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# Sumptuous Spoonfuls

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- [Make your Mornings Better with this Cinnamon Oat Cakes Baking Mix](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/make-your-mornings-better-with-this-cinnamon-oat-cakes-baking-mix/) - Maybe you've tried baked oatmeal, but have you ever tried BLENDED baked oat cakes in lovely little ramekins? I hear this recipe has gone viral on TikTok, but seriously, It's like having your own cute little cake for breakfast! I took that viral blended baked oats recipe and turned it into an even better make-ahead
- [Ginger Mint Rice with Peas: a Simple Way to Soothe an Upset Stomach](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ginger-mint-rice-with-peas-a-simple-way-to-soothe-an-upset-stomach/) - When you have an upset stomach, sometimes nothing sounds good except simple bland foods like rice, toast or bananas. This easy ginger mint rice recipe is simple to throw together, allows you to rest while the rice is cooking, tastes comforting and includes ingredients known for soothing your tum. Last night I had a horrid
- [For Happy Mornings: Egg Stuffed Mushrooms with Breakfast Potatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/for-happy-mornings-egg-stuffed-mushrooms-with-breakfast-potatoes/) - Stuffed mushrooms are always such a fun little treat, so why not have them for breakfast? These Egg Stuffed Mushrooms are stuffed with scrambled eggs, cottage cheese and sun dried tomatoes, topped with more melty cheese and served on top of a bed of scrumptious breakfast potatoes. Something about cooking the mushrooms on top of
- [Make this Amazing Olive Artichoke Salad in Just 15 Minutes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/make-this-amazing-olive-artichoke-salad-in-just-15-minutes/) - This Olive Artichoke Salad is a quick mix of ingredients that comes together surprisingly quickly and the combination of flavors and textures are just amazing! The soft creamy earthiness of chickpeas with tender, succulent, and tangy artichoke hearts, briney olives, a bit of red onion for bite and celery for crunch, bathing in an easy homemade
- [The Best Bailey's Irish Cream Mousse: Simplicity in Dessert Form](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-baileys-irish-cream-mousse-simplicity-in-dessert-form/) - Light, airy and deliciously spoon-able, this no-bake Bailey's Irish Cream Mousse takes just a few minutes to whip up (literally!). Laced with just a hint of chocolate and vanilla, the flavor of the liqueur really shines through. Without using any eggs or gelatin, you can easily create this delightful mousse. Scoop it up with a
- [Share Some Love with this Friendship Soup in a Jar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/share-some-love-with-this-friendship-soup-in-a-jar/) - With all the crazy things happening in this world right now, we all need a little more love. And maybe an easy meal that requires very little expense, thought or prep time. This Friendship Soup in a Jar is a great way to spread some love, show someone else that you care, and give them
- [Irish Baked Egg with Spinach in a Ramekin for One](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-baked-egg-with-spinach-in-a-ramekin-for-one/) - Wake up on St. Patrick's Day (or whenever) to this super simple Irish Baked Egg with Spinach in a cute little ramekin. A tiny, warm baked treasure just for you. There's something about a baked egg done right that's really satisfying. You want to have enough liquid to kind of poach the egg while it's
- [Easy Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Muffins in your Blender](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-peanut-butter-cottage-cheese-muffins-in-your-blender/) - These Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese muffins are tender, soft and delicious, but they're also super easy to make in your blender AND yes, I'm happy to tell you, quite healthy as well. No need to feel guilty about grabbing one of these for breakfast! You start off by blending peanut butter with bananas, cottage cheese,
- [This Turnip Hummus is Surprisingly Delightful](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-turnip-hummus-is-surprisingly-delightful/) - Roasting turnips until soft and tender gives this creamy turnip hummus a hint of earthy sweetness. Roasting most of the garlic softens and sweetens the garlic flavor too, with a bit of fresh garlic blended in at the end to give it just a little garlicky bite. Chickpeas, fresh lemon juice, olive oil and tahini
- [Cheeseburger Soup: the Ultimate Comfort Food for Meat Lovers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheeseburger-soup-the-ultimate-comfort-food-for-meat-lovers/) - Cheeseburger Soup is creamy, cheesy, meaty, comforting and delicious. This soup is HEARTY too! Just one cup totally filled me up and lasted me almost all day long. Top your bowl with your favorite burger toppings and enjoy that good burger flavor without breaking out the grill. Plus it's quick and easy to make. If
- [Mushroom Cauliflower Mixed Bean Cassoulet](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-cauliflower-mixed-bean-cassoulet/) - This rich, luxurious mushroom cauliflower cassoulet is a healthier (and much easier!) version of the traditional French dish (that can be made completely vegan) and you can easily assemble it in about 20 - 30 minutes. The rest of the magic and depth of flavor happens in the oven. This is the perfect thing to
- [Banana Butternut Beer Bread: a "Fail" that Turned out Great!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/banana-butternut-beer-bread-a-fail-that-turned-out-great/) - I set out to make Stout Banana Bread, but it kind of accidentally turned into Banana Butternut Beer Bread. The result was a perfectly moist, tender sweet bread with a marvelously complex flavor profile. The malty chocolate stout beer I used gave the bread a nice chocolate flavor even though the recipe calls for just
- [Green Chile Chicken Wild Rice Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/green-chile-chicken-wild-rice-soup/) - New Mexico Hatch green chile livens up the flavor of a classic Midwest soup. Chicken, wild rice, celery, carrots, and onion bathe in a super rich and creamy chicken broth with a little green chile kick! Click for the recipe.
- [Flourless Chocolate Stout Cake: a Decadent Dessert You'll Love](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/flourless-chocolate-stout-cake-a-decadent-dessert-youll-love/) - If you're a chocolate lover, you'd be hard pressed to find a dessert more rich and heavenly than this flourless chocolate stout cake. There's a lovely chocolate crust on the outside, then the inside is soft, creamy and fudgy. Altogether, it's a blissful dark chocolate delight. Just a few bites of this rich cake are
- [Easy, Tasty, High Protein Appetizer! Sun Dried Tomato Basil Deviled Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-tasty-high-protein-appetizer-sun-dried-tomato-basil-deviled-eggs/) - These Sun Dried Tomato Basil Deviled Eggs are such a pretty, tasty little high protein bite that you can enjoy year round. You'll love the summery taste!
- [How to Cook a Whole Butternut Squash in your Instant Pot & 18 Butternut Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-cook-a-whole-butternut-squash-in-your-instant-pot-18-butternut-recipes/) - Cooking butternut squash (or pumpkin) in your Instant Pot is so easy! As long as the squash fits in your Instant Pot, there's no need to peel, poke or cut before cooking. Butternut Squash is one of my favorite autumn/winter comfort foods. It's so versatile, sweet and delicious. Butternut plays beautifully in both savory and
- [Pressure Canned Greek Meat Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pressure-canned-greek-meat-sauce/) - A meaty tomato sauce with the BEST Mediterranean flavors, this pressure-canned Greek tomato sauce with lamb and beef makes the best of summer produce and provides a shortcut for future Mediterranean-inspired meals. You'll love it!
- [Make Ann's Famous Cashew Salsa in Minutes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/make-anns-famous-cashew-salsa-in-minutes/) - You might not exactly be able to put your finger on what it is about this cashew salsa that you love, but once you taste it, you'll absolutely fall in love.
- [This Chicken Gorgonzola Pear Quesadilla is Fast, Easy and Seriously AMAZING](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-chicken-gorgonzola-pear-quesadilla-is-fast-easy-and-seriously-amazing/) - Savory chicken, tangy gorgonzola cheese, melty cheese and juicy pears enveloped in a crunchy tortilla crust, this simple quesadilla is anything but ordinary.
- [These Spinach Mushroom Walnut Stuffed Mini Peppers are Great for Snacking](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/these-spinach-mushroom-walnut-stuffed-mini-peppers-are-great-for-snacking/) - Spinach, mushrooms and walnuts stuffed mini peppers with tangy blue cheese, herbs and garlic make a delightful little bite!
- [Light Homemade Thousand Island Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/light-homemade-thousand-island-dressing/) - Adapted from Kitchen Treaty Lighter, healthier and yes, tastier too! An easy homemade thousand island dressing that you can quickly whip up with ingredients you probably have in your pantry or fridge right now. Ditch the store-bought stuff and make it yourself in 5 minutes. You'll be glad you did. I promised you guys I
- [This Spinach Mushroom Cottage Cheese Pie will Surprise You](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-spinach-mushroom-cottage-cheese-pie-will-surprise-you/) - This crustless spinach mushroom cottage cheese pie tastes so amazing, you won't believe it's loaded with cottage cheese! The cottage cheese melts into the eggs to create a super cheesy egg pie with a lovely soft quiche-like texture. Seriously, I didn't want to stop eating, even though I was full after one piece. The combination
- [Zucchini Eggplant Tomato Soup: a great way to sneak extra veggies into your life!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-eggplant-tomato-soup-a-great-way-to-sneak-extra-veggies-into-your-life/) - This marvelous creamy Zucchini Eggplant Tomato Soup is a breeze to whip up and a pleasure to eat! It feels like eating a bowl of gourmet tomato soup, but there are extra veggies hiding inside. When I say "gourmet" tomato soup, I mean the kind you might order at a fancy restaurant. Where they use
- [Broccoli Mushroom Chicken Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/broccoli-mushroom-chicken-fried-rice/) - Adapted from Steamy Kitchen Traditional chicken fried rice becomes a delightful meal with perfectly moist and tender chicken, crisp tender broccoli and carrots, perfectly cooked bits of egg and sauteed mushrooms. The chicken in this dish is marinated, then cooked to perfection so it is tender and moist, but not rubbery (like you know chicken can
- [Fluffy Pillow Cornmeal Biscuits](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fluffy-pillow-cornmeal-biscuits/) - My son asked me for biscuits a week or two ago. I told him to search my blog and he said there were only two biscuit recipes there. That seemed kinda wrong so we made up a new one. It's marvelous because he's discovered he likes to make the biscuit dough, so we've had several
- [This Thai Basil Eggplant is the BEST thing you can make with eggplant!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-thai-basil-eggplant-is-the-best-thing-you-can-make-with-eggplant/) - A sweet and spicy Thai style vegetarian dish so rich with umami flavor that it dances on the tongue! This Thai Basil Eggplant dish is so easy to throw together, but it is truly 5-star restaurant worthy. In my humble opinion, it's the absolute best thing you can make with eggplant. And that's saying something
- [This Cheesy Ham & Zucchini Roll is a Great Low Carb Way to Use Up Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-cheesy-ham-zucchini-roll-is-a-great-low-carb-way-to-use-up-zucchini/) - Looking for something different and fun to do with your zucchini? This cheesy ham & zucchini roll is not only pretty, it's full of good flavors, low in carbs, gluten free and frankly, it's just plain fun! I think it's such a delightful and different way to use up your zucchini. You make the main
- [How to Make Zucchini Flour](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-zucchini-flour/) - What do you do when your garden suddenly surprises you with a horde of extra large zucchini? Many people discard them, but there's a great use for those ginormous summer squash (aside from zucchini bread): zucchini flour. My dad introduced me to zucchini flour a couple years ago. I was so intrigued when he talked
- [Celebrating my Dad's Life with some Favorite Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/celebrating-my-dads-life-with-some-favorite-recipes/) - My father was a foodie, a farmer, an engineer, a conservationist. It feels strange to say "was" because it wasn't very long ago he was instructing me on how to make wine, telling me "no, no, not like that!" (He was teaching me to hold the siphon steady when racking the wine so that it
- [Maple Roasted Beets](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-roasted-beets/) - Roasting beets with olive oil, onions, garlic and a bit of maple syrup tastes magical. An easy, no-fuss recipe for roasting beets that will get rave reviews, a lovely side dish that is great in salads too. Click for the recipe!
- [Feta Walnut Spinach Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/feta-walnut-spinach-salad/) - A simple, savory salad with a pleasing blend of tastes, textures and colors. I used my rosemary garlic marinated feta with crunchy walnuts, matchstick carrots and topped it with a creamy Dijon dressing. This salad came about one day when I needed a quick salad and I grabbed what I had and tossed it together and it was
- [Blueberry Watermelon Oat Power Smoothie - the last one for Dad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-watermelon-oat-power-smoothie-the-last-one-for-dad/) - This blueberry watermelon oat power smoothie is packed with flavor, protein and nutrients to help get nutrition into your body when nothing else will work. It has a beautiful summery flavor that reminds me of sunshiny days, strolling through the garden. I made this for my dad as a last ditch effort as his health
- [Cook this Low Carb Cottage Cheese Bread in One Minute](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cook-this-low-carb-cottage-cheese-bread-in-one-minute/) - This low carb cottage cheese bread is a quick bit of magic that you can cook in about one minute in the microwave! The bread is high in protein and gluten free as well, with a soft texture a bit like a muffin. If you've been missing bread since going low carb, this cottage cheese
- [Beautiful, Decadent Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake makes a Wonderful Cool Treat](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/beautiful-decadent-strawberry-swirl-cheesecake-makes-a-wonderful-cool-treat/) - This Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake bakes the strawberry sauce right into the cheesecake, so you get both tastes in one beautiful package. To make it, I whipped up an easy strawberry sauce using real strawberries, then we swirled the sauce into our favorite vanilla cheesecake recipe with a classic graham cracker crust. The result is both
- [Make this Sausage & Mushroom Gravy in 3 Simple Steps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/make-this-sausage-mushroom-gravy-in-3-simple-steps/) - An umami-rich gravy laced with crumbled sausage and sauteed mushrooms, perfect for serving over mashed potatoes at dinner or smothering your favorite biscuits for breakfast. This Sausage & Mushroom gravy is seriously the best gravy I have ever tasted! I've made some good gravy in my time, but this one absolutely takes the cake. I
- [Sensational Cinnamon Crunch Cheesecake with Bourbon Apples](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sensational-cinnamon-crunch-cheesecake-with-bourbon-apples/) - This Cinnamon Crunch Cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy rich vanilla cheesecake with bits of cinnamon crunch laced throughout, on top of a buttery graham cracker crust. And then topped with saucy, cinnamon-y bourbon apples. Especially with a little whipped cream on top, this cheesecake is seriously cinn-sational! My youngest (who is now in their 20s!)
- [Bacon Dill Deviled Eggs: an Amazing High Protein Snack](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-dill-deviled-eggs-an-amazing-high-protein-snack/) - Deviled eggs are so good, but when you add fresh dill and bacons, it takes the flavor from good to AMAZING! High in protein, low in carbs and so delicious!
- [Simple Sun Dried Tomato Dip: Ready in just 5 minutes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-sun-dried-tomato-dip-ready-in-just-5-minutes/) - This easy Sun Dried Tomato Dip is made with healthy, high protein ingredients like cottage cheese & Greek yogurt. And it tastes amazing because it's flavored with sweet tangy sun dried tomatoes, onion, garlic and Italian herbs. It's awesome for dipping veggies, chips, fries or crackers. Or you can thin it out with a bit
- [My Latest Favorite is this Zucchini Beer Cheese Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/my-latest-favorite-is-this-zucchini-beer-cheese-soup/) - This Zucchini Beer Cheese Soup is silky smooth and delightfully cheesy with a subtle undertone of beer. It's the best soup to feed your hoppy place. Since zucchini takes on the flavor of whatever you pair it with, the beer flavor is free to shine through making this soup taste a little like liquid pub
- [Double Peanut Butter Scones - a great thing to wake up to](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/double-peanut-butter-scones-a-great-thing-to-wake-up-to/) - These Double Peanut Butter Scones are tender, flaky and lightly sweet, loaded with lots of good peanut butter flavor and a little sugary crunch on top. They are amazing with coffee or tea in the morning and simply a great way to start your day with a smile. These scones are my son's absolute favorite.
