When I want to make a satisfying snack or lunch for my vegan friends, I sometimes feel like I have to think a little harder than usual. This Vegan Tofu Musubi makes that decision easy. It has the same comforting shape and savory-sweet flavor inspired by Spam musubi, but it uses firm tofu instead of … Read more

This easy and elegant savory clafoutis is a fresh take on a classic French dessert. Filled with colorful vegetables and creamy goat cheese, it is a beautiful choice for brunch, lunch, picnics, or a light make-ahead meal. When I need a simple meal, eggs are often the first place I turn. A quick omelet or … Read more

These White Chocolate Oat Cups are an easy no bake dessert made with a chewy peanut butter oat base, a sweet layer of raspberry jam, and a smooth white chocolate topping. Each cup has a delicious mix of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and tangy flavors, making them perfect for a quick snack, a make-ahead treat, or … Read more

Traditional Sicilian Fish Couscous from Trapani Fish couscous is one of the most treasured dishes in the culinary tradition of Trapani, a coastal town in western Sicily. This recipe comes from a family tradition and is inspired by the way it was prepared by my grandmother. It is a dish with clear North African roots, … Read more

Skinny Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips in every bite. These bite-sized cookies are a lighter way to enjoy a classic chocolate chip cookie craving without giving up the flavor you love. If you love chocolate chip cookies but still want something a little lighter, these skinny chocolate … Read more

This easy vegetarian chili recipe is the kind of comforting meal you can put together with very little effort. It uses simple boxed and canned ingredients, then builds flavor with fresh vegetables, warm spices, sweet potatoes, green chilies, and a touch of honey. Everything goes into the slow cooker, and a few hours later you … Read more

This moist Sugar Free Banana Bread is naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and made without added sugar or sugar substitutes. It is soft, flavorful, and easy to adapt for gluten-free, higher-protein, or lower-carb needs. Enjoy a slice as a wholesome dessert, a simple snack, or a satisfying breakfast with almond butter and a sprinkle of … Read more

Zucchini Tomato Gratin is a simple, colorful baked vegetable side dish made with thin slices of zucchini, tomatoes, and potatoes layered over a garlicky tomato sauce. Finished with olive oil, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese, this easy gratin is comforting enough for a family dinner and beautiful enough for a holiday table. An Easy and … Read more

Skip the chicken and make this hearty Steak Caesar Salad with a perfectly seared ribeye, creamy homemade Caesar dressing, crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, and easy baked Parmesan crisps. Looking for more satisfying salad recipes? You may also enjoy this Green Goddess Cobb Salad and this colorful Mediterranean Tuna Quinoa Salad. Better than a Steakhouse This … Read more

If there is one condiment that is truly worth making from scratch, it is homemade salsa. This roasted tomato salsa is fresh, flavorful, and surprisingly simple. Just roast the vegetables until they are soft and lightly charred, then blend them with cilantro, lime juice, salt, and cumin for a salsa that tastes bright, smoky, and … Read more