Another Vitamix Giveaway!

To celebrate the launch of our new cookbook Simple Feel Good Food, we're giving away an AMAZING Vitamix blender! Find all the details below.

Did you see the Vitamix giveaway we had last week? Well, if you missed it, or if you entered but didn’t win, I have good news: we’re having ANOTHER one! Our new cookbook Simple Feel Good Food has been out for almost a week(!), and we’re giving away the Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series Blender (aka the best blender ever) to celebrate. But first, if you’ve gotten a copy of Simple Feel Good Food and love the book, I would SO appreciate you leaving a 5-star review on Amazon or wherever you made your purchase. Reviews are the #1 way to get the word out about the…

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Get a Signed Bookplate!

We're sending signed bookplates to 75 readers who purchase Simple Feel Good Food. Psst...a signed cookbook would be the perfect Mother's Day gift!

The bookplate limit has been reached. Thank you for your support of Simple Feel Good Food! Thank you so much for all your kind words about our cookbook launch on Tuesday! We’re so excited that you’re starting to cook from Simple Feel Good Food, and we hope you’re enjoying whatever you’ve made so far. If you’re loving the book, I would SO appreciate you leaving a 5-star review on Amazon or wherever you made your purchase. Reviews are the #1 way to get the word out about the book, and it would mean so much if you wrote one. THANK…

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Introducing Simple Feel Good Food

My new book Simple Feel Good Food is officially out TODAY! It's packed with 125+ make-now and make-ahead recipes. Keep reading for a preview!

Today’s the day! My new cookbook Love & Lemons Simple Feel Good Food is officially out in the world, and I can’t wait for you to cook from it. My inspiration for this book came from you, the Love & Lemons readers. You’ve taught me that we all want to eat healthy, delicious food, but we have different ways of getting there. Some people like easy recipes that they can make right now. And others like to plan ahead. Simple Feel Good Food is for these two types of cooks. Half the recipes are at the ready recipes, which are simple to make…

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How I Think About Meal Planning: 3-in-1s!

Don't like eating the same thing every day? Me neither. In Simple Feel Good Food, I show you how I meal prep to keep my cooking simple, yet exciting.

Simple Feel Good Food comes out in 2 days!!! Quick reminder: if you haven’t pre-ordered yet, we have an awesome Vitamix giveaway going on AND we’re sending a free bonus e-book to those who pre-order. Head to our cookbook page to get the details and to pre-order while you still can! Ok, logistics aside, I want to tell you about a really cool feature in Simple Feel Good Food: the 3-in-1 meal plans! What is a 3-in-1? I also like to call this section “Meal Prep for People Who Don’t Like Eating The Same Thing Every Day.” Here’s how it works: In…

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Peanut Noodles

This peanut noodles recipe is a quick, delicious meal! You can stir together the spicy, creamy peanut sauce while the noodles cook. So easy!

Peanut noodles are one of the most crave-able meals. The gooey noodles, the creamy sauce, crunchy veggies, and refreshing herbs… Luckily for us, this peanut noodles recipe is just as easy as it is delicious. You can stir together the peanut sauce in a single bowl, and the only component that requires cooking is the noodles. Even with the fresh toppings, the whole dish comes together in less than 30 minutes. It’s a quick option for a weeknight dinner, and leftovers pack up perfectly for lunch the next day. Ok, I’m craving peanut noodles now. Anyone else? Let’s cook! Peanut…

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Peanut Sauce

You can make this easy peanut sauce recipe in just 5 minutes! Sweet and spicy, it's delicious as a dipping sauce and on noodles, salads, and more.

This peanut sauce recipe is so tasty that you’ll want to eat it straight off a spoon! It has an amazing creamy texture, with a nutty, bright, and spicy flavor from peanut butter, lime, and sriracha. The ingredient list is short and sweet, and you can stir it together in 5 minutes. Try it on peanut noodles, rice bowls, or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls. You’ll be hooked! Peanut Sauce Recipe Ingredients Though this peanut sauce recipe draws inspiration from Indonesian and Thai peanut sauce, it’s not intended to be an authentic version of those sauces by any…

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The Simple Feel Good Book Tour!

