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Lighter Orange Chicken (30 Minutes)

April 14, 2021 By Emily

This post was previously published on Robust Recipes. The photos, and recipe have been updated for a better user experience. Enjoy! Orange chicken!!! YESSS!!!!  I remember when I first discovered this sweet, sticky, fried chicken. I was in high school. Our small mall just got a Panda Express in it's food court. By food court, I mean it had 4 places to eat, now 5. When you're a teenager, and swimming for two hours a day on the swim team, you're always hungry. Since I have a … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: 1 pan or 1 bowl, Chicken & Poultry, Dairy Free, Dinner, Easy, Egg Free, Entrées, Fall, Gluten Free, Healthy, Meatless, Nut-Free, Spring, Summer, Winter Tagged With: 1 pan, 30 Minutes, chicken/poultry, dairy-free, dinner, Easy, egg free, entree, Gluten Free, healthy

Healthier Mac and Cheese (Super Creamy)

April 7, 2021 By Emily

Who else is ready for some healthier mac and cheese?!?! I mean, when are we not in the mood for noodles enrobed in a creamy cheesy sauce?! Let's be honest. And don't worry, when I say healthier mac and cheese, I don't mean mac and cheese that is lacking in cheesy flavor, or creamy goodness. I mean a healthier mac and cheese that actually tastes rich and super cheesy and creamy, with plump noodles. A mac and cheese that satisfies all of the those comfort food cravings. You can trust me, … [Read more...]

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Irish Champ (Mashed Potatoes with Green Onions)

March 17, 2021 By Emily

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!!! 🍀 I love the opportunity to celebrate anything Irish so much that I had to take this opportunity to share just one more Irish recipe with you. What feels more Irish then potatoes? (At least, to us Americans lol). Today, we are making Irish champ. What is Irish champ? Essentially mashed potatoes with milk, butter, and a ton of green onions! Sounds great, right? How can you go wrong with buttery mashed potatoes and green onions? This is my take on a … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: 10 Ingredients or less, Dinner, Easy, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Meatless, Nut-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Sides, Spring, Uncategorized, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: 10 ingredients or less, Easy, Gluten Free, potatoes, Sides, vegetarian

The Best Egg Drop Soup (15 Minutes)

February 17, 2021 By Emily

Egg drop soup that comes together in only 15 minutes, has been saving this winter!!! We have been having wind chills as low as -30 degrees, Fahrenheit the past few weeks.🥶 Having a quick and easy soup recipe to make, when all we want is a warm hug in a bowl for a meal has been a life saver!!! 😊 The best part is I pretty much always have all the ingredients needed to make egg drop soup on hand. So, without planning, I can have a hot bowl of homemade soup ready to enjoy. Which, let's be … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: 1 pan or 1 bowl, 10 Ingredients or less, 30 Minutes, or Less, Appetizers, Dairy Free, Dinner, Easy, Eggs, Entrées, Fall, Gluten Free, Healthy, Meatless, Nut-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Soups, Tofu, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: 1 pan, dairy-free, Easy, entree, Gluten Free, healthy, soup, vegetarian

Satisfying Instant Pot Lentil Soup

January 20, 2021 By Emily

I know, I know - at the mention of lentil soup half of you are probably thinking "well this sounds boring". I promise you, it's not. Yes, it is possible to make a deliciously satisfying lentil soup that won't leave wishing you ate a bowl of beef chili instead. This lentil soup is packed with a variety of veggies for interesting texture, and flavor for the taste buds. It's also has loads of perfectly cooked lentils. Several cups of the veggies and lentils are blended up and stirred back … [Read more...]

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Homemade Hot Chocolate (5 Ingredients)

December 9, 2020 By Emily

hot chocolate in a clear mug with melted whipped cream dripping down the side of the mug.