- [Melt in your Mouth Peanut Butter Fudge](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/melt-in-your-mouth-peanut-butter-fudge/) - adapted from Alton Brown I pay attention to what the people around me love ... especially when it comes to food and drink preferences. I can tell you the special food loves of many of my friends and coworkers, things that they shared with me at one moment and I tucked away for future reference.
- [Simple Cranberry Persimmon Cookies - Perfect for the Holidays!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-cranberry-persimmon-cookies-perfect-for-the-holidays/) - These Cranberry Persimmon cookies are sweet, chewy cookies that have a lovely crunch on the outside, yet soft and chewy on the inside. Loaded with warm autumn spices, oatmeal, the sweet honey flavor of persimmons, sweet-tart dried cranberries and crunchy walnuts, these persimmon cookies pair perfectly with your morning coffee or tea. My friend gave
- [Persimmon Pomegranate Salad: so festive, colorful and delicious!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/persimmon-pomegranate-salad-so-festive-colorful-and-delicious/) - This persimmon pomegranate salad is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds! Soft, honey-sweet persimmons pair up with juicy bursts of pomegranate seeds along with shaved brussels sprouts, tossed in a light honey-mustard dressing, then topped with crumbled goat cheese and candied walnuts. My sister kind of invented this salad. She wanted to
- [Easy Green Bean Casserole Soup from Scratch](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-green-bean-casserole-soup-from-scratch/) - The creamy richness of the traditional Green Bean Casserole, but in soup form! With lots of creamy mushroom flavor, chunks of tender green beans & potato.
- [Autumn Butternut Cranberry Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/autumn-butternut-cranberry-quinoa/) - with shaved brussel sprouts, toasted walnuts, pomegranate seeds and crumbled feta cheese Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Autumn Butternut Cranberry Quinoa with Shaved Brussels Sprouts 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1
- [Rosemary Sage Roasted Butternut Squash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-sage-roasted-butternut-squash/) - Garlic, olive oil, rosemary, sage and a pinch of salt add the perfect savory twist to sweet oven-roasted butternut squash. Perfect for a snack, side dish or salad, this roasted butternut will be your new favorite! Click for recipe.
- [Meat & Mushroom Stuffed Peppers - another great dinner in a pepper](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/meat-mushroom-stuffed-peppers-another-great-dinner-in-a-pepper/) - These Meat & Mushroom Stuffed Peppers have an herb cheesy umami taste with a marvelous meaty flavor in a tender sweet pepper "bowl". Tender sweet peppers, meat, mushrooms. onion, garlic, rice and tomatoes make the perfect traditional stuffed pepper with lovely melty cheese both inside the stuffing and on top. Stuffed peppers are an amazing
- [Slow Roasted Tomato Sauce is the ultimate sauce for pizza or pasta](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/slow-roasted-tomato-sauce-is-the-ultimate-sauce-for-pizza-or-pasta/) - Caramelizing tomatoes, onion and garlic in the oven makes for a thick, wonderful slow roasted tomato sauce - so perfect on pizza, pasta or as a dipping sauce.
- [How to Make Sun Dried Tomatoes in your Oven](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-sun-dried-tomatoes-in-your-oven/) - If you're overloaded with tomatoes, save money by making sun dried tomatoes right in your own oven! Eat immediately, preserve in olive oil or freeze them.
- [Corn, Cucumber & Tomato Salad: fresh, simple and fantastic](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/corn-cucumber-tomato-salad-fresh-simple-and-fantastic/) - With a simple creamy Tajin Ranch dressing, this Corn, Cucumber & Tomato Salad that is a feast for the eyes that makes your taste buds dance!
- [Salted Butterscotch Apple Bars (better known as Apple Brownies)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/salted-butterscotch-apple-bars-better-known-as-apple-brownies/) - These salted butterscotch apple bars have the texture of a rich, fudgy brownie, but with the flavor of salted butterscotch plus cinnamon & lovely bits of apple.
- ["Fall" in Love with Pumpkin Mini Monster Cookies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fall-in-love-with-pumpkin-mini-monster-cookies/) - An autumn twist on monster cookies, in a cute miniature size. These pumpkin mini monster cookies have a lovely soft, chewy texture and lot of flavors going on! This is where pumpkin and pumpkin spice meet up with peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, crunchy chopped peanuts and colorful candies. They're seriously like a party in
- [Hot Apple Porridge (Grain free, Dairy free, Gluten free)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hot-apple-porridge-grain-free-dairy-free-gluten-free/) - This hot apple porridge looks, feels, smells & tastes like the most amazing hot cereal with cashews, apple, vanilla, cinnamon and sweet, plump juicy raisins.
- [Welcome Autumn with this Meaty Mediterranean Stuffed Eggplant](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/welcome-in-autumn-with-this-meaty-mediterranean-stuffed-eggplant/) - Stuffed eggplant are amazing with ground meat, chickpeas, tomatoes, fresh herbs, onion, bell pepper, garlic and rice. Colorful, hearty, delicious and healthy!
- [Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-garlic-pull-apart-bread/) - Adapted slightly from Baked by Rachel To go with our perfect Easter ham this year, I made this yummy garlicky pull-apart bread. I found this gorgeous recipe over at Baked by Rachel and just HAD to add cheese, because, well, what's better than a good cheesy garlic bread? It turned out just as delicious as I had hoped. We
- [Easy Cherry Amaretto Ice Cream in the Ninja Creami](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-cherry-amaretto-ice-cream-in-the-ninja-creami/) - A creamy ice cream loaded with sweet cherries & laced with the nutty Amaretto, this simple blended ice cream is the perfect dreamy dessert for a hot summer day.
- [Zucchini Parmesan Crackers with just 7 simple ingredients](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-parmesan-crackers-with-just-7-simple-ingredients/) - Crunchy savory zucchini parmesan crackers made with almonds, garlic, egg and parmesan cheese. Gluten free, grain free and absolutely delicious for snacking!
- [Sausage & Zucchini Egg Bake - A Great Make Ahead Breakfast](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sausage-zucchini-egg-bake-a-great-make-ahead-breakfast/) - Zucchini egg bake studded with sausage, zucchini, spinach, cheese and fresh herbs, this make-ahead breakfast has a super-easy magic "crust" that you'll love!
- [Caramelized Roasted Beets](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/caramelized-roasted-beets/) - Adapted just slightly from Honest Cooking Sweet and savory roasted beets add a vibrant red color to your table. Serve over greens or simply by themselves. For a lovely touch, sprinkle with crumbled goat or blue cheese and maybe some toasted walnuts. it seems so long ago that I made these! In real time, it
- [Black Raspberry White Chocolate Scones](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/black-raspberry-white-chocolate-scones/) - Adapted from Dannon’s Summer Berry Scones There is a local coffee shop in our town that makes the best raspberry white chocolate scones. They only serve them on weekend mornings and if you don’t get there early enough, you won’t get a scone because they ALWAYS run out of them. I used to crave those scones,
- [Gorgeous Greek Breakfast on the Go: Spanakopita Egg Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/gorgeous-greek-breakfast-on-the-go-spanakopita-egg-muffins/) - Beautiful, little bites of Greek goodness, these Spanakopita Egg Muffins taste SO much like the popular Greek pastry! Makes a perfect breakfast on the go too.
- [Chanterelle Tomato Lentil Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chanterelle-tomato-lentil-stew/) - A hearty plant-based stew in a flavorful broth, loaded with meaty chanterelle mushrooms, sweet juicy garden tomatoes and earthy lentils, with just a hint of hot pepper so the stew dances on the tongue. Click for the recipe!
- [Simple, Healthy and Fun Snacking with Probiotic Dill Pickle Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-healthy-and-fun-snacking-with-probiotic-dill-pickle-dip/) - This pickle dip is loaded with tiny chunks of real dill pickles swimming in a creamy mixture of Greek yogurt, mayo, a bit of mustard and some simple seasonings you probably have on hand. If you have a mini food processor, you can whip up this dip in about 5 minutes. You can can start
- [Mandarin Pineapple Salad with Basil Flowers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mandarin-pineapple-salad-with-basil-flowers/) - along with toasted walnuts, goat cheese crumbles and a fresh Strawberry Honey Poppy Seed dressing. I found the most beautiful pineapple at the grocery store last weekend. Yes, a week ago. It smelled lovely, but didn't look quite ready yet. I set it on the counter with the bananas to ripen and this weekend, ah
- [Making Dole Whip in the Ninja Creami](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/making-dole-whip-in-the-ninja-creami/) - This Copycat Dole Whip recipe is super creamy and bursting with pineapple flavor with a hint of coconut and lime. It's so easy to make in the Ninja Creami too!
- [Amazing Easy Dinner for Two! Bay Scallops in Pesto Cream Sauce with Broccoli & Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/amazing-easy-dinner-for-two-bay-scallops-in-pesto-cream-sauce-with-broccoli-peppers/) - An easy, elegant meal that tastes decadent, but is secretly quite healthy! Tiny bay scallops coated in a rich pesto cream sauce with broccoli & red bell pepper.
- [Breakfast Tostada - one of my very favorite breakfasts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/breakfast-tostada-one-of-my-very-favorite-breakfasts/) - A delightful hearty Mexican breakfast, this breakfast tostada is loaded with melted cheese, beans, eggs, avocado, and topped w/salsa, romaine, onion & tomato.
- [Emerald Isle Vegetable Stew - it's a taste of the Irish!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/emerald-isle-vegetable-stew-its-a-taste-of-the-irish/) - Happy St. Patrick's Day! This simple, hearty traditional Irish vegetable stew boasts simple Irish staples like butter, onion, carrots, celery, barley, cabbage, and of course potato. Don't let the humble, affordable ingredients fool you, though-- it's a bowl full of tasty Irish goodness. I was inspired to make this simple soup / stew when I
- [Italian Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms - a healthy appetizer to love](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/italian-spinach-stuffed-mushrooms-a-healthy-appetizer-to-love/) - If you love mushrooms and Italian food with marinara loaded with cheese (and who doesn't?), you're going to adore these Italian Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms. The mushrooms are stuffed with a mixture of spinach with Italian seasonings, onion, garlic, seasoned bread crumbs and cheese, then baked in a flavorful Italian tomato sauce and topped with more
- [Honey Walnut Pear Galette - your new holiday tradition](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-walnut-pear-galette-your-new-holiday-tradition/) - A French Pear Galette with walnut frangipane, pears, honey, butter, lemon and vanilla in a flaky walnut crust. Everyone will LOVE this beautiful pie!
- [Chicken Broccoli Rice Hot Dish - Comfort in a Pan!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-broccoli-rice-hot-dish-comfort-in-a-pan/) - In the depths of winter when it gets cold outside, this cheesy chicken broccoli rice hot dish is the comforting food you need to warm up your body and your spirits! Made from leftover chicken with rice, broccoli and peas in a creamy pesto cheese sauce, this lovely casserole is comforting, hearty, healthy, and incidentally
- [Blueberry Pineapple Margarita](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-pineapple-margarita/) - Sometimes at work we like to go to Chili's for lunch. One time we were there, I noticed these blueberry pineapple margaritas on the menu ... oh I wanted to try one! ... but since we were there for lunch, I had to refrain. So I put it on my list of things I must make.
- [How to Make Cheesecake like they do in Germany (Russischer Zupfkuchen)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-cheesecake-like-they-do-in-germany-russischer-zupfkuchen/) - A luscious, creamy, buttery German cheesecake in a delightful chocolate cookie crust with bits of the chocolate cookie floating amidst the creamy cheesecake. Yes, the recipe hails from Germany, but it's named as if it's Russian? If you're puzzled by that and want to learn more, read on. My son discovered this recipe after someone
- [Easy Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup - 7 minute cook time!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-instant-pot-stuffed-pepper-soup-7-minute-cook-time/) - All the comforting flavors of stuffed bell peppers in an easy soup that comes together so quickly! With just 7 minutes cook time, you'll love this yummy soup
- [A Warm Sweet Potato Lentil Salad for the New Year](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-warm-sweet-potato-lentil-salad-for-the-new-year/) - Warm and inviting, this Sweet Potato Lentil Salad with cabbage, spinach & a zippy lemon ginger mustard dressing is a feast for the eyes AND the taste buds!
- [Ring in the Holidays with a Pepperoni Cheese Bread Wreath](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ring-in-the-holidays-with-a-pepperoni-cheese-bread-wreath/) - This pretty pepperoni cheese bread wreath has all the great flavors of pepperoni pizza in a fun holiday shape. And it's dippable! What's more fun than that?
- [How to Make Excellent Turkey Soup from Leftover Turkey](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-excellent-turkey-soup-from-leftover-turkey/) - Whenever you have leftover turkey (or chicken), it's the perfect time to make turkey soup! Sharing my best secrets for making excellent leftover turkey soup.
- [A new favorite for the holidays! Maple Cinnamon Candied Almonds](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-new-favorite-for-the-holidays-maple-cinnamon-candied-almonds/) - Maple Cinnamon Candied Almonds make the perfect snack or gift for the holidays! Crunchy with a light sugary crust, who could resist these sweet candied nuts?
- [Whole Grain Sourdough Sandwich Thins are Great for your Gut](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/whole-grain-sourdough-sandwich-thins-are-great-for-your-gut/) - When you want some REAL bread, but watching your carbs and fiber, sourdough sandwich thins are a great option. This homemade version of the commercial sandwich skinnies has that great chewy bread texture, just as much fiber as the store-bought multi-grain thins, but none of the artificial preservatives. Not only that, the sourdough makes it
- [Roasted Zucchini & Cherry Tomatoes: an easy, incredible side!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-zucchini-cherry-tomatoes-an-easy-incredible-side/) - Roasted zucchini with cherry tomatoes, garlic and onion totally elevates a few simple ingredients to five star status in this easy, incredible side dish.
- [Zucchini Broccoli Cheese Soup made in the Instant Pot](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-broccoli-cheese-soup-made-in-the-instant-pot/) - Rich, cheesy flavor w/bits of broccoli, this Instant Pot Zucchini Broccoli Cheese Soup is so quick & easy to make and yes, better than Panera! You'll love it.
- [Pomegranate Port Poached Apples: a Stunning Dessert for Special Occasions](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pomegranate-port-poached-apples-a-stunning-dessert-for-special-occasions/) - These poached apples are an elegant, alluring, grown up dessert. Bathed in a syrup of red wine & pomegranate juice w/a hint of rosemary, cinnamon and vanilla.
- [Dinner in a Pepper: Sausage & Gouda Stuffed Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dinner-in-a-pepper-sausage-gouda-stuffed-peppers/) - Sausage & Gouda Stuffed Peppers ~ bell peppers filled w/sausage, gouda, onion, tomato, zucchini, plus quinoa or rice. Super ourishing, vibrant and delicious!
