I’m crushing hard on these easy Tahini Chicken Bowls made with flavorful grilled chicken and veggies on a bed of rice, with a tahini sauce drizzle on top. I have a deep love for bowl recipes. Some of my favorites are Hawaiian Bowls, Shawarma Bowls, Spring Roll Bowls, and Egg Roll in a Bowl! My newest obsession: Tahini Chicken Bowls New bowl recipes are easily my favorite to create, and these Tahini Chicken Bowls are so ridiculously good I want to shout it from the rooftops. Let me give you the highlight reel: the easiest chicken marinade (I’m talking 2 minutes to whisk together olive oil, l ..read more

This homemade Hummus recipe is authentic, delicious, and better than anything you can buy! It’s made with chickpeas (garbanzo beans), garlic, lime, tahini, and spices. You won’t believe how easy it is to make! Looking for more homemade dips? Try Pico de Gallo, Mango Chutney, or Pimento Cheese Dip! Nothing Beats Homemade Hummus The day that our Jordanian friend (thanks Moyad!) visited and taught my Mom how to make his homemade hummus, changed our lives! I can think of few recipes that more highly embody our catchphrase “tastes better from scratch”. Every bite is absolute heaven. Moyad taught ..read more

This quick and easy Enchilada Sauce recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and only takes 15 minutes to make. It’s cost effective, healthier, and tastes better than anything in a can. Looking for more Mexican recipes? Try my Tacos Al Pastor, Chicken Quesadillas or Horchata. The Enchilada Sauce that ruined me (in the best way) I’m going to stand proudly on my soapbox for a moment because this homemade red enchilada sauce recipe deserves our attention, and will steal your heart. It’s the easiest way to next-level some of our favorite dishes, like enchiladas, wet burritos, and tamale pie, with un ..read more

This beautiful Lemon Cake recipe is everything you’d hope, from it’s super moist and light cake to the delicious Lemon Buttercream Frosting. It’s a must make during the spring and summer months. Don’t miss all of my favorite cake recipes, including Yellow Cake, Coconut Cake with Pineapple Filling, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake, or this Berry Cake! Lemon Cake is Sunshine on a Plate Coming from a snobby cake person, I can say with conviction that I’m completely obsessed with this incredible Lemon Cake and it definitely has it’s place in my round-up of favorite cakes (right up there with german c ..read more

This middle eastern inspired Chicken Shawarma Bowls recipe has some of my favorite flavors combined into a fresh and protein packed bowl. You know I love a good bowl recipe! Make sure to try my Hawaiian Bowl, Hot Honey Salmon Bowl, Jerk Chicken Bowl, and this Korean Ground Beef Bowl. Everyone’s Favorite Chicken Shawarma Bowls: Go ahead and move aside every favorite dinner recipe you think you have, because these Chicken Shawarma Bowls are about to make a very permanent spot on your list! If the incredibly flavorful and juicy oven roasted chicken doesn’t get you first, the fresh veggie side-ki ..read more

We love everything about these jumbo, bakery-style Double Chocolate Chip Cookies. They’re thick and chewy, easy to make, and are a fraction of your local bakery cookie cost. Some of my other favorite cookie recipes include I these Biscoff Cookies, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, or Chocolate Mint Cookies! Join me in Double Chocolate Cookie Bliss I am your A-typical chocolate lover that will always pick a jumbo, Double Chocolate Chip Cookie over any other baked good on the table. (With the caveat that the cookie is homemade–this is an important distinctio ..read more

I enjoy this healthy homemade Granola recipe almost every morning for breakfast because it’s packed with all the good stuff, with the big granola clusters I love, and the perfect flavor and crunch. Can’t stop, wont stop, my obsession with this Healthy Granola My relationship with this homemade Granola recipe has been healthy and strong for over a decade. I’m not exaggerating when I say I enjoy it every. single. day, usually in the form of a hearty handful on my favorite two good vanilla yogurt, with cottage cheese and fresh berries. And when I’m feeling extra, it’s an essential topping on my ..read more

This quick Pickled Red Onions recipe only takes 5 minutes to make, and they immediately elevate any meal you add them to. They are delicious and extremely versatile. Add them to any of my favorite bowl recipes, like Buddha Bowl, Egg Roll in a Bowl, Fajita Bowls or Mojo Pork Bowl. Why I love this recipe: Easy – Only 5 minutes to prep they last in the fridge for weeks, ready to liven up any dish. Versatile – Enjoy them on tacos, sandwiches, salads, wraps, lox bagels, or a yummy bowl recipe. Pantry Ingredients – All you need is a red onion and simple pantry ingredients you already have on hand ..read more

A breakfast plate of Gallo Pinto pinto and some eggs on the side takes me right back to Costa Rica. This dish is so beloved there, that it’s considered the country’s national dish, and I got help from locals to share this traditional Gallo Pinto recipe with all of you! Cooking International recipes is a fun way to “travel” right from your home kitchen. Try my Chilaquiles, Spanish Paella, or Pad Thai. Why I Love this Recipe: Transports me back to Costa Rica where I enjoyed this Galllo Pinto recipe daily. I knew immediately I wanted to make it regularly from home and I even chatted with TBFS f ..read more

This delicious Vietnamese inspired Bánh Mì sandwich recipe is bursting with fresh and bold flavor from pickled veggies, seasoned chicken and homemade sauce. It’s fun and inexpensive to make from home. I love the fresh, bold flavors of Vietnamese food, and I especially love attempting to recreate my favorite dishes in my own kitchen. This recipe is not 100% authentic but check out Hungry Huy, or Cooking with Lane for truly authentic Bánh Mì.  Banh mi (pronounced ban mee),  means “bread” in Vietnamese, or more specifically, a thin and crusty baguette that’s filled with meat (generall ..read more