Chocolate and Apricot Cake

Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad

As hot weather is approaching, the grills are starting to come out! One fun recipe to make on your outdoor grill or George Foreman grill is grilled romaine caesar salad.You can make your own Caesar dressing but I used a store-bought version from Trader Joes. This is a fun, quick, healthy recipe to impress your guests with. Feel free to play around to the recipe adding different types of croutons, dressings, protein, etc. Vegetarians can add roasted chickpeas for added protein and non-vegetarians can add shredded chicken.For similar nutritious recipes follow @nutritiousnicole_rdn on InstagramInterested in creating a personalized nutrition plan that is specially designed for YOU? Apply to work with me, a professional registered dietitian on my website www.nutritiousnicole.com

Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

Nutritious, easy and slightly sweet, these oatmeal breakfast bars are full of fiber and packed with fresh blueberries. My Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are so easy to whip up and are perfect for meal prep! Make a batch in under 30 minutes to prep a week’s worth of grab and go breakfasts. These bars are made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats and flax seed, so they are packed with fiber to keep you feeling full. They are lightly sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with vanilla extract, cinnamon and juicy blueberries. This may be my favorite breakfast recipe yet!

Pizza Rolls

These pizza rolls are an oldie but a goodie!Now I can’t take credit for these- this original recipe was written by Michelle Ayala, an amazing baker who was in my church congregation growing up. She taught the youth to make these, and I’ve been making them ever since. I’ve added a few of my own tweaks since then, but these rolls will always have some nostalgia for me. This is one of the first meals I made for my husband when we were married. And since then I can think of the specific places and people I’ve made this for since joining the military. They’re definitely a family favorite! The dough is mixed with italian seasoning and garlic to give it some extra flavor, and spread lightly with pasta sauce, then topped with Cheese and Pepperoni. Then after they’re baked, you take the extra sauce for dipping in. It’s seriously so fun, and makes a ton- so be prepared to have leftovers for days!If you have any questions, you can comment below! And to get extra tips and updates on all things in the kitchen, don’t forget to follow me on @theflouredcountertop on Instagram, and on Pinterest under the same name!Happy baking!

Spinach Kadhi Pakoda

Kadhi Pakoda is a traditional Indian cuisine. It’s quite popular all over India. Each region has its own recipe; for example Punjabi Kadhi, Gujrati Kadhi, Bihari style Kadhi and more. Here I am sharing my Mom’s recipe with a little twist.There are two elements in Kadhi Pakoda. First is Kadhi, which is a curry made from yogurt, besan/gram chickpea flour and spices. Second is Pakoda/ Fritters. These are made of gram chickpea flour.The twist in following recipe is that I added Spinach to Kadhi. In fritters, I added kale, spinach, spring onion, onion and cilantro leaves. These fritters were so good that they vanished soon after I took them out 😂 so I made another batch.Do try this recipe and let me know your feedback. It’s tastes amazing with rice.

Buckwheat Crêpes

Buckwheat Crêpes are the latest go to quick dinner (replacing omelettes) in our home right now! I love the nutty, earthy flavour of buckwheat - it also feels a little lighter in the tummy too. All you need to make my light, wafer thin crêpes are four simple ingredients. Once you’ve got your crêpe base - it’s all about styling it out with toppings. Savoury ...or sweet? This lovely light batter will work either way. Crêpes are also the perfect opportunity to cut down on food waste and use up all those random bits n’ bobs in the fridge before the weekly grocery shop too.This batter will happily refrigerate for up to 12 hours - a perfect solution to have on hand for making petite crêpes when a snack attack hits!

Hawaiian Pizza Bagel Bites

Today, we're making Hawaiian Pizza Bagel Bites!

Blood Orange Jam

Blood Oranges are a beautiful fruit that are named from their deep ruby, orange and pink flesh. Blood oranges have a sweeter taste than regular oranges, They are only available for a short time span each year, so why not take the opportunity to preserve nature’s goodness while we can? December usually marks the beginning of the season when grocery stores carry blood oranges, and the season runs for a couple of months. We like to use this delicious, beautiful jam on toast, sandwiches, pancakes, waffles, ect... This recipe is easy, and makes great use of this seasonal fruit. The jam is canned so you can enjoy the delicious fruit of your labor all spring, summer and fall!