- [Caramel Apple Jam](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/caramel-apple-jam/) - Adapted just slightly from Cooking with Mary and Friends Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Caramel Apple Jam 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook
- [Cheesy Crack Corn Dip - your guests will love it!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-crack-corn-dip-your-guests-will-love-it/) - This cheesy crack corn dip is loaded with sweet corn swimming in a creamy dip loaded w/two cheeses, sweet and hot peppers, onion and garlic. Soooo addictive!
- [Amazing Comfort Food for Fall: Zucchini Lentil Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/amazing-comfort-food-for-fall-zucchini-lentil-stew/) - A hearty stew that's not too heavy, this zesty zucchini lentil stew has the perfect balance of texture, spice, colors and flavors. Sweetness from tomatoes, carrot and bell pepper with savory onion, garlic and zucchini, lentils, fresh basil and a little jalapeno for kick! Smoky bacon salt finishes it off without adding any meat. The
- [Start your Day Right with this Sausage & Broccoli Quiche](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/start-your-day-right-with-this-sausage-broccoli-quiche/) - This Sausage, Sun Dried Tomato and Broccoli Quiche is bursting with flavors, colors and textures that will make you want to eat quiche every day. It's amazing for breakfast with your favorite coffee or tea. Such a great way to start the day with a smile! But it may also call to you at other
- [Lavender Lemon Zucchini Loaf](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lavender-lemon-zucchini-loaf/) - Adapted just slightly from Lil Luna Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Lavender Lemon Zucchini Loaf 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 1 review Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook
- [Italian Scarpaccia - a Great Way to Actually Enjoy your Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/italian-scarpaccia-a-great-way-to-actually-enjoy-your-zucchini/) - A delightful, crunch-chewy flatbread with authentic Italian garlic and herb flavors, you won't want to stop munching on this savory Italian Scarpaccia. And it's a great way to actually ENJOY using up some of that excess zucchini from the garden! Not only is scarpaccia delicious on its own, it's also great as an appetizer, a
- [Balsamic Lentil Tomato Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/balsamic-lentil-tomato-salad/) - Lentils signify prosperity for the new year. This cozy lentil tomato salad is a satisfying, hearty, protein and fiber rich salad that is budget friendly, full of flavor, textures and colors. It'll help cleanse your body, save money and ring in the new year on a good note.
- [How to use little green tomatoes: Green Tomato Enchilada Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-use-little-green-tomatoes-green-tomato-enchilada-sauce/) - What do you do when you suddenly have loads of little unripe green tomatoes on hand? (or big ones, for that matter!) Everyone thinks of making fried green tomatoes, but that just doesn't work for the little ones! If you like green enchilada sauce, those green tomatoes are the perfect base for a tart, fresh-tasting,
- [Eggplant Caprese Pizza (flourless, low carb) & 30+ pizza recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/eggplant-caprese-pizza-flourless-low-carb-30-pizza-recipes/) - Melty cheese, fresh sweet tomatoes, and fresh basil over a roasted eggplant steak slathered with pizza sauce, this eggplant caprese pizza is delicious, low in carbs, and gluten free. Click for the recipe!
- [Baked Creole Eggplant Fries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-creole-eggplant-fries/) - These crunchy baked creole eggplant fries with skinny creole remoulade dipping sauce will transport you to New Orleans and take your taste buds to your happy place. LOVE eating your veggies! Click for the recipe.
- [Eggplant Bolognese (Italian Meat Sauce)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/eggplant-bolognese-italian-meat-sauce/) - A hearty, meaty Italian tomato sauce thickened with mild buttery eggplant and flavored with fresh garlic and herbs, this sauce tastes amazing but is so healthy and good for your body and your pocketbook. Click for the recipe!
- [Chicken Tacos w/Eggplant Shells](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-tacos-weggplant-shells/) - Shredded chicken taco meat with white bean & corn salsa, cilantro pesto & avocado in a roasted eggplant taco shell, these tacos make you feel like you're dining at one of the best taco shops ever, without the carbs! Click for the recipe
- [Simple but So Good Grilled Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-but-so-good-grilled-zucchini/) - How can something so simple taste SO good? This easy 3-ingredient grilled zucchini is especially wonderful with a slightly bigger zucchini that has some seeds in it. The seeds give the smoky squash a wonderful nutty flavor.
- [Turkey Zucchini-ladas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turkey-zucchini-ladas/) - Liven up your leftovers with these zesty Mexican zucchini enchilada boats stuffed with leftover turkey, lentils, peppers, rice or quinoa, and enchilada sauce, topped with more saucy goodness and melty cheese. SO good and healthy too.
- [Chocolate Cherry Zucchini Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-cherry-zucchini-bread/) - (with gluten free options) A double dose of chocolate, fresh cherries and toasted hazelnuts make this easy zucchini bread taste like heaven, but there are super healthy wins hiding in the background: whole grains, zucchini and even Greek yogurt, plus vanilla, cinnamon and a little hint of cardamom for extra depth of flavor, and it's
- [Bacon & Egg Stuffed Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-egg-stuffed-zucchini/) - Just about everyone's favorite breakfast, reinvented in a healthier, zestier form, these cheesy bacon & egg zucchini boats are stuffed with flavor! First the zucchini is hollowed out, with bacon sizzling, then sauteed with sweet onions and a bit of jalapeno to make it dance. A little tomato and chopped basil leaves, and then the
- [Parmesan Zucchini Meatballs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/parmesan-zucchini-meatballs/) - Sneak some veggies into your meatballs, use up some abundance from the garden, stretch your meat a little further and revel in the flavor of these garlic and herb seasoned parmesan zucchini meatballs. What type of noodles you serve them on is up to you, but you might be pleasantly surprised if you give zucchini
- [Zucchini Lentil Shakshuka](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-lentil-shakshuka/) - Poached eggs in a zesty Moroccan tomato sauce with sauteed zucchini and hearty lentils, this super easy and oh-so-tasty meal is a great way to start the day or a fabulous lunch or dinner option as well. Serve with hot Naan or pita bread to soak up the delectable sauce. In case you've never experienced
- [Honey Zucchini Pumpkin Bread + 10 Fabulous Pumpkin Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-zucchini-pumpkin-bread-10-fabulous-pumpkin-recipes/) - Sweetened naturally with honey and full of heart healthy grains, this Honey Zucchini Pumpkin Bread is a lighter taste of fall with sweet pumpkin, autumn spices, crunchy bits of walnuts, and golden raisins (and/or dried cranberries or craisins) added for just the right hint of sweet. It's less intense than your typical pumpkin bread which
- [Satisfying & Simple: Sherried Zucchini Cheese Soup with fresh herbs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/satisfying-simple-sherried-zucchini-cheese-soup-with-fresh-herbs/) - When zucchini season strikes and you are craving soup, turn that squash into a silky smooth zucchini cheese soup with a gentle subtle flavor. Easy & oh so good!
- [A Beautiful Way to Start your Day: Zucchini Rounds with Eggs & Candied Tomatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-beautiful-way-to-start-your-day-zucchini-rounds-with-eggs-candied-tomatoes/) - Roasted zucchini slices w/scrambled eggs, cheese & candied roasted tomatoes, these low carb zucchini rounds are a beautiful, delicious way to start your day!
- [Cherry Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread: Something the whole family will love!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-chocolate-chip-zucchini-bread-something-the-whole-family-will-love/) - Moist, tender whole grain zucchini bread withwarm autumn spices, studded w/fresh & dried cherries, chocolate chips & chopped walnuts. The family will love it!
- [Zucchini Tuna Melts: The Surprising Healthy Flavor Bomb You'll Crave](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-tuna-melts-the-surprising-healthy-flavor-bomb-youll-crave/) - Zucchini tuna melts are a juicy bomb of flavor that brings together creamy tuna salad and ooey gooey melted cheese w/juicy tomato & everything bagel seasoning.
- [Lemon Sorbet, the Authentic Italian Way](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-sorbet-the-authentic-italian-way/) - If you crave an authentic Italian lemon sorbet with intense lemon flavor, this authentic recipe definitely delivers! Ditch the store-bought for homemade heaven.
- [Bacon Date Coleslaw might be your new favorite slaw](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-date-coleslaw-might-be-your-new-favorite-slaw/) - With a creamy maple mustard dressing, crunchy cabbage plus carrots, dates and bacon, this Bacon Date Coleslaw is sure to become your new favorite slaw!
- [When You Crave Boursin: Garlic Herb Cottage Cheese Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/when-you-crave-boursin-garlic-herb-cottage-cheese-dip/) - When you toss in herbs and two forms of garlic to whipped cottage cheese, it turns into an incredible rich, creamy garlic herb dip that tastes strangely similar to Boursin, that addictive cheese spread that everyone seems to love. This Garlic Herb Cottage Cheese Dip turns cottage cheese haters into cottage cheese lovers. With one
- [Cabbage Noodles Alfredo makes a Great Low Carb "Pasta" Meal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cabbage-noodles-alfredo-makes-a-great-low-carb-pasta-meal/) - When you're craving fettucine alfredo but you don't want to destroy your low carb diet, try making Cab-oodles with Alfredo sauce (a.k.a., cabbage noodles alfredo). The sauce is rich and dreamy with all the decadent creamy goodness of traditional alfredo sauce. But you make the sauce with cottage cheese for a secretly healthier, high protein
- [Everything Bagel Triscuit Tuna Melts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/everything-bagel-triscuit-tuna-melts/) - Crunchy little bites with creamy tuna salad, melty cheese, sweet juicy tomato and all the good flavors of Everything Bagel seasoning. So simple to make, but such an absolute delight for the senses! You'll fall in love at first bite ...
- [How to Crunch-ify your Huevos Rancheros](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-crunch-ify-your-huevos-rancheros/) - The spicy, hearty good flavors of Huevos Rancheros, but with a crunchy shell, which takes this Mexican breakfast favorite to a whole new level that you'll LOVE!
- [Ham & Asparagus Cobb Salad is a great dinner for a hot summer night](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ham-asparagus-cobb-salad-is-a-great-dinner-for-a-hot-summer-night/) - A stunning, colorful dinner and a total treat for the tastebuds! Ham & asparagus pair w/sweet peppers & more, topped with a dreamy tarragon mustard dressing.
- [These Dragon Noodles are so fiery good!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/these-dragon-noodles-are-so-fiery-good/) - Drenched in a sweet, spicy sauce, these Dragon Noodles are loaded with chicken, a mix of tender and crunchy vegetables, and scrambled eggs for a healthy, delicious and FIERY meal that you can throw together in 30 minutes or less. When you're craving hot, spicy noodles, this is the recipe to turn to! Just four
- [Mulberry Rhubarb Crisp made gluten free!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mulberry-rhubarb-crisp-made-gluten-free/) - The tartness of rhubarb combined with the gorgeous dark purple color of mulberries makes a stunning summer dessert that not only looks beautiful, it tastes fabulous. Topped with a buttery brown sugar oat crumble, when served warm with a scoop of ice cream on top, this mulberry rhubarb crisp tastes so rich and decadent! The
- [Nutty Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/nutty-strawberry-rhubarb-crisp/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Nutty Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Yield:
- [Savory Ham & Swiss Rolls - it's a sandwich in a roll!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/savory-ham-swiss-rolls-its-a-sandwich-in-a-roll/) - With soft, tender, buttery dough wrapped around ham, swiss cheese, sauteed onions and sweet bell pepper with a marvelous tarragon mustard sauce, these savory ham & swiss rolls are a delightful sandwich in roll form! When you think about breakfast rolls, typically sweet rolls come to mind--cinnamon and caramel rolls topping the list. But if
- [Sour Cream Rhubarb Coffee Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sour-cream-rhubarb-coffee-cake/) - Adapted from AllRecipes A lovely moist, tender and sweet whole wheat coffee cake laced with light bits of soft, tart rhubarb and a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping. Happy Mother's Day my foodie friends! I belatedly decided, at the last minute, that we needed to go visit my mom this weekend. The rest of the family
- [This Easy Bacon Parmesan Asparagus is Ready in 10 - 15 Minutes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-easy-bacon-parmesan-asparagus-is-ready-in-10-15-minutes/) - If you're looking for a quick side dish that everyone will love, look no further! This bacon parmesan asparagus tastes amazing, comes together in minutes, and is the perfect side dish for whatever you're serving this summer. You can make it in the air fryer or the oven, or toss it in a foil packet
- [A New Twist on an Old Classic: Avocado Spinach Artichoke Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-new-twist-on-an-old-classic-avocado-spinach-artichoke-dip/) - Avocado spinach artichoke dip is an amazing twist on the old classic! Avocado makes the perfect creamy good substitution for some of the less healthy things we typically put in our spinach artichoke dip, like sour cream and mayonnaise. I didn't skip out on the cheese, though. You have to have CHEESE in spinach artichoke
- [Indian Fried Cabbage with Peas - an easy side dish](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/indian-fried-cabbage-with-peas-an-easy-side-dish/) - A tasty, healthy side dish that dares to venture away from the everyday, this Indian fried cabbage dish has it all! It's beautiful, delicious and easy.
- [Yellow Watermelon Basil Sorbet & the Versatile Blogger Award](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/yellow-watermelon-basil-sorbet-the-versatile-blogger-award/) - Last week was an incredible week ... I was awarded the Versatile Blogger award FOUR times! I am so grateful to have such awesome foodie friends. Three Rules come with this award: Thank and link back to the person who gave you the award. Share 7 things about yourself Send it along to 15 other
- [Seafood Wild Rice Chowder: MN in a bowl](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/seafood-wild-rice-chowder-mn-in-a-bowl/) - Creamy good seafood wild rice chowder loaded with seafood, vegetables, herbs and wild rice. A delightful soup that you will absolutely love
- [How to Make Khichuri with Brown Rice (Bengali Rice & Lentils)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-khichuri-with-brown-rice-bengali-rice-lentils/) - A stunningly beautiful dish that is like a treasure chest for your soul! Bursting w/colors & delightful flavors, Khichuri is festival food that's pure comfort.
- [Sourdough Parmesan Pesto Pinwheels: great for dipping!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sourdough-parmesan-pesto-pinwheels-great-for-dipping/) - Perfect for dipping in marinara or soup, sourdough parmesan pesto pinwheels are a delicious cheesy addition to any meal or a filling snack for any time.
- [How to Make Tomato Basil Soup Mid-Winter](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-tomato-basil-soup-mid-winter/) - Say goodbye to sad tomato soup. Say hello to summer-fresh tomato basil soup mid-winter! Basil pesto, canned tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes and cheese are the key.
- [The Best Layer Dip for Game Day or Camping](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-layer-dip-for-game-day-or-camping/) - Layers of cream cheese, refried beans, avocado and salsa topped with shredded cheese, onions, chopped tomato and cilantro, this Mexican layer dip is SO epic!
- [Snickerdoodle Scones are Super Simple to Make](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/snickerdoodle-scones-are-super-simple-to-make/) - These super simple Snickerdoodle Scones have a lightly crunchy sweet "crust", sweet cinnamon glaze, cinnamon sugar sprinkle on top and a soft, tender crumb.