Join me for a live event to celebrate the launch of my new cookbook Simple Feel Good Food! Find the full schedule of virtual and in-person events below.

My new cookbook Simple Feel Good Food comes out on April 25, and I’m going to be doing some really fun live events to celebrate! I’m sharing the full schedule with event details below. I hope you can join me for one, whether in-person or virtually. See you soon! Virtual Events Tune in from anywhere to learn about Simple Feel Good Food! Times listed in CDT. 4/25 at 7pm – Live Cook-Along with Williams Sonoma I’ll be making my White Bean Swiss Chard Burgers and answering all your cookbook-related questions on Zoom! This class costs $35, which includes a copy of the book. Get…

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The Ultimate Vitamix Giveaway

Pre-order our new cookbook Simple Feel Good Food for a chance to win a high-speed blender, food processor, and immersion blender from Vitamix!

This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to our winner, Amy Gingery! The countdown begins! Our new cookbook Love & Lemons Simple Feel Good Food comes out in a little over a week. To celebrate, I have the most AMAZING Vitamix giveaway! Yes, we’re giving away the best blender ever, but that’s not all… Pre-order Simple Feel Good Food by April 25th to enter to win this extra special Vitamix prize pack: A3500 Gourmet SmartPrep Kitchen System which incudes: a Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series Blender the Vitamix 12-Cup Food Processor Attachment Vitamix 4-Piece Immersion Blender Bundle To enter, just send your book…

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21 Asparagus Recipes to Make This Spring

Celebrate spring with our best asparagus recipes! Fresh, bright, and easy to make, they include pastas, risottos, salads, side dishes, and more.

I start daydreaming about asparagus recipes as soon as I notice the first signs of spring. If I see daffodils shooting up in front of a neighbor’s house, I crave an asparagus frittata. If I glimpse green buds forming on a tree, I want a bowl of asparagus soup. And if the temperature rises above 60°F, I’m already at the grocery store getting the ingredients for pasta primavera. What can I say? After a long winter filled with root veggies and squash, asparagus recipes are an exciting change. They’re fresh, bright, and often quick to prepare—the beginning of the easy,…

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How to Make An Omelette

Learn how to make an omelette! This simple recipe is easy to master, and it's delicious with any filling you like. Try fresh herbs, vegetables, or cheese!

This omelette recipe is a staple in our kitchen, and my hope is that it will be in yours too. It’s hands down my favorite method for how to make an omelette. I love it because the results are fantastic (think fluffy, tender, just-set eggs), but it’s easy to master. With a little practice, you’ll be able to pull off a perfect omelette every time! Make one for a hearty breakfast, or whip one up for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The beauty of this omelette recipe is that it’s a delicious option for any meal. Plus, you…

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Don’t miss out on these exclusive recipes!

Pre-order our new cookbook to get a FREE e-book with 5 exclusive recipes. They aren't in the book or on the blog—you don't want to miss them!

Our new cookbook Simple Feel Good Food comes out in less than a month! Creating a cookbook is a long process—we’ve been working on this one for over two years. I can’t believe that it will finally be out in the world! I’m so excited to share it with you. Simple Feel Good Food will hit bookstore shelves on April 25, but today’s post is a reminder that it’s available for pre-order NOW! Why pre-order? You’ll be guaranteed a copy of the book on launch day. Get a sneak peek of what’s in it here! AND we’re offering a free e-book as a thank…

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Hello, we're Jeanine and Jack.

We love to eat, travel, cook, and eat some more! We create & photograph vegetarian recipes from our home in Chicago, while our shiba pups eat the kale stems that fall on the kitchen floor.