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Instant Pot Creamy Lentil Curry (30 Minutes)

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Fall is officially upon us. As I write this post it is a cool, rainy fall day and I am so excited to cozy up to a warm comforting bowl of this creamy lentil curry for dinner tonight. Leftovers FTW!!! I first made this recipe in the beginning of spring when weather was still cold. I knew I needed to save it for fall because my blog calendar for recipes was already planned out with spring and early summer recipes. Here we are. Finally ready for cozying up with sweaters and steaming bowls of … [Read more...]

Easy Indian Spiced Peas (20 Minutes)

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Do you ever realize very last minute when you're making dinner that you want a side vegetable, but you're out of fresh veggies? That's how these Indian spiced peas were born. I was making my Instant Pot creamy lentil curry and began scrounging around in our freezer for some frozen veggie....which I don't usually love on their own. Especially peas, I like peas in things, but on their own they're just a pile of mushy green things. While my entree was cooking away in the instant pot - the … [Read more...]

Quick Pickled Red Onions

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Hi, it's me! I have been MIA for a while because I came down with a nasty cold that hung around for 2 weeks. Finally feeling better and the first thing I have to share is boring old pickled red onions? I know, what kind of food blogger am I?! It's just how things flowed. Anyways, quick pickled red onions may not seems super exciting..but they are actually pretty amazing! They have become super trendy.  I guarantee that there are pickled onions served on at least one dish in every … [Read more...]

Cinnamon Turmeric Energy Balls

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You all know how much I love a good energy ball, right? They are one of my favorite healthy snacks to have on hand for pre or post workout, for a morning snack before breakfast, or as part of a breakfast. They are a great afternoon snack and perfect for traveling because they can be stored at room temperature for most of the day. Yes, that makes them perfect for school or work lunches. Also, if I have a little sweet tooth craving energy balls can usually satisfy that urge. Today, I have … [Read more...]

Crunchy No Bake Chocolate Cookies

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The second day of September and people are dreaming of cooler weather and beginning to bake cookies, breads, and all the pumpkin things! I am over here sharing no bake chocolate cookies as my effort to squeeze in one more summer inspired recipe. As you know, turning my oven on during the summer is something I try my best to avoid, that's when these no bake chocolate cookies come into play. No oven needed. All you do is boil some of the ingredients for 3 minutes, exactly and then stir in the … [Read more...]

Dairy Free Tropical Sherbet (No Churn)

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Does everyone feel a little rushed as soon as mid August hits? "No! summer, please don't go!" Or are you like, "YES! Bring on the cooler weather. Bring on the pumpkin!" ???? I am of the first category. In the world of food blogging, end of August tends to bring about whispers of pumpkin spice recipes, and talks of cozy soups. I truly love all of those things, but I resist the rush to jump into fall before it's even started. Every. Single. Year. Fall doesn't officially start until … [Read more...]

Red Wine Frozen Sangria (Mixed Berry)

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Happy Friday!!! I believe it's time for a summertime cocktail!!! Will you join me?! Everyone knows what sangria is, right?! Wine that has had some kind of fruit soaked in it for several hours, maybe some kind of brandy is added for an extra punch - that lovely concoction is served chilled. So fruity, refreshing, and the perfect cocktail for summer! What would happen if we took some frozen fruit and blended it up with some wine?!?! We would have one tasty red wine frozen sangria on our … [Read more...]

Raw Zucchini Quinoa Salad with Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

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If you haven't noticed I am all about the fresh summertime veggies right now. Can you blame me?! It's the best time of the year for food! Okay, maaayyyybeee early fall when all the squash and pumpkins, and apples are coming into season while there are still melons and tomatoes and sweet corn available. OMG sweet corn! I need to have more sweet corn!!! Take advantage while all the goodies last! This raw zucchini quinoa salad with lemon herb vinaigrette is no exception to making use of all the … [Read more...]

Easy Herbed Marinated Mushrooms

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Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a mushroom addict. It's been an ongoing addiction my entire life. And I just now found yet another way to eat them. Marinated mushrooms. There is no end in sight. Can you accept me and my obsession with all things mushrooms? Umm and just to clarify I am not talking about any trippy mushrooms here LOL! Only good-for you, fiber packed, vitamin, and mineral loaded edible mushrooms. Give them to me raw. Saute them in a little butter, always has … [Read more...]

Strawberry Banana Cucumber Smoothie

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This was a popular recipe that was previously published on Robust Recipes. It has been updated for a better user experience. Cucumber is in the HOUSE!!! And by house, I mean smoothie! Cucumber in a smoothie?! Ummmm! Yes, I know it sounds kinda weird, but it's actually really good. Refreshing, creamy, summery, and so delicious! Also, a great way to make use of a cucumber that is about to go bad on you. One that is too soft to eat but isn't gross and moldy or anything - throw it in … [Read more...]