Baked Honey Cauliflower Wings

Carrot Cake Cookies

Carrot cake has carrots, so it’s technically a vegetable, Seriously, though, I totally love carrot cake. When I was in culinary school, I was gifted the carrot cake recipe of the grandmother of my boss. And you know what I did...at some point through the years, I lost the recipe. And I have never been able to recreate it. I’ve come close, but I haven’t gotten it just where I want it. I’ll keep trying, but in the meantime, I have several other options for carrot goodies, including these delicious carrot cake cookies!My best friend from my culinary school internship actually provided me with the original recipe for these delicious carrot cake cookies. After a few tweaks, I’ve made them my own, and I love the result. One of my favorite things about these cookies is that they are delicious with or without the icing. I could totally gobble them up on their own! Also, in all seriousness, they are loaded with carrots, pecans, and raisins, so while they are not a go-to healthy option, they are slightly more guilt-free than some other dessert choices.

Roasted Chickpeas

Roasted chickpeas are an easy, healthy snack when you want something tasty and crunchy! They’re full of protein, fibre and healthy carbs.Rinse a can of chickpeas to remove the starch, then let drain in a colander.

Strawberry Tartlets

Make the components of this strawberry tartlet recipe ahead of time for a special, yet quick dessert. And with a mini strawberry tart, you get the benefit of satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt of a big dessert! 😉I’ve said it before; I am all about mini desserts! My sweet tooth is assuaged without the guilt of a large treat. When a little bit of a post-dinner sweet is combined with the ease of this make-ahead dessert, then it is an even greater win!These strawberry tartlets have three simple components:The simple, sugar-cookie-like mini-tart shells can be made ahead and even frozen if need be.This fresh strawberry curd can be made ahead and frozen.Fresh strawberries to top your mini strawberry tarts.

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Pancakes

Is there anything better than starting off your day with pancakes? I think not. Especially when they're Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie pancakes! These pancakes are so tasty and are the perfect addition to your breakfast spread. I mean no brunch or breakfast is complete without pancakes am I right?This recipe creates insanely soft, fluffy, not too sweet pancakes that have the perfect flavor combos. Might I say, you can even consider this recipe to be healthy. With minimal sugar (only 1 tbsp) and oats, you can definitely get away with these as morning food. But who are we kidding, any dessert can pass as morning food. Anyways, I am so excited to give you this recipe, so let's start!For additional tips and tricks to nail this recipe, check out the full recipe post on my blog here.

Turmeric and Ginger Roasted Carrots

Easter is coming up, and I felt like it was time to start adding some more side dishes to my blog. Carrots are a great side dish for so many reasons. First, you can season them with so many different flavors. Second, they are super nutritious. Third, they are just so pretty!

Three Cheese Macaroni and Cheese

This three cheese macaroni and cheese is one of my favorite Easter side dishes. One of the first recipes I learned to cook as a child was homemade macaroni and cheese. It’s one of my favorite comfort foods today although I don’t eat it as often.

Sweet Potato Tacos With Black Beans and Pickled Green Onions

Sweet Potato Tacos – These vegan tacos are so hearty and filling, you won’t miss the meat! With cumin spiced sweet potatoes and black beans over a charred crispy (gluten-free) tortilla topped with pickled onions, these tacos are to die for! They’re bound to become a favorite for taco Tuesday! Combine these tacos with my Tomatillo Salsa for even more flavor.

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.

'Happee Birthdae' Harry Potter Birthday Cake

"It's not every day your young man turns 11 now, is it?" If you've seen Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, you'll remember the scene where Hagrid brings Harry a birthday cake on his 11th birthday when he comes to hand-deliver his Hogwarts letter. Hard to pick a favorite scene from that movie, but that one's up there for me!If you've never seen the Sorcerer's Stone.... honestly I'm super curious how you landed on this page, but you should see it regardless! ;) And maybe the best part of that scene? - makers of birthday cakes for Harry Potter fans don't need to look too hard for inspiration! Recipe below!

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.

Strawberry Curd

When I decided to make this Strawberry Curd, I used my stand-by lemon curd recipe, just swapping strawberry puree for the lemon juice. To say that I was underwhelmed would be an understatement. Not only was the first taste on my tongue egg yolk, but the bright strawberry color faded to a dull pinkish/beige-ish color that I found completely unappealing.The challenge was finding a balance between enough egg to help the strawberry puree set up to curd consistency, but not too much that I ended up with ‘egg yolk curd!’ In my experimenting, I finally realized that the strawberry was just not a strong enough flavor to overcome the egg yolks.As I was noodling ways to up the strawberry flavor, I quickly considered and discarded added strawberry extract. And that’s when I had my McGyver moment…strawberry powder! I had made and used raspberry powder for my Raspberry Macarons and knew that not only was it easy to make, but it really made a big impact on both flavor and color.

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!

