What’s not to love about banana bread cookies?! I’m a sucker for a good, thick slice of banana bread but sometimes the whole production of making a loaf sounds like a lot of work and time. That’s where banana bread cookies come into play. Hello perfect hand held deliciousness that’s enjoyed for either breakfast or dessert, no judgement here! These thick, soft, chocolate studded cookies are full of banana flavor and are light and fluffy!...

I am not joking when I say I have been making these crispy beef tacos for my family once a week for the last month! Taco night is always fun, but now we look forward to taco nights even more with this flavorful, easy recipe. And when the family wants chicken tacos, I always make these Baked Chicken Tacos ! They are a breeze to prepare on busy weeknights and require minimal cleanup....

This easy mushroom risotto is the best risotto you will ever make! Umami flavored mushrooms, garlic, piney rosemary, shallots and parmesan cheese – this will be the most wanted side dish at the table. Just add the wine and you have yourself a classy and amazing meal. When you think about making risotto you may think it’s a complicated or intimidating dish to make. Think again! ? Risotto is actually very simple and easy to make....

I firmly believe that every baker needs a great buttercream frosting recipe in their back pocket. And that’s why I want to introduce you to My Favorite Buttercream Frosting! I know that for me, I can’t go back to store-bought frosting after trying this recipe. There are several different types of buttercream frosting including: American Buttercream : A popular version you’re likely already familiar with. This is the simplest of buttercreams, and uses the fewest ingredients (butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla being the key ones)....

Peanut butter and Banana – is there a better combo?! This peanut butter banana smoothie recipe always hits the spot. It can almost be enjoyed as a treat or a dessert since it tastes so yummy! As a busy mom I need quick, nutrient dense snacks and meals at my fingertips and smoothies are always great options. They are easy to throw together, flavors and varieties are endless and who doesn’t love a good smoothie?...

Giant Peanut Butter Monster Cookies. It honestly doesn’t get any better than this! If you’re a fan of thick, gooey, chocolate-filled cookies you’re not going to want to put this cookie down. Believe me! After making these peanut butter chip cookies and peanut butter cup cookies I knew I had to whip up another epic cookie recipe. But truthfully, what’s not to love about peanut butter & chocolate together in cookie form?...

Who doesn’t love a homemade Pumpkin Scone Recipe!? Perfect for a Fall morning with a big cup of coffee. You’ll love that they’re made with not one but two types of glaze : a classic white glaze and a decadent pumpkin spiced icing. Grab a pumpkin spice latte and you’ll be set! These pumpkin scones are incredibly easy to make, are soft, fluffy and completely drool worthy. They are are a million times better than store-bought baked goods, and you’re going to want to cozy up with them this Fall....

You might be surprised to find this Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe is sweetened with California Prunes. I took the prunes and made a prune puree to help reduce the amount of added sugars and they turned out perfect! I can’t wait for you to try them. I also added espresso powder in these vegan chocolate chip cookies to help intensify the chocolate flavor. I love adding espresso powder in my brownie recipes too for this same reason!...

Veggie Lasagna Roll Ups…quick and satisfying meal! The weeks are busy so try out this easy weeknight dinner to make the whole family happy! I have been battling a little cold this week so I felt like making some comfort food for myself. This recipe hit the spot, that’s for sure! I wanted to try something new and different with these roll ups. Cooking with zucchini has been sorta my thing lately so I decided to incorporate zucchini into this recipe as well....

These Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls are fresh, flavorful, and so easy to make. Fresh tuna is tossed in a simple soy-sesame sauce and topped with creamy avocado, crunchy wasabi peas, edamame, and scallions - all served over a bed of fluffy rice. They’re the perfect balance of taste and texture and are ready in less than 30 minutes! For more delicious rice bowl recipes, try my Easy Mexican Street Corn Chicken & Rice Bowls , Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls or Southwest Chicken Rice Bowls ....

