Ingredients For the Chicken Shawarma 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp shawarma spice blend (see note below) 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp ground coriander 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat) Salt […]
Chicken with Summer Succotash Recipe
Ingredients For the chicken 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (around 6 oz each) 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper For the succotash 2 tbsp butter 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 3 ears) 1 cup […]
Chicken Bacon and Rice Bowls Recipe
Ingredients Rice: 1 cup uncooked rice of your choice (white, brown, jasmine, basmati) Chicken: 1-1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Bacon: 4-6 slices thick-cut bacon Vegetables 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced Optional: 1 cup other vegetables like broccoli florets, bell peppers, mushrooms Seasonings Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 […]
Quinoa Power Salad Recipe
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 […]
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe
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 […]
Chocolate Sheet Cake With Peanut Butter Icing Recipe
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 […]
Easy Cheddar Cheese Sauce Recipe
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 […]
Easiest Fruit Salad Recipe
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, […]
Easiest Cauliflower Couscous Salad Recipe
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 […]
Easiest 1 Hour Roast Beef Recipe
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) […]