Eggless Spelt Flour Banana Bread

Banana Bread is a regular at my home. Both my son and husband love it. That’s why I keep trying different versions of Banana Bread. Sometimes I add cocoa powder, sometimes choco chips, sometimes walnut or sometimes it’s just plain.This time I baked it using spelt flour. I also added pumpkin seeds, choco chips and coconut chips. It came out nice and soft. Hubby and little one finished half of it within an hour. They loved it so much that I have baked it 3-4 times since then.For those who are not familiar with Spelt flour, here is a brief introduction. Spelt is an ancient grain, very similar to wheat. It has a lighter texture and is a healthy substitute for all purpose flour.Do try this recipe and share your feedback.

German Chocolate Box Mix Brownies

I think German Chocolate cake is one of those sort of polarizing foods that people either love or hate. I personally adore German Chocolate cake, and for me the best part is the sweet, nutty, coconut frosting.And while like I said, I love German Chocolate, the cake is actually a bit of a hassle to make. So I decided that in order to get that awesome topping, I would go ahead and whip up a box of brownie mix, and take it to the next level by making them into German Chocolate Brownies.The box mix is just your standard fudge brownie mix, but the topping I made from scratch, and it takes the brownies from generic box brownie fare (which, lets be honest, is still freaking amazing) and gives it that oomph and wow factor.

Roasted Carrot, Beet & Arugula Salad

This colorful roasted carrot, beet & arugula salad is topped with goat cheese, walnuts & radishes, then drizzled with a lemon Dijon maple dressing. It’s a beautiful vegetarian side dish that’s perfect for spring!

Double Chocolate Almond Flour Cookies

Almond flour is truly a game-changer in baking! I love the added moist texture it adds to recipes, especially cookies. This recipe actually did not need any butter because of the high content of almond flour! These cookies are a great snack that helps to keep you fuller for a long period of time with a high but healthy fat content and low amount of sugar. I hope you all enjoy these as much as I did, please check out the recipe below. Leave a comment below if you have ever baked with almond flour and if so, let me know what you have made!

10 Minute Chocolate Porridge

10 minute Chocolate porridge is the easiest and tastiest breakfast recipe you’ll ever make. Unbelievably creamy, with chocolatey flavor oatmeal porridge with plenty of delicious toppings will set the tone for the upcoming day. Start your breakfast the right way!

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.

Thin Mint Cocktail

March is Women Empowerment Month, so to celebrate I created a new mint flavored cocktail and creating the Mini Women EmpowerMint Bevvie Series :)This is contribution to the Woman EmpowerMint Series is also a part of the Nostalgic Cocktail Series (which you can find on my website cooklikeatid.wordpress.com) because Girl Scouts have been selling these coveted cookies since 1951. Plus, even though I was never a Girl Scout, I have looked forward to Girl Scout cookie season for decades now.I know there are year-round copycat cookies, but I love buying the original thing once a year. I think the anticipation is partly what makes it so great, honestly. But now, if I want more Girl Scout cookie flavors throughout the year, I'm gonna have them in cocktail form. Next, I'm gonna have to make a Samoas (or Caramel Delights) cocktail, since that is actually my favorite Girl Scout cookie of all time.

CINNAMON ROLL HACK

Make this simple change the next time you make cinnamon rolls and take your family breakfast to the next level, you won’t regret it!

Racuchy (Polish Apple "pancakes")

Racuchy is one of our traditional Polish dishes, very similar to pancakes but they're actually yeast-based. My favourite are apple racuchy, and that's what I made today!This meal is a part of an on-going weekly collaboration over at Instagram, where a group of fellow foodies and I come up with some new themes or challenges each week in order to motivate ourselves to get out of our comfort zones and spend more time in the kitchen. Anyone can join, so if you feel like you'd like to experiment more in the kitchen but lack motivation and inspiration - go over to Instagram and DM any one of us to join! :)If you like my content you can check here for more!

Tomato Basil Bruschetta

This fresh tomato basil bruschetta is the perfect easy appetizer for those warm summer nights. Pair it nicely with a fresh squeezed lemonade or local bottle of wine and enjoy the savory flavors of tomatoes and basil infused with garlic and extra virgin olive oil over a crispy baguette. I absolutely love tomatoes, they are my most favorite vegetable. I can eat them fresh out of the garden like an apple, sliced on top of things, cooked, stewed and more. Like literally, every way you can eat a tomato, I’ll do it. I love them that much! For the past several years I’ve grown a garden…which honestly consists only of tomatoes and basil plants. I’m not joking! These tomato basil bruschetta bites would be the perfect food for a picnic! Make everything ahead of time, pack into containers (keep the bread and tomatoes separate until ready to serve) and enjoy! They would go great with my grilled caprese zucchini roll-ups and banana split kabob sticks for dessert!

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

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!

