FavoritePinShare These shells get loaded with taco seasoned cream cheese ground beef, corn, black beans, and topped with cheese and taco sauce. These will quickly become a family favorite! I can’t believe that it is already August! What? Where has the summer gone? It has gone by so quickly and I am not sure I am ready for it to be over. I love everything that comes with summer. The warm weather, barbecues, swimming at the pool… the list goes on for me....

FavoritePinShare Delicious and addicting Muddy Buddies that taste just like a Twix Bar! A few weeks ago we were all sitting together as a family. My little six year old said, Mom! You should make Twix Muddy Buddies! I wasn’t surprised by this because Twix are both of my boys favorite candy bar! Later that week I was talking to my best friend over at Chef In Training. Our conversations usually consists of food and babies....

Anyone who feels healthy food can’t look beautiful clearly has never set eyes on a delicious Korean vegetarian bibimbap bowl (or Cabbage Stir Fry). Steamy, fluffy rice studded with tender-crisp veggies, fragrant sesame oil, and spicy Korean chili goodness, bibimbap is a layered masterpiece of color, flavor, and aroma. If you’re not familiar with bibimbap (which translates to “mixed rice”), it is a traditional Korean dish of hot rice served with an array of mixed veggies, chili pepper paste, and (sometimes) a fried egg....

We’re giving away five $25 VISA gift cards. It’s happening right now over on my Instagram. Anyone can enter! Visit my Instagram post here to enter and for giveaway details. We also have several special, limited-time offers for The Well Plated Cookbook happening right now! With more than 130 vibrant, delicious, feel-good recipes for every meal and every diet (the book isn’t diet specific but has plenty of vegetarian options and dishes can be easily tweaked to be gluten free too), a gorgeous photo for every recipe, and 320 pages (this book feels substantial in your hands), The Well Plated Cookbook makes a beautiful, useful gift for your family, friends, and of course, for you…....

FavoritePinShare This sweet and nutty walnut pie is the perfect dessert for all of your holiday parties. There are flavors of caramelized brown sugar and butter running throughout, making each bite a dream! I love nutty desserts. Their texture and buttery flavor pair well with so many kinds of desserts, especially pies! You’ll have to try my amazing Nutella pie, pecan pie, and pistachio pie next! Brown Sugar Walnut Pie Recipe Pie season is upon us!...

Last week, as I was sneaking my fifth bite of Zucchini Brownies before 10 am (which would have felt slightly more excusable had I not enjoyed a duo of leftover Dutch Oven Peach Cobbler and Cherry Blackberry Crisp the night before), it occurred to me that shifting my baking energy into a healthy breakfast muffin might be a wise choice for the time being. These scrumptious zucchini carrot oatmeal muffins turned out to be one of my very favorite zucchini recipes to date....

One of the absolute best things about ordering any kind of vegetable fries is that it feels like cheating. You can tell your brain that you are eating something healthy (look mom, zucchini!), but I think we know what’s really going on here. In a restaurant, deep-fried vegetables of any kind, while ultra tasty, aren’t what my body habitually needs. Enter, baked zucchini fries. Whenever I set out to lighten up a traditionally indulgent recipe like fries, first and foremost I prioritize making sure the recipe tastes fantastic....

Hake is a white fish that’s likened to cod or halibut. It’s delicious, versatile, and makes the perfect base for any fish recipe. The great thing about hake is that it’s eco-friendly. The fish is currently considered to be at or above a sustainable yield. This is the gold standard for sustainable fishing. The fish is hugely popular in the UK and Spain, where there’s an abundance of supply. Despite this, many of us have yet to give the tasty white fish a try....

Lots of our favorite drinks come from Mexico, Cuba, Italy, Brazil, Ireland, and France. That doesn’t mean there aren’t some excellent American cocktails to choose from, though. For this list, I’ve pulled together 10 of the most famous American cocktails for you to enjoy. Plus, just for fun, in addition to telling you why you’ll love them, I’ll also give you a little snippet about their history. So get ready to get educated (and a little tipsy) with these ten American cocktails....

