These easy Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs are a new meal prepping staple in my household. Though they may look like traditional meatballs, they contain both a secret ingredient and hidden vegetables — perfect for a home chef who needs a healthy recipe to feed a crowd. Before we get too far, I want to acknowledge […]
If you ever find yourself with some overripe bananas, try this quick and easy Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie — ready in a snap! Summer in my Brooklyn 4th floor walk-up can be a little… warm. An old building means no central air, and the layout of our place makes cooling the whole apartment with window […]
This refreshing cold peanut noodle salad is perfect for a weeknight. Enjoy alone or top with grilled chicken or shrimp! When I first saw the spiralizing trend, I was skeptical. A bowl full of zucchini, no matter how delicious, is not the same as a bowl of spaghetti. However, there’s no food law saying that […]
Summertime means stone fruits are in season! This easy and versatile stone fruit salad recipe is a true celebration of the season’s best fruits. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase any items, I may make a commission at no cost to you. I only endorse products […]
A jar of pickled shallots in the fridge can be a great staple. They add a bright, acidic pop to just about anything. Salads, sandwiches, grain bowls — you name it, there’s a place for a pickled shallot. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase any items, […]
Okay, I’ll admit it. I never used to like cucumbers. They always seem boring, flavorless, and a waste of a vegetable. I am here to admit I was wrong. This smashed cucumber salad is crisp, refreshing, and the perfect side dish for the summertime. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if […]
I have loved bagels for as long as I can remember. They are chewy, convenient, and the perfect vessel for cream cheese. Though these rings of doughy goodness have been in my life for a while, it wasn’t until I moved to New York City that I truly understood “Bagel Culture”. The debate about whether […]
I was not a friend of Anthony Bourdain – I never even met him. But his death is hitting me harder than any celebrity death I’ve experienced to date. I read Kitchen Confidential in my last semester of college. Those last few months of school were a strange and confusing time – I was about […]
A spicy glaze over turkey bacon gives great flavor to this version of a classic sandwich. Avocado makes this healthy BLT a winner! Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase any items, I may make a commission at no cost to you. I only endorse products I […]
If you need a snack, try these Sriracha Roasted Almonds. They are sweet, spicy, salty, and full of healthy fats — aka the perfect snack. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase any items, I may make a commission at no cost to you. I only endorse […]