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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

I scream, you scream, we all scream for HOMEMADE ice cream! This sweet treat is rich, creamy, packed with vanilla flavor, and insanely easy to make.

...– For sweetness. Vanilla extract – For warm vanilla flavor. If you happen to have vanilla bean paste on hand, it’s a fun alternative. It gives the ice cream the...

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50 Best Easter Side Dishes

These Easter side dishes include our best recipes for potatoes, spring salads, seasonal veggies, and more. Choose some to complete your holiday meal!

...meal! Easter Vegetable Side Dishes Sautéed Green Beans You can make these simple lemon green beans in under 10 minutes, so they’re a great side dish to whip up at...

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25 Best Thanksgiving Appetizers

Kick off your holiday feast with these easy Thanksgiving appetizers! They include fun, festive ideas like stuffed mushrooms, baked brie, and more.

...a notch by sprinkling homemade croutons on top. White Bean Dip This simple lemon, garlic, and white bean dip is easy to customize. Toss in fresh herbs like rosemary or...

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35 Best Friendsgiving Food Ideas

Our best Friendsgiving food ideas! Find easy recipes for a festive fall gathering—crowd-pleasing appetizers, fun drinks, desserts, and more.

...pecan and oat topping instead. Green Bean Casserole I grew up eating green bean casserole made with canned cream of mushroom soup, so trust me when I tell you that...

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12 Great Cookbooks to Gift in 2025

Cookbooks make great gifts! Find one for everyone on your list—from the home baker to the salad lover to the person who can't get enough pasta.

...from cover to cover—Samin’s writing is just as delightful as her recipes. $26.12 at Amazon   A Grain, A Bean, A Green The Best Gift for Cooks on a Budget...

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Vegan Nachos with Cashew “Cheese”

A hearty vegan & gluten free nacho recipe with TVP-based taco meat & cashew cheese. Topped with guacamole and pico, these are perfect for spring & summer.

...tortilla chips 1 ripe avocado 1 lime, for squeezing 1 cup diced tomato 1/2 cup diced white onion 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 jalapeño, chopped 2-3 scallions, chopped Black beans,...

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Grilled Veggies with Romesco Sauce

Sweet, smoky, and tangy romesco sauce served with grilled veggies and ciabatta makes an easy, healthy weeknight summer dinner or appetizer. Vegan.

...taste Sea salt and fresh black pepper For the grilled veggies: Whatever veggies you like! Extra-virgin olive oil Sea salt and fresh black pepper Sliced crusty bread (optional) Instructions Make...

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Grilled Panzanella with Poached Egg

Crispy bread cubes tossed with tomatoes, basil, and ricotta make an easy, healthy, and elegant summer dinner or side. Add a poached egg for extra protein!

...am I your dad now?” I had just always assumed that burnt food equalled man food. So over time, I selflessly became the eater of the black toast… not quite...

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Tahini Zucchini Noodles

Light zucchini noodles are coated in creamy vegan tahini sauce & tossed with kale, baked tofu & crunchy pine nuts. A healthy, gluten-free weeknight dinner.

...chopped 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized or julienned* Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling Lemon, for squeezing Sea salt and fresh black pepper 1 cup cubed tofu (optional) For the tahini sauce:...

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Spring Root Veggie Salad

Make this watercress salad for a healthy spring meal! I love how the soft greens contrast with colorful root veggies in this refreshing, delicious dish.

...a delicious healthy lunch. Featuring beets 2 ways, it’s a fun showcase of their sweetness & crunch. Ingredients 2 small yellow beets 1 small chioggia beet 1/2 large black radish...

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I'm Jeanine Donofrio, a New York Times bestselling cookbook author and recipe developer. I share fresh, delicious vegetarian recipes that celebrate seasonal ingredients and flavors.

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