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I adore asparagus. I shave it into ribbons, then pile it atop homemade Asparagus Pizza.I bake it into Asparagus Casserole and Cheesy Chicken Asparagus Casserole.I adore it simply prepared in this Roasted Asparagus and Grilled Asparagus.When I’m feeling fancy, I serve Bacon Wrapped Asparagus. One of my favorite aspects of cooking in the spring, in addition to the availability of fresh asparagus, is the easier, breezier tone that spring recipes adopt....

When we’re craving a homemade Italian meal, I often turn to quick and easy pasta recipes. When I was feeling extra fancy, however, this oven-baked chicken Parmesan (also known as chicken parmigiana) is my forever go-to. The first time I made this easy baked chicken Parmesan recipe, I knew it was an instant keeper. The Parmesan-crusted chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside and lusciously juicy on the inside, and the cheese topping is hot, bubbly, and every bit as satisfying as it should be....

Baked shrimp scampi is easy to make and is going to make you feel like a combination of Ina Garten, Julia Child, and the kind of person who calmly greets guests with a glass of wine in hand because she had dinner prepped hours ago. If you are asking yourself if what is effectively a gussied up, garlicky baked shrimp casserole really accomplish all that, the answer is OMG YES....

FavoritePinShare This tasty baked dish is super easy, cheesy, and flavorful! For adding a little Italian goodness to busy weeknights, spaghetti pie is the answer! Deep-dish pasta dishes are some of my absolute favorites. You have got to try my baked manicotti, chicken spaghetti, and chicken parmesan casserole! They have the BEST texture and so much ooey-gooey cheese! Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Pie Recipe If you are anything like me, when you make spaghetti, you make enough to feed an army....

I have a deep affection for vegetables that were made fun of in middle school. Not to bring up my childhood (but to bring up my childhood), my full-forehead bangs, braces/glasses duo, and 12-year-old-boyish figure put me in the metaphorical clarinet section, not the cheerleading squad. Since those days, I’ve matured. No longer an uncomfortable little nerd, I’m now a giant nerd at peace with her inner geekdom. I dropped the bangs, kept the boyish figure (or rather nature did, but I’m rolling with it), and have come to realize that what others viewed as an unattractive vegetable was actually a sweet, nutritious, and tasty pizza topping....

This BLT salad recipe with avocado is the perfect way to enjoy a satisfying, quick meal — much like my other faves, including taco salad, chef salad, and big mac salad — or as a side dish. Lately, it’s become one of my go-to healthy lunches when I don’t feel like cooking, since it has just a handful of basic ingredients and is ready in minutes. And, you can feel good about eating it: You get to keep all the fresh and savory flavor of classic BLT sandwiches without the extra bread (much like a BLT stuffed avocado!...

Who can resist a bubbly Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwich coming hot out of the oven? This Brazilian version takes it up a notch, because the sandwiches are covered with a delicious and creamy mustard-y white sauce. Simply to die for! If I close my eyes, I can picture myself back in Brazil, in my grandma’s house, waiting patiently while she takes a dish of Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwich out of the oven....

FavoritePinShare Bring the magic of the wizarding world to your home with a glass of this delectable homemade butter beer! With creamy, butterscotch flavor and whipped cream topping, everyone in your family will be wanting a refill. Homemade drinks are a great way to add a little pizzazz to meals with your family! I have a few more recipes on the blog inspired by some of my favorite drinks. You’ll have to add this copycat Starbucks pink drink, Chick-fil-A lemonade, and mint julep to the lineup!...

FavoritePinShare Buttery Garlic Herb Chicken with Zucchini is an easy 30 minute meal that has tender and juicy chicken cooked in a buttery garlic herb sauce with zucchini. This dish is cooked with fresh herbs and is incredible! Quick and easy meals are just what is needed at this time! 15 Minute Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, 20 Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas, 20 Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas or 20 Minute Garlic Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein are minute meals to help make your weeknight easier....

