This rich and creamy Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie with Avocado is a chocolatey, nutrient-packed treat with protein and veggies. Ready in about five minutes and easy to make banana-free, it’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Smoothies are a great way to enjoy fruit and veggies in a drink that tastes like a milkshake. This … Read more

Simple Greek Salmon Rice Bowls make an easy, flavorful weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy. Ready in under 30 minutes, these bowls are highly customizable — serve the salmon on its own or combine it with marinated vegetables, feta, tzatziki and other Mediterranean toppings over a bed of rice for a satisfying meal. I’m … Read more

This Peanut Mango Chicken Stir Fry is an easy weeknight dinner with a bright mango-infused peanut sauce and generous chunks of fresh mango that will please the whole table. Let’s do a mango tango tonight, shall we? I’ve fallen hard for mangoes — fresh, frozen, blended into smoothies or frozen treats. This Peanut Mango Chicken … Read more

These chewy, ultra-chocolatey cosmic brownie cookies are a nostalgic treat in every bite. A fudgy no-chill cookie base is finished with a silky chocolate ganache and topped with mini rainbow chips—just like the childhood snack you remember. They’re quick to prepare and perfect when you want a deeply chocolatey cookie. I grew up with Little … Read more

Berry season calls for this Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad—a bright, easy salad with fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese, toasted pecans, crispy bacon and creamy avocado. Ready in minutes and finished with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette, it makes a delightful side or a satisfying main when you add grilled chicken. This Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad is … Read more

This edible peanut butter cookie dough is an easy, safe way to satisfy your cookie dough craving. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s packed with peanut butter and can be customized with add-ins like Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter cups, or chocolate chips. As kids we weren’t supposed to eat raw cookie dough—yet many of us … Read more

Double chocolate is the obvious answer for brownies. These Double Chocolate White Bean Brownies are easy to make and packed with protein from white beans. Simply blend the ingredients, bake, and enjoy! Some ingredient combinations sound unlikely at first, but they work surprisingly well together. Case in point: white beans and chocolate. At first you … Read more

This is my attempt at a version of Grandma’s zucchini bread that I think improves on the original. The biggest change I made was leaving out raisins—most readers preferred it without them. The result is a moist, cinnamon-spiced loaf with a crunchy sugar top. Prep takes about 15 minutes and a few old-fashioned tips make … Read more

Make delicious, budget-friendly energy bars at home with this easy no-bake lemon coconut bar recipe. Bright lemon, toasted coconut, sweet dates and a mix of nuts combine into a chewy, tangy snack that takes minutes to prepare. I’m a big fan of snack bars — granola, energy, and cookie bars alike. Instead of paying a … Read more

Quick and easy, this Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with vegetables, beans, corn and bold spice. It takes about 10 minutes to prep and is simple to make — perfect for piling on your favorite toppings. This is my go-to chicken tortilla soup, especially when using an Instant Pot. The chicken stays tender … Read more