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Calling all chocolate cookie lovers! Are you looking for a quick and delicious gluten-free cookie?! Well, look no further. These Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are SO good. They’re soft, fudge-y and only require 1 bowl! They taste just like a brownie in the shape of a cookie :) The best part, they’re gluten-free and can be made vegan and keto too.If you’re looking for an easy dessert that will impress, then look no further. What are you waiting for? Try them today and let me know what you think. I hope you like them as much as I do!

Buballeh

A traditional Passover dish that my great grandmother used to cook for my mother, who cooked it for me every Passover when I was a kid. It originated somewhere in Poland, pre- WWII. My great grandmother called it Buballeh, we call it Passover Pancake.

Pina Colada Smoothie (non-alcoholic)

It is 90 degrees in Florida this week which calls for smoothie weather! One of my favorite things to sip on at the beach is a pina colada, so I made one at home with no alcohol and just 4 ingredients! I layered this smoothie to create an ombre effect but that is completely optional. Topped with coconut whipped cream, coconut flakes, and chopped pineapple. This will make you feel like you are lounging on a beach in the tropics!For similar recipes, follow @nutritiousnicole_rdn on InstagramInterested in working with a registered dietitian to meet your health goals? I work with clients to create a personalized nutrition plan that best fits their needs. Apply to work with me on my website www.nutritiousnicole.com

Roasted Corn Salsa

Before you know you are going to be seeing loads of fresh husked corn in your local grocery stores. As we turn our thoughts and cravings to Spring and Summer food fare, corn is definitely on the top of my list.I happen to be one of those people that loves the sweet taste and crisp bite of fresh corn but I hate getting it stuck in may teeth. I am always the one at the dinner table with the knife taking my corn off the cob. So any recipe I can make with corn off the cob is my jam! I made this roasted salsa one night and it has become one of the favorite summer sides at barbecues and family weeknight dinners alike. This is a great side for a picnic or barbecue because there is no dairy in it. Just fresh lime juice, a little olive oil and of course some salt and pepper! So feel free to keep it out for a while people pick and graze with no worrying of spoilage. Cheers to Summer!

Vegan Fluffy Pizza

Today I want to share with you my recipe for an all vegan cream-based fluffy pizza - it's ridiculously good!The inspiration behind this one is actually a PizzaHut pizza. In some European countries, PizzaHut makes a carbonara pizza which has always been my favourite, but for a while now I've lived in a country where they don't serve it. So I've been trying to make my own version of it. I never quite nailed it, but I managed to come pretty close a few times. This is by no means that, as there's nothing vegan about the original, but that's where I got the inspiration for these flavours.If you like my content, you can check here for more!

Sweet and Smoky Tempeh Bowl

This Sweet and Smoky Tempeh is an absolute weeknight staple for me. The simple marinade is made of five pantry staples in equal parts, so it is one of the few recipes I actually have memorized!If you are unsure whether you like tempeh, I would recommend that you try this recipe! Some people say that it helps to boil the tempeh first, but I have never done that. I just whip up a marinade and toss the tempeh cubes in for 30 minutes to an hour. The marinating is absolutely necessary! For this bowl, I paired the tempeh with some marinated kale, roasted sweet potatoes, and topped it with a spicy cilantro cashew sauce.

Air Fryer French Fries

I’ve been cooking with an air fryer for almost two years now and loving it! It is amazing what this little appliance can do and how amazing the results are. I know I’ve tried to make oven fries before and although they’re acceptable, I can’t say they’re truly like fries. I think they’re more like roasted potatoes than true French fries. The air fryer has changed that for me. In fact, we started growing many different types of potatoes in our garden just so we can try them as air fryer fries. Last year, we grew Russian blues, Yukon golds, kennebec, banana fingerling and red gold. Our favorite were the purple Vikings, with purple skin and a creamy white interior. The potato itself cooks up fluffy and crisps up very nicely. If you’ve never tried air fryer fries then you definitely must try this now. They won’t taste like ones from the fryer but keep in mind they’re not cooked in a whole lot of oil. They’re healthier and completely addicting especially when you can have fresh cooked fries anytime.

Funfetti Cheesecake

This creamy vanilla cheesecake has a Golden Oreo crust and is filled and topped with sprinkles! It is also topped with a dyed white chocolate ganache and whipped cream swirls. It tastes just as good as it looks!If you know me, you know that I LOVE anything with sprinkles and I love cheesecake. I just love the pop of color that they add and how versatile they are. The Golden Oreo crust and ganache topping on this dessert add just the perfect pop of sweetness to this rich vanilla cheesecake. I hope that you enjoy making this cheesecake as much as I do!

