These veggie-heavy burrito bowls are tucked in my meal plan rotation and saved for the nights when I want to feel like a real dinner superhero. With a base of cilantro-lime cauliflower rice, smoky black beans and corn, a touch of salsa, creamy avocado, and seared chicken breast, this is wholesome indulgence at its finest. And thanks to pantry and freezer staples, and a smart shortcut, they come together effortlessly.
I love playing hostess any night of the week, but my favorite party to throw is, hands-down, a game night. An entertaining and relaxing way to spend time with friends and family, game nights are the perfect opportunity to get together, unwind, and have fun without the pressures of a formal dinner or cocktail party.
Related: A Friday Board Game Night with Friends, Dinner, Snacks & Sangria
All you really need for a successful game night? Games, yes. And some friends. The last thing? Drinks! You can do some simple beers or wine — or you can try to pair a signature cocktail with the night.
Whether it has a vague nod to the game, or it’ll just help keep players on track, here are some suggested pairings for whatever board you’re unboxing.
The week after a holiday is always a little bit nutty. Our routine is off, skewed by hosting family and trying to eat up leftover ham rather than do a real meal plan. Meal planning is like a friendly reset button at the end of the week.
But this week I’m fighting fatigue and instead of trying to be creative in my meal plan, I’m relying on my meal planning template.
The world is changing. This isn’t just an understatement about politics. It’s a truism about the equinox, that sliver of time when one season becomes another, when we exhale the old life and breathe in the new. Some of us free our houses from every last crumb for Passover. Some fill it with Peeps for Easter. Plenty use spring to make a fresh start, and for others still it’s a whole new (Persian) year. I am cleaning the winter out of my freezer. I have bones to pick.
Let’s take a moment to truly appreciate the awesomeness of eggs. What other food can be cooked in so many ways, yet also be a foundational ingredient in baked goods, custards, and sauces? Eggs hold a rightful place as a refrigerator staple because they’re economical, have a long shelf life, and have been the savior of last-minute meals when you don’t have much else around to cook.
We love all those things about eggs — and we’re in good company — but for these recipes, we wanted to treat this workhorse ingredient to a little luxury. So while these recipes are still great for quick dinners and family brunches, they feature eggs in all their melting, yolky, showstopping glory. From an ingenious vegetarian take on Scotch eggs (they’re wrapped in falafel!) to the crispiest, cheesiest, Frenchiest croque madame, here are five stunning ways to make eggs the main attraction.
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Don’t drink? You still might want to get yourself a bar cart. The little guys can offer tons of storage solutions for spaces all around the house. You just have to get a little creative — or steal one of these clever ideas.
As much as it pains me to say this, you actually do not need one of those adorable egg holders. I know, they look cute in the fridge or sitting out on your counter as you whip up baked goods, but they’re unnecessary and you already have the perfect thing to hold your eggs.
LaCroix sparkling water is the current prom queen of the beverage world. There are songs written about this brand, towers constructed out of cans, and birthday cakes that pay homage to this sparkling drink. It’s not a shock that the beverage is so popular: It’s delightfully bubbly, quenches your thirst, and there are flavors to suit every taste.
But one cannot survive on sparkling water alone. If you’re ready to branch out a little and explore the wide array of beverages available to you at the grocery store, I have just the thing. I’ve found the best new drink for you to try based on your favorite LaCroix flavor. None are simple sparkling water, and none are alcoholic. Ready to meet your match?
Don’t get me wrong — the long, glorious breakfasts of Sunday mornings are something to look forward to. But on weekdays, I’m looking for something super nourishing and satisfying. I want something that doesn’t require me to get up 30 minutes earlier (not happening!). Major bonus points if it can be made ahead, just waiting for me when I roll into the kitchen.
Guess what? All that’s possible— and it’s especially possible when you’re looking for vegetarian options. From egg and veggie pitas and meal-worthy smoothies, to wholesome breakfast cookies and a Southwest-inspired quinoa bowl, here are 20 fuss-free vegetarian breakfast recipes to inspire you.