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Garlic Toast

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Here’s the very best garlic toast : it’s ultra garlicky, crunchy on the outside and soft in the center and a serious garlic flavor. It takes only 10 minutes to make, no butter required! Looking for a quick snack or a side dish for pasta? Here’s what I hope is the very best garlic toast you’ll find! The other day I was looking for an easier version of my garlic bread recipe , and I made up with this method. Think of it as a short-cut garlic bread! It pairs fresh garlic, dried garlic and olive oil for a huge burst of garlicky flavor on a crunchy toasted baguette . It’s full of flavor without the need for cheese: great for if you eat plant-based or don’t it on hand in your fridge. Here’s how to make it! 5 Star Reader Reviews “I was skeptical. No butter? Baked toast?? I really enjoyed this toast, though, and will definitely make it again!” -C “These came out great and this will be my go-to for quick homemade garlic toasts. Thank you!” -Nessa The Bread To Use This ga...

Easy Cannellini Beans

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These easy cannellini beans come together in just 5 minutes with a handful of pantry staples! It’s the quick, protein-packed side dish you’ll make on repeat for lunches and weeknight dinners. Here’s a trick that I think all home cooks should know: my 5 minute cannellini beans recipe! It’s a lifesaver for weeknight cooking, or the perfect solution for adding plant-based protein to a meal. You’ll be amazed at the flavor you can get out of one can of beans in just a few minutes. Throw it together in a skillet with a few spices and it tastes like it’s been simmering all day. The first time Alex whipped these up for me, I could not believe that it tastes so delicious in such a short timeframe. I love adding these to simple dinners to make them more filling! 5 Star Reader Reviews “With the cupboard almost bare, I was looking for a recipe for beans and came across yours…it’s a simple delight! Thank you.” -Laura B. “This was so good! I did the beans over linguine… with Parmesa...

Butter Lettuce Salad with Parmesan Dressing

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This fresh butter lettuce salad features a creamy Parmesan dressing, chives, and crunchy breadcrumbs. It’s an elegant 15-minute side for weeknight dinners or entertaining! There’s something about those heads of butter lettuce at the store or spring farmer’s market: the bright green always looks so enticing! I’m one of those people who can’t resist buying them, even if I don’t have a plan yet. So here’s a simple recipe I created to make it taste amazing: my butter lettuce salad! Coating those delicate lettuce leaves in a creamy Parmesan Peppercorn dressing and topping with Parmesan shavings and a sprinkle of crunchy breadcrumbs makes them taste absolutely irresistible. This salad recipe goes with just about everything, from chicken to pasta! Why You’ll Love This Recipe It’s ready in 15 minutes with no cooking required. The dressing is creamy but light: the Parmesan dressing uses Greek yogurt instead of sour cream It’s versatile to pair with many meals: It works with a...

Best Blood Orange Cocktail Recipes

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These popular blood orange cocktails are delicious crowd-pleasers! These drink recipes pair the vibrant fruit with gin, vodka, tequila, and more. If there was a contest for the most beautiful fruit, the blood orange is right up there! Its fiery red color is eye-catching, and the subtly sweet orange flavor with hints of cherry and raspberry is absolutely delicious. Blood oranges have a short season (usually December through March, depending on where you live), which makes me want to use them in everything while I can! Over the years, I’ve tried a long list of cocktail recipes pairing it with everything from gin to Campari. Here’s a list of the most popular blood orange cocktails I’ve made, from the blood orange margarita to the Blood and Sand, a 1930’s classic! Blood Orange Cocktail Recipes Blood Orange Margarita Try this tasty Blood Orange Margarita! Combining the citrus with tequila and lime makes a brilliant bright orange red drink that’s perfectly balanc...