The last time I ate chicken nuggets I was probably a teenager. And why (WHY?) haven’t I had them since? They’re every bit as good as I remember them being. I feel like a fool for waiting so long to reacquaint myself with my childhood favorite lunch. The chicken nuggets I remember from when I was a kid came in a package stored in the freezer. They were easy enough for 7-year-old me to pull out the package, put a few (several dozen) onto a baking tray and pop in the oven....

If you can’t get enough hot honey, also try hot honey baked brie, hot honey sweet potatoes, and hot honey chicken (this one is made with full chicken thighs.) Guys, these hot honey chicken bowls are quite literally the new love of my life. Even without all the other bowl-y things in here, this chicken holds its own. It’s bite-sized and uber crispy and then drenched in hot honey, which elevates it to a whole new, out-of-this-world level....

If you love pork chops as much as we do, also try our baked pork chops, smothered pork chops, and honey garlic pork chops! Italian dressing is a good marinade for pork chops because the acidity from the lemon and vinegar tenderizes the meat. We use our homemade Italian dressing which is loaded with Italian herbs and bright flavors. You can use a store-bought dressing, but make sure it’s an oil and vinegar-based dressing and not a creamy one....

These lemon pepper croutons are the perfect addition to our spring mix salad and asparagus soup. These little lemon pepper croutons are perfectly crunchy and full of bright flavors. They’re a tasty addition to green salads, caesar salads, and blended vegetable soups. We sometimes just like to snack on them, too! We use our homemade lemon pepper seasoning, but you can use your own blend. Our blend has garlic and salt but if the blend you are using does not, add the salt and garlic listed in this recipe....

I posted a sneak peek of this dish on my Instagram saying “recipe on the blog soon,” and here I am nearly 3 weeks later pretending I just made this. How naive of me to have thought that once I was done with school, things would slow down, giving me more time to focus on this little space of mine. Now my mind is kicked into full gear with career development....

For a similar paleo recipe with a little spicy kick, make these sweet and spicy paleo chicken fingers! (Can’t decide which one to make? Don’t decide: cover half the chicken with either sauce for double the flavor). Chicken: Opt for tenders, or use chicken breasts cut into strips. Tapioca flour: Also known as tapioca starch. You can find it in most grocery stores, health food stores, or online. Other ingredients: Almond flour, sea salt and black pepper, eggs, honey, garlic cloves, and cayenne....

Also, make sure to try our carnitas lettuce wraps, carnitas tacos, and our rotisserie chicken carnitas with jalapeño pineapple salsa! Authentic carnitas are made by cooking a fatty cut of pork (like pork shoulder) in lard. Since most of us don’t keep tubs of lard in our pantries (at least we don’t!) this recipe is made a little differently. Don’t worry, it is every bit as delicious. To make carnitas, rub a pork butt roast (pork shoulder) with some pantry-staple spices then put it into a pot with some lime and orange juice, a little garlic, and bay leaves....

For more quick and easy weeknight side dishes, also try our roasted Italian cauliflower, best roasted broccoli, and garlic parmesan zucchini. They taste delicious with just about anything you can think of. Serve them as a side dish with meat or fish or tuck them into a grain bowl, and enjoy the leftovers for lunch on a salad the next day! For another easy carrot recipe, try our simple buttered carrots!...

Since Valentine’s Day only happens once a year, your dinner menu needs to feel special. And this menu has special written all over it. If you’ve ever wondered what kinds of things to cook for Valentine’s Day dinner, we’ve got you covered. This is the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner menu for two. You’ll notice that many of the dishes are perfect for sharing and that the menu is light but satisfying, so you’ll have plenty of energy after dinner....

If you’re a fan of chicken wings, you’ll love our honey garlic chicken wings and sriracha buffalo wings! They’re more of a pub-style chicken wing as opposed to Chinese salt and pepper chicken wings. They’re perfect for people who don’t love spicy wings, which means they’re kid-friendly, too! Baking powder is the secret ingredient we use to intensify their crispiness, so don’t skip it. They’re delicious alone or with a dipping sauce on the side....

