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{recipes} Live Well, Eat Well: Ode To The Avocado by @NikkiWoods

Salads, Vegetarian
Well “ode” may be a bit dramatic but some of my fondest memories are of sitting on the kitchen stool, watching my grandmother neatly slice up an avocado, admiring the cool green color as she tossed it on top of some lettuce, used it as a plate garnishment or smashed...

Fresh Cantaloupe Green Iced Tea

Drinks & cocktails, Kid-friendly
There are two of a few favorite drinks in my family, fresh iced tea and fresh cantaloupe juice. Cantaloupe juice is incredibly refreshing and can be easily turned into a fabulous summer cocktail. ;) I recently purchased an iced-tea pitcher. What's great is that there is a cylinder in the...

Asian Style Pork Roast

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Pork
Like many busy mommas, I adore my slow cooker. I plop the ingredients in the pot, turn it on and go about my day. At dinnertime, as if I was slaving away all day, a fabulous dinner is served! This recipe for Asian Style Pork Roast takes a four and...

Pork Chops with Broccolini in White Wine Butter Sauce for @KenmoreConnect

Entertaining/Holidays, Pork
As we gear up to get ready for back to school (many of you  already have), the essence of my "Great Everyday Meals" motto couldn't ring truer than during the crazy, busy school year. As I set my alarm earlier than usual to get breakfast and my mind ready for...

Spicy Sausage & Seafood Pasta for @KenmoreConnect

Entertaining/Holidays, Pasta, Seafood
Seafood pasta is one of my most favorite Italian-style dishes. Tender and sweet bits of mussels, clams, shrimp and squid mimic the tenderness of the fluffy wide pasta it sits on. The broth consisting of nothing more than olive oil, clam juice and white wine, this dish only sounds ultra...

Stove Top Shrimp & Chicken Paella #SundaySupper

Poultry, Seafood
Paella is such a beloved Spanish dish consisting of long grain rice cooked and baked with chorizo, a variety of seafood and chicken. What makes paella so delicious and decadent is the inclusion of saffron which turns the rice into a beautiful earthy yellow color. Paella is a one-pan dish...

Nutella Banana Smoothie

Desserts, Drinks & cocktails, Kid-friendly
For chocolate lovers, Nutella hits the spot in so many ways. Made famous as a crepe stuffing, you would be surprised what other fabulous things you can do with this amazingly thick, chocolate hazelnut spread. This recipe for Nutella Banana Smoothie is so easy, calling it a recipe is almost...

Spicy Lemon Kale & Walnut Pesto for @KenmoreConnect

Pasta, Vegetarian
Pesto is classically made with Basil, pine nuts, olive oil and Parmesan cheese. This recipe for Spicy Lemon Kale & Walnut Pesto gives the classic a new twist minus the Parmesan cheese, using the leafy green that is said to help fight cancer as well as  have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory...

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Chimichurri Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner the Whole Family Will Eat

Poultry, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Most weeknights in our kitchen come down to the same question at about 5:15: what can I do with this pack of chicken that won't get pushed around the plate? For the past couple of years the answer has been chimichurri chicken. The chopping takes 15 minutes, the marinade does...

Healthy Homemade Stir-Fry Sauces With Less Sugar and Sodium

30 minutes or less
Photo by Lisa Fotios Stir-fry is one of the easiest ways to turn a handful of fresh ingredients into a satisfying meal. With colorful vegetables, lean protein, and a hot skillet or wok, dinner can come together quickly without requiring complicated cooking techniques. The sauce, however, is what often brings...

Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
There is something about homemade cinnamon rolls that turns an ordinary morning into an occasion.Soft, pillowy and swirled with cinnamon sugar, they feel indulgent, yet they come together with simple pantry staples and a little patience.In our home, a warm tray of these on the weekend is one of those...

11 Refreshing Indian Summer Beverages to Enjoy in the USA

Drinks & cocktails
From cooling mango lassi to tart aam panna, these are authentic Indian drinks that beat the American summer heat. As temperatures rise across much of the United States during summer, hydration becomes a growing concern. According to the U.S. National Weather Service, heat remains one of the leading weather-related causes...

10 High Protein Desserts (Healthy & Easy Recipes)

Desserts
Let's be real — you want dessert. The problem is that most "healthy" versions taste like sweetened cardboard, and the ones that actually taste good are packed with sugar and basically zero nutrition. So you're stuck choosing between your cravings and your goals. It's exhausting. Here's the good news: high...

Why Hiring a Professional Bartender Changes the Entire Party Experience

Drinks & cocktails
Most parties have a moment, usually about an hour in, where the host disappears behind the kitchen island to pour drinks and never quite resurfaces. Someone wanders in looking for ice. Someone else is hunting for a corkscrew. The music gets louder to compensate. The host's evening, in any meaningful...

From Roast to Leftovers: 6 Meals You Can Make from One Whole Chicken

Poultry
Image by Grafvision from Getty Images via Canva.com A whole roast chicken is one of the smartest ways to plan a week of meals. It feels generous enough for a proper family dinner, yet practical enough to stretch into several dishes without extra shopping trips. When you approach it with...

Casual Elegance at the Table

Poultry, Vegetarian, 30 minutes or less
Simple, Affordable Recipes for February & March There’s something beautiful about this time of year. February still asks for warmth — cozy meals, slow roasts, comforting bowls. But by March, you start craving brightness… citrus, greens, something fresh. In our home, this is what I call casual elegance season. Food...

Easy Weeknight Meals with Grass Fed Beef Tallow

Beef
When it comes to preparing quick and healthy meals, grass fed beef tallow is a fantastic option. This cooking fat, made from the fat of cows that eat grass, is making waves in kitchens everywhere. For busy moms looking for easy weeknight meals that are both nutritious and delicious, grass...

5 Easy Fall Recipes with Only 5 Ingredients

Pasta, Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Vegetarian
When the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, we all crave comfort food that’s warm, flavorful, and simple to make. These 5 fall recipes are made with just five main ingredients — not counting pantry basics like salt, pepper, and olive oil that most home cooks already have...

3 Easy One-Pot Dinner Combos for Busy Weeknights

Poultry, Beef, Seafood
When life gets hectic, the last thing you want to deal with is a pile of dishes. That’s where one-pot dinners come in — simple, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you're feeding your family or just cooking for yourself, these three easy one-pot dinner recipes are designed to minimize cleanup...

Easy Fall Salad Recipes to Enjoy Seasonal Produce: Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Beets & More

Salads, Entertaining/Holidays
Wholesome, vibrant, and full of autumn flavors Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal fruits, roasted vegetables, hearty grains, and crunchy nuts together to create salads that are both nourishing and satisfying. These aren’t your average summer side salads—they’re cozy, colorful, and make the most of everything autumn has...