Yields: 4-6 servings Ingredients Quinoa 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups vegetable broth or water Veggies 1 cucumber, diced 1 bell pepper (any color), diced 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup red onion, diced 1 cup baby spinach or kale, roughly chopped (optional) Protein 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed […]

Ingredients Dry Ingredients 1 cup (43g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Wet Ingredients 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (100g) vegetable oil 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract For Rolling 1/2 cup (57g) powdered sugar Equipment […]

Ingredients For the Chocolate Sheet Cake 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup water ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute, see notes) 2 large eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Peanut […]

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard (optional, for tang) 2 cups milk (whole milk provides the creamiest results) 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese Instructions 1. Make the roux: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once […]

Yield: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Core Fruits 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 cup blueberries 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green, or a mix) 1 banana, sliced 1 orange, peeled and sectioned (or mandarin oranges) Optional Additions (add one or more for extra variety) 1 cup pineapple chunks 1 kiwi, […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time: Optional, but flavor improves with at least 30 minutes Ingredients For the salad 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint (optional, but adds a lovely flavor) 1/3 cup dried cranberries, cherries, or raisins 1/3 cup sliced […]

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40-60 minutes (depending on size and desired doneness) Resting time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients 2-3 pound beef roast (top round, bottom round, eye of round, or sirloin tip roasts are good choices) 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional) […]

Yields: Varies depending on the number of bowls you make Prep Time: 20-30 minutes Ingredients Base Greens: Choose your favorites: spinach, kale, arugula, mixed lettuce, romaine, etc. Grains (optional): Cooked quinoa, brown rice, farro, wild rice Legumes (optional): Chickpeas, lentils, black beans, or your favorite Veggies Roasted: Broccoli, sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, bell peppers, […]

Ingredients 1 (5-ounce) can tuna, drained: Water-packed or oil-packed tuna will work. Look for sustainable brands 1/3 cup finely chopped dill pickles: Choose your favorite kind – sweet, spicy, or classic dill. 1/4 cup mayonnaise: Use regular or light mayonnaise according to your preference. For a richer taste, you can substitute half with Greek yogurt. […]

Yields: About 4-6 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients Beer: 12 ounces of light Mexican beer (Corona, Tecate, Modelo, etc.) Tequila: 6 ounces silver tequila (or reposado for a richer flavor) Fresh Lime Juice: 4 ounces (juice from about 4 medium limes) Orange Liqueur: 1 ounce (Cointreau or Triple Sec ) Agave Nectar (or Simple […]