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My Steakhouse Mushrooms are the best mushrooms for steak you will ever make! Complete with a creamy cognac sauce, this mushroom recipe for steak is ready in less than 15 minutes, or less than 10 without the sauce. Add it to your favorite steak recipes for a homemade dish better than any steakhouse dinner! Best Mushrooms for Steak Steak and mushrooms are a perfect match. Earthy, tender mushrooms with juicy, delectable steak and a creamy sauce make for an amazing dinner every time....

A freshly made strawberry mojito is one of my favorite cocktail recipes, especially in the summer (this Jalapeño Margarita is a close second). No matter who I’m with or where I am, when I have a mojito in my hand (or a Skinny Margarita), I can’t help but smile with the confidence knowing that bright, sunny times have arrived. Made with fresh ripe strawberries, a handful of refreshing mint, a squeeze of lime, and your favorite white rum, better grab a pitcher because, after one sip, these ice-cold strawberry mojitos will become your official drink of the summer....

FavoritePinShare With these savory and sweet lemon recipes, you will love the mouthwatering tastes that come out in each and every bite! There are so many options that you will definitely find more than one recipe that you love! From old-fashioned lemonade to pasta to yummy desserts, this roundup is for lemon lovers! A few of my favorite tried and true lemon recipes are Lemon Cupcakes, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and most of all, these Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings!...

FavoritePinShare Avocado Egg Rolls are crispy on the outside with an avocado mixture inside that is bursting with flavor! Once these hit the table they don’t last long! We love our avocados and love to think up recipes that are inspired by them. Grilled Steak Fajita Skewers with Avocado Chimichurri, Grilled California Avocado Chicken or Awesome Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa are a few more avocado recipes that we enjoy often!...

FavoritePinShare Shrimp Kabobs are marinated and grilled to perfection for the most scrumptious summer meal. Full of zesty flavors the whole family is going to love these kabobs! Kabobs or skewers are just a fun and delicious way to prepare food. Try these favorite skewers like these Steak Skewers, Caprese, and Chicken Kabobs. Grilled Shrimp Kabobs Shrimp is one of the fastest and easiest proteins to cook for dinner. It cooks up fast and because of its mild flavor, it goes beautifully with an array of spices....

FavoritePinShare A Smoothie Bowl is perfect when you want all the benefits of a smoothie, but want to eat it with a spoon! Having your smoothie in a bowl makes it feel more like ice cream, but it’s not! The perfect smoothie bowl is just a blend away and any smoothie can serve as your base. Try Pina Colada, Peanut Butter and Acai Bowl smoothie. The Perfect Smoothie Bowl Smoothie bowls are a fun way to have your smoothie and eat it too....

FavoritePinShare This lemon icebox cake is layers of buttery shortbread and lemon cream that come together in this scrumptious no-bake summer dessert! Not only is this recipe beyond easy, but has the perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors! Lemon Ice Box Cake is so rich, zesty, and delicious! Looking for more lemon? Try my cupcakes, cookies, and brownies for more mouthwatering citrus flavor! Sweet Lemon Icebox Cake Recipe I can never get enough of lemon desserts....

FavoritePinShare Turkey Bolognese with Roasted Spaghetti Squash is a hearty Italian feast with a low carb twist. Ground turkey is gently simmered with carrots, onions, and mushrooms in a rich tomato sauce. The flesh of the squash separates into strands to mimic pasta noodles for a tasty vegetable-packed meal. Hi there! It’s Jessica Gavin, Certified Culinary Scientist and I’m excited to share this simple turkey bolognese with roasted spaghetti squash recipe with you....

Of all the dishes on our Friendsgiving menu, gravy is the only one that I truly dreaded cooking. Roast turkey? No biggie. But standing over a hot stove to fuss over gravy that may or may not thicken, after I’ve already gone to the work to make said turkey? No thank you. And then…I made this easy turkey gravy and everything changed. The secret to good gravy is to use plenty of flour and really take your time stirring and cooking it in butter before whisking in the drippings and stock....

