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“I’ve had it for a good 10 years,” said Megan. “I’ve had it for at least 7 years, maybe closer to 10,” said Summer. “‘I’ve also had it almost a decade, maybe longer,” said Emma. I was convinced to get one myself (ok, it took almost no convincing) and am happy to report that, yes, this is one great little ice cream maker! Here’s why we think it’s the perfect ice cream maker for families especially....

Vegan Banana Bread: A Riff on a Classic When adapting a classic recipe to make it vegan, I start with a solid non-vegan recipe. For this vegan banana bread, I used this banana bread recipe, which is one of the most popular recipes on Simply Recipes! From there, I looked at what I needed to switch out: butter and eggs. Which Oil Is Best for Vegan Banana Bread? Butter is the easy switch; it’s just a fat for a fat....

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Citrus Chicken with Avocado Salsa I first tasted this Citrus Chicken with Avocado Salsa while visiting our Edwards cousins in Hawaii. It was so delicious, I immediately asked if I could share the recipe. Luckily, they directed me to their recipe blog, Edwards Edibles, and it was right there (Kristen’s recipe… thanks Kristen)! It has since become a family favorite. We love the bright, summery flavors that come with just a few sweet, tangy, citrus ingredients....

They’re irresistible hot right off the skillet—let them cool just a little so you don’t burn your mouth! Serve them as appetizer or snack, with a little flaky sea salt and a squeeze of lemon. A glass of bubbly would also be nice. You may be transported to a terrazzo in Italy! Medium Zucchini Are Best While you could use any size zucchini, about 8 to 10 ounces each are best....

We usually have plenty of tomatoes and cucumbers growing in the garden, and all you have to do is toss in some red onions, olives, bell pepper, feta cheese, a few herbs, and some olive oil and vinegar and you have beautiful, cooling, fresh, Greek salad. All the best ingredients and flavors of Greek cuisine, all in one easy summer salad! What to Serve With Greek Salad You can serve this salad as a side for just about any of your summer favorites, like grilled chicken or grilled fish....

There are times when all we need is a big bowl of comfort. That is exactly what we’re making here with this ham and cheese pasta bake. I made this ham and cheese pasta the other day and sent it home with my parents. They came back the next day to insist that I put the recipe on the site, they liked it that much. Cheese Pasta + Ham and Cheese Casserole This dish has the flavors of a ham and cheese casserole with cheesy pasta....

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Teriyaki Chicken was one of my favorite things to eat in Hawaii. It is tender, flavorful, and goes great with any Hawaiian dish. You almost can’t have a luau or Hawaiian party without having teriyaki chicken… and maybe some Spam. Some people can’t quite seem to get grilled Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken right, and let me tell you why… The Secret to Perfect Teriyaki Chicken The trick to having good, authentic, chicken teriyaki is using the right cut of chicken....

Once I discovered how lovely my red wine tasted with honey, I thought to make a mulled wine with it. Add the Honey, Tame the Spices Mulled wines are typically very spicy affairs, with cloves, allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, orange slices, etc. All well and good. The problem is that all of those spices together can detract from the honey, and it’s the honey taste that goes so well with the wine....

That being said, a successful grilled fish is a goal within reach! Here are my tips to ensure your next grilled fish dinner has your guests asking for more. Grilling Prep Successful grilling starts with a well-prepared grill (and griller - that’s you!). Keep these three things in mind if you’re planning to grill fish: Preheat the grill for at least 15 minutes. When grilling fish, a preheat is more than necessary; it’s a critical step to preventing the fish’s flesh from sticking to the grates....

Aren’t these little Mickey and Minnie Candy Apples adorable?! Whenever we go to a Disney Park, we make it a point to get some kind of candy or caramel apple. And, since we can’t be at Walt Disney World or Disney Land all the time (even though we wish we could) we have found a way to bring the magic home with this recipe!These candy apples are the perfect way to bring a little of the happiest place on earth to your home....

What Is Harissa? Harissa is a red-colored paste blended from chilies, spices, garlic, and olive oil. Nearly every family in its region of origin has its own formula. Think of harissa as a cross between your favorite hot sauce (especially if that hot sauce is sriracha) and ketchup (if ketchup were made with peppers instead of tomatoes). A little goes a long way, so I like to stir olive oil and a little cumin and coriander into harissa to stretch it....

Shredded Beef Taquitos Shredded Beef Taquitos are our go-to meal when we have leftover Sunday roast, which we do quite often. Our mom would always make a giant roast dinner for Sunday and we always had tons of leftovers. These quick and easy taquitos make the very best lunch or after school snack. If you don’t have roast leftovers, don’t worry! You can make one specifically for this recipe, using either an instant pot or slow cooker....

Dad doesn’t even like shrimp, and usually refuses to eat it, but he loves making and eating these shrimp cakes. The base is made with sweet potatoes and they are seasoned with spices, jalapeño chiles, and cilantro. This really is one of the best recipes on this site, so if you have even an inkling for making these, do it! A Spice Mix for Seafood This recipe calls for making your own spice mix by toasting and grinding a few different kinds of whole black peppercorns, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds....

Plus, unlike their bean counterparts, lentils don’t need to be soaked and can go from pantry to bowl in about 30 minutes! Which Lentils to Buy I like to keep three different varieties of lentils on hand: red, brown, and black: Red lentils are actually lentils that have been split in half. This causes them to break down and makes them perfect for creamy stews and curries; this also means they cook the quickest....

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The coconut milk gives the dish an element of creaminess (don’t worry, it doesn’t have a strong coconut flavor). The mushrooms are meaty and full of umami. The garlic, thyme, and sage add complexity and bring the dish together. It’s both healthy and indulgent. This is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and comes together in just 45 minutes, so it makes for a great weeknight dinner....