic Recipes
I propose a picnic this weekend! Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy some time at the park this weekend. There’s really nothing better than a spring ...
21-05-2021 21:37
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Simple Strawberry Smoothie
You’re going to love this strawberry smoothie. This recipe is cold, creamy and satisfying, and the nutty strawberry flavor is truly crave-worthy.
I...
15-05-2021 21:40
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Broccoli Pesto Pasta with Green Olives
Broccoli, pesto, and green olives?believe it! This pasta recipe tastes so fresh. It’s perfectly suited for springtime dinners, though I think youâ€...
12-05-2021 21:37
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Foolproof French Toast
Let’s hear it for French toast! The best French toast is seared golden on the outside, tender in the middle, lightly sweet and deliciously custard-...
08-05-2021 21:38
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The Best Queso
I’m super excited to share this queso recipe with you. This Mexican dip is cheesy, creamy and full of fresh flavor. It’s surprisingly easy to mak...
04-05-2021 21:43
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Super Simple Arugula Salad
Meet my go-to side salad recipe. I hope it becomes yours, too. This simple salad features fresh arugula and the world’s easiest homemade balsamic s...
19-04-2021 21:40
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Blender Oatmeal Pancakes
How about some pancakes" Like, right now" These are the easiest pancakes I’ve ever made because they come together in the blender! Now you can enjo...
08-04-2021 21:39
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Perfect Roasted Cabbage
Ever roasted cabbage" If not, meet your new favorite side dish! If you enjoy roasted Brussels sprouts, you’ll surely love roasted cabbage, which of...
03-04-2021 21:37
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New Recipe Saving & Grocery Shopping Features
I’m so excited to share some helpful new features on Cookie and Kate. Finally, you can save your favorite recipes for easy access. Then, you can ea...
24-03-2021 21:44
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Tortilla Soup
Do you enjoy tortilla soup" It’s one of my all-time favorites! Tortilla soup is fresh and flavorful, earthy and a little spicy. Topped with a big h...
03-03-2021 21:33
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Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese & Pistachios
This roasted beet salad with greens is exactly what I’m craving right now. It’s hearty, fresh and spring-y, which is perfect as the weather turns...
24-02-2021 21:34
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Perfect Roasted Beets
These roasted beets are for everyone! If you already love beets, I think you’ll be a big fan of this foil-free roasted beet recipe. If you don’t ...
20-02-2021 21:33
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Mini Lava Cakes for Two
Happy Valentine’s Day! I’m sorry, this recipe is coming one day later than expected. I you have still time to whip some lava cakes up today. Thes...
14-02-2021 21:35
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13-02-2021 21:36
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How to Make the Best Oatmeal
What if I told you there’s a better way to make oatmeal" Forget the instructions on the back of the bag. It’s about time I highlighted my go-to m...
10-02-2021 21:40
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33 Fresh Super Bowl Recipes
Are you ready for the Super Bowl" While I’m usually just in it for the snacks, our home team is playing tomorrow! We’ll be cheering for the Chief...
07-02-2021 21:35
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Buffalo Brussels Sprouts
Buffalo sauce on Brussels sprouts" Yes. Yes indeed, a very good idea. I only thought to try this combination after, oh, eight failed attempts at buff...
05-02-2021 21:35
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27 Healthy Vegetarian Soup Recipes
It’s cold outside here in Kansas City, so I’m sharing my favorite soup recipes available on the blog. These soups and stews are warming, hearty a...
25-01-2021 21:40
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My Top 10 Recipes of 2020
Earlier this week, I shared your favorite recipes from last year. Here are my favorites. This is always a tough list for me to make since I legitimat...
09-01-2021 21:38
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Your Top 10 Recipes of 2020
Drumroll please… Presenting your top ten recipes from 2020! I don’t have any rosy comments to offer about the difficulties presented last year. P...
05-01-2021 21:34
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Easy Tapenade
Olive lovers, tapenade is for you! Tapenade is an olive spread or dip hailing from the Provence region in France. It’s bold, zippy, briny and salty...
31-12-2020 21:35
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Vanilla-Pear Holiday Punch
This holiday punch is unlike any I’ve ever had, and I think you’re going to love it. It’s not too sweet. It tastes like pear, vanilla, spice an...
22-12-2020 21:35
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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip
This hot spinach artichoke dip is pure comfort food. Sign me up. This dip recipe comes together in under 20 minutes with basic ingredients: spinach, ...
18-12-2020 21:35
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Roasted Delicata Squash, Pomegranate and Arugula Salad
Have you made this salad before, by chance" I pulled this recipe from the archives and updated the photos to catch your eye. This stunner just might ...
11-12-2020 21:35
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The New Old Fashioned Cocktail
Who wants a drink" It’s been a long week. Let’s relax with an Old Fashioned, one of the oldest cocktails around. The Old Fashioned is for whiskey...
05-12-2020 21:36
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Crispy Baked Tostones
I’m so excited to share these crispy baked tostones with you! I discovered tostones a few years ago when I visited Costa Rica with my grandmother. ...
29-11-2020 21:34
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Classic Mulled Wine
Let’s cozy up with some mulled wine. Turn on some music, build a fire or light some candles, throw some spices and wine in a pot, and embrace the h...
26-11-2020 21:33
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Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole
This sweet potato casserole is for everyone, even the people who don’t like sweet potato casserole. I’m serious! If you enjoy sweet potato casser...
