After creating over 150 Instant Pot recipes for my cookbook and website, it’s safe to say that the Instant Pot and I are besties. I can give you tips to avoid getting the burn notice, overcooking meat, and getting your eggs to turn out perfectly. And making the most delicious rice! You’ll be making this …
Side Dishes
You will love Shrimp Ceviche with Mango! You’ll love Shrimp Ceviche with Mango for its delicious blend of tropical flavors. The tangy ceviche pairs perfectly with the sweet mango, creating a refreshing dish. It’s a light and flavorful option, ideal for a refreshing appetizer or snack on any occasion. What is Shrimp Ceviche? Shrimp ceviche …
If you’re wondering if dill pesto is just basil pesto made with dill…. you’re right. I made some one night to serve with a big plate of grilled vegetables and loved it SO MUCH. I had planned on posting the whole thing as one recipe, but as I was using the leftover pesto in different …
This Sauteed Green Beans Recipe will change your mind on vegetables The first time I made these, I needed a quick side dish for company who was coming for dinner and started cooking from the hip. I don’t have a lot of green bean recipes (for obvious reasons) and I didn’t have time to cook …
It’s possible to make a big batch of sweet potato hash browns without babysitting them at the stove! My oven method mimics frying hash browns so you can easily make them for a crowd. Crispy Sweet Potato Hash After spending so many years trying to make hash browns on the stove, I finally figured out …
Have you ever grilled melon? It intensifies and caramelizes the natural sugars and adds a little smokiness. It’s divine.
This recipe was originally an idea I had for my last book, but no matter how much flavor you add to them, steamed carrots are just…. meh. Roasted carrots? Way, way better.
I’m usually a savory squash girl, but making roasted butternut squash with maple and my homemade chai spice was the best decision I made this Thanksgiving!
Have you tried Pan-Fried Green Beans with Bacon? It’s the ONLY way to eat green beans, really. The beans are crisp-tender and infused with the amazing taste of bacon – what could be better? It’s also just TWO ingredients (I’ll let you guess which two), a hot skillet for sautéing and you’re set! You’re going …
This delicious cauliflower puree is full of flavor and easily made in your Instant Pot! Serve it as a low carb alternative to regular mashed potatoes or a nutritious side dish alongside a roast or pork chops.
Here’s how to make a dry brine turkey — along with a flavorful herb butter for good measure! It’s so much easier than using a wet brine.
There’s nothing better than the smell of roasted fall vegetables, no? This easy side dish would be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table!
Who knew that cabbage caramelized in bacon drippings could be such a delicious and easy side dish?
If you’ve never liked kale chips, I urge you to try these. Massaging lemon juice into the kale takes away the bitterness, and the ranch seasoning + nutritional yeast is a delicious combination!
This simple slaw is such a versatile staple in my recipe collection! It’s a snap to whip together. It’s not mayo-based, so it lasts a long time, and it makes your tacos and taco salads even more amazing!
How’s everyone feeling this morning? Candy hangover happening? Every year I’m like, “I can totally live without candy. I don’t even like candy that much.” And then I pop a few Reese’s which is my gateway to Snickers, Twix, and York. When I break out some Skittles I know I’ve gone off the deep end.
Want to know the secrets to making Crispy Sweet Potato Chips? I’ve got the tricks right here.
I have made sushi bowls so many times that this recipe is now on our family’s favorite dinner list AND we had “Sushi Bowl Sunday” going for months. It never gets old! It’s easy to adapt to to your liking and a cinch to make. I’ll show you how!
Over the last decade I’ve been told that I never lead anyone “astray” with my recipes. I do all the experimenting so you don’t have to! I ask myself “what if?” a lot when creating dishes. Take potato salad for instance. What if I roast the potatoes instead of boiling them? What if I use …
I spent several years on the paleo end of the nutritional spectrum and, as a result, mastered a lot of grain-free baking hacks! One of my favorite (and most used recipes) was this Gluten Free Flatbread. It makes delicious paleo-friendly sandwich wraps and curry dippers!
These balsamic roasted vegetables are roasted in a tangy balsamic marinade and topped with more balsamic glaze and a sprinkling of salty feta. It’s an easy, versatile recipe that’s great for a Thanksgiving side dish, a holiday dinner party, or during the warmer months alongside some grilled meat.
Cauliflower rice reminds me of my dad. I made it once when we were there visiting, and I told him it was a “special kind of rice”, and he — Mr. Meat-and-potatoes-hates-all-vegetables paused for a second then ate two helpings. I guess he figures I eat weird stuff so “rice” seemed safe. We never told …
Grilled pineapple adds a punch of sweetness to basic fresh salsa and goes great with tacos, lettuce wraps, salads, or simply grilled meat!
This cucumber jicama slaw is a great alternative to cabbage or salad greens as a taco topping! Also great with grilled meats.