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Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetable Panzanella

If you’ve never tried panzanella, you’re in for a treat!
Greens are tossed with a medley of fall vegetables, jumbo sourdough croutons (yes, we said jumbo), and tangy-sweet, grainy mustard dressing. Just 30 minutes required for this deceptively wholeso…

If you’ve never tried panzanella, you’re in for a treat!

Greens are tossed with a medley of fall vegetables, jumbo sourdough croutons (yes, we said jumbo), and tangy-sweet, grainy mustard dressing. Just 30 minutes required for this deceptively wholesome comfort meal.

Origins of Panzanella

Panzanella is a bread salad that’s believed to have originated in Tuscany, Italy. And it may have been invented by peasants as a way to use up stale bread.

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Chicken Sausage and Herb Stuffing

Chicken Sausage and Herb Stuffing – this is the best Thanksgiving stuffing recipe! Chicken Sausage and Herb Stuffing I don’t know about you, but for me the ONE thing I crave most on Thanksgiving is the stuffing! Sure, the turkey and gravy are all great too, and yes, even the cranberry sauce. But personally, no […]

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Chicken Sausage and Herb Stuffing – this is the best Thanksgiving stuffing recipe!

Chicken Sausage and Herb Stuffing

I don’t know about you, but for me the ONE thing I crave most on Thanksgiving is the stuffing! Sure, the turkey and gravy are all great too, and yes, even the cranberry sauce. But personally, no Thanksgiving is complete without the homemade stuffing, and this recipe never disappoints!

This is what I am making this Thanksgiving with my dry brined Turkey and this delicious Cranberry and Pear Sauce. Here are more Thanksgiving Recipes to go with your turkey this year!

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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

With winter weather approaching, I wanted to perfect butternut squash soup that was not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious.
After a few trial runs, I reached the perfect intersection of minimal effort and maximum flavor. Let us show you h…

With winter weather approaching, I wanted to perfect butternut squash soup that was not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious.

After a few trial runs, I reached the perfect intersection of minimal effort and maximum flavor. Let us show you how easy it is to make this seriously dreamy butternut squash soup that’s perfect for the holidays and beyond.

This 10-ingredient soup starts with roasting the squash, carrots, onion, and garlic to enhance their natural sweetness and maximize flavor.

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Radicchio Salad with Cashew Ricotta Dressing

A dear friend of ours makes a radicchio salad that made quite the impression on me years ago, so I recently asked him for the recipe, and he obliged. The good news is, it was even easier than I thought it would be.
Vibrant, fresh radicchio is topped wi…

Vibrant, fresh radicchio is topped with a creamy cashew ricotta dressing that adds a beautiful lemony, garlicky flavor to the salad. And then come roasted beets, crispy roasted garlic, and candied walnuts.

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Lightened Up Green Bean Casserole

This holiday season enjoy a lighter, healthier version of the classic green bean casserole recipe made from scratch with no canned soup. Green Bean Casserole You will love this modern take on the classic! The perfect side dish to accompany your Thanksgiving Turkey along with all the fixins like Sweet Potato Casserole, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing […]

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This holiday season enjoy a lighter, healthier version of the classic green bean casserole recipe made from scratch with no canned soup.

Green Bean Casserole

You will love this modern take on the classic! The perfect side dish to accompany your Thanksgiving Turkey along with all the fixins like Sweet Potato Casserole, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing and Mashed Potatoes. You can see all my Thanksgiving recipes here.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction

Perfect roasted Brussels sprouts are a bit elusive, which is why we’re sharing our go-to method for Brussels sprouts that are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor.
And to elevate them for the holidays (and beyond), we’re…

Perfect roasted Brussels sprouts are a bit elusive, which is why we’re sharing our go-to method for Brussels sprouts that are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor.

And to elevate them for the holidays (and beyond), we’re adding crispy roasted garlic, our go-to creamy vegan cheese, dried cherries for a tart-sweet kick, and a rich balsamic reduction. Plus, just 7 ingredients required. Let us show you how it’s done!

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Perfect Roasted Carrots (Quick & Easy)

Learn our go-to technique for perfect roasted carrots that are tender with caramelized crispy edges (every time)! Just 1 pan and 4 ingredients required. Perfect for the holidays and beyond! Let us show you how it’s done!
The beauty of these carro…

Learn our go-to technique for perfect roasted carrots that are tender with caramelized crispy edges (every time)! Just 1 pan and 4 ingredients required. Perfect for the holidays and beyond! Let us show you how it’s done!

The beauty of these carrots is their versatility.

The basic recipe includes salt and pepper, which add plenty of flavor and go with just about anything. But they can also be seasoned depending on what else you’re making.

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Smashed Sweet Potatoes

Smashed Sweet Potatoes, seasoned with thyme are smashed after roasting and then sprinkled with Parmesan for a savory-sweet side dish. Smashed Sweet Potatoes These Savory Smashed Sweet Potatoes are so good! Notice how I said “smashed” and not “mashed.” These are not mashed sweet potatoes, although I do have recipes for traditional mashed potatoes. These […]

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Smashed Sweet Potatoes, seasoned with thyme are smashed after roasting and then sprinkled with Parmesan for a savory-sweet side dish.

Smashed Sweet Potatoes

These Savory Smashed Sweet Potatoes are so good! Notice how I said “smashed” and not “mashed.” These are not mashed sweet potatoes, although I do have recipes for traditional mashed potatoes. These are smashed potatoes – I roast sweet potatoes in the oven, smash them with a fork and sprinkle with parmesan, and then broil for a few minutes until the tops are nice and crisp. They’re a great alternative to a sweet potato fries or a baked sweet potato when you want to switch it up.

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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (No Drain, 20 Minutes!)

In a quest for the easiest mashed potatoes, the Instant Pot delivered once again. Say hello to perhaps the easiest, fastest way to make mashed potatoes yet! It all happens in the Instant Pot with just 3 ingredients and 20 minutes from start to finish! …

In a quest for the easiest mashed potatoes, the Instant Pot delivered once again. Say hello to perhaps the easiest, fastest way to make mashed potatoes yet! It all happens in the Instant Pot with just 3 ingredients and 20 minutes from start to finish! Let us show you how it’s done.

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

These mashed potatoes are seriously simple to make. Just chop potatoes, put in the Instant Pot, pressure cook for 5 minutes, mash with vegan butter, and season to taste.

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Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip

The best plant-based alternative for shredded chicken to make a delicious Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip is oyster mushrooms. And how to make a cheezy, gooey cream cheese sauce that is not only vegan, but nut-free and soy-free as well? The not-so-secret ing…

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