Hi friends. Coming in HOT with the hot chocolate!!! 🤣 Man, 2020 has this been a doozy of a year. Hasn't it? I think this means that we all need a warm hug. And, that hug can come in the form of a mug of homemade hot chocolate. Besides, what better drink is there to be enjoyed during December? Silky smooth, chocolate-y, and rich and creamy, warm and comforting, this is just what the world needs right now.  Top it with my homemade frozen whipped cream, or marshmallows, or keep … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: 1 pan or 1 bowl, 10 Ingredients or less, 30 Minutes, or Less, Chocolate, Cocktails, Dairy Free, Desserts, Drinks, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Gluten Free, Meatless, No Bake, Nut-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: 1 pan, 30 Minutes, chocolate, dairy-free, Dessert, drinks, Easy, Gluten Free, vegan, vegetarian

How to Make Whipped Cream (+ How to Freeze)

December 2, 2020 By Emily

whipped cream in a white bowl with a spoon.

Happy December, friends!! It's officially baking season. And with baked goods comes the need for some homemade whipped cream.  Fluffy clouds of sweet vanilla-scented, creamy heaven, dolloped on top of any pie you love. Or, scooped on top of hot chocolate (recipe coming next week), or even on top of your coffee. Dip strawberries, or, pretty much any kind of fresh fruit, into whipped cream, and you've instantly got a delicious fruity treat. The possibilities are endless on how you … [Read more...]

4 Comments Filed Under: 10 Ingredients or less, Baking, Desserts, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Frostings, Gluten Free, How To, Meatless, No Bake, Nut-Free, Pies, Refined Sugar Free, Spring, Summer, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: Dessert, Easy, Gluten Free, refined-sugar free, vegetarian

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel Topping

November 18, 2020 By Emily

Hi friends. I know this is a challenging Thanksgiving for many, due to the covid-19 pandemic. Thanksgiving feasts and festivities might look a little different this year. 🤍 However you are planning to celebrate, with just your immediate family, just you and your significant other, or a few close family members or friends, I hope you still find ways to be thankful this year. 2020 will not be a year that we soon forget. Something that has helped me to stay positive during this uncertain time … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Easy, Fall, Gluten Free, Instant Pot, Meatless, Sides, Vegetarian, Winter Tagged With: Easy, fall recipe, Gluten Free, Sides, Thanksgiving, vegetarian

Homemade Corn Chowder (Uses Fresh Corn)

September 23, 2020 By Emily

Welcome to Fall!  The mornings and evenings are growing cooler, which only means one thing. Soup, with dinner. Here in Iowa, we have exceptionally good sweet corn. Corn is what our state is known for. Well, also pork. We start seeing farm stands for sweet corn starting in August. It is the most delicious treat to buy ears of corn right outside your grocery store, or from the farmers market, to take it home and chow down on the most delicious, sweet, crunchy corn.  We love … [Read more...]

8 Comments Filed Under: 1 pan or 1 bowl, Appetizers, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Gluten Free, Healthy, Meatless, Nut-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Sides, Soups, Vegetarian Tagged With: 1 pan, 30 Minutes, fall recipe, Gluten Free, healthy, Sides, soup

Fresh Grape Tomato Salsa (AKA Pico de Gallo)

September 9, 2020 By Emily

This post was previously published on Robust Recipes in 2016. The recipe and photos have been updated for a better reader experience. Enjoy.  Hi Friends! Welcome to the last summer recipe of 2020. This is always a bittersweet transition for me to make.  Summer is my favorite food season. Yet, there are so many cozy, comforting recipes to be made in the fall and winter. Let's get to it, shall we? As stated above I originally made this recipe in 2016. It has brought in a … [Read more...]

17 Comments Filed Under: 10 Ingredients or less, 30 Minutes, or Less, Appetizers, Condiments, Dairy Free, Dips & Sauces, Easy, Egg Free, Fall, Gluten Free, Healthy, Meatless, Nut-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Sides, Snacks, Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: appetizers, Gluten Free, sauces, Sides, Snacks, vegan, vegetarian

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I create simple, healthy recipes that have food allergy adaptations, whenever possible. My favorite recipes to share are desserts that contain nutritious ingredients, while still tasting decadent. I believe in the power of eating wholesome, quality food. It fuels, and empowers us. At Robust Recipes you will find food that will make you feel as good as it tastes. Read More…

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