Delicious oatmeal carrot cake cookies are a perfect anytime treat. They combine rolled oats, white whole wheat flour, grated carrots, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, plus walnuts and raisins for texture and flavor. These cookies are moist and satisfying without relying on excessive fat, so they make a great snack or dessert when you … Read more

These hearty, naturally vegan Instant Pot lentil tacos come together with just five simple ingredients. Use the lentil mixture as a meatless taco filling in warm tortillas, piled on nachos, or spooned over a salad for a quick, protein-rich meal any night of the week. Lentils are an adaptable plant-based protein (about 15 g of … Read more

One of my favorite dinner sides is a baked potato in foil. Wrapped in aluminum, potatoes roast up tender and fluffy every time. Whether you bake them in the oven or cook them on the grill, this guide will show you how to get a perfect baked potato in foil every time—plus helpful tips for … Read more

If you want a hearty, protein-rich dinner that comes together in a single dish, this Pizza Quinoa Casserole is an excellent choice. It blends the familiar flavors of a meat lovers pizza with a nutritious quinoa base — all baked in one casserole dish for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. This one-pot casserole is designed … Read more

This Instant Pot Potato Salad is incredibly simple and fast — both the potatoes and eggs cook together in your pressure cooker in just 8 minutes. The result is a classic-style potato salad with a lighter twist from Greek yogurt, bright acidity from apple cider vinegar and lemon, and the familiar tang of dill pickles … Read more

Learn how to make juicy, flavorful Instant Pot Carnitas — a fast, weeknight-friendly version of classic pulled pork that yields tender meat and plenty of leftovers. This method uses a simple spice rub, searing for added flavor, and pressure cooking to get the pork fall-apart tender in about 90 minutes of cook time. Carnitas are … Read more

Warm, comforting, and full of flavor, this sweet potato lentil stew is a nourishing vegan-friendly meal that’s perfect for chilly fall and winter days. It’s loaded with vegetables, plant-based protein, and cozy spices, and it comes together on the stove in about an hour. If you enjoy vegetarian soups like minestrone, hearty vegetable soup, or … Read more

This easy blueberry crisp features a naturally sweet blueberry filling brightened with lemon and vanilla, finished with a golden, crumbly oat topping. It’s a simple, lighter summer dessert that pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream. Bursting Blueberry Crisp A blueberry crisp is the perfect way to showcase fresh … Read more

Looking for a dependable fluffy pancake recipe that turns out perfect every time? These brown butter fluffy pancakes are made from basic pantry ingredients and come together in under 20 minutes. Follow the tips below for extra height and tenderness, plus options for freezing and flavor variations. Best Fluffy Pancake Recipe! Pancakes for breakfast are … Read more

Happy Wednesday, friends! We left very early this morning for the north — my sister, her son, Man Candy, and I are heading into the Boundary Waters for a long, off-the-grid weekend. If you’re unfamiliar, BWCA stands for Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness: miles of lakes, portages, and classic Minnesota canoe country. Tonight we’re staying … Read more