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Crispy Chicken Thighs in Tomato Sauce...
This crispy chicken thighs dinner features a fragrant sauce and feta cheese topping. Make this recipe for a fabulous meal any night of the week! When it comes to chicken, I have strong preferences. While I do think dredging, pan-frying, and making a pan sauce can do wonders for chicken breasts, I’ll always prefer chicken

Seasonal Recipes to Make in July...
July might just be one of the best months for produce! With fresh berries and stone fruits, tons of veggies and fresh herbs, tomatoes, and SO much more—this guide will highlight what’s in season, along with July recipe ideas you can make using your fresh produce. There are so many reasons to eat seasonally, and

One Bowl Banana Muffins – Gourmet...
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked banana muffins in your kitchen. This easy one-bowl recipe yields the moistest, fluffiest banana muffins—perfect for breakfast, snack time, or meal prep. Whether you’re trying to use up overripe bananas or just craving a cozy, homemade treat, these muffins will become your go-to banana bake.🍌 Why

Jason’s Deli Meal Planning Hack.
The Garden Fresh Salad Bar at Jason’s Deli is packed with wholesome ingredients that are great for weekly meal planning and are affordable. A million years ago, when we lived in Modesto, California, Dennis and I often met for lunch at the O’Briens grocery store near our workplace. O’Briens had a MAGNIFICENT salad bar overflowing

Growing Blueberry Bushes This Summer
With summertime just around the corner, we wanted to give our busy parent readers an inside scoop on an easy yet rewarding gardening venture that you can do with the kids: growing blueberry bushes! Not only are blueberry bushes a low-maintenance crop to tend and harvest, but blueberries also boast powerful antioxidants and nutrients that

These 9 Filling Salads are Main...
Facebook Pinterest Threads Filling salads that make a complete meal. Looking for salads that don’t feel like a side dish? These hearty, flavor-packed recipes are satisfying enough to stand on their own. Each of these filling salads are loaded with protein, fiber, and fresh ingredients to keep you full and happy. They’re perfect for prepping

Kkakdugi (Cubed Radish Kimchi) – Korean...
Crunchy, spicy, and deeply savory, kkakdugi is a highly popular Korean radish kimchi. And easy to make! Kkakdugi (깍두기) is a kimchi made with Korean radish, mu (or moo, 무). The name kkakdugi comes from how the radish is cut — cubed, and it’s known as cubed radish

Chocolate Chip Scones – Savory Simple
These chocolate chip scones are flakey and buttery, perfect for a lazy brunch or sweet snack. Serve them plain or slather with salted butter. Have you ever made homemade scones? I love them because they’re straightforward compared to many baked goods! No special equipment is required, and they don’t take much time at all. The

Seasonal Recipes to Make in August...
August is overflowing with peak summer produce—think juicy tomatoes (my fave!), sweet corn, crisp cucumbers, and sun-ripened peaches. This guide will help you make the most of August seasonal produce with recipe ideas, storage tips, and ways to use up what’s in your garden, fridge, or CSA box. Roots and Radishes is all about eating

Banana Oat + Chocolate Chip Breakfast...
Looking for a quick and healthy grab-and-go breakfast option the whole family will love? These Banana, Oat + Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients—perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or an afternoon snack. Made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and just the right amount of chocolate chips, these cookies are