Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Flaky Gluten Free Pie Crust (All-Butter)

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Hi, my name is Emily. I am a pie critic...who doesn't know how to make pies. Until now, that is!!! My grandma was an amazing pie baker. Every holiday, special event, or just because, she made a pie. Apple was my favorite, but I couldn't pass up a good pumpkin pie. Or her lemon meringue pie, or her rhubarb pie in the spring. They were all flawless, every time. Even when she would exclaim that this crust wasn't her best. Grandma, it was always your best. To us, at … [Read more...]

Make Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches (with Pesto)

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Is there a better breakfast than a warm, egg sandwich, with melted cheese?  On a busy weekday?! Especially, because all you have to do was warm it up in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute, and it's piping hot, and ready to get your day started. Because, these aren't just any breakfast sandwiches. These are make ahead breakfast sandwiches.  That's right. These breakfast sandwiches are meant to be made ahead, on the weekends - and stored in your fridge so that a warm … [Read more...]

Healthy Rice Krispie Treats (No Marshmallows)

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Healthy rice krispie treats? Is such a thing even possible?! Yes it is!!! I have had this idea ever since I made my healthier scotcharoos. Which are pretty much a rice krispie treat, only with peanut butter, instead of marshmallows, and topped with a layer of melted chocolate and butterscotch chips. SO GOOD!!!! Anyways, I knew from that recipe that you don't actually need marshmallows to hold rice cereal together. All you need is a little nut butter, and honey. These healthier rice … [Read more...]

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs (Easy to Peel)

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Hard boiled eggs are a wonderful thing.  They are easy, they are a great make-ahead breakfast, or snack. They are portable. You can add them to salads, turn them into egg salad, or deviled eggs. Plus, eggs are so good for us. They are a complete protein that has essential amino acids.  Not to mention, they have a lot of vitamins and minerals in them. What's not to love?! What if I told you making hard boiled eggs can be even easier with the use of the Instant pot?!?! I used … [Read more...]

Easy Fermented Salsa (Great for Gut Health)

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I have been excited to share this fermented salsa recipe with you for a year!!! I started making it last summer, after my content calendar was already planned...so, I saved it for this summer. Yes, it's September, and I should probably be sharing a soup recipe, or a pumpkin recipe...or something....but, I know you all still have tomatoes coming out of your garden like crazy, so I knew sharing a fermented salsa recipe was still needed. That's the beauty of fermented salsa, it uses fresh … [Read more...]

Easiest Pitcher Margaritas (Made in a Blender)

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Well hello there, it's my friend, the margarita!!! Was there ever a more perfect cocktail for the summer?! Tart, sweet, strong,  salted rim, and  served over ice for a refreshing way to celebrate the day. I don't think so. I first shared this recipe for easiest pitcher margaritas back in 2019.  Since then I have made this pitcher margarita recipe countless times. I served it to numerous people, and thus, I continued to tweak it ever so slightly until it was absolutely … [Read more...]

The Best Key Lime Pie (Gluten Free)

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Hi, who else would like a nice cold slice of key lime pie?!?! It's my birthday in two days! So, you better celebrate with me by making this key lime pie. Trust me, it's 100% birthday worthy! This key lime pie is so good. It's creamy, citrus-y, tart, and perfectly sweet, with a crumbly graham cracker crust - topped with homemade whipped cream - it's refreshing, and a beloved summertime dessert that can't be beat. My love for key lime pie started at a young age. We would travel to Sanibel … [Read more...]

Greek Chickpea Salad with Shrimp

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It's officially summer, and nothing says summer, more than a big fat salad that's served chilled. It's Greek chickpea salad time, my friends!!! Much like my Italian pasta salad with salami, this Greek chickpea salad is packed with veggies, can be made in advance, and is super easy to make. You've got the tender, meaty chickpeas along with the crunchy cucumbers, some artichoke hearts, crunchy red onion, black olives, and kalamata olives, juicy grape tomatoes, plenty of feta cheese for tang, … [Read more...]

Blueberry Cake Donuts with Lemon Glaze (Baked)

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Hello, little blueberry cake donuts with lemon glaze!!!  You are here to make everyone's day just a little bit brighter, aren't you? Fluffy, tender, studded with juicy blueberries, and topped with a lemon glaze that sweetens the donuts just right. Pure joy, if you ask me. These blueberry cake donuts are the perfect treat to make on the weekend as part of your breakfast, or as a dessert. They're baked, instead of fried, and they are yeast free, so they don't require any rise … [Read more...]

Easy Italian Pasta Salad with Salami

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If pasta salad doesn't scream summertime, than I don't know what does. Pasta salad is a summertime staple here in the Midwest. You can expect to see it served at picnics, backyard parties, pool parties, etc. Today, I am sharing my take on an Italian inspired pasta salad. It's got loads of Italian veggies and flavors, all dressed in a zesty Italian vinaigrette. It's ideal for any summertime party situation...or for an easy meal at home. Italian pasta salad is loaded with crunchy veggies, … [Read more...]