Chewy. A double dose of chocolate. Gluten-free. You’re welcome. No, I haven’t converted to a gluten-free diet and no, I won’t be bombarding you with gluten-free recipes. Remember my Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies from a few months ago? Yep, those are the ones. I just wanted to do a little more experimenting and to provide another tasty sweet treat for my gluten-free readers. And for us gluten-gluttons, both of these cookies are so darn delicious we’d never even know they’re GF....

This post is sponsored by BEEF. IT’S WHAT’S FOR DINNER., a program of the Beef Checkoff. All opinions are my own.It’s officially my most favorite season: Grilling season! We all love a good steak in my house, but marinated Tri-Tip Steak is particularly delicious grilled, then topped with the (optional) tiger sauce and my oh my, it’s one of our most favorite cookout meals to date. Why This Recipe Works Marinade — My favorite grilled steak marinade starts with olive oil and soy sauce and ends with Chinese five spice and Sriracha, with some lime juice and garlic mixed in for tang and tenderness with every bite....

If you grew up anything like me (or really anything like any kid in the USA in the past 20 years or so), then you grew up with ground beef tacos. You know the ones your parents or older siblings could whip up in a flash: brown some beef, toss in a seasoning packet and some water, and voila — you have tacos. Recipe Ingredients Lean Ground Beef – Lean ground beef works best because it won’t be too fatty or cook up too much....

It’s cherry season! And that means bounteous harvests of gorgeous, plump, juicy globes of sweetness. We picked up two bulk loads of Washington cherries, a combination of Rainier and Bing, 80 pounds total! I’ve been preparing them several ways: Canning, dehydrating, freezing and making jam and chutney. Next time I may try some cherry pie filling, too (without the red fool coloring, of course). So I have lots of cherry products now to put to use in cooking and baking....

While I love making bread at home, I also love all kinds of sweet rolls. Brioche is one of my favorite bread for dinner, and cinnamon buns are my favorite sweet bread for any time treat. Cream cheese, of course, is classic, but condensed milk, sugar, honey, maple, orange, or chocolate glaze instead. Step-by-step: How to make cinnamon rolls Dough Yeast mixture – In the large bowl of a stand mixer with the hook attachment, combine warm milk (110 F), yeast, honey/sugar, butter, and eggs....

Perfect Pancakes My family’s original version of these pancakes was made with whole wheat flour and I shared it here on the website over 11 years ago. That was one of the first recipes I shared on this blog. The idea that whole wheat waffles really could be light and fluffy? It was a bit of a breakfast game-changer for us. Over the years I’ve shared versions of that recipe with countless friends and readers who asked for a traditional flour recipe, because yes, it can be adapted for all-purpose flour, and it has received nothing but raves from everyone who tries the pancakes....

An incredibly rich and satisfying soup with a depth of flavor that will make your taste buds sing! Serve this Hungarian Mushroom Soup with some crusty bread and a leafy green salad for a complete, meatless meal that even the most determined carnivores will love! Be sure to also try my classic Cream of Mushroom Soup! Whether you’re fan of Hungarian food, mushrooms, or simply love good soups, this Hungarian-influenced mushroom soup is for you!...

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ProgressIsPerfection #CBias #CollectiveBias Instant Pot Shahi Chhole It is rich, little-bit sweet, spicy and sour, and its gravy has been enriched with Coconut Milk, Dairy-Free Yogurt, and cashew-raisin paste and basic Indian spices. I have made this Shahi Chole in Instant Pot. If you don’t have Instant pot, you may make it in a pan too....

This Instant Pot Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe is quick, easy, comforting, hearty, savory, creamy, delicious, and perfect for weeknight Dinner. These days, I love making Pasta recipes in my Instant Pot a lot. It makes life so easy, no boiling, no straining, nothing. If you are like me who love pasta but hate all those extra work, this recipe is for you. This hot plate of Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff satisfies both Mushroom and Pasta cravings....

No-churn ice cream is a game-changer for dessert lovers who crave the creamy, luxurious texture of homemade ice cream without needing an ice cream maker. The magic happens when you whip the cream to stiff peaks, fold in the condensed milk and flavorings, and freeze the mixture until firm. The result is an irresistibly rich and creamy ice cream perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, all without the fuss of traditional churning methods....