I have many variations of Caprese salad recipes here on Wholesome Yum (ideas below!), but recently realized that I don’t have the regular, classic version that I actually make most often. So, here it is — and it’s the ultimate summer salad! Juicy, fresh tomatoes, leafy basil, and creamy fresh mozzarella combine with the best Caprese salad dressing. The result? An iconic side dish for any Italian meal! And unlike other Italian sides like marinated artichoke salad, this one needs no lettuce....

It’s as if these gooey caramel apple bars know the secret melody to my heart. Every time I am within three feet of my kitchen (ahem, anytime I’m home and not asleep), they sing me a sweet siren love song, and I am left with no option but to sneak another bite. Their allure is unstoppable, and I have neither the will nor the desire to resist. Caramel apple bars are just one of those desserts—the ones you can’t stay away from (like this Vegan Apple Crisp)....

I think we can all agree that any form of bread smothered in butter, garlic and parmesan cheese is a winner so I don’t think it’ll take too much convincing for you to try these garlic knots! They’re made from two ingredient dough (flour and Greek yoghurt) which means no yeast is required and they can be ready in under 30 minutes. Why not make a double batch of the dough and make this Roast Pumpkin Pizza for the ultimate carb night in?...

FavoritePinShare Brown Butter Blondies! These chewy blondie bars are enhanced with the rich flavor of browned butter and loaded with (optional) nuts and candy pieces. Don’t worry if you’ve never browned butter before, it’s easy and I’ll walk you through the steps below! Brown Butter Blondies Hi everyone! Sam here from Sugar Spun Run with another sweet treat. Today I’m sharing a decadent recipe for Browned Butter Blondies. All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate....

FavoritePinShare Rating: 5 stars Difficulty of Recipe: 1 star Things that I changed: Nothing Things that I would do differently next time: Make 2 batches. 🙂 Will I make this again? Yes All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household. Read More Posts by Alyssa facebook twitter pinterest instagram Comment * Name * Email * Website...

It was a damp November day. We’d been going for hours and were tired and hungry (ever feel that way after work?). We followed our noses to a tucked-away basement restaurant, grabbed our picture menus, and pointed at what looked like the ideal meal for the moment: juicy chicken breaded, fried, and served with a sweet, sticky Asian sauce often called tonkatsu. It was simple, satiating, and exactly what the moment needed....

When I began cooking for myself, I quickly learned the value of a keeping a few pantry staples in stock so that (in theory) I could always pull together a healthy meal, even on the busiest weeknight. It served me well, but now that I’m cooking more frequently, I’ve noticed a bit of an issue with my once-reliable strategy. I never actually use them. About This Chipotle Chicken Skillet Instead of relying on the friendly cans of black beans and chickpeas, expertly frozen chicken breasts, and long-lasting root veggies like onions and sweet potatoes that I so faithfully stock, I fall prey to the “shiny object” phenomenon....

I have the juiciest, most tender Grilled Chuck Steak recipe ever to share with you. Topped with compound butter, every bite is full of mouthwatering flavor. Budget-friendly and ready in just 15 minutes. The trick is in the marinade and garlic butter! Best Chuck Steak Recipes When I think of steak recipes, what usually comes to mind is a classic ribeye steak, porterhouse, sirloin steak, or even filet mignon and boneless prime rib … I bet you’re drooling just thinking about your favorite right now!...

These cutie little morsels are packed with peanut butter and chocolate, pillowy soft, and taste like chocolate chip cookie dough. Oh, and they also happen to be Paleo friendly, low carb, gluten free, dairy free…and I’m probably forgetting a dietary adjective, but the point is MAKE THEM. They are delicious and healthy, come without regrets, and the dark chocolate chips seal the deal. They are not a dessert intended for nibbling, dainty bites, or (at least in my case when I’m near anything combining peanut butter and chocolate) self restraint of any kind....

I’ve received a number requests for a coconut flour pancakes recipe, most coming from those of you who’ve tried and loved these Coconut Flour Cookies. A few of these requests even mentioned having tried other recipes for coconut flour pancakes in the past, without success. Challenge accepted! I set out to see if I could come up with a recipe for coconut flour pancakes that would be a wholesome, filling, delicious breakfast that felt worth your time and tummy space....