- [Spanakopita Wontons in the Air Fryer](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spanakopita-wontons-in-the-air-fryer/) - Spanakopita is one of the most popular and beloved snacks in Greece and is becoming more and more popular world wide. I've re-created this delightful Greek spinach & feta pie in bite-sized wonton form. These crunchy Spanakopita Wontons cook up in the air fryer in just four minutes! And they deliver all the cheesy garlicky
- [Love your Morning with Pesto Sun Dried Tomato Breakfast Flatbread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/love-your-morning-with-pesto-sun-dried-tomato-breakfast-flatbread/) - You'll love your morning starting w/this crunchy, hearty breakfast flatbread stuffed w/scrambled egg, basil pesto, sundried tomato, onion, bell pepper & cheese.
- [Parmesan Delicata Fries: crunchy, easy snack in just 10 minutes!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/parmesan-delicata-fries-crunchy-easy-snack-in-just-10-minutes/) - If you like sweet potato fries, you're going to LOVE these crunchy addictive parmesan delicata fries! So simple & quick, yet SO good. Ready in just 10 minutes.
- [How to Make Heart Healthy Tamales](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-heart-healthy-tamales/) - Soft masa (corn) dough wrapped around a tasty savory filling, all wrapped up like a little present in a corn husk. Made with broth and olive oil in place of the traditional lard, these heart healthy tamales taste so authentic and delicious. If you're a tamale lover and you've ever thought about trying your hand
- [Rich, Silky Butternut Brie Soup: a Bowl of Awesome](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rich-silky-butternut-brie-soup-a-bowl-of-awesome/) - A rich, silky, luxuriant butternut soup laced with fresh rosemary, sage and creamy brie cheese. Garnish with bacon or parmesan, a pat of brie and fresh herbs.
- [Sausage Stuffed Squash Rings: Simple and Delicious](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sausage-stuffed-squash-rings-simple-and-delicious/) - Sausage Stuffed Squash rings: sweet delicata squash stuffed with a marvelous mixture of spicy sausage, zucchini, broccoli, quinoa, pecans & dried cranberries.
- [A Fresh New Start: Split Pea Soup with Peppers & Broccoli](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-fresh-new-start-split-pea-soup-with-peppers-broccoli/) - Split pea soup like you've never tasted before: brothy, lighter, w/broccoli, sweet bell pepper, carrot and that creamy good split pea vibe that we know & love.
- [Dukkah: a delightfully easy Egyptian nut/spice blend](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dukkah-a-delightfully-easy-egyptian-nut-spice-blend/) - Plus 17 fun ways to use it! With a delightful flavor and crunchy texture to add to just about everything savory, Dukkah is a lively Egyptian nut and spice blend with complex flavors and textures. I like to think of Dukkah as the slightly more exotic version of Everything but the Bagel Seasoning. It's gaining
- [Heart Healthier Bisquick & 21 Awesomely Simple Recipes to make with it!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/heart-healthier-bisquick-21-awesomely-simple-recipes-to-make-with-it/) - No Bisquick on hand? No problem! This easy homemade heart healthy Bisquick recipe takes just a few minutes to toss together and uses avocado oil.
- [How to make Gourmet Homemade Snickers Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-gourmet-homemade-snickers-bars/) - Soft peanut buttery nougat, creamy caramel and crunchy peanuts (or, if you prefer, cashews!) encased in rich, dreamy chocolate. If you like Snickers bars, you are going to LOVE these gourmet homemade Snickers bars, made from scratch in your own kitchen. Once you taste THESE, you'll never look at a store-bought Snickers bar the same
- [Easy Parmesan Pistachio Salmon with Pomegranate Avocado Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-parmesan-pistachio-salmon-with-pomegranate-avocado-salsa/) - Flaky tender salmon crusted with parmesan cheese and chopped pistachios, topped with a stunning pomegranate avocado salsa. Plus 11 MORE great salmon recipes.
- [Holiday Apple Pomegranate Sangria](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/holiday-apple-pomegranate-sangria/) - Red wine with a bit of herbal simple syrup, fresh apples, raspberries, and pomegranate liqueur make for a festive sangria that will bring joy to your holiday celebrations. Make it ahead of time to give time for the fruit flavors to infuse into the wine. Sangria is an adult beverage I've come to appreciate more
- [Cinnamon Roasted Almonds](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cinnamon-roasted-almonds/) - Adapted from Sweet Pea's Kitchen It was a homemade gifts Christmas for us this year. My daughter and I went to a thrift store and bought some special ceramic containers and then we went to work. My girl made Christmas Snickerdoodles and Holiday Dipped Pretzels (with a light sprinkle of red and green sugars). I made
- [How to Make Homemade Sriracha](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-homemade-sriracha/) - Sriracha has become America's 2nd favorite condiment, and rightly so. Here's how to make your own sriracha hot sauce at home. SO easy. Results are amazing!
- [Butterbeer Cocktail ~ Harry Potter Inspired](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butterbeer-cocktail-harry-potter-inspired/) - A cocktail for the adult Harry Potter fans, this creamy, sweet and buttery butterbeer tastes so good, it'll disappear in a flash--no wand or magic words required! Muggles & wizards alike will love this drink. Click for the recipe.
- [Butternut Brie Bites: an easy holiday appetizer with just 3 ingredients](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-brie-bites-an-easy-holiday-appetizer-with-just-3-ingredients/) - Sweet roasted butternut squash rounds with creamy melted brie and tart sweet & juicy pomegranate seeds, this simple three-ingredient recipe makes a stunning, impressive appetizer. Press a few chopped, roasted pistachios on top as well for an extra layer of crunch and color. Or, in place of the pomegranate seeds, top them with a dollop
- [Sausage & Stuffing Stuffed Squash: give your leftover stuffing new life](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sausage-stuffing-stuffed-squash-give-your-leftover-stuffing-new-life/) - Transform your leftover stuffing from the holidays into dinner! With just 6 simple ingredients & minimal prep time, you can enjoy this hearty, cozy winter meal.
- [Turkey Corn Chowder with Bacon: a great way to use leftover turkey](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turkey-corn-chowder-with-bacon-a-great-way-to-use-leftover-turkey/) - Rich, creamy turkey corn chowder with bacon, potatoes, carrots, celery & jalapeno (optional). This luscious chowder is the perfect way to use leftover turkey!
- [5 Make-Ahead Sides to Make Thanksgiving a Little Easier this Year](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/5-make-ahead-sides-to-make-thanksgiving-a-little-easier-this-year/) - Employ a little make-ahead magic for the side dishes this year to simplify meal prep on Thanksgiving. So you can focus on what'simportant: your loved ones.
- [Cranberry Ginger Holiday Punch](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-ginger-holiday-punch/) - A sparkly refreshing punch with so many flavors of the season: cranberry, ginger, rosemary, orange and pomegranate. With or without the rum, it's a total crowd pleaser. I first made this punch for our yoga teacher training graduation ceremony because our instructor (Roscha) specially requested a non-alcoholic punch for the occasion. Everyone loved it ...
- [Dill-icious Dill Pickle Dip ~ ready to eat, like now!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dill-icious-dill-pickle-dip-ready-to-eat-like-now/) - Attention dill pickle lovers! Snack on this creamy dill pickle dip loaded with juicy briny pickles and spiced perfectly to your liking w/your favorite dippers.
- [Super Quick Blender 10-minute Dill Pickle Hot Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/super-quick-blender-10-minute-dill-pickle-hot-sauce/) - The flavor of your favorite dill pickles in an addictively good hot sauce! This 10-minute dill pickle hot sauce is great on everything and so easy to make.
- [Chocolate Caramel Pecan Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-caramel-pecan-bars/) - Adapted from Stephie Cooks Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Chocolate Caramel Pecan Bars 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total
- [Prosciutto Pear Bites w Herbs & Blue Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/prosciutto-pear-bites-w-herbs-blue-cheese/) - Sweet, smoky, savory and creamy all together in one perfect little bite! These pretty party appetizers are so easy to make and so impressive for a gathering or even just for a little snack. Click for the recipe.
- [Maple Roasted Pear & Bacon Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-roasted-pear-bacon-salad/) - with dried cranberries, blue cheese, candied walnuts & a maple dijon white wine vinaigrette Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Maple Roasted Pear & Bacon Salad with cranberries, blue cheese & candied walnuts 5 Stars
- [Garlic Sage Roasted Delicata Squash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garlic-sage-roasted-delicata-squash/) - Sweet delicata squash roasted to caramelized perfection, with olive oil, garlic and sage for a pleasing savory slant. Enjoy as a cozy side dish or use these caramelized squash slices in salads, casseroles or risotto.
- [Spinach Cornbread Stuffing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-cornbread-stuffing/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Spinach Cornbread Stuffing 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Yield: 8
- [Wild Mushroom Stuffing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/wild-mushroom-stuffing/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Wild Mushroom Stuffing 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: enough for a crowd! Print
- [Mushroom Kale Stuffing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-kale-stuffing/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Mushroom Kale Stuffing 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Print Recipe Pin Recipe Ingredients Scale
- [Sensational Seafood Stuffing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sensational-seafood-stuffing/) - This seafood stuffing is loaded with shrimp, crab meat, mushrooms, celery, sweet onion, garlic red bell pepper, herbs, seasonings, bread & butter. It makes a fabulous side but could easily stand on its own. Click for the recipe!
- [Feast of the Seven Fishes Chowder](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/feast-of-the-seven-fishes-chowder/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Feast of the Seven Fishes Chowder 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 1 review Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30
- [Roasted Butternut & Beet Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-butternut-beet-salad/) - Roasted butternut & beets on top of leafy greens, pepitas, sunflower seeds, and creamy goat cheese with a maple balsamic dressing. It's the perfect blend of flavors, textures and colors to brighten up a winter day! Click for the recipe.
- [Crisp & Spicy Pickled Green Beans](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crisp-spicy-pickled-green-beans/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Crisp & Spicy Pickled Green Beans 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4 from 1 review Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total
- [Spinach Mushroom Eggplant Lasagna: a healthy lasagna you'll be surprised to love](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-eggplant-lasagna-a-healthy-lasagna-youll-be-surprised-to-love/) - Roasted eggplant replaces the noodles in this luscious lasagna with mushrooms, spinach & sun dried tomatoes, layered w/marinara, mozzarella & Italian cheeses.
- [Savory Pumpkin Harvest Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/savory-pumpkin-harvest-quinoa/) - Sweet pumpkin w/onion, garlic, zucchini, greens, quinoa, herbs and seasonings plus bacon and cheese make a satisfying fall dish that's full of fabulous contrasting flavors, textures and colors. #GF #HeartHealthy #Vegan options
- [Pumpkin Maple Amaretto Trifle](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-maple-amaretto-trifle/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Pumpkin Maple Amaretto Trifle 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: 8 - 12 servings
- [Drunk n Nutty Pumpkin Amaretto Fruitcake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/drunk-n-nutty-pumpkin-amaretto-fruitcake/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Drunk & Nutty Pumpkin Amaretto Fruitcake 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours Total Time: 2
- [Maple Pumpkin Mini Souffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-pumpkin-mini-souffles/) - Light, fluffy, soft little pumpkin souffles that taste like pumpkin pie with a hint of maple, amaretto and lovely pumpkin spices. PLUS tips to ensure easy make-ahead, no fail souffles every time and a low carb option! #GF #lowcarb
- [Chocolate Cherry Cabernet Talking Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-cherry-cabernet-talking-truffles/) - These truffles are very noisy. They keep talking to me. Waking me up in the middle of the night. Interrupting me while I'm trying to work. Maybe they got lonely after I dipped them in chocolate on Friday evening, then we went away for the weekend, but my gosh, now they won't STOP talking!
- [Mocha Frangelico Surprise Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mocha-frangelico-surprise-truffles/) - and How I (almost) Killed My Ninja Chopper Him: Bob ... or Robert Me: LOL, you're funny Him: Wait, I guess they really should be called Hazel ... but that seems contradictory ...should be a boy's name Me: because they have nuts? Him: Yep The conversation deteriorated from there ... we ended up with this name:
- [Muddy Buddy Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/muddy-buddy-truffles/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Muddy Buddy Truffles 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Yield: About 24 truffles 1x Print
- [Cranberry Red Wine Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-red-wine-truffles/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Dark Chocolate Cranberry Red Wine Truffles 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45
- [Chocolate Caramel Cashew Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-caramel-cashew-truffles/) - Creamy caramel, crunchy roasted cashews and a decadent creamy chocolate liqueur truffle filling all coated in gourmet chocolate for a truly blissful experience. If you make this for gifts, your loved ones will treasure every bite.
- [Strawberry Basil Chocolate Mascarpone Crostini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-basil-chocolate-mascarpone-crostini/) - Inspired by my posts from my dear friends Ann from the Fountain Avenue Kitchen and Sonali from the Foodie Physician. Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Strawberry Basil Chocolate Mascarpone Crostini 5 Stars 4 Stars
- [Jack's Nutty Fruit & Chocolate Snack Mix](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/jacks-nutty-fruit-chocolate-snack-mix/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Jack 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Yield: About 7 cups
- [Winter Apple Jack Tea](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/winter-apple-jack-tea/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Winter Apple Jack Tea 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 cup of tea
- [Bailey's Mint Chocolate Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baileys-mint-chocolate-truffles/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Bailey’s Mint Chocolate Truffles 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Yield: 24 - 48 truffles (depending on the size of your mold) 1x
- [Midnight Peppermint Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/midnight-peppermint-truffles/) - This is my holiday gift to you, my dear readers. These truffles are dark as midnight inside, with tiny specks of peppermint. I wish I could send you each a tin of these to grace your holiday table, but I will have to settle for just giving you the recipe. These truffles are simple to
- [Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Munch Mix](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-peppermint-pretzel-munch-mix/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Munch Mix 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
- [Chocolate Peppermint Pecan Popcorn](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-peppermint-pecan-popcorn/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Chocolate Peppermint Pecan Popcorn 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Print
- [Fresh & Simple Peppermint Stick Ice Cream](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fresh-simple-peppermint-stick-ice-cream/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Fresh & Simple Peppermint Stick Ice Cream 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Print Recipe Pin Recipe Ingredients Scale 1x2x3x 2 cups fat
- [White Chocolate Peanut Grapes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/white-chocolate-peanut-grapes/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon White Chocolate Peanut Grapes 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Yield:
- [Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bliss Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peppermint-hot-chocolate-bliss-bars/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bliss Bars 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
- [Dark Chocolate Prune Turtles #MakeSomethingDivine](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dark-chocolate-prune-turtles-makesomethingdivine/) - The BEST way to get your digestive system back on track, these dark chocolate prune turtles start with a dried plum dipped in dark chocolate, with "feet" of granola, chia and pumpkin seeds and a crunchy walnut on top. #MakeSomethingDivine
- [Cranberry Salted Chocolate Haystacks](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-salted-chocolate-haystacks/) - with roasted pepitas ... These easy crunchy chocolaty treats are a healthier take on the traditional haystacks, but you would never guess it from the taste! All you do to make these festive treats is melt the chocolate, then stir in some crunchy stick-shaped fiber cereal along with dried cranberries and pepitas (pumpkin seeds) for
- [Ooey Gooey Oreo Toffee 7-Layer Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ooey-gooey-oreo-toffee-7-layer-bars/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Ooey Gooey Oreo Toffee 7-Layer Bars 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40
- [Toffee Grapes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/toffee-grapes/) - Adapted just slightly from The Nutrition Twins Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Toffee Grapes 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Yield:
- [Dark Chocolate Toffee Dipped Apricots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dark-chocolate-toffee-dipped-apricots/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Dark Chocolate Dipped Toffee Apricots 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes
- [Pretzel English Toffee](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pretzel-english-toffee/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Pretzel English Toffee 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Yield: About
- [Toffee Chocolate Mashup Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/toffee-chocolate-mashup-bars/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Toffee Chocolate Mashup Bars 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Yield:
- [Chocolate Honey Toffee Peanuts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-honey-toffee-peanuts/) - Peanuts coated with a honey butter toffee (no corn syrup!) and dipped in chocolate makes for a totally addictive holiday confection, so perfect for a holiday gift or gathering! Click to get this toffee perfected recipe now.