Chanterelle Mushroom Pizza Recipe

Hey there foodies friends, So happy to share with you that Episode #2 of Behind the Greek Apron is up and we hope you enjoy it. I want to thank everyone who listened to the first episode and supported us. Krystina and I are very new to podcasting and we are trying to figure things out. One thing I do know is that it is so much fun. On to my Roasted Chanterelle Mushroom Pizza Recipe. Mushrooms!!! Just love them. Mushrooms and Dill I can’t live without them. I found Chanterelle Mushrooms in the supermarket the other day. This is quite unusual because all I am able to find is white and portobello mushrooms, so you can imagine my surprise when I came across these in the produce section. So, this pizza is not really made with dough batter but with one wholewheat pita bread. I marinated the pita bread on both sides in lemon juice and olive oil for 10 minutes and topped it with the marinated mushrooms. This pita bread was quite large so it was enough for two people. There are various sizes of pita bread in the market from small to large so adapt the ingredients to the size of the pita bread. If you’re fasting, vegetarian or vegan then you will love this roasted Chanterelle Mushroom recipe. For the fans of Mushrooms like me well this recipe is simply delicious!! BTW you can use any kind of Mushrooms you prefer I was just delighted to find these specific mushrooms. Have a wonderful and safe weekend everyone!! KALI MAS OREXI!! 🙂 Low Fat Cheese Pizza on Tortilla Wrap“Low Fat Cheese Pizza on Tortilla Wrap” — Foodzesty

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

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.”

Double Chocolate Olive Oil Muffins

Super easy muffins you can whip up in half an hour or lessAs much as I love a baking project that requires time and dedication (looking at you croissants) sometimes all I want is some chocolatey hit and I want it fast!This recipe (adapted from also the crumbs please )is perfect for those times, it is super fast and easy to put together. No special mixing method. Just mix all your dry ingredients in one bowl and your wet in another and combine…bam! warm chocolate muffins in less than half an hour.I used olive oil in place of vegetable oil or butter to make it a little bit more nutritious, I also really like the combination of olive and chocolate flavours.Because I like my baked goods less sweet, I have reduced the amount of sugar and chocolate chips but feel free to adjust to your liking.This is also a really versatile base chocolate muffin base, you can add nuts, fruits or any other additions you may like. Don’t like olive oil? swap for neutral oil or maybe browned butter? (mmm) add as little or much chocolate chips as you want, or go for chopped chocolate. So many possibilities!I do hope you try it! if you do please tag me @dessertsforlunch on instagram :)

Roasted Asparagus, Cheese and Fresh Herb Tart

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

HELLO Peanut butter, chocolate, and banana bread... can you really go wrong?? This tasty treat is delicious in the morning for breakfast or in the afternoon as a treat with a cup of tea. Feel free to leave the PB out if that is not your jam, but it is sure delicious! Get creative and add walnuts or other nuts and toppings for a crunch. I bet crunchy PB would even be good! The slow hand mixing of this one makes it extra moist and delicate. Enjoy the easy picture to grab all of your ingredients below and happy baking!!

Veg Biryani

This is the best one pot meal one can have during any occasion! Veg Biryani is cooked with veggies, aromatic Indian spices & some assorted dry fruits......loaded with tons of flavour and texture. Overall this delicious biryani is magnificent on its own way & can be enjoyed with a bowl of onion raita or simple curd!!!

Cinnamon Sugar Easter Muffins

Moroccan Saffron Chicken

Last Updated on May 20, 2020 by Moroccan Saffron Chicken A little smoky and sweet, this Moroccan Saffron Chicken will soon become a family favorite.

The Best One Pot Lasagna Soup

Calling all lasagna lovers! Our One Pot Lasagna Soup has all the tastiness of lasagna in a creamy bowl of savory soup! Even better, it takes less than 30 minutes to make, and you'll only need to clean ONE pot!Note: this post contains affiliate links

Easter Nut Roll Recipe

This flaky Easter Nut Roll recipe is one of my favorite Easter desserts. Make my never fail nut roll recipe for your Easter dessert.

Spring Cheese Board

Springtime is a perfect time of the year to enjoy the outdoors, picnics at the park or wine tasting with a delicious cheese board pairings.I want to share this beautiful and delicious cheese boards I prepared a few weeks ago, when we visited one of our favorite wineries in Santa Inez Valley in Buellton, CA.I called ahead of time to get the list of the wine tasting flight to coordinate the cheese pairings and enjoy a beautiful day with the hubby.Here is my easy guide:White Wines are best paired with Soft cheeses. Sauvignon blanc goes well with goat cheese and brie cheese with a sparkling wine or champagne wine. .Light body red wines like Pinot Noirs are paired with more nutty cheese like gruyere.More bolder red wines like Cabernets and Zinfandels, goes well with aged cheddar or one of my favorite is the Toscano cheese. This is a nutty cheese that pairs well with all red wines.

Orange Pomegranate Jelly Instant Pot Recipe

How to make orange pomegranate jelly in the Instant Pot. This is an easy jelly recipe that's perfect for beginners. It's made without pectin, so it's a good recipe to use even if you've never made jelly before.

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.