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Bowl and serving utensils with 15-Minute Orzo Pasta Salad

15-Minute Orzo Pasta Salad

Throw this delicious salad together in 15 minutes. Use rice-shaped orzo pasta, chopped vegetables, and vibrant lemon-honey salad dressing. Have it for lunch or bring it to a beach picnic. Orzo Pasta Salad Ingredients: I picked ingredients that contribute to the lively, fun color of the whole salad, because you and I eat with our […]

Filed Under: Beginner, Main Course, Under 30 min

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Baking pan with Mushroom Ricotta Bread Pudding (Strata)

Mushroom Ricotta Bread Pudding (Strata)

Mushroom ricotta bread pudding, a.k.a. strata. It’s a delicious brunch or dinner casserole, featuring layers of mushrooms, bread cubes, ricotta, eggs, fresh herbs, and grated cheese. Let’s say you have some stale, two-day-old bread lying around. Will you throw it out? Of course not. Feed it to pigeons or swans in the park? Possibly. Turn […]

Filed Under: Beginner, Breakfast, Main Course, Under 60 min

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Plate with Easy Creamy Penne Alla Vodka Recipe, with a spoon, and grated parmesan cheese

Easy Creamy Penne Alla Vodka

Add this easy, creamy penne alla vodka recipe to your pasta repertory. It’s a light and tangy version of the classic dish, made with vodka, tomatoes, penne pasta, and half & half.

Filed Under: Beginner, Main Course, Popular, Under 30 min

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Plate with sweet sour green lentils stew, topped with fried onion, sunny side up egg, pickles and freshly chopped parsley

Sweet and Sour One-Pot Green Lentils

This one-pot dish is delicious, easy to make and highly nutritious. The sweet and sour flavor of the green lentils is perfectly balanced thanks to vinegar, onion, salt and black pepper.

Filed Under: Beginner, Czech, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Main Course, Under 60 min, Vegan

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Glass bowls with double-chocolate pudding (budino) and whipped cream on top

Double-Chocolate Pudding (Budino)

Chocolate addict? This deluxe pudding is for you! Make it in less than 15 minutes, with both raw cacao and chocolate chips, for a rich, silky double-chocolate experience.

Filed Under: Beginner, Gluten-Free, Sweet, Under 30 min

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slices of savory oatmeal bas with tomato salsa

Savory Breakfast Oatmeal Bars

Chewy and redolent of fresh parsley, these savory oatmeal bars are very tasty, and high in protein and fiber. Just six simple ingredients and great for breakfast or as a snack any time. Add them to your Easiest Breakfast Recipe file right now. You’re soaking rolled oats in water, mixing them with lightly beaten eggs, […]

Filed Under: Beginner, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Main Course, Over 1 hour

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White plate with Spring Risotto With Peas and Corn, topped with micro greens, creme fraiche and ground black pepper

Spring Risotto With Peas and Corn

Quick, creamy, and comforting! Make this spring risotto with just basic ingredients like arborio rice, peas, and corn, and sit down to eat in about 30 minutes.

Filed Under: Beginner, Gluten-Free, Main Course, Popular, Under 60 min

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bowl of vegan raw buckwheat groats porridge from very good cook blog, topped with fresh fruit and shredded coconut

Vegan Raw Buckwheat Groats Porridge

Change up your breakfast routine with this creamy vegan porridge using soaked buckwheat groats, almonds, tahini, strawberries, and cinnamon. It’s also gluten free, nutrient-packed, and protein-high. And you can easily make it in a few seconds in a food processor, or high-speed blender. What are raw buckwheat groats and are they related to wheat? Buckwheat […]

Filed Under: Beginner, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Featured, Gluten-Free, Over 1 hour, Paleo, Raw, Sweet, Vegan

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Vegan Banana Apricot Muffins

Vegan Banana Apricot Muffins

Easy, not-too-sweet Vegan Banana Apricot muffins are made without dairy, eggs, or butter. They’re just fluffy, moist and you can bake them for a simple on-the-go breakfast. If you’re avoiding dairy and eggs, or follow a vegan diet, it can be tough to find a filling and healthy breakfast. Many breakfast options are loaded with […]

Filed Under: Beginner, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Sweet, Under 60 min, Vegan

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Wooden bowl and salad utensils with Easy Chickpea Salad With Tomatoes and Cucumbers

Chickpea Salad With Tomatoes and Cucumbers

You’ll only need 10 ingredients to make this hearty, vegan salad with bright Mediterranean vibe.

Filed Under: Beginner, Dairy-Free, Featured, Gluten-Free, Main Course, Under 30 min, Vegan

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Plate with Vegan Tofu Scramble With Tomatoes and Shishito Peppers

Vegan Tofu Scramble With Shishito Peppers

Quick and flavor-packed, vegan alternative to scrambled eggs. It’s your new breakfast staple.

Filed Under: Beginner, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Main Course, Under 30 min, Vegan

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Vanilla Chocolate Marble Bundt Cake

Vanilla Chocolate Marble Bundt Cake

Swirls of chocolate and vanilla meet in this delicious marble bundt cake. Your everyday coffee cake or bake it for birthdays or gatherings.

Filed Under: Czech, Intermediate, Over 1 hour, Sweet

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Plate with a portion of vegan mac 'n' cheese pasta

Vegan Mac ‘n’ Cheese With Panko Breadcrumbs

Make this flavorful vegan casserole for a weeknight dinner or bring it to a gathering. It’s a total crowd-pleaser!

Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Intermediate, Main Course, Over 1 hour, Vegan

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Two glasses filled with sweet potato chocolate pudding and decorated with fresh oranges, kiwi, blueberries, blackberries and coconut chips

Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding

Healthy & delicious chocolaty dessert made with roasted sweet potatoes and topped with fresh fruit.

Filed Under: Beginner, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Sweet, Under 60 min, Vegan

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Crustless carrot zucchini quiche in a baking dish, on top of a blue/white kitchen towel

Crustless Carrot Zucchini Quiche

Five simple ingredients shine in this delicious breakfast or brunch dish.

Filed Under: Beginner, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Main Course, Paleo, Popular, Under 60 min

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Bowls with Bircher Muesli (overnight oats), peeled apple, spoons, fresh figs, pomegranate seeds, and yogurt

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White plate with Spring Risotto With Peas and Corn, topped with micro greens, creme fraiche and ground black pepper

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