Coconut Shrimp – Nicky’s Kitchen Sanctuary

Succulent prawns in a crispy coconut and panko coating, fried to golden perfection! I’ve got a soft spot for this particular recipe, as it’s one that Chris made for our first New Years eve together many years ago.Serve these Coconut Shrimp as an appetizer with sweet and sour sauce or sweet chilli sauce for dipping. … Read more

Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Cookies | VegKitchen

Published: Oct 7, 2024 · Updated: Oct 7, 2024 · This post may contain affiliate links. Chocolate craving? These Vegan No Bake Chocolate Cookies are rich, fudgy, and ready in just 20 minutes – no oven needed!  Who doesn’t love a cookie that requires no baking, minimal ingredients, and satisfies your sweet tooth in under … Read more

Chile-Walnut Cauliflower | Naturally Ella

While cauliflower is a versatile vegetable, I always gravitate towards thick wedges basted in a delicious sauce, such as this chile-walnut cauliflower. The cool-weather vegetable turns into a tender bit, soaking up every bit of flavor.  Chile Walnut Cauliflower I find it natural to pair cauliflower with walnuts as seasoning; they line up in the … Read more

Around the Table: Ideas for Gatherings Throughout the Seasons

A creative round-up of 19 events and parties to host from January to December. For a blog about simple cooking and baking, it might feel odd to outline an entire year of parties. But be it summer or winter, I adore bringing people together, especially when great food is often in abundance. Looking back, these … Read more

LA Galbi ( Korean BBQ Short Ribs )

Make Korean BBQ short ribs at home using my tried-and-tested recipe for the perfect galbi marinade. You can grill the marinated short ribs over charcoal, broil them in the oven, or pan-fry. You can enjoy a delicious Korean barbecue at home. It’s all about the marinade and good … Read more

Muesli Recipe – Cookie and Kate

Looking for a wholesome, make-ahead breakfast recipe? Muesli is the answer! Originating in Switzerland, muesli is essentially homemade oat cereal—to serve, add milk and maybe some fresh fruit. Muesli is similar to granola but lighter, as it’s made without oil and minimally sweetened. It also reminds me of oatmeal, but it’s served cold and ready to … Read more

Vegan Potato Gnocchi with Kale Sauce

Nothing says love like homemade vegan potato gnocchi. Tender pillows of cooked russet potato, flour, and olive oil tossed with a savory and bright kale sauce make for the perfect cozy plant-based dinner. In this post, I show you all the steps, from baking the potatoes and grating them with the small holes of a … Read more

My Favorite Italian Vinaigrette – A Simple Palate

Compliment your Italian salads with this herbaceous Italian vinaigrette that includes fresh Parmigiano Reggiano. There is no need to buy store-bought dressings once you’ve made this delicious and zingy dressing! It comes together in minutes and goes great with any salad. One of the things I often recommend people make from scratch is salad dressings! … Read more

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. Restaurant-quality with so much flavor! No sautéing, no babysitting here with 5 min prep. Set and forget! reasons to make slow cooker chicken tortilla soup Dump-and-go slow cooker dinner. This is just one of those super easy slow cooker soup recipes that … Read more

What to Cook This February

We made it to February. The Super Bowl is around the corner, and we’ll be cheering for the Chiefs from Kansas City. Here are all of my game day recipes for your consideration. If you’re planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day from home, check out these date night recipes. In just four weeks, March and glimmers … Read more