A Life in Food by real-life Chef Cheryl Bennett
Orange ginger dressing is light and zingy. It’s perfect for your green salads, but also great for dressing grain salads. Made with only a handful of ingredients, this dressing is quick and simple.
Salad dressings, like sherry lime vinaigrette, are easily made at home and are much less expensive than store-bought.
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…Lemon ricotta pancakes are one of our favorite weekend treats. Banana pancakes are another. You don’t need a box mix to make pancakes at home. With a handful of pantry ingredients, you can whip up a delicious breakfast from scratch in no time.
Light and fluffy, lemony and slightly sweet, these pancakes are easy to whip up for any occasion. Whether it’s a lazy Saturday or a celebratory breakfast, they are always the perfect choice.
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…Bourbon jalapeno chicken thighs are an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love. Like my rosemary lemon chicken thighs, this recipe cooks in just over 30 minutes.
The oven does most of the work here. All we have to do is make a simple marinade and let the chicken soak. The oven turns it into a crispy-skinned dinner that has a ton of flavor.
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…This is our favorite vegetarian chili recipe. It is packed with veggies, has just the right amount of beans and is perfectly seasoned. We’re incorporating more vegetarian recipes into the menu around here and this veggie chili is a welcome addition.
Cooler weather ushers in comfort food and this chili recipe is comfort food that is also good for you.
Lately, we’ve been making more vegetarian recipes for dinner. If you are a longtime vegetarian, or like us, trying to eat more vegetables and less meat, I hope this recipe becomes a favorite of yours too.
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…Flour, butternut squash, banana and eggs are all you need to make these easy 4 ingredient butternut squash dog treats. Making homemade dog treats is less expensive than store-bought and better for your pup.
For another quick and easy recipe for dog biscuits, try these pumpkin dog treats.
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…Vegan crispy tofu noodle bowl is my new “go-to” for Meatless Mondays. Crispy, sweet and spicy tofu atop fresh Asian noodles tossed in a flavorful sauce. This bowl is also packed with herbs and vegetables which makes me feel downright virtuous.
Fresh lo mein noodles form the base of this bowl. Topped with cubes of crunchy tofu, veggies and herbs, this Asian bowl is great for meal prepping or weeknight dinner.
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…Put a seafood spin on the classic with this artichoke langostino dip. Creamy and cheesy like the version everyone loves, but this one is also full of delicate langostino tails. This tasty dip is perfect for a celebration at home.
Perfect for a night in, for celebrating or for game night, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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…Lamb meal prep meatballs made with feta, mint and dill have amazing flavor. Mediterranean recipes provide tasty, nutritious lunches or dinners to help you meet your goals. One of our favorite meal prep recipes are these Mediterranean chicken meal prep bowls.
Meal prepping is easy, once you establish a routine. Try something new for your meal prep lunches or dinners with juicy, flavorful lamb meatballs.
Whether you are trying to be more mindful of what you are eating or simply trying to pack delicious work week lunches, planning ahead is key.
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…Add a little spice to your sides with these curried cauliflower fritters. Quick and healthy, these veggie cakes are also great for meal-prepping.
Vegetable fritters are an easy veggie recipe that you can make in about 30 minutes.
Learn how to make veggie cakes from whatever you have in the fridge.
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…Peppermint rum balls are a perfect quick and easy holiday treat. For traditional rum balls, check out my easy rum ball recipe.
Full of peppermint flavor, they are great for making ahead and having on hand when you need a little sweet.
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