Search results...

25 Best Christmas Appetizers

Need some Christmas appetizers for your next holiday party? Find our best ideas below! They include easy, crowd-pleasing dips, finger foods, and more.

...Gigante Beans These marinated beans will be the sleeper hit of your holiday appetizer spread. Sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs fill them with rich, savory flavor. Delicious on crackers...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

30 Best Christmas Side Dishes

Our best Christmas side dishes! From fresh vegetable sides to crowd-pleasing casseroles, they'll all be hits on your holiday dinner table.

...of flavor to the table. Bonus: It holds up well if you make it ahead. Green Beans Almondine Looking for last-minute Christmas side dishes? These glossy green beans are just...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

Seared Tuna Roll with Basil Aioli

A fun home cooking project! Step-by-step recipe for sushi featuring tuna, avocado, and cucumber served alongside a basil aioli. Gluten-free.

...droppings). We took a class once about 5 years ago at Central Market and I remembered this blackened tuna roll with 7-spice and basil sauce that I’d been meaning to...

TO THE POST >>>>

Saffron Pappardelle with Mushrooms

A Moroccan-spiced weeknight pasta that will make you feel like you're at a fine dining restaurant. Saffron, mushrooms, herbs, and spinach top it off. Vegan.

...2 tablespoons chopped mint 2 tablespoons chopped chives Sea salt and fresh black pepper White wine vinegar, for drizzling (optional) Instructions Cook pasta according to package directions. Heat the butter...

TO THE POST >>>>

Rigatoni with Figs & Brussels Sprouts

A veggie-packed pasta dish for fall & winter. Brussels sprouts, greens, cheese & figs combine to create a sweet & savory entree with a crispy baked topping.

...crumbs Pinch red pepper flakes Sea salt and fresh black pepper Instructions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Boil your pasta until...

TO THE POST >>>>

Zucchini Carpaccio Salad

This summer salad bursts with flavor from a basil-parsley vinaigrette. Quick enough for weeknights or busy weekends, this gluten-free dish is a must-try.

...garlic clove, crushed 1 teaspoon honey or agave Sea salt and fresh black pepper For the salad: 3 medium zucchini 1-2 scallions, chopped 2 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1/4 cup toasted...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

Cauliflower Crust Pizza, Part 2

Lighten up your pizza with this healthier version of pizza crust made with cauliflower, almond flour, and eggs. Top as desired! Gluten and dairy free.

...try flax eggs if vegan) Sea salt and fresh black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 2-3 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional) Toppings: Whatever pizza toppings...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

Cauliflower Crust Pizza, Part 1

Lighten up your pizza with this healthier version of pizza crust made with cauliflower, almond flour, and eggs. Top as desired! Gluten-free.

...fresh black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or a bit of minced garlic (optional) 2-3 tablespoons nutritional yeast or parmesan cheese (optional) Garlic oil to...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

Lemon Fennel Toasts

Lemony fennel salad & creamy dill yogurt sauce top toast to make an easy sweet and salty appetizer for spring. Also delicious with smoked salmon or cheese!

...dill Lemon juice, to taste Splash agave, honey, or sugar Splash extra-virgin olive oil Sea salt and fresh black pepper 1/2 small garlic clove, minced (optional) Instructions Using a mandolin,...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

Sesame & Almond Asparagus Salad

Spring greens & asparagus make a delicious salad with nuttiness from toasted seeds & almonds, salty cheese & tangy dressing. A must-make weeknight dish.

...2 tablespoons white wine or champagne vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon honey Sea salt and fresh black pepper Instructions Bring a pot of...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>

Poblano “Crema” Enchiladas

Healthy, veggie-packed green enchiladas make a delicious spring or summer weekend dinner. Vegan & gluten-free with tomatillo sauce & poblano cashew crema.

...oil for the pan Sea salt and fresh black pepper To assemble: Corn tortillas Splashes of olive oil Cilantro and chopped onion or scallion, for garnish Lime slices, for squeezing...

TO THE RECIPE >>>>
A food blog with fresh, zesty recipes.
Photograph of Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews in their kitchen

Hello, we're Jeanine and Jack.

We love to eat, travel, cook, and eat some more! We create & photograph vegetarian recipes from our home in Chicago, while our shiba pups eat the kale stems that fall on the kitchen floor.