- [Rosemary Red Wine Poached Pears](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-red-wine-poached-pears/) - with Honey Rosemary Mascarpone Filling and Candied Walnuts Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Rosemary Red Wine Poached Pears 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes
- [Red Wine Poached Pear Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/red-wine-poached-pear-salad/) - with goat cheese, cinnamon roasted almond slices and a rosemary red wine pear vinaigrette Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Red Wine Poached Pear Salad 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star
- [Elegant and Easy Brie Stuffed Roasted Pears](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/elegant-and-easy-brie-stuffed-roasted-pears/) - These easy brie stuffed pears topped with pineapple cranberry sauce and toasted walnuts make a delightful, elegant and super simple starter or dessert.
- [Soft and Fluffy Do-Ahead Dinner Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-and-fluffy-do-ahead-dinner-rolls/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Soft and Fluffy Do-Ahead Dinner Rolls 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 1 review Print Recipe Pin Recipe Ingredients Scale 1x2x3x 1/4 cup
- [Butternut Pomegranate Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-pomegranate-salad/) - Shredded brussels sprouts (and/or greens) topped with sweet roasted butternut squash, toasted walnuts, crumbled stilton cheese and a tumble of pomegranate seeds. This lovely salad brings life and abundance for the year to come.
- [Raspberry Pomegranate Pear Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/raspberry-pomegranate-pear-salad/) - Sweet, juicy pears over salad greens with raspberries, pomegranate seeds, pistachios, goat cheese crumbles, and bacon with a maple dijon dressing, this festive holiday salad is everything you want in a holiday salad!
- [Luscious Maple Amaretto Pumpkin Roll](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/luscious-maple-amaretto-pumpkin-roll/) - The memory of the Amaretto Pumpkin Bread Pudding I made a while ago is still haunting me, so I just couldn't help but carry those luscious flavors over into my pumpkin roll. I have been wanting to make a pumpkin roll forever, it seems. I've been reading about how to do it, and enviously watching other
- [Pumpkin Dinner Rolls for Thanksgiving](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-dinner-rolls-for-thanksgiving/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Pumpkin Dinner Rolls for Thanksgiving 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Yield: 15 - 20 buns, depending on how big you make the
- [Candy Cane Crush Fudge](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/candy-cane-crush-fudge/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Candy Cane Crush Fudge 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Yield:
- [Pumpkin Irish Cream Fudge](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-irish-cream-fudge/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Pumpkin Irish Cream Fudge 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 15
- [Dark Chocolate Red Wine Fudge](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dark-chocolate-red-wine-fudge/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Dark Chocolate Red Wine Fudge 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 1 hour
- [Toffee Crunch Popcorn](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/toffee-crunch-popcorn/) - The addictive sweet and salty taste of English toffee in popcorn form, Toffee Crunch Popcorn is a breeze to make, inexpensive, and uses pantry ingredients. Delight everyone on your gift list this year with a tin of this yumminess!
- [Speedy Shrimp Romesco - and how to can that amazing sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-shrimp-romesco-and-how-to-can-that-amazing-sauce/) - Shrimp Romesco makes a simple unforgettable meal that's ready in minutes. It's the smoky rich (yet healthy!) Spanish Romesco sauce that makes it so amazing.
- [Easy High Fiber Maple Peanut Butter Dip for Apples](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-high-fiber-maple-peanut-butter-dip-for-apples/) - This easy maple peanut butter dip is creamy & peanut-y w/a light hint of maple and vanilla. High in fiber & protein, it makes eating apples SO much more fun!
- [Crunchy Easy Air Fryer Hash Browns from Scratch](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crunchy-easy-air-fryer-hash-browns-from-scratch/) - Air fryer hash browns are perfectly crunchy on the outside with warm creamy potato bits hiding inside. It's everything you want your hash browns to be. SO easy!
- [Peanut Butter Chocolate Fiber Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-chocolate-fiber-bars/) - Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon Peanut Butter Chocolate Fiber Bars 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 2 from 1 review Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time:
- [When you're craving Mexican: Quick Broccoli Lentil Enchiladas for One](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/when-youre-craving-mexican-quick-broccoli-lentil-enchiladas-for-one/) - If you're craving some really good Mexican food but you don't want to spend hours in the kitchen, try these quick broccoli lentil enchiladas. The lentils cook fast and you can use frozen broccoli and pre-shredded cheese. So if you have some good enchilada sauce on hand, you can be eating in about 30 minutes!
- [A Fancy Meal you can make in One Pan: Meatloaf Romesco with Vegetable Tian](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-fancy-meal-you-can-make-in-one-pan-meatloaf-romesco-with-vegetable-tian/) - Meatloaf Romesco with Vegetable Tian is a stunning, flavorful hot dish, the perfect fusion of Spanish, French and German/American cuisine all in one pan!
- [Simple, Rustic & French: Roasted Ratatouille](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-rustic-french-roasted-ratatouille/) - This roasted Ratatouille is an easy French dish that transforms abundant garden vegetables into a lovely vegetarian main dish or delectable side.
- [Just 5 Ingredients to Fantastic: Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/just-5-ingredients-to-fantastic-roasted-cherry-tomato-pasta-sauce/) - Sweet vibrant cherry tomatoes make an ah-mazing topping for pasta when roasted with onion, garlic and extra virgin olive oil, then tossed with fresh herbs.
- [Autumn in a Bowl! Chipotle Pumpkin Potato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/autumn-in-a-bowl-chipotle-pumpkin-potato-soup/) - This satisfying pumpkin potato soup is like autumn in a bowl! It's all the comfort you crave in potato soup, with a pumpkin chipotle twist.
- [Creamy Good Vodka Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-good-vodka-sauce/) - with vegan option ... Adapted from Little Broken Super flavorful and wonderfully creamy homemade vodka sauce that's surprisingly healthy ... and if you are lactose intolerant or vegan, I included a vegan version so EVERYONE can have a creamy good vodka sauce. I never quite got the hype around vodka sauce ... until I tried
- [The Best Soft, Fluffy Biscuits](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-soft-fluffy-biscuits/) - These soft fluffy biscuits rise up tall in the oven, with beautiful buttery soft layers inside, and a little bit of crunch on both the top and the bottom.
- [Easy, Adorable Autumn Appetizer: Pumpkin Deviled Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-adorable-autumn-appetizer-pumpkin-deviled-eggs/) - Super cute little pumpkin-shaped deviled eggs not only look like pumpkins, they have real pumpkin in the filling! Perfect for both Halloween & Thanksgiving.
- [The Best Tostada You Never Dreamed of: Broccoli Cheese Tostada](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-tostada-you-never-dreamed-of-broccoli-cheese-tostada/) - This broccoli cheese tostada is a plant based meal that's crave worthy! Crunchy corn tortilla, melted cheese, refried beans, broccoli, & a dreamy creamy sauce.
- [Mushroom Crab Cakes are Ready in a Jiffy](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-crab-cakes-are-ready-in-a-jiffy/) - These crab cakes laced with the delightful umami of mushrooms are so quick and easy to make! Simply mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl, shape into patties, then pan-fry them in a heart healthy oil. Serve them up hot with the dipping sauce of your choice. They taste amazing with tarragon mustard
- [Making the Best of Fresh Summer Peaches:  Almond Peach Galette](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/making-the-best-of-fresh-summer-peaches-almond-peach-galette/) - If you've got fresh summer peaches, then you need to make this lovely almond peach galette! On the bottom, there's a layer of frangipane (ground almonds mixed with butter and sugar). Then you top it with loads of fresh peaches kissed with brown sugar and vanilla. Your friends or family will polish off this rustic
- [Amazing on just about EVERYTHING! Creamy Tarragon Mustard Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/amazing-on-just-about-everything-creamy-tarragon-mustard-sauce/) - A quick herby sauce, salad dressing or dip, this simple creamy tarragon mustard sauce celebrates this beloved, easy to grow herb. Simply blend fresh tarragon, garlic and mustard with some plain Greek yogurt, a little mayonnaise and dill, extra virgin olive oil and onion powder. Then add milk to thin to the consistency you want.
- [Using More of the Fennel Plant: Fennel Orange Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/using-more-of-the-fennel-plant-fennel-orange-salad/) - If you only using the fennel bulb, you are missing out on so much! Discover how to use more of the plant in this stellar fennel orange salad w/walnuts & goat cheese.
- [A Deliciously Cool Way to Wake Up: PB Coffee Shake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-deliciously-cool-way-to-wake-up-peanut-butter-coffee-shake/) - When it's hot outside, try switching it up and make a cool peanut butter coffee shake! A secretly healthy breakfast in a glass, with blissfully decadent taste.
- [Easy Whole Wheat Thin Crust Pizza made with Sourdough Discard](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-whole-wheat-thin-crust-pizza-made-with-sourdough-discard/) - Satisfy your pizza cravings with this easy fiber-rich whole wheat thin crust pizza & use up some sourdough discard too! Pile on your favorite toppings & enjoy.
- [When you have one red onion: make Quick Pickled Red Onions!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/when-you-have-one-red-onion-make-quick-pickled-red-onions/) - What do you do with one red onion? Make quick pickled red onions. Pickled red onions are sweet, beautiful and perfect on tacos, burgers, nachos & salads.
- [Easy Cheesy 10-Minute Lentil Avocado Tostadas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-cheesy-10-minute-lentil-avocado-tostadas/) - Crunchy lentil avocado tostadas are hearty, full of fiber & protein, easy, quick and budget friendly! They're a treat for your eyes as well as your taste buds.
- [One Take on Subzi: 15 Minute Cauliflower Asparagus Curry](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/one-take-on-subzi-15-minute-cauliflower-asparagus-curry/) - A delightfully easy vegetarian Indian curry dish called Subzi that is so quick and easy, yet complex, rich and wonderful in flavor, using readily available seasonings.
- [Great for your Gut! Super Easy Crunchy Pickled Asparagus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/great-for-your-gut-super-easy-crunchy-pickled-asparagus/) - Delicious, crunchy pickled asparagus that's super easy to make! Just 3 essential ingredients & no special equipment required, w/gut-healthy probiotics.
- [The Secret to Super Crunchy Air Fried Fish: Double Dipping](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-secret-to-super-crunchy-air-fried-fish-double-dipping/) - What's the secret to making your air fried fish breading super crunchy, while keeping the fish inside perfectly tender, flaky and juicy? Find out here.
- [A Delightfully Simple Side: Lemony Dill Asparagus & Chickpeas with Walnuts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-delightfully-simple-side-lemony-dill-asparagus-chickpeas-with-walnuts/) - Crisp tender asparagus spears w/creamy chickpeas, sautéed sweet onion, garlic, crunchy toasted walnuts, dill pesto, mustard and a fresh squeeze of lively lemon.
- [35 Awesome Asparagus Recipes and why you should NEVER snap the ends off](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/35-awesome-asparagus-recipes-and-why-you-should-never-snap-the-ends-off/) - Asparagus recipes for every meal: from fries to eggs, risotto, dips, pizza, snacks, sides, and yes, even sushi, asparagus adds so much flavor to SO many dishes!
- [Super Puffy Strawberry German Pancake made in the Oven (Panakuchen)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/super-puffy-strawberry-german-pancake-made-in-the-oven-panakuchen/) - This puffy German oven pancake topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream is a spectacular breakfast that is SO impressive, yet easy and fun to make!
- [How to Turn Lentils into Plant-Based Chorizo (Vegan)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-turn-lentils-into-plant-based-chorizo-vegan/) - Spicy, flavorful chorizo in lentil form, this plant-based version has all the flavors of the meat-based spicy sausage, but without the meat! Budget friendly, delicious and super healthy, you'll find this tasty alternative with lentils so easy to make and super versatile. In my post on how to turn ordinary breakfast sausage into spicy chorizo,
- [Soft & Chewy Sourdough Hoagie Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-chewy-sourdough-hoagie-rolls/) - Soft and tender on the inside with a little chew to the crust and a great texture, these beautiful sourdough hoagie rolls are the perfect vessel for your favorite sandwich. I personally like to add a little bit of yeast to keep them from getting too sour and to help them rise faster, but if
- [Mediterranean Smoked Turkey Wrap](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mediterranean-smoked-turkey-wrap/) - Super simple smoked turkey wrap with delightful flavors and a mesmerizing mix of textures. Smoked turkey, hummus, matchstick carrots, mixed greens, tomato, roasted sweet peppers and feta cheese wrapped up in a large tortilla, it's a nice no-cook meal you can whip up in minutes ... or better yet, set out the ingredients and have
- [Bacon Sundried Tomato Souffle Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-sundried-tomato-souffle-cups/) - A portable little puff of egg and cheese encased in an edible wonton cup with bacon, a hint of smoky chipotle, fontina cheese, spinach and sundried tomatoes. You'll fall in love at first bite! I think this is the most marvelous invention I've ever made ... the simple souffle cup. It's a portable little puff
- [Easy Muffins that Taste like Spring: Lemon Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-muffins-that-taste-like-spring-lemon-blueberry-buttermilk-muffins/) - Soft, fluffy, tender lemon buttermilk blueberry muffins with a nice sweet crunchy top, loaded with juicy blueberries. Easy to make & they taste like spring!
- [Spring in a Bowl: Creamy Parmesan Broccoli Asparagus Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spring-in-a-bowl-creamy-parmesan-broccoli-asparagus-soup/) - A creamy light spring soup that's full of spring veggies, yet nice, warm and cozy. For rainy or windy spring days, this lovely green soup really hits the spot!
- [How the Medieval 100-year-old Stew Method can Make your Modern Life SO much more Delicious](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-the-medieval-100-year-old-stew-method-can-make-your-modern-life-so-much-more-delicious/) - An idea on how we can adopt the perpetual stew from the middle ages to our own times, with several recipes for making your life taste so much better.
- [That Sweet Hot Thing Going on! Shrimp & Bay Scallops Diablo](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/that-sweet-hot-thing-going-on-shrimp-bay-scallops-diablo/) - Shrimp & sweet bay scallops swimming in a sensuous pineapple tomato sauce with plenty of onion, garlic, peppers and delightful south-of-the-border seasonings.
- [Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower Artichoke Salad: Make it Your Own](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mediterranean-roasted-cauliflower-artichoke-salad-make-it-your-own/) - Warm roasted cauliflower salad w/chickpeas, artichoke hearts, radishes, matchstick carrots, red onions and sun dried tomatoes in a creamy mustard dill dressing.
