Tag: cheese

Roasted vegetable rotini from above, on cutting board with zucchini and black pepper
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Roasted Vegetable Rotini

Nothing says summer like roasted vegetables. And nothing says delicious quite like pasta. There are so many wonderful kinds: ravioli, gnocchi, macaroni, lasagna, spaghetti… That being said, you really should only use rotini noodles in this roasted vegetable pasta. It’s great at holding a thin layer of cheddar cheese and marinara sauce. And melted cheese […]

Butternut Squash Pasta side view with cloth
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Butternut Squash Pasta

Butternut squash pasta is a dish that was inspired by mac and cheese and does it one better. It‘s rich and creamy while being way healthier. Featuring a whole butternut squash in the sauce but also enough cheddar to be reminiscent of that boxed Kraft mac and cheese you ate as a kid, butternut squash […]

Rosemary Garlic Bread on plate with a slice
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Rosemary Garlic Bread

Months ago, I bought a rosemary plant with the sole intention of using it to make bread. Today I am proud to say that was a worthy investment. Rosemary garlic bread is rich and flavorful, not to mention easy on the eyes and nose. While rolling out the bread pieces, I actually took out the […]

Whole wheat gnocchi on plate
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Whole Wheat Gnocchi

These 4-ingredient whole wheat gnocchi are possibly the easiest and fastest pasta to make from scratch. I know I didn’t expect making pasta to be so straightforward the first time I made gnocchi! No pasta machine or fancy shaping tools are necessary, just a way to steam potatoes and a sharp knife to cut your […]

Cornbread Casserole on cutting board with red bell pepper
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Cornbread Casserole

This cornbread casserole is truly a step up from your average weeknight dinner. It smells amazing while it bakes. It’s beautiful and golden when it comes out of the oven. It’s studded with colorful vegetables: bright bell peppers and vibrant corn. And the texture? Moist, cheesy and simply a delight to eat. This casserole goes […]

Spinach empanadas birds-eye
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Mini Spinach and Paneer Empanadas

These mini empanadas are my ultimate comfort food. However, making them is a bit of a project. Solution? Have a friend cook the filling while you roll the dough or grab a second set of hands for help assembling. Even though these empanadas take a good part of the afternoon to make, I truly think […]

Four zucchini patties in a tray with parchment paper
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Easy Baked Zucchini Patties

On days you don’t have the time or energy to spend an hour making lunch, this recipe is a lifesaver. These zucchini patties are so quick and easy to assemble, and they come out of the oven ready to eat. They can be served with sour cream or ketchup for a light main course or […]

zucchini parmesan sticks on baking sheet
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Zucchini Parmesan Sticks

Crispy, cheesy, undeniable. Once I perfected the recipe for this easy way to eat zucchini, I immediately ate half a baking sheet on my own. They are seriously THAT addictive. I suspect I could eat the entire batch for lunch if my sister and impulse control didn’t try to stop me. This zucchini recipe is […]

Whole wheat pizza with a slice taken out
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Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza

Did you think you can’t make pizza dough from whole wheat flour? Think again. This yeast-free dough will yield wholesome, tasty pizzas you’ll want to make again — either one 12-inch pizza or two 7-inch pizzas. The thick-crusted dough can be topped with just sauce and cheese, or you can add veggies if you’re so […]