The world holds two kinds of people: those who walk around with healthy snacks like today’s vegan protein bars (and Trail Mix Granola Bars) tucked into their bags at all times, and those with snack envy (and hanger). You know which group I’m in! After years of spending too much money on pricey store-bought protein bars, I decided to start making my own. Today’s vegan protein bars have been my loyal snack partner ever since (right alongside these easy Peanut Butter Protein Bars)....

No matter the weather, burritos give me carefree vacation feels, because they remind me of trips to California, where Mission burritos (named for the Mission neighborhood of San Francisco where they originated) reign supreme. Plus, while I do love a good ol’ Chipotle Burrito Bowl, there is something about wrapping everything up in a big tortilla that makes a meal more fun. This easy vegetarian burrito recipe is ready in 30 minutes and needs only one big skillet to prepare....

It’s a common question on the keto diet: Which sweeteners are both safe and delicious? With sugar off the table, there are a number of substitutes. Allulose is one of the hottest options for adding sweet flavor to foods — but is allulose keto? Let’s go over allulose on keto, including allulose carbs, keto allulose recipes, and the best place to get allulose. For more keto sweetener questions, check out everything to know about sugar substitutes… or use this keto food list for easy reference....

Gnocchi is such a crowd-pleaser, even on its own. Serve it with a tasty side, and you’ll have an even more mind-blowing meal! Gnocchi are plump, Italian dumplings iconic for their soft and chewy consistency. The dough is made with flour and boiled potatoes, which is formed into small, ridged, c-shaped dumplings. You can coat them in a variety of different sauces. On this list, I mostly feature salads and other vegetable-based dishes....

What I personally love about the NutriBullet is that it does everything I want without having to pull out a big, bulky blender. It’s small, compact and powerful enough to handle just about anything you throw at it. Transform your fruits, veggies, and nuts into a smooth and creamy smoothie that you can take on the go. What Can I Make In the NutriBullet 900? The Nutribullet makes an excellent smoothie!...

If you know a thing or two about keto foods, you might already know that most meat is fair game for low carb living (including turkey, shrimp, chicken wings, and so many others). But… is sausage keto? We’ll discuss the ways you can enjoy sausage on keto in this guide, complete with carbs in sausage and mouthwatering recipes. Need more keto clarity? Use this printable keto food list to get more answers, or print out a few keto cheat sheets....

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You need to fuel your body with tons of energy to get you going. So don’t settle for just one dish – the more, the better! Sure, you can’t go wrong with eggs, bread, and jam – you know, the usual stuff. But if you want to start your day with a bang, I suggest you supplement your meal with these amazing, heavenly-smelling sides....

All-purpose flour is the universal wheat-based powder used for baking cakes, cookies, pies, and other pastries. But I’m pretty sure you’ve seen the many different kinds of flour in the grocery, too. If you’re wondering if they all work the same way all-purpose flour does, this guide is for you. Fun fact: Did you know that there are at least 15 kinds of flour? Some flours can be used as an equivalent replacement to all-purpose, others you’ll need to alter the measurement....

Like most cocktails, they’re easy to make and require very little time or effort on your part. However, unlike some cocktails, those made with Sprite are usually fizzier and tangier. Plus, if you like your drinks to have the wonderful citrus flavor of lemon-lime soda, these Sprite cocktails are definitely for you. Pro Tip: You’ll notice that a few of these recipes don’t actually call for Sprite. However, they do require sparkling water or club soda....

And since they’re alcohol-free, you can serve them for practically any occasion, including those times when serving alcohol would be entirely inappropriate, such as at a baby shower. The key to making a good mocktail is to create a complex, layered flavor that’s more than just fruit juice. Also, presentation is everything. If you don’t dress them up and make them look fancy, no one will ever see them as anything other than glasses of juice....

Whether you’re looking for a fresh way to start your day or a sweet and satisfying dessert, there’s something for everyone. Sweet and tart by nature, the flavor of Granny Smith apples is perfect in both desserts and dinners. The structure is sturdy enough to use in baked goods and soft enough for soul-warming soups. These apples have it all. Of course, classics like sweet and tart apple pie make the cut, but why not try something new?...