- [Dill-icious Corned Beef & Swiss Egg Rolls! You choose how to cook them.](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dill-icious-corned-beef-swiss-egg-rolls-you-choose-how-to-cook-them/) - Dill-icious corned beef egg rolls stuffed w/chopped corned beef, cabbage, carrots, onions, dill pickles & swiss cheese w/mustard & dill. You choose how to cook!
- [Vibrant Red Roasted Beet Hummus will Become your New Favorite](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/vibrant-red-roasted-beet-hummus-will-become-your-new-favorite/) - A perfect dance of flavors in one super creamy, vibrant, beautiful hummus! With creamy white beans as the base, a hint of sweet and earthiness from the beet, a kiss of lemon, mellow roasted garlic (and a bit of fresh) and of course, tahini and olive oil too. It's hummus like you've never quite experienced
- [The Best Spicy Eggs Benedict Without Bread: Chorizo Eggs Benedict](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-spicy-eggs-benedict-without-bread-chorizo-eggs-benedict/) - BEST Spicy Eggs Benedict! Roasted butternut squash, topped with smashed avocado, spicy chorizo and a poached egg, doused in a creamy butternut chipotle sauce.
- [Rich, Decadent, Better than ANYTHING Bailey's Chocolate Ice Cream](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rich-decadent-better-than-anything-baileys-chocolate-ice-cream/) - Hands down the creamiest, most luxuriant chocolate ice cream, with a super sensuous mouthfeel. Sit back, close your eyes and savor every decadent bite!
- [Powerful Symbolism for Peace: Irish Flag Tuna Melts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/powerful-symbolism-for-peace-irish-flag-tuna-melts/) - Using roasted butternut squash rounds (or sweet potato) as the base, these Irish Flag tuna melts mimic the Irish flag and provide a fast, fun & healthy meal.
- [How to Turn Breakfast Sausage into Chorizo](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-turn-breakfast-sausage-into-chorizo/) - Swiftly transform ordinary breakfast sausage into incredible spicy Mexican chorizo in minutes with garlic and common seasonings you probably have on hand!
- [Quick Pan Seared Salmon w/Butternut Dijon Hollandaise - Superb!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/quick-pan-seared-salmon-w-butternut-dijon-hollandaise-superb/) - Quick pan seared, perfectly flaky salmon with a sumptuous, silky smooth, lemony Dijon butternut hollandaise sauce. Restaurant quality in 15 minutes! So easy.
- [Nepalese Cauliflower Curry {Misayeko Tarkari}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/nepalese-cauliflower-curry-misayeko-tarkari/) - It's hard to explain all the sensory satisfaction you get from eating this dish--it has a little creaminess, a little exotic spice, a tingle of heat that dances on your tongue, a touch of sweetness and so many wonderful textures and flavors all mingling together beautifully. The color is so vibrant too, it's even a
- [How to Make Holubtsi (Ukrainian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls) and a Call for Peace](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-holubtsi-ukrainian-stuffed-cabbage-rolls-and-a-call-for-peace/) - Comforting cabbage rolls to honor Ukraine culture. Cabbage leaves stuffed with a mixture of ground meat, rice, carrots and mushrooms w/a creamy tomato sauce.
- [Wild Garden Beefy Rice Casserole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/wild-garden-beefy-rice-casserole/) - Leftover rice is elevated to meal status in this beefy rice casserole with salsa, harissa, loads of fresh garden vegetables & an easy cheesy yogurt bechamel sauce on top. Your taste buds will rejoice! + 16 more casserole recipes
- [How to Make Sourdough Beef Piroshki in the #AirFryer](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-sourdough-beef-piroshki-in-the-airfryer/) - These piroshki are pocket sandwiches with a delightful hearty meat and boiled egg filling, seasoned simply with onion, garlic and dill. When cooked in the air fryer, the crust is tender on the inside yet nice and crunchy on the outside. Use sourdough starter or sourdough discard along with a bit of active dry yeast
- [Simple but Sublime: Cara Cara Orange & Turnip Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-but-sublime-cara-cara-orange-turnip-salad/) - A simple but sublime winter salad! Sweetest cara cara oranges on greens, topped w/thin sliced turnips, honey lime dressing, chopped pistachios & aleppo pepper.
- [Heart Healthy Eggs Benedict with Butternut Hollandaise](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/heart-healthy-eggs-benedict-with-butternut-hollandaise/) - Classic eggs benedict with a heart healthy twist! Whole grain English muffin with lean ham, poached egg and a silky smooth butternut hollandaise sauce.
- [The BEST Chicken & Bean Quesadilla](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-chicken-bean-quesadilla/) - With just a few key ingredients, you can satisfy your craving for amazing restaurant quality chicken & bean quesadillas in just a few minutes at home. SO good!
- [Easy #PlantBased Mushroom Sun Dried Tomato Skillet](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-plantbased-mushroom-sun-dried-tomato-skillet/) - Mushrooms sauteed in olive oil with garlic, tart, chewy sun dried tomatoes, and a bit of greens for color make a flavor-packed plant-based meal!
- [How to Make Sourdough Whole Wheat English Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/how-to-make-sourdough-whole-wheat-english-muffins/) - These whole wheat sourdough English muffins have a chewy crust and a nice tender crumb. Laced with sunflower seeds, they have a nice nutty taste.
- [Sue's Amazing Peach Avocado Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sues-amazing-peach-avocado-salsa/) - It was a beautiful summer night and it just so happened to be a Wednesday ... my yoga night. After yoga, we were invited to my friend Sue's house for wine on her lovely patio. Sue owns a furniture store, so her home is a lovely haven, with comfy furniture and beautiful spaces everywhere (much
- [Easy Air Fryer Turnip Fries w/Avocado Ranch Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-air-fryer-turnip-fries-w-avocado-ranch-dip/) - Air fryer turnip fries make a super healthy snack that feels naughty. Served with a creamy, dreamy avocado ranch dip, how could you resist?
- [20 Minute Shredded Salsa Chicken (from frozen) in the Instant Pot](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/20-minute-shredded-salsa-chicken-from-frozen-in-the-instant-pot/) - Wanting shredded chicken in a hurry, but no chicken thawed? If you have a pressure cooker, you can cook that frozen chicken in just 20 minutes w/almost no prep.
- [Authentic Arroz Mexicano (Mexican Rice)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/authentic-arroz-mexicano-mexican-rice/) - This authentic recipe for Arroz Mexicano (Mexican Rice) is made at a fraction of the cost and seriously tastes just as good as your favorite Mexican restaurant.
- [Copycat ChiChi's Seafood Enchiladas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/not-quite-chichis-seafood-enchiladas/) - Adapted from Food.com Remember ChiChi's Mexican Restaurant? Remember their seafood enchiladas? These are my take on ChiChi's Seafood Enchiladas. Personally, I think they're even better! A long, long time ago, back before I even started college, I worked at ChiChi's. It was my boyfriend who got me the job there and I absolutely loved it.
- [Copycat Cheesecake Factory Oreo Cheesecake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/copycat-cheesecake-factory-oreo-cheesecake/) - Just very slightly adapted from CopyKat Recipes I have a funny story to tell you ... my friend has a lake house that she rented out last summer to a group of students from Turkey. She lovingly refers to them as "the Turks" and she just adored them. I wish my schedule had allowed me
- [Umami in a Bowl: Chunky Mushroom Artichoke Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/umami-in-a-bowl-chunky-mushroom-artichoke-dip/) - Creamy, cheesy and chock full of juicy sauteed mushrooms and tangy marinated artichokes, this luscious mushroom artichoke dip is a mushroom lover's dream.
- [Sensational Creamed Spinach w/Seafood & Peas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sensational-creamed-spinach-w-seafood-peas/) - Spinach bathing in a luscious creamy white cheese sauce swimming with shrimp, crab and little sweet peas makes a sensuous side that delights the taste buds.
- [Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buttermilk-blue-cheese-dressing/) - Homemade blue cheese dressing that takes just a few minutes to stir together, but will knock your socks off. With just a few simple ingredients and a small block of good quality blue cheese, this simple 5-minute dressing will spoil you forever. Say goodbye to store-bought blue cheese dressing with all the sugar and additives.
- [Soft & Dreamy Vanilla Caramels](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-dreamy-vanilla-caramels/) - Forget the commercial caramels, these homemade soft creamy vanilla caramels are the stuff dreams are made of! For all the caramel lovers on your list this year, take a little time to create them a masterpiece they will definitely appreciate. In case you've been intimidated by homemade caramel recipes in the past, I'm with you.
- [DIY Gift Toppers/Gift Tags & 30+ Homemade Gift Ideas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/diy-gift-toppers-gift-tags-30-homemade-gift-ideas/) - Beautiful & easy, these gift toppers are a fun project for you &/or the kids to make memorable gift tags you can use year after year & 30+ homemade gift ideas!
- [Creamy Pumpkin Turkey Chili](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-pumpkin-turkey-chili/) - A tasty autumn twist on white chicken chili that adds a little pumpkin and some cashews to the mix to help thicken the chili and add creaminess without adding dairy. This "white" chili is rich in flavor with a little spicy heat that's so perfectly hot and cozy for warming you up on chilly days.
- [Sourdough Brioche Burger Buns](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sourdough-brioche-burger-buns/) - Soft, tender sourdough brioche buns, so wonderfully puffy and delicious--these buns are the perfect vessel to house your latest burger creation! Click for the recipe.
- [Turkey, Potato & Broccoli Stuffed Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turkey-potato-broccoli-stuffed-peppers/) - Thanksgiving leftovers transformed! A quick medley of flavors stuffed into sweet mini peppers make for tasty little dip-able bites perfect for an appetizer or snack. Little bites like these are soooo welcome after a big day of feasting when we all want to eat a little lighter for a little while. Don't get me wrong
- [Shrimp & Andouille Quinoa Jambalaya](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-andouille-quinoa-jambalaya/) - Adapted from my good friend Sonali, The Foodie Physician. It's Mardi Gras time and my mind turns to Jambalaya! Oh yes, there's gumbo and Red Beans and Rice (which I love as well), but I just always dream of Jambalaya and beads, tall red hurricane drinks and pretty masks whenever I hear Mardi Gras or New
- [Smoky Crab & Pumpkin Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-crab-pumpkin-soup/) - Grilling the pumpkin gives this creamy comforting pumpkin crab soup a nice smoky flavor that dances on your taste buds! Fresh herbs like rosemary and sage add so much flavor. With just enough crab to make it feel substantial, this enticing, velvety smooth smoky seafood soup makes a delightful first course but can also stand
- [Peanut Butter Banana Bran Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-banana-bran-muffins/) - with salted caramel chocolate chips and low/no-added-sugar options (for those of you that are watching your sugar intake) There's a delightful sweet peanut buttery banana flavor in every bite of these soft, fluffy muffins laced with salted caramel chocolate chips and bits of crunchy nuts. Served hot from the oven when the chips are nicely
- [Pumpkin Maple Cranberry Protein Smoothie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-maple-cranberry-protein-smoothie/) - All the flavors of the holidays in one healthy smoothie to make your taste buds dance like the ballerinas in the Nutcracker! With pumpkin, maple, vanilla, cranberries and pumpkin pie spice, this smoothie is sweet, creamy and delicious. I'm really getting into smoothies lately. I think it's Linda's fault. She has this Smoothie Tuesday party
- [Easy Refrigerator Pickled Veggies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-refrigerator-pickled-veggies/) - A vibrant mix of vegetables and colors and floating spices make these pickles irresistible! And they are so easy to make ... you're going to love them. Recipe from my good friend Ann at The Fountain Avenue Kitchen Jars like these that are packed full of a vibrant mix of vegetables and colors and floating
- [All Things Pimento Cheese: the Caviar of the South (with over 29 fabulous recipes)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/all-things-pimento-cheese-the-caviar-of-the-south-with-over-29-fabulous-recipes/) - Pimento cheese is a simple condiment that is highly revered: in fact, pimento cheese is often referred to as "the caviar of the south". One taste, and you'll understand why Southerners LOVE their pimento cheese so much. I decided the other day I NEEDED some pimento cheese to go with the air fried green tomatoes
- [Rosemary Garlic Marinated Feta Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-garlic-marinated-feta-cheese/) - A fabulous gift for the cheese lovers in your life that they will absolutely swoon over! The cheese is amazing on its own or crumbled over salads, veggies, fish, chicken and so much more. Save the flavored oil to add flavor to all your dishes. A beautiful holiday gift ... adapted just slightly from Full
- [Swiss Ham & Asparagus Egg Bake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/swiss-ham-asparagus-egg-bake/) - A lovely egg bake with swiss and gruyere cheeses, chopped ham, roasted asparagus, onion and a little bit of sundried tomato. Instead of bread cubes, I used bread crumbs in the bottom and that gave this yummy breakfast dish a really nice soft & fluffy texture. It's Memorial Day weekend and after seeing my teenage daughter's
- [Chewy PB Cup Pumpkin Cookies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chewy-pb-cup-pumpkin-cookies/) - Craving a really good chewy pumpkin cookie? These cookies are super soft and chewy, with a good buttery, pumpkin spice flavor and laced with bits of peanut butter cups. Because chocolate, peanut butter and pumpkin were meant for each other, don't you think? Last weekend I was up at my mom and dad's house for
- [Mushroom Mixed Bean Meatless Moussaka](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-mixed-bean-meatless-moussaka/) - Moussaka is to Greeks what lasagna is to Italians ... a layered casserole that is comforting and cozy, except with potatoes and eggplant to create the layers (in place of pasta) and a rich cheesy egg-y bechamel sauce on top. While Greeks traditionally make Moussaka with lamb (and/or beef) in a warmly spiced tomato sauce,
- [Pumpkin Cheddar Couscous Stuffed Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-cheddar-couscous-stuffed-peppers/) - A savory cheesy stuffed pepper recipe with a hint of pumpkin that celebrates late summer and autumn flavors all in one meatless recipe that can stand on its own for a light, meatless meal, alone or alongside a nice comforting bean soup. Or you can serve it as a side to your whatever main dish
- [Canning Apples for Pie, Crisp or Cobbler](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/canning-apples-for-pie-crisp-or-cobbler/) - The perfect recipe for preserving a BIG batch of apples, these spiced, canned apples make future pies, cobblers or crisps a breeze. Make the best of the bruised apples (that wouldn't last long) by canning them today.