If You Love Lucky Charms, You'll Love These Cookies -

My kids favorite part of Lucky Charms, the marshmallows of course! When spring rolls around we are always looking for fun recipes to whip up. If you love Lucky Charms, you’ll love these cookies. They are the perfect spring dessert to keep your kids smiling. They are definitely “magically delicious.”

Zucchini Turkey Burger Recipe

I'm a big fan of grilling during the week. This Zucchini Turkey Burger Recipe for a Weeknight Meal is super juicy because I used dark turkey meat.

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Au Gratin

This stunning side dish consists of perfectly cooked zucchini and yellow squash slices baked in a delicious cream sauce with a browned breadcrumb-Parmesan topping. Zucchini and Yellow Squash Au Gratin so good, you will want seconds!!! This recipe serves 8 but can be easily made in half for 4 servings.

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

are crispy and chocolatey with just the right amount of peanut butter flavor. They are so simple to make and a great recipe for kids to help with. Get can get really creative with decorating No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies for different seasons and holidays!!!

Vegetarian Enchiladas Verdes

Perfectly spicy, fresh and packed with veggies, you can’t go wrong with these homemade vegetarian enchiladas verdes!

Garlic Dijon Roasted Kohlrabi

A perfect unexpected Easter side dish or a quick and easy weeknight side, this Garlic Dijon Roasted Kohlrabi is a nice change from your standard veggie choices. Give it a try and fall in love!A quick and easy weeknight side dish, this Garlic Dijon Roasted Kohlrabi is a nice change from your standard veggie choices. Give it a try and fall in love!Last year around this time the pandemic was in its infancy and I think we all sort of thought (I know I thought this at least) that we would all have a few weeks at home wearing pajamas and baking bread and then we would all return to our offices and things would go on as they always have.Part of those early times included a fear of going to the grocery store (at least for me) and between that and my desire to use part of my stimulus to support local businesses, I decided to join a CSA for the first time.

Philly Cheese Steaks at Home!

For some reason I always thought that making cheese steaks at home would be difficult but it's the opposite! Such a quick recipe the whole family will eat.

Make It Your Way Minestrone Soup

Fudgy Matcha Brownies (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

These Fudgy matcha Brownies are the best thing you’ll ever try with Matcha! Incredibly extra fudgy and dense, made with real chocolate, matcha powder and a little bit of almond flour. Super easy Matcha brownies made from scratch.

Mediterranean Fava Beans

Healthy, filling, savory and absolutely delicious! This Mediterranean green fava bean dish is super easy to make and will leave you feeling light and satisfied 😊Have your taste buds changed over the years? They actually have for me. When I was a little girl, my mom used to make green fava beans all the time and I absolutely hated it! I don't know what it was but I couldn't stomach it. However, as I grew older, I've noticed a change in my taste preference. As a little girl I used to love sweet but as a grown woman, now I prepare savory and sour dishes.This meal now is a definite favorite of mine, give it a try and let me know how you like it

Mini Pineapple Carrot Cake

This Mini Pineapple Carrot Cake is perfect for smaller gatherings for Easter! The 6-Inch cake is moist, full of fresh carrots, and sweetened with diced pineapple and juice. The cake is finished with a light cream cheese frosting and a candied nut topping.

Cauliflower Au Gratin

A delicious vegetarian cauliflower gratin with about half the calories of a regular recipe. Cauliflower Au Gratin is a healthy alternative for the whole family. It’s also perfect side dish for any holiday!

Healthy Egg Salad | Made With Greek Yoghurt!

If you’ve got lots of leftover hardboiled eggs from the Easter holiday, this is the perfect recipe for you! Egg salad is the tastiest make ahead lunch or dinner side dish. It’s also a crowd-pleaser for your summer barbeque. Even better? It’s very low carb, high protein, gluten free and keto friendly!For more recipes like this one you can visit my blog StaceyLives.Com or Instagram @StaceyLives.

Banana Tahini Chocolate Chip Muffins

· Print RecipeThese banana tahini chocolate chip muffins are the perfect healthy treat that you need in your life! They are my new go-to recipe when my freezer stash is running low, and once you try them, I bet they’ll become yours, too! They are made with oat flour and chickpea flour, and sweetened just with honey, making them gluten free and refined sugar free. Plus, they’re loaded with mini chocolate chips, which leave warm chocolate puddles throughout the interior. If you’d rather make these as strictly breakfast muffins, leave out the chocolate and add some nuts! But in my opinion, a little chocolate in the morning is good for the soul.