If the taste of summer could fit in a bowl, you would find my Avocado Corn Salad filling that bowl to the brim! The flavors of summer come bursting through this delicious, colorful, easy-to-make salad that is a great companion to BBQ cook-outs, side salads for a pot lucks, or the perfect summertime salad for lunch. The main attraction of this salad is the sweet yellow corn. I don’t even cook the corn before cutting it off the cob, I love its fresh flavors as is!...

You won’t be able to pass up a bite (or ten) of my Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip! There are so many Spinach Artichoke Dips out there but this recipe has the perfect blend of cheeses, spinach and artichokes and the best Panko breadcrumb topping. I always love serving a variety of dips at parties and this Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip , Seven Layer Bean Dip , and Texas Caviar Dip always all disappear so fast....

Creamy, high-protein cottage cheese ice cream made in the Ninja CREAMi! It’s smooth, sweet, high-protein, and a dessert you’ll be wanting to make time and time again! For more Ninja Creami recipes, try my Strawberry Ice Cream , Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream or Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream ! Cottage Cheese Ice Cream. Now this is a trend that lives up to the hype! My version is made in the Ninja CREAMi because I knew I had to create a high protein recipe using cottage cheese for my Creami series !...

You might not want to make eggplant parmesan any other way now. I’m calling this the best eggplant parmesan because: It’s smothered in gooey, fresh mozzarella cheese Has 2 layers of perfectly crisp eggplant slices The eggplant has a wonderfully meaty interior Baked to perfection in your favorite marinara sauce The noodles are part of the baked dish so it’s an all-in-one type meal One thousand times better than your average eggplant parmesan recipe!...

These Easy Pickled Jalapeños are the perfect way to add a bold, tangy kick to just about any dish! They come together in minutes—no canning needed—and bring the perfect balance of heat and flavor. Try these pickled jalapeños on my baked chicken tacos , homemade burgers , sheet pan nachos , or homemade crunchwrap supreme ! And if the thought of canning stuff intimidates you, don’t be scared! With this easy recipe, you make quick brine on the stovetop, pour it in the jar, and let it sit in the fridge overnight!...

Salads are not just for summer time! This fall fruit salad is full of fresh flavors and a perfect way to incorporate fruit into your daily diet. It is also gluten free! I like this salad because since it is made with a Greek yogurt dressing you are getting a good source of protein and calcium in as well. I added the pecans for an additional crunch but also because they contain a trace mineral – Copper – which is used by the body for energy and nervous system function....

One of the greatest things about the holidays in my opinion is gingerbread, and more specifically this gingerbread loaf! This quick bread is super easy to whip up, no stand mixer required and it’s finished with a cinnamon-y cream cheese frosting that is life-changing! Baked goods with warming spices in any form are a must for the holiday season. If you love this recipe you’ll be sure to love my chewy molasses cookies and this best ever banana bread !...

This Ground Pork Stir Fry is fast and flavorful, making it the perfect go-to meal option for the busiest of weeknights. The sauce is simple, sweet, savory, and a little spicy if you like chili flakes. One of my favorite parts is that this meal comes together in 20 minutes! Low-effort, high-reward recipes are my jam! Say hello to juicy ground pork sizzled with shallots, garlic, and ginger, tossed with your favorite crisp-tender veggies (really, anything works here!...

My Iced Oatmeal Cookies have a touch of the traditional old-fashioned cookie, but the buttery, brown butter flavor, along with notes of brown sugar and warm spice, will stir up delicious new memories as soon as you step foot in the kitchen. This recipe starts with the brown butter, and as it bubbles on the stove top, your kitchen fills with a caramel aroma. Mix it into your cookie dough, and you get a slightly toffee-like taste that is sweet and savory....

These lemon poppyseed scones are buttery, flakey, and full of lemon flavor. My mom has a lemon tree in her backyard that has been producing lemons like crazy and she will call me over to pick up lemons from time to time. Life literally handed me lemons and said, “Hey Tawnie, make something!” So with lemon overload, and 3 full poppy seed jars I found on the spice rack…I decided to make some lemon poppyseed scones!...