- [Easy Cheesy Cheater Chili Mac](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-cheesy-cheater-chili-mac/) - Do you ever have a sudden craving for cheesy chili macaroni? If you do, you're going to love this quick hack to get chili mac in the oven in just a tad bit more than the time it takes the macaroni to cook! Using pantry staples and leftovers, this recipe comes together so quickly and
- [Savory Pumpkin Cheddar Oat Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/savory-pumpkin-cheddar-oat-bread/) - A savory pumpkin quickbread with hints of fresh rosemary and white cheddar cheese, so lovely with a cup of tea or with soups, salads, or meats. #GlutenFree, #Hearthealthy #Pumpkin #Cholesterol #Vegetarian #Lowcarb
- [Apple Cranberry White Chocolate Oat Crumble](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apple-cranberry-white-chocolate-oat-crumble/) - This oatmeal crumble is packed full of apples, cranberries, and heart healthy oatmeal, but TASTES like a decadent fruity dessert. It's a lovely warm fruity crumble with a crunchy topping and a fruity sauce on the bottom. It makes for a quite healthy breakfast (or dessert for that matter!) because it's full of fruit, fiber, and
- [Omelet Avocado Toast](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/omelet-avocado-toast/) - Debating whether to have an omelet or avocado toast for breakfast? Why not have both? Make a cheesy omelet, put it on toast with avocado, then top with fresh juicy sweet garden tomatoes and everything bagel seasoning. If you're a fan of eggs, cheese, avocado and really good tomatoes, once you taste this, this easy
- [Golden Curry Paste](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/golden-curry-paste/) - Have you ever wanted a little curry magic you could pull out and add to whatever you have on hand to create an authentic, flavorful dish but without all the work? This beautiful golden curry paste has all the good curry flavors you crave and you can make it ahead and freeze it, then mix
- [Gemista with Tzatziki (Greek Stuffed Vegetables with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/gemista-with-tzatziki-greek-stuffed-vegetables-with-cucumber-yogurt-sauce/) - Peppers and tomatoes (or other veggies!) stuffed with a tasty rice and veggie stuffing laced with garlic, onion, Greek seasonings and pine nuts, then baked in olive oil. A dollop of creamy Tzatziki (Greek cucumber yogurt sauce) melts into the filling and really is the perfect finishing touch. You can add meat if desired. I've
- [Golden Fennel Caponata](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/golden-fennel-caponata/) - Sweet, sour, salty, and briny, caponata is a delightful dish that boldly wows your senses in the very first bite. In this recipe, I used sweet crunchy fennel stalks in place of the traditional celery, onions and garlic for a savory bite, briny little capers, sweet golden raisins to add a pop of sweetness along
- [Tuna & Corn Zoodle Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tuna-corn-zoodle-salad/) - with fresh basil, avocado & cherry tomatoes. This lovely crunchy salad is summertime simplicity at it's finest! If you've got fresh zucchini and leftover corn on the cob, this cool, refreshing salad comes together in a snap and makes the perfect light dinner or easy lunch option, especially if you're the kind that keeps tuna
- [Easy Claussen Style Pickles #Probiotics](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-claussen-style-pickles-probiotics/) - Satisfyingly crunchy fermented refrigerator pickles with lots of flavor that are SUPER easy to make! Full of healthy probiotics, these pickles are frankly a little addicting. I started out making two jars with some cucumbers that a friend gifted me from her garden, then when those pickles ran out WAY too quickly, I wanted more
- [Healthier Mini Monster Cookies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/healthier-mini-monster-cookies/) - A fun treat to serve your little monsters ... this healthier version of monster cookies includes peanut butter, whole wheat flour, oats, peanut flour and (surprise!) zucchini. Crispy on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside, with a good oat-y chew and nice bits of crunch from the added peanuts and candies, just like
- [Sesame Garlic Noodle Stir Fry](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sesame-garlic-noodle-stir-fry/) - You don't have to eat out to enjoy restaurant-quality Asian noodles! This easy, healthy Asian stir fry has all that noodle-y good flavor you crave and you can have it hot and fresh on the table in less time than it takes to get takeout (or worse yet, wait for delivery). Right next to rice,
- [Broccoli Tuna Pasta Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/broccoli-tuna-pasta-salad/) - Little noodles with crisp tender broccoli, tuna, celery, carrot, fresh fennel fronds (or dill) and a Greek yogurt based dressing makes a fast, fresh and fabulous summer salad that the whole family will LOVE! (Adapted from Tastes Better From Scratch) Sisters are Awesome I have my sister to thank for this recipe ... we all
- [Sparkling Strawberry Watermelon Peach Iced Tea](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sparkling-strawberry-watermelon-peach-iced-tea/) - Cool off with this fruity sparkling iced tea this summer ... it's got all the sensational summer fruit flavors in an herbal iced tea that you can make at home! Thanks to a concentrated brew and a little extra brewing time, you can add sparkle by mixing the tea concentrate with club soda or sparkling
- [Creole Fish w/Cilantro Pesto Slaw](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creole-fish-w-cilantro-pesto-slaw/) - Simplicity and fresh summer flavor at its best! Quick, flaky pan-fried fish laced with Creole seasonings and served with a side of crunchy cool cilantro pesto coleslaw, slices of fresh, rich, creamy avocado and creamy cilantro pesto aioli, this delightful dish satisfies all the senses and is a cinch to prepare ... plus it's low
- [Mushroom Asparagus Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-asparagus-salad/) - A stunning spring salad with LOTS of umami, including chive flowers, fresh dill, roasted mushrooms, asparagus and cauliflower, fresh cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado and a creamy homemade bacon dill ranch dressing (that you can easily make completely vegetarian!) Salad Inspiration I was inspired to make this salad by my friend Carole, who is a
- [Everything Bagel Norwegian Crisp Bread (Knekkebrød)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/everything-bagel-norwegian-crisp-bread-knekkebrod/) - A cracker-style bread laced loaded with whole grains, seeds and everything bagel seasoning, this crunchy bread from Norway makes a hearty, energy-boosting snack or the perfect foundation for open faced sandwiches, melts, eggs, and avocado toast. I first discovered Knekkebrød at Aldi, in one of their seasonal aisles where they feature interesting foods. I saw
- [Green Chile Cheese Eggplant Burgers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/green-chile-cheese-eggplant-burgers/) - Green chile & cheese are tucked INSIDE this healthy veggie burger to infuse that marvelous hatch green chile cheeseburger flavor into every bite. With dill pesto aioli, fresh tomato, red onion & guac, it's veggie burger heaven.
- [Bacon Tomato Jam](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-tomato-jam/) - A smoky bacon-y, sweet n salty tomato jam with bacon, tomato, onion and garlic, plus marvelous interminglings of worcestershire, mustard, a kiss of maple and a bit of Sriracha to give it a little dance on the tongue, this condiment is akin to ketchup, in a way, but way more complex and adaptable to your
- [Air Fryer Asparagus & Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/air-fryer-asparagus-mushrooms/) - Crisp tender roasted asparagus with a bit of crunch, tossed with juicy roasted baby bella mushrooms all done in the air fryer in less than 10 minutes! This lovely dish makes a beautiful side dish for steak, burgers, chicken, or fish ... or a beautiful, filling breakfast topped with a farm fresh egg and a
- [Irish Pub Cheese & Tips for Charcuterie Perfection](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-pub-cheese-tips-for-charcuterie-perfection/) - Pub cheese is an absolutely addictive cheese spread made with Irish cheddar cheese, a bit of Irish ale, a clove of garlic, some mustard and a few seasonings. Spread it on your favorite crackers or veggies, with toasted pita wedges or little toasts ... or use chunky pretzels as "dippers". This Irish Pub Cheese is
- [Air Fryer "Fried" Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/air-fryer-fried-mushrooms/) - Crispy "fried" mushrooms made in the air fryer in just a few minutes! Tender and juicy on the inside and crispy crunchy and flavorful on the outside, these "fried" mushrooms will win your heart. With gluten free and vegan options.
- [Beef & Lentil Shawarma Burger for #BurgerMonth](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/beef-lentil-shawarma-burger-for-burgermonth/) - Served on soft, thick pita bread with creamy cool tzatziki, juicy tomato, thin slices of red onion, crumbled feta and fresh cilantro, these Shawarma Beef & Lentil burgers are a Mediterranean dream! Lentils mixed with beef serve as the hearty base, using tasty lentils to stretch the meat and add flavor and fiber while the
- [Indian Chicken Korma](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/indian-chicken-korma/) - Tender chicken in a richly spiced, aromatic, uber creamy sauce, chicken korma is an Indian dish often saved for special occasions. Cousin to a curry, korma is less spicy than your typical curry and focuses on flavor more than heat, but you can kick up the heat to any level you desire. I was trying
- [Authentic Greek Tzatziki + 12 Great Ways to Enjoy It](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/authentic-greek-tzatziki-12-great-ways-to-enjoy-it/) - Tzatziki. Even if you don't recognize the name, if you've ever had a gyro, you've had tzatziki because it's the lovely, creamy, garlicky, amazing sauce that is spread on gyros everywhere. Now you can enjoy this rich, creamy Mediterranean sauce at home! With a little patience and a couple fairly standard kitchen tools, amazingly authentic,
- [Creamy Mushroom, Corn & Cabbage Casserole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-mushroom-corn-cabbage-casserole/) - A comforting side-dish casserole featuring ribbons of cabbage and sweet onion that look like noodles and sweet corn in an umami-rich mushroom-laden herb cream sauce, topped with toasted bread crumbs and cheese. It's a delightful way to actually ENJOY eating your veggies. You might even find that your brain embraces the cabbage as "noodles". While
- [Raspberry Cream Brownie Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/raspberry-cream-brownie-truffles/) - One of my girlfriends, when she tasted these truffles, told me (in a quiet voice so the "boys" wouldn't hear) that these truffles are almost better than sex. I laughed, and she said, "I'm serious!" ... since then, a couple of my other girlfriends have confirmed her opinion ... and I'm quite curious to see
- [Mary's Cinnamon Roll Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/marys-cinnamon-roll-cake/) - The delightful flavors of cinnamon rolls, but in a lovely buttery cake form! It starts with a simple made-from-scratch yellow cake batter, then you combine softened butter, sugar, and cinnamon and swirl that into the cake. The final step is to bake, drizzle with glaze and enjoy! My youngest asked for a cinnamon swirl cake
- [Pineapple Plank Grilled Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pineapple-plank-grilled-salmon/) - Fresh salmon, seasoned to perfection and grilled on a pineapple "plank" for a juicy, tender flake, topped with a fresh juicy strawberry pineapple salsa with cilantro, jalapeno and cool creamy avocado. Click for the recipe!
- [Cheesy Corned Beef & Avocado Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-corned-beef-venison-bites/) - The perfect little 6-ingredient snack bites, starting with salty spiced corned beef on a woven wheat cracker, melted Irish cheese, smashed avocado and sweet juicy tomatoes, sprinkled with Everything Bagel Seasoning. They not only look pretty, they taste delicious! Perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer to guests. I finally took a small departure
- [Overnight Breakfast Enchiladas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/overnight-breakfast-enchiladas/) - Who needs bacon and eggs when you can have breakfast enchiladas? These delightful overnight breakfast enchiladas feature scrambled eggs, seasoned pinto beans and sweet corn (along with a healthy portion of other veggies) tucked into soft corn tortillas, smothered with enchilada sauce and cheese. Assemble them the night before and when you wake up, toss
- [Chicken Artichoke Avocado Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-artichoke-avocado-salad/) - with creamy feta artichoke dressing Crunchy chicken with creamy avocado and tangy artichokes on a bed of crunchy salad mix with juicy sweet tomatoes, chopped smokehouse almonds and fresh basil, with crumbled marinated feta and a creamy feta artichoke dressing. Spring speaks to me in flowers, green leaves ... and salads. I made this salad
- [Easy Delicious Homemade Refried Beans](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-delicious-homemade-refried-beans/) - The most amazingly creamy wonderfully flavored refried beans made at home in just 5 minutes (if you have cooked beans on hand). Seriously, these refried beans taste just as good or better than your favorite Mexican restaurant, but you can make them at home for a little bit of nothing! If you're starting from scratch
- [Pineapple Crunch Chopped Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pineapple-crunch-chopped-salad/) - A vibrant crunchy salad with a creamy lemon avocado ginger dressing featuring so many beautiful colors and sweet juicy bursts of fresh pineapple! Topped with a bit of crumbled marinated feta and toasted walnuts, this heart healthy salad is a definitely palate pleaser with a serious crunch factor that's perfect as a light lunch or
- [Funky Monkey Energy Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/funky-monkey-energy-bites/) - Banana, peanut butter and chocolate are a great combination, but especially so when they come together in these healthy sweet little no bake energy bites! Perfect for popping in your mouth whenever you need a little energy boost (or help keeping your digestive system moving along), these little bites are perfectly gluten free and they
- [Irish Chicken Colcannon Cottage Pie for Two](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-chicken-colcannon-cottage-pie-for-two/) - This hearty cottage pie recipe for two is a hot, healthy, comforting dish. It's a mixture of simple flavors and colors that tastes so cozy, starting with leftover shredded chicken in a nice garlic herb chicken gravy with onion, celery, carrots, peas, brussels sprouts and a bit of sweet pepper, then topped with Irish mashed
- [Easy Quinoa Pizza Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-quinoa-pizza-crust/) - Quinoa makes a nice gluten free foundation for a pizza when you first soften it up a bit by soaking in water, then blend with garlic, olive oil and Italian seasoning. After baking, you end up with a sturdy, gluten free crust that has a light crunch on the bottom. Rich in protein and fiber,
- [Seared Scallops with Butternut and Peas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/seared-scallops-with-butternut-and-peas/) - This elegant, healthy meal is one you can make for an easy weeknight (or date night) dinner for two, or an impressive meal to serve to company, or simply make it for yourself (because you deserve it!) This recipe has a little pandemic story behind it ... I went to Aldi to get groceries. Mask
- [Air Fryer Tostada Shells & 23+ Tasty Tostada Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/air-fryer-tostada-shells-23-tasty-tostada-recipes/) - Super crunchy, hot and fresh crisp tostada shells are super easy to make in the air fryer in just 8 minutes! While the air fryer is cooking up the hot fresh shells, get all your yummy tostada toppings ready ... then go to town topping your tostada to your heart's delight. What's so great about
- [Shrimp & Andouille Voodoo Pasta](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-andouille-voodoo-pasta/) - This is the kind of pasta you might order at a stellar Cajun restaurant: sauteed mushrooms, peppers, onion and garlic, with spicy andouille sausage and shrimp on a bed of pasta, bathed in a creamy cheesy good Cajun cream sauce. I remember ordering something very much like this at an excellent restaurant down near Louisiana
- [Honey Peanut Butter Oat Cookies #OurHearts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-peanut-butter-oat-cookies-ourhearts/) - Soft, chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies sweetened with honey and banana and laced with dark chocolate chips, these cookies will win over your heart in more ways than one. Because these yummy peanut butter cookies are chock full of heart healthy ingredients, these cookies are actually GOOD for your heart! February is American Heart Month.