I love strawberries and I add them to my salads almost every day. Some of our favorites are the Spinach Fruit Salad with Strawberry Grape Vinaigrette, Red Wine and Honey Salad with Fruit, Spring Salad with Poppyseed Dressing and my oldest son’s favorite Strawberry Spinach Salad. Simply push the straw through the bottom of the berry and up through the top. The stem simply pops off with the white of the berry....

However good you may think the stuff from the store tastes, absolutely nothing can compare to homemade! Warm, soft, and chewy, this homemade lavash is simply irresistible. As with any yeast bread, there is waiting time involved as the dough rises, and in the case of this flatbread it requires some rolling out, but this Lavash recipe is easy to make and is guaranteed worth the effort! I have always maintained that the best döner kebabs outside of Turkey are found in Germany, a country with a large Turkish immigrant population where döner shops can be found in every city and virtually every larger town....

This is such a spring-y, summer-y pasta and I am in love with it. Artichokes are one of my favorite foods in the history of ever and I will take them any way I can get them. My mom used to boil whole artichokes and serve them with melted butter – something I like to call death by heavenly heart attack. A whole bowl of butter just for dipping = mayyyyybe not so heart-healthy....

Have you tried my no-fail lemon curd recipe yet? If you haven’t, you absolutely must! That is this ice cream – OMG!! I am so proud of that recipe. It’s simple, easy, and really delicious. That lemon curd recipe is like a little ginny that keeps appearing everywhere. In tarts, bars, cake filling, and, of course, this ice cream. What does no-churn mean? I think no-churn is not a very common term in all parts of the world....

Pistachios are a delicious and versatile nut and a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, pistachios make a satisfying and nutritious snack. They’re also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, including vitamin B6, potassium, and phosphorus. Their distinct green color and sweet, nutty flavor make them a popular choice for both sweet and savory dishes, from baklava to salads. Whether eaten on their own or incorporated into your favorite recipes, pistachios will surely add a flavorful and nutritious twist to your meals....

The Masala Roasted Mixed nuts are seasoned with a savory Indian spice blend and honey, creating an aromatic and comforting delightful flavor. Moreover, this recipe is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few minutes of prep time and half an hour in the oven. Once roasted, these mixed nuts become irresistible. After allowing them to cool for a few minutes, their sweet and spicy flavors will be nearly impossible to resist....

The long simmer time always intimidated me, but there was nothing to it. The whole prep and kitchen work time in this recipe was easily less than 15 minutes. My entire family, even my youngest son, ate this meal and asked for seconds. (I wish I’d made more!) Chunks of pork are slowly simmered until tender in a rich green chile and tomato broth. Spicy enough to just warm your mouth, but then balanced and cooled by the polenta, rice or tortillas served with it....

A deliciously flavorful, vibrant and healthy whole grain Mexican Wheat Berry Salad recipe laced with smoky chipotles, tangy cheese, and a sweet & savory vinaigrette! This salad packs in several fiber- and vitamin-rich vegetables, protein/fiber rich wheat berries, iron-rich raisins, protein-rich walnuts, and olive oil which is packed full of healthy omega fats. It’s both nutritious and delicious! For more delicious wheat berry salads be sure to try my Asian Wheat Berry Salad, Crunchy Wheat Berry Salad, and Greek Wheat Berry Salad!...

Bite sized things are SO MUCH CUTER! Agreed? Agreed. Last November we took a little coastal trip out to Cali to visit the grandparents. Well, we may or may not have enjoyed a day at Disneyland (we did. oh we totally did.). But we also visited my grandparents. Gosh they’re adorable. Nearing their nineties, still get a long, and healthy as horses. Plus grandma makes a mean freshly squeezed OJ and gramps is a Racko champion....

Berry Baked Oatmeal This oatmeal recipe isn’t overly sweet, allowing the bright flavors of the berries to shine through. Berries are a mainstay in my refrigerator. We eat them out of hand most of the time, but they’re also a great addition to countless recipes. The other day I had a few things that needed to be used up and baked oatmeal sounded like the perfect way to ensure the berries wouldn’t go to waste....