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Italian Seasoning

Instead of using store-bought Italian seasoning, make your own at home! This simple blend of dried herbs is delicious in sauces, soups, and more.

...Try it as written, or experiment with the ratios to make it your own. Once you find the right mix of flavors, this simple spice blend will become one of...

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Cauliflower Crust Pizza, Part 1

Lighten up your pizza with this healthier version of pizza crust made with cauliflower, almond flour, and eggs. Top as desired! Gluten-free.

...the oven to 450 degrees. Make sure your cauliflower is dry before you start. The wetter it is, the harder it will be to work with. Chop the cauliflower and...

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Mint Julep

Learn how to make a mint julep with this easy recipe! The traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby, this bourbon cocktail is aromatic and refreshing.

...their flavor can become bitter. Top with the bourbon, and fill the cup with crushed ice. Stir the drink until the glass becomes frosted on the outside. Taste and adjust....

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French Onion Dip

This homemade French onion dip puts the store bought kind to shame! Creamy, tangy, and packed with umami flavor, it's sure to vanish in minutes.

...don’t have a high-speed blender. Then, mix up the dip! Chop up the caramelized onions, and add them to a bowl with the cashew cream. Stir in the onion powder,...

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Mango Margarita

This frozen mango margarita recipe is my ideal warm weather drink. It's tangy, frosty, sweet, and refreshing. Pass the chips and salsa, please!

...use a lime wedge to moisten the rims of the glasses and then dip the rims in a small plate of salt. Pour the mango mixture into the glasses and...

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50 Easy Appetizer Recipes

These easy appetizers will be a hit at your next party! They include delicious dips, fun finger foods, and other crowd-pleasing snacks that guests will love.

...Onion Rings Crisp on the outside and tender in the middle, they rival any onion rings you’d get out to eat. Air Fryer Fried Pickles These pickle chips are crispy,...

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Portobello Mushroom Burger

This portobello mushroom burger recipe will be a hit with vegetarians and meat eaters alike! It's juicy, meaty, and filled with rich, savory flavor.

...flavor. Extra-virgin olive oil – It helps the mushrooms get moist and tender on the grill. And salt and pepper – To make all the flavors pop! Find the complete...

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Tahini Dressing

Keep this lemon tahini dressing on hand in the fridge, and you'll eat more salad than you ever have before! It's creamy, nutty, bright, and delicious.

...small bowl along with 3 tablespoons of water, and whisk to combine. As the dressing starts to come together, the tahini will seize up, and the sauce will thicken. Don’t...

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25 Taco Toppings for Your Next Taco Bar

Looking for a fun, flavorful dinner idea? Try a taco bar! Warm a stack of tortillas, and let everyone fill them with their favorite taco toppings.

...of bright flavor to your next taco bar. Pickled Red Onions If you’ve never made pickled onions, you won’t believe how simple they are to make. Try them once, and...

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Sauteed Asparagus

Ready in 10 minutes, this sautéed asparagus recipe is an easy spring side dish! Lemon juice adds a bright pop of flavor to the tender spears.

...for 3 to 6 minutes, or until tender. The timing will depend on the thickness of your spears. Remove from the heat and toss with the lemon juice. Season to...

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Cilantro Lime Crema

Plain old sour cream can't compare to this zesty cilantro lime crema recipe. It's easy to make, and it adds bold, bright flavor to tacos, burritos, and more!

...complex than regular sour cream or my go-to alternative, Greek yogurt. The lime juice gives it zesty brightness, the cilantro freshens it up, and a little onion powder adds addictive...

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Photograph of Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews in their kitchen

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.