25-11-2020 21:37
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Healthy Breakfast Casserole
Sometimes, you need a healthy make-ahead breakfast. Whether you’re serving a crowd or trying to ease busy weekday mornings, this breakfast casserol...
17-11-2020 21:35
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Best Ever Green Beans
Honestly, I didn’t know green beans could be this good. Inspired by a classic French recipe (haricots verts amandine), this green bean recipe featu...
07-11-2020 21:37
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Creamy Golden Milk (Hot or Iced)
If you’re a fan of chai lattes and turmeric, you’re going to love this recipe. This ultra creamy golden milk is inspired by traditional Indian tu...
31-10-2020 21:39
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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
These stuffed peppers aren’t the kind your mom made. They’re meatless and loaded with fresh flavor. They’re cheesy as shown, yes, but they’re...
27-10-2020 21:38
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Perfect Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Have you carved your pumpkin yet" Let’s roast some pumpkin seeds to make a night of it! When I was growing up, we carved our jack o’lanterns ever...
23-10-2020 21:35
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Southwestern Corn Chowder
Make this Southwestern corn chowder for a cozy dinner at home! This vegetarian corn chowder recipe is fresh, wholesome and delicious. It’s perfect ...
15-10-2020 21:40
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Easy Pizza Sauce
Make this lively red pizza sauce recipe for your homemade pizzas! It comes together with basic pantry ingredients in about five minutes, no cooking r...
12-10-2020 21:39
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Ultimate Veggie Pizza
As a vegetarian for over a decade, I’ve eaten quite a few veggie pizzas. Truly fantastic veggie pizzas are few and far between. So, I combined all ...
07-10-2020 21:37
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Easy Whole Wheat Pizza Dough
How about pizza tonight" Homemade pizza nights should be fun and easy, and that’s where this pizza dough recipe comes into play. It’s ready in 15...
05-10-2020 21:34
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Pasta alla Norma
We’re going back to Sicily! Pasta alla Norma is a delicious Sicilian pasta dish with eggplant, marinara and basil. I’m excited to introduce you t...
30-09-2020 21:35
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Vegetarian Succotash
Sufferin’ succotash! I promise, that’s my last Loony Tunes reference. This vegetarian succotash recipe is fresh, vibrant and bacon-free. It featu...
24-09-2020 21:33
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Caponata
Let’s make homemade caponata! This classic Sicilian appetizer or side dish is perfect for late summer meals. This recipe combines roasted (not frie...
22-09-2020 21:35
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How to Make Crostini
Who doesn’t love golden, crisp crostini" Crostini is crusty bread brushed with olive oil, toasted in the oven or in the grill to perfection. I love...
17-09-2020 21:34
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Perfect Roasted Green Beans
Have you tried roasted green beans" They’re new to me, so I’m excited to spread the word with this recipe! Roasted green beans are a light and he...
10-09-2020 21:37
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25 Summer Cocktails
What are you sipping this weekend" My best friend is coming to town to celebrate her birthday, and we’ll be clinking some homemade cocktails. Since...
05-09-2020 21:33
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Classic Mojito
Finally! I’ve figured out how to make the perfect homemade mojito. Mojitos are bubbly rum cocktails that taste minty-fresh, citrusy and a little sw...
03-09-2020 21:36
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Easy Tomato Salad
We have a surplus of tomatoes this summer, and it’s glorious. I dreamed up this simple tomato salad recipe to make use of the excess. I simply slic...
01-09-2020 22:03
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Erin’s Peach & Avocado Green Salad
Have you had your fair share of peaches this summer" I certainly have not. I’m remedying that with my friend Erin Clarke’s vibrant peach, avocado...
26-08-2020 21:59
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The Best Grilled Corn on the Cob
It’s corn season, and I’ve had a hankering for some great corn on the cob. You know the corn I’m talking about?golden and plump kernels with so...
26-08-2020 21:59
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Favorite Veggie Burgers
Have you met my favorite veggie burgers" If not, it’s about time! I have high standards for veggie burgers, and these put all the rest to shame. I ...
19-08-2020 21:34
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Tom Collins Cocktail
Do you know Tom Collins" The cocktail" If not, you’ve been missing out. I used to serve Tom Collins way back when I was a bartender, and I believe ...
15-08-2020 21:36
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How to Make Simple Syrup
True to its name, simple syrup is so simple to make. And yet, homemade simple syrup can seem intimidating if you haven’t done it before! Today, Iâ€...
15-08-2020 21:36
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Colorful Veggie Sesame Noodles
These sesame noodles are colorful and completely irresistible! I’m always excited when I find sesame noodles amongst a plethora of dishes at a gath...
11-08-2020 21:33
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Easy Homemade Pickles
What took me so long to make classic pickles" As it turns out, homemade dill pickles are simple, easy and delicious. They’re the perfect little sum...
06-08-2020 21:32
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Vegetarian “BLT” Sandwich
Here’s a vegetarian spin on a classic BLT sandwich! We should probably call it an “HLT” since we’re using halloumi cheese in place of bacon. ...
31-07-2020 21:36
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Refreshing Hibiscus Mocktail
I’ve indulged in my fair share of cocktails this year, but sometimes, I just want a fun, fizzy, non-alcoholic drink. Something cold to savor on a h...
28-07-2020 21:32
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Fresh Black Bean Burrito Bowl
Let me introduce you to one of the best meals I’ve had all season! These fresh black bean burrito bowls are made from scratch with simple, wholesom...
26-07-2020 21:34
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