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Scalloped Potatoes

In this scalloped potatoes recipe, I layer tender potatoes with a creamy sauce and cheddar cheese. It's a comforting, delicious holiday side dish!

...dish. Top with half the onion, then half the sauce and 1 cup of the cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, onion, sauce, and ½ cup cheese. Cover...

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Breakfast Quesadillas

This easy breakfast quesadilla recipe is packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, fresh veggies, and cheese. It's a delicious, high-protein breakfast!

...fluffy scramble. Then, assemble the quesadillas. Lay the tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half the cheese over one side of the tortillas, then layer on the scrambled...

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Stuffed Shells

These stuffed shells are saucy, cheesy comfort food at its best! They're filled with a creamy, flavorful mix of fresh spinach, lemon zest, and ricotta cheese.

...Then, stuff the shells. The fun part! (And the messy part. 🙂 ) Use a small spoon to fill each shell with the cheese mixture. Divided evenly, the filling should...

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White Pizza

This white pizza recipe proves that you don't need tomato sauce to make a delicious pizza. It's topped with a flavorful garlic oil and 3 types of cheese!

...Brush the garlic oil over the pizza crust, then dollop the ricotta mixture onto the center. Spread into a thin layer, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Top with...

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Cornbread Stuffing

This cornbread stuffing recipe is a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or the holidays. Filled with fresh herbs and aromatics, it's savory and delicious.

...in the garlic. Place the toasted cornbread in a large bowl. Add the onion mixture, the sage, rosemary, and parsley. Stir to combine, then add 2 cups of the vegetable...

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How to Press Tofu

Learn how to press tofu with and without a tofu press! These two easy methods take just 30 minutes. They'll help you cook crispy tofu every time!

...the large white container, which will capture the water the tofu releases. Next, place the green press on top. Attach the rubber bands to the hooks on the sides of...

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What are Leeks? (And How to Cook Them)

Leeks add sweet, oniony flavor to soups, stews, pastas, and more! Read on to learn how to cut and cook them, and find some of my favorite leek recipes.

...until they’re well-charred and tender. If you’re roasting them, halve them lengthwise, chop them into 1-inch chunks, and wash them using the method described above. Then, toss them with olive...

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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...

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Banana Ice Cream

This banana ice cream recipe stars one simple ingredient: frozen bananas! This creamy, dairy-free treat is fun and refreshing on hot summer days.

...seal them in an airtight container or bag and stash them in the freezer. Step 2: Let them thaw slightly, then chop. Blending fully frozen bananas can be hard on...

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Stuffed Peppers

This easy stuffed peppers recipe is destined for your regular rotation! It's super simple, but the zesty rice filling makes it bold, fresh, and flavorful.

...Alternatively, make this recipe vegan! Instead of baking the peppers twice, you’ll just cook them once, before you fill them. After they bake, load them up with the filling, and...

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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.