Daikon radishes are those white carrot-looking root vegetables you’ve seen at the store, but probably never tried. They’re a staple in Asian cuisine and rich in nutrients like vitamin C and potassium. They also have so many unique uses like baked fries, fresh salads, and even fermented sides. Needless to say, I guarantee they’ll breathe some new life into your usual routine. So what are you waiting for? Enlighten your tastebuds and expand your horizons with these daikon radish recipes....

Zesty, fruity, fun, and tasty, these creative cocktails are an eye-catching addition to any festive spread. Mix ‘em up, pour ‘em out, and watch as they wow the crowd. Irish eyes will definitely be smiling with a few sips of a fuzzy leprechaun or an Irish margarita. But you don’t have to wait for St Patrick’s Day to get boozing. Make your Halloween extra special this year with a tall glass of toxic spawn martini or a pitcher of wicked witch....

Are you the kind of person who checks the dessert menu before choosing a main? Me too! But sometimes, after a big dinner, I just can’t fit in another bite. Luckily, these dessert cocktails are light enough to sip and enjoy, even after a three-course meal. Unlike typical cocktails, which can be strong and overly boozy (I’m looking at you, martinis!), these are sweet and loaded with all your favorite dessert flavors....

Let these matcha recipes lead the way. While a Japanese staple for many centuries, matcha has only recently taken the world by storm. In the past few years, we’ve seen a wide variety of matcha-infused delights, such as cookies, cakes, and ice cream. This powdered green tea can definitely add a unique flavor (and a lovely color) to a plethora of matcha desserts, but that’s not all it’s good for....

After all, stuffed cookies are two cookies (or at least two chunky balls of cookie dough) put together, usually with something absolutely scrumptious squeezed in between them. I don’t know about you, but that’s my kind of dessert. If you’re craving stuffed cookies, you could always buy a pack of Oreos or pick up something seriously decadent at the Great American Cookie Company. But why not save your money and use these stuffed cookie recipes to make your own favorite sweet treats at home?...

If you’ve always wondered if key limes were real fruits or if you’d like to know more about what a kastanj or karonda is, keep reading! You might just discover some new favorites on this list! 1. Kaffir Lime Kaffir limes aren’t often chosen for their tasty juice because they’re the least juicy of all the limes. In fact, although they’re edible, not many people eat them or use them as ingredients....

Don’t be confused by its name. Canadian bacon does not taste like bacon at all. Rather, it tastes more like ham. With its tender and juicy meat and slightly salty and sweet flavor, Canadian bacon makes for a fantastic addition to a great many dishes. Whether it’s pizza, pancakes, or casseroles, there’s absolutely no dish Canadian bacon can’t improve. Here are 25 Canadian bacon recipes that will bring back excitement to your meals....

All the Thanksgiving favorites are here – cranberry, turkey, Brussels Sprouts – but mixed into deliciously different salads! Every recipe is loaded with fall flavors sure to delight family and friends… or whoever’s invited to the feast. And we’re not just talking about mixing up a few leafy greens. Warm salads, cold salads, sweet salads, savory salads – this mouthwatering list of over 20 recipes has it all! Start with an appetizer of acorn squash salad with pepitas and cranberries....

Great for gatherings, skewers are ideal party food. They’re handheld, they’re portable, they’re quick to make, and they’re easy to clean up. But most importantly, they taste amazing – giving your guests a satisfying bite without the fuss of prepping a meal. Delicious and fun, these recipes make you rethink your skewer starters forever. Forget boring meats, these recipes are packed with unbelievable tastes and textures. There’s pasta, chicken, salad, fish, and veggies – all served on a stick!...

You’ll probably be super busy preparing the main course for your Easter celebration, but don’t forget about the dessert! The party is not complete without it. If you’re pressed for time but still want to whip up a great-tasting dessert, this list is all you’ll need. These confections are not only insanely delicious but are also a snap to make. Some of these recipes don’t even require baking at all!...

I’m talking about chewy cookies, fudgy brownies, crunchy pretzels, and juicy chocolate-covered strawberries. Are you drooling yet? But that’s not all. Have you ever tried dark chocolate and sea salt popcorn? How about sticky and sweet s’mores Rice Krispie treats? Truthfully, you can’t really go wrong when chocolate is involved. So, grab your favorite brand and head to the kitchen. And remember, there’s no such thing as too much chocolate!...