Sour Orange and Tequila Upside Down Cake

A bright citrusy and boozy upside-down cake filled with cinnamon, tequila, and topped with a brown sugar caramel. This is definitely my favorite cake of the season. It is soft and moist, endlessly adaptable and simple to throw together. Sour oranges are marinated in tequila and then cutely arranged into a layer of brown sugar caramel, topped with a buttermilk and tequila-spiked cake batter and then baked. This cake is delicious served warm with ice cream, or leftover with a morning cup of coffee. This is a spring-inspired cake that you will make over and over again.

Hearty Pesto Tortellini and Sausage Soup

This heart pesto tortellini and sausage soup will sure will warm your soul. A bowl of soup is always my favorite comforting recipe. I enjoy soups specially on a rainy or cold day. Here in Los Angeles, it doesn't get that cold, but when it rains it is my excuse to dust off my cast iron pot and start cooking. This is a very easy recipe and very versatile, since you can add any veggies you like. I used mushrooms, onions, carrots, celery I had on hand and added a handful of baby spinach at the end. I used fresh pesto tortellini pasta for this recipe, but you may used cheese tortellini as well. I like to first sautee the onions, sausage and mushroom. Then add the carrots, celery and dry herbs before I add the veggie stock and cooked beans, then let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Then you may add the tortellini, pesto sauce and spinach. It is now ready to be served, add some freshly grated Pecorino Romano on top and slice of nice warm rustic bread.

White Chocolate Matcha Muffins

An unusual muffin combination that you are going to LOVE is ready for all your spring baking fun! Harnessing the nutrient power of matcha, these white chocolate matcha muffins smell like waffle cones while baking and offer earthy matcha notes balanced with pure maple syrup, Truvia Sweet Complete, white chocolate morsels, and toasted pecan pieces.Though this recipe is made to be a little healthier than your traditional muffin recipe, you can absolutely substitute many of the ingredients for items that you already have in your pantry.I am BEYOND excited for you to try this batch - check out some additional tips here: https://hearthhealthhappiness.com/white-chocolate-matcha-muffins/.Until next time, cheers to your hearth, health, and happiness!

Easy Chana Masala Dish

Chana Masala is a dish I recently stumbled upon yet fell in love with almost instantly! It's made with chickpeas, tomatoes and many warm spices. The flavors and texture is beyond amazing and I love how cozy this dish is. It's part of Indian cuisine; "Chana" means chickpeas and "masala" means a blend of spices. This is a super hearty dish and is insanely easy to make. There are only a minimal amount of ingredients needed and all of the ingredients used in this recipe are most likely already in your home. If this sounds and looks amazing, continue reading to make this recipe!Check out our blog for more recipes like this here.

Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Bake

Growing up I never tasted creamy pasta dishes because it was not something my mom was accustomed to cooking. I think my first taste of any kind of creamy pasta was one that I made myself from a package. It was one of those dried instant side dishes. At that time, it was amazing how good that tasted. Fast forward now, and I can’t imagine eating anything but pasta cooked with real cream. It’s the reason why pasta Alfredo tastes so good. Nothing beats real cream. I came up with this dish as I am often prepping meals that I can easily throw into the oven to bake after a long day at work. It’s hearty and incredibly satisfying digging into any kind of baked pasta. My family loves it and I hope yours does too.

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole is to die for! Delicious shredded chicken smothered in an utterly creamy sauce made out of sour cream and one more delicious ingredient! Add a hint of spicy pickled jalapenos to the mix and this dish guaranteed to become a staple recipe in your house. Quick and easy!

Hidden Cauliflower Chicken Crust Pizza – Low Carb, Gluten Free

A healthy and high protein Cauliflower Chicken Crust Pizza in a personal size. With no flour and a few simple ingredients, this is a perfect gluten free, low carb and keto cauliflower chicken pizza crust for all your favorite toppings.

Strawberry Jello Poke Cake

Incredibly light, moist and bursting with flavor! This Strawberry Jello Poke Cake is always a crowd favorite…but it will be our secret that it only took about 15 minutes of work to make.

Triple Chip Birthday Scones

Today, we’re making Triple Chip Birthday Scones!