Complete the meal with Mexican pork carnitas and corn salsa. And don’t forget about treating yourself to a fizzy lime margarita! Spicy Mexican Rice This is the spicy Mexican rice recipe that we’ve been making for years. You’ll find that it’s really versatile and has a wonderful flavor that goes well with so many different mains. It is perfectly spicy without being overly hot. Or you can even omit the jalapeño for a mild version....

Also, try this delectable cherry pie and this easy peach pie! If you’re venturing into this strawberry rhubarb pie recipe and haven’t tasted or can’t recall why this unusual ingredient is part of it, let us explain. Rhubarb: For this recipe you will need 3 ½ cups of diced rhubarb. Chop the rhubarb into pieces that are smaller than bite-sized. This is approximately 8-10 stalks of rhubarb. Strawberries: Pick up enough strawberries to make 3 cups of diced strawberries....

Complete this summery meal with some juicy grilled pork chops or perfect grilled chicken breast. And if you love fresh fruit in your salad, also try our arugula and fresh cherry salad. The in-season, sun-ripened strawberries are so sweet that it’s like putting candy in your salad and they contrast beautifully with the slightly bitter spinach. Then we add some toasted nuts, salty feta, crisp red onion and bring the whole thing together with a simple strawberry vinaigrette....

Reasons to Love this Recipe Satisfying and nutritious Easy to prepare Customizable – you can use any leftover vegetables you have on hand, allowing you to be creative and reduce food waste Convenient on-the-go snack or meal – Great for bento box lunches! Kid-friendly Fun and interactive – I know many parents struggle with getting their kids to eat meat and veggies, but involving them in the cooking process can be a game-changer....

Another non-dairy fave to try is this coconut cherry ice cream! For this recipe, you will need the right tools to get the perfect vegan ice cream. These include a blender or food processor and an ice cream maker. If you’re new to the world of vegan ice cream, there’s a somewhat surprising secret ingredient in here. And that ingredient is cashews! It’s a little bit counterintuitive, but if you want your ice cream to have the same creamy texture as dairy-based ice cream but without any dairy, reach for a bag of raw cashews....

For more inspiration, check out all of our soup recipes! Don’t forget to share this recipe collection with your soup-loving friends. And make sure to leave a comment letting us know which is your favorite recipe! While we eat soup year-round, winter soups are extra cozy. They are delicious, one-pot meals that will warm you up and make you happy. Winter soup recipes are typically richer, heartier, and (in our opinion) more delicious than warm-weather soups....

For more sweet and crunchy salads with apples, try our kale apple salad and our raw beet salad. You can’t beat the taste and texture of crisp fennel and apples tossed in a simple tangy-sweet dressing with some crunchy candied almonds on top. It’s a salad we love to make in the fall during apple season, but it’s delicious any time of year. It pairs especially well with fish and seafood, turkey burgers, and chicken....

Healthy Carrot Oatmeal Cookies I know you might be thinking, “Carrots in cookies?!” But trust me. With healthy ingredients and those favorite carrot-cake spice flavors, these carrot cookies are a filling way to start your day. These chewy oatmeal cookies are quick to stir up and bake, and are easy to grab on the go for the rest of the week just like these zucchini oatmeal cookies. They would also be the perfect addition to your brunch menu for Mother’s Day or Easter!...

This is one of my favorite spring recipes. I shared it with you years ago but thought that the pictures could use a little updating. And it was a great excuse to make another batch of carrot top pesto. Did you know that carrot tops are edible? When I found that out I started putting them in salads and even sauteeing them. This carrot top pesto lets them shine. The pesto is vibrant colored and so delicious....

I find packing cold lunchboxes much easier than packing hot lunches. Mornings are hectic as is and I could do away with the extra step of heating food and ensuring it stays warm until lunchtime. Cold lunches also offer more flexibility in terms of preparation. You can assemble sandwiches, salads, and snacks ahead of time or pull items such as baked goods, frozen yogurt (here’s how to freeze yogurt), fruit, and pouches straight from the freezer!...