- [Creole Mushroom Barley Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creole-mushroom-barley-soup/) - Bold creole seasonings add spunk and pizzazz to a down-home hearty good soup with the earthy umami of mushrooms and chewy barley along with a whole team of good vegetables. You'll find, of course, the creole trifecta: celery, peppers and onions, teamed up with tomatoes, carrots and cauliflower. The barley not only adds a chewy
- [Chicken Apple Delicata Squash Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-apple-delicata-squash-salad/) - Sweet, tender roasted delicata squash with crunchy apples and chicken over a bed of greens, topped with crumbled goat cheese and crunchy pepitas, then drizzled with a maple dijon white wine vinaigrette, this delightful salad is a satisfying meal full of lovely contrasting flavors and colors. Since this meal in a salad bowl uses hardy
- [Soft Sourdough Gyro Pita Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-sourdough-gyro-pita-bread/) - Soft, thick, pliable, bendable pita bread that's absolutely perfect for a gyro sandwich! This is not your pocket-style pita bread ... this pita bread is the thicker cousin to that, those lovely thicker, soft tender flatbreads that good Greek restaurants use to wrap their flavorful gyro meat in, with a good schmear of tzatziki sauce,
- [Butternut Broccoli Breakfast Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-broccoli-breakfast-quinoa/) - Sweet and savory come together in this delightful breakfast quinoa featuring soft, warm, sweet maple herb caramelized butternut squash, crisp-tender broccoli, nutty chewy quinoa, creamy, salty feta and whatever style egg suits your fancy. With all these lovely textures and flavors going on, this is a totally sensory satisfying meal, yet it's also gluten free,
- [Layered Lasagna-Style Veggie Bake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/layered-lasagna-style-veggie-bake/) - Yes, you can have a comforting cheesy good lasagna for dinner AND be all gluten free and healthy and low-carb too! This easy recipe swaps out the noodles for veggies (primarily cauliflower) yet incorporates all the cheesy goodness you expect from a real lasagna. I've been meaning to blog this lasagna recipe since Christmas, can
- [Pan-Seared Tenderloin w/Blue Cheese Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pan-seared-tenderloin-w-blue-cheese-sauce/) - Savory pan-seared tenderloin lightly seasoned, browned on the outside yet tender and juicy in the middle with a creamy, decadent garlic white wine blue cheese sauce, it's a meal special enough for company, but quick and easy enough for a weeknight meal. I know most Americans (aside from the vegans and vegetarians) eat meat at
- [Maple Cherry Galette with Ginger Frangipane](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-cherry-galette-with-ginger-frangipane/) - Highly adapted from A Beautiful Plate Tart cherries in a thick and lovely brandied maple sauce over a beautiful sweet almond mixture with candied ginger (the frangipane) make for a stellar, almost sexy, yet really quite easy, dessert. I found this gorgeous rhubarb galette (rustic pie) recipe from A Beautiful Plate a couple months ago and I've had
- [20+ Top Posts & Recipes of 2020](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/20-top-posts-recipes-of-2020/) - At the beginning of a new year, I always like to look back over the past year and reflect on what happened, what made that year special, what new adventures or flavors did I explore? With the pandemic, 2020 was tough on many fronts for so many people, but it was also the year of
- [Pumpkin Apple Oat Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-apple-oat-muffins/) - Moist, tender muffins loaded with pumpkin, warm cozy spices and a bit of apple, with bits of dried cranberry and walnuts, these muffins are super healthy, but they taste so lovely, it feels like eating cake for breakfast!
- [Mini Honey Pecan Pies for Two](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mini-honey-pecan-pies-for-two/) - Everything you love about pecan pie in cute little mini size, sized perfectly for two and sweetened with brown sugar and honey. These adorable mini pies have all the ooey gooey rich, decadent sweetness you expect from pecan pie!
- [Cheesy Sausage & Apple Quinoa Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-sausage-apple-quinoa-bites/) - Savory little bites with 3 cheeses, sausage and egg with a hint of apple; like a portable, bite size egg bake! Just 74 calories each, they're perfect for snacking, brunch or whenever hunger strikes. #GlutenFree #HeartHealthy
- [Cranberry Lemon Ricotta Cookies (Sugar Free)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-lemon-ricotta-cookies-sugar-free/) - Light puffy sugar free ricotta almond cookies are laced with lemon, with little bits of festive red cranberries and a creamy lemon cream cheese frosting. Like little clouds, so soft and delicate! #lowcarb #diabetic
- [Over 70 Last Minute Holiday Goodies & Gifts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/over-70-last-minute-holiday-goodies-gifts/) - Christmas is just around the corner--do you have gifts for everyone on your list? No worries, I've gathered up over 70 homemade holiday goodies and gifts you can make at home. Spread a little extra love this year!
- [Giada's Baked Penne with Squash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/giadas-baked-penne-with-squash/) - Super decadent, creamy and cheesy with a crunchy topping, this baked penne with squash, turkey and broccoli is so luxurious. Lightened up from Giada's original recipe but still amazing. You're going to love every bite.
- [Honey Apple Whiskey](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-apple-whiskey/) - Lightly sweet with a warm cozy apple flavor, this honey apple whiskey has notes of cinnamon, vanilla, ginger and cloves. It's the perfect libation for sipping or cocktails, plus it makes a great gift for the adults on your list!
- [White "Chicken" Chili](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/white-chicken-chili/) - With white beans, lentils, cashews AND cream cheese, sweet & hot peppers, corn, onions & garlic, this white chicken chili is super creamy with a kick! It's the perfect thing to make with leftover chicken or turkey.
- [Pineapple Red Wine Cranberry Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pineapple-red-wine-cranberry-sauce/) - A fruity tart-sweet cranberry sauce loaded with lots of crushed pineapple that makes a turkey feast SO much more enjoyable. Made in the microwave, this amazing cranberry sauce couldn't be any simpler. Even picky eaters love it!
- [Steak & Pepper Stuffed Delicata Squash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/steak-pepper-stuffed-delicata-squash/) - Transform leftover steak into a beautiful, full balanced meal! Sauteed peppers, onion, mushrooms, & cheese mixed with rice or quinoa, tomatoes and steak, stuffed into a sweet delicata squash shell. You're going to love it.
- [Philly Cheesesteak Style French Dips](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/philly-cheesesteak-style-french-dips/) - A French Dip Sandwich with a Philly Cheesesteak twist! The meat is pressure/slow cooked with onions & peppers in a savory broth, sliced thin & smothered w/caramelized onions, peppers, mushrooms and melted cheese. What's not to love?
- [Georgia Peach Cobbler for Two](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/georgia-peach-cobbler-for-two/) - Saucy sweet peach filling laced with bourbon, vanilla & cinnamon, with a buttery brown sugar whole wheat biscuit topping that's crunchy on top yet soft & tender underneath, this decadent peach cobbler is perfectly portioned for two.
- [Creamy Cashew Enchilada Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-cashew-enchilada-sauce/) - Red or green? Choose your color for this creamy zesty enchilada sauce. For red: a mix of sweet & spicy red peppers and ripe, red tomatoes ... or for green, green peppers, jalapenos w/green tomatoes or tomatillos. You'll love the results!
- [Garlic Fennel Shrimp](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garlic-fennel-shrimp/) - Creamy garlicky fennel shrimp with a hint of lemon and that enticing savory anise scent from fennel fronds (the lovely green frilly tops). Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy dish will seriously wow your tastebuds.
- [Harvest Spaghetti Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/harvest-spaghetti-pie/) - A comforting dish of spaghetti made into the crust of a pie with a hearty, healthy filling and melty cheese on top, this cozy spaghetti pie makes the most of your garden harvest and delivers delicious to your table.
- [Zucchini Apple Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-apple-bread/) - Tender, moist, lightly sweetened zucchini bread with the delightful flavor of autumn apples and crunchy walnuts, this zucchini apple bread is high in fiber, has a nice apple flavor and a lovely crumb. w/Gluten free and vegan options
- [Creamy Cucumber Fennel Salad Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-cucumber-fennel-salad-dressing/) - Thick, creamy dressing with the fresh flavor of cucumber, lemon, garlic and the bright intense flavor of fennel, this salad dressing is perfect for salads, roasted veggies, potatoes, salmon (or other fish), chicken, turkey or pork.
- [Lemon Fennel Grilled Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-fennel-grilled-salmon/) - The frilly green tops of fennel are amazing on grilled salmon, with a creamy cucumber fennel sauce drizzle and a side of garlic fennel potatoes and zucchini, it's a delightful meal for date night or any occasion. Click for the recipe!
- [Crusty Sourdough French Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crusty-sourdough-french-rolls/) - Adapted from Dinner, then Dessert Puffy and soft on the inside with a nice crunchy crust on the outside like a French baguette, these French rolls are delightful for serving with dinner but they're also perfect for sandwiches or burgers. My kids really really love good crusty French bread and until I stumbled across this
- [Tasty Lentil Tacos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tasty-lentil-tacos/) - Hearty lentils step in for the "meat" in these tacos! Perfectly seasoned, hearty and filling, these budget-friendly, plant-based tacos are so good, even the meat eaters will love them. Click for the recipe.
- [Sweet Buttery Sourdough Crescent Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sweet-buttery-sourdough-crescent-rolls/) - Ditch the canned crescent dough! These sourdough crescent rolls are perfectly soft, puffy, sweet and buttery ... SO much better than the canned stuff! (And so much better for your health.) Click for the recipe!
- [Artisan Sourdough Sandwich Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/artisan-sourdough-sandwich-bread/) - The easy, foolprooth path to lovely sourdough sandwich bread. Making sourdough bread can be quite an involved and very complicated process ... or it can be really quite simple. I've tried both methods. When I used the long, complicated process, sometimes there was success, and then other times my bread just sucked (in our picky
- [Sourdough Pizza Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sourdough-pizza-crust/) - Crunchy on the bottom, soft & chewy in the middle, seasoned with Italian Seasoning and garlic, this pizza crust will become your go-to pizza crust recipe. This versatile crust that can be as thick or thin as you like it. Click now!
- [Sourdough Mini Garlic Naan](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sourdough-mini-garlic-naan/) - Garlicky buttery little puffs of dough that are perfect for dipping, alongside a cozy bowl of soup or for soaking up the sauces from a juicy meal. Click for the recipe!
- [Dad's No-Knead Sourdough French Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dads-no-knead-sourdough-french-bread/) - My dad's whole wheat sourdough bread has a beautiful open crumb, a nice chewy crust and requires no kneading at all. This rustic sourdough French bread is so simple to make! What's the secret? Simply time.
- [Top 16 Sumptuous Recipes of 2016](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/top-16-sumptuous-recipes-of-2016/) - Happy New Year, my dear foodie friends! 2017 has begun ... at the beginning of a new year, I always like to take a few moments to look back on the favorite recipes from the previous year. What recipes did people visit the most in 2016? Here's a countdown of the 16 best loved recipes on my blog from
- [Peanut Butter Pumpkin Energy Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-pumpkin-energy-bites/) - Scrumptious little peanut buttery energy bites with real pumpkin, autumn spices, craisins and pepitas, sweetened naturally with maple syrup. Full of fiber and protein, these easy no-bake bites provide long-lasting energy.
- [Fennel Frond Pesto + 15 Yummy Ways to Use it](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fennel-frond-pesto-15-yummy-ways-to-use-it/) - Don't toss the fennel tops! Make them into fennel frond pesto, a vibrant green pesto with a bright, lemony anise flavor to add fabulous flavor to your dishes. Includes 15 recipes for using your new favorite pesto.
- [Mediterranean Crab Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mediterranean-crab-dip/) - Crab meat joins in with a bit of onion, sweet, pepper, celery, cream cheese and Greek yogurt to create a creamy, delightful dip with the addition of a couple essential Mediterranean staples. Click for the recipe!
- [Easy Eggplant Chicken Parmesan](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-eggplant-chicken-parmesan/) - Trying to decide between eggplant or chicken parmesan for dinner? Why not have both! Easy eggplant chicken parmesan provides a satisfying crunchy chicken plus a tender juicy eggplant “steak”, topped with saucy melted cheesy goodness.
- [Honey Oat Zucchini Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-oat-zucchini-bread/) - A tender, delightful naturally sweetened zucchini bread with no added refined sugar! Greek yogurt steps in to add protein & reduce oil. Honey infused, heart healthy, high fiber bread w/a lovely scent, crumb and texture.
- [Zucchini Chickpea Fritters](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-chickpea-fritters/) - Crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these savory little zucchini chickpea fritters are totally addictive and full of delicious cheesy garlic flavor. Enjoy them plain, w/dipping sauce or as the base for a sandwich.
- [Lemon Cheesecake Bars w/Strawberry Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-cheesecake-bars-w-strawberry-sauce/) - Luscious lemon cheesecake bars with a crunchy, sturdy shortbread cookie crust, drizzled with a lightly sweet strawberry sauce to counter the acidity of the lemon, these bars are an indulgent little piece of heaven.
- [Walnut Crusted Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/walnut-crusted-salmon/) - Walnut Crusted Salmon ~ Baked salmon with a sweet crunchy topping ~ less than 30 minutes & just 6 ingredients! So easy, so elegant, and so healthy, you'll want this sweet, crunchy salmon again and again. Click for the recipe!
- [Yum Yum Kani Crab Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/yum-yum-kani-crab-salad/) - Only 5 ingredients to a scrumptious crab salad! The perfect blend of crunchy and creamy textures, with notes of sweet, salty, spicy and savory flavors, this Japanese Kani salad is a delight for the senses. Click for the recipe.
- [Basil Au Gratin Zucchini Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/basil-au-gratin-zucchini-bites/) - Crunchy, cheesy, and EASY, these Basil Au Gratin Zucchini bites take just 6 ingredients and will have you happily munching up your excess zucchini in no time. Click for the recipe plus 11 fun dipping sauce ideas.
- [Zucchini Chickpea Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-chickpea-salad/) - Crunchy fresh zucchini with tender, creamy chickpeas, fresh sweet tomatoes and red onion with a lovely light lemon dill vinaigrette and crumbled feta, this protein-rich salad might just become your favorite summer salad!
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-cobbler-cake/) - Tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries together with an addictive, crunchy buttery cookie-like "cake" that envelopes the fruit. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top, it's a little piece of heaven. Click for the recipe!
- [Shrimp & Smoked Salmon Sushi Bowl](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-smoked-salmon-sushi-bowl/) - All the delicious flavors of sushi in an easy bowl! My friend Jon (who is Asian) calls this "bachelor sushi" ... he tells me the way he makes sushi at home is just to throw it all in a bowl. Sometimes if he's making sushi for a crowd, he just fills a cake pan with sushi ingredients.
- [Maple Jerk Salmon with Cucumber Melon Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-jerk-salmon-with-cucumber-melon-salsa/) - Juicy, sweet and sassy maple crusted salmon seasoned with Caribbean jerk spices, topped with a cool, crisp minted cucumber melon salsa, along with tips for achieving perfection when oven roasting salmon. Click for the recipe!
- [Smoky Lemon Roasted Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-lemon-roasted-salmon/) - with Lemon Tahini Yogurt Sauce. I like to enjoy this beautiful hunk of fish on a bed of spinach leaves with fresh tomatoes, marinated feta and vidalia onions. My daughter prefers her salmon with Basmati rice with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of parsley. My kids and I make a trip to the
- [Asparagus & Cheese Salmon Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asparagus-cheese-salmon-rolls/) - Asparagus spears stuffed into a rolled salmon fillet with a lovely garlic herb cheese filling tucked inside, this is a quick elegant meal perfect for date night, dinner parties, or just a nice easy meal for one that tastes amazing.
- [Sweet Ginger Sesame Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sweet-ginger-sesame-salmon/) - A flavorful sweet and savory citrus ginger salmon that is so easy to prepare! This delightful dish comes together in minutes but is so impressive. The sweet ginger carrot sauce makes all the difference. Click to learn more
- [Magic Greek Zucchini Casserole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/magic-greek-zucchini-casserole/) - A meaty summer casserole with enticing Mediterranean flavors, this casserole starts with zucchini and uncooked quinoa (or rice), a richly spiced meaty tomato sauce, a thick fluffy layer of cheesy goodness and a bit of zucchini magic!
- [Irish Whiskey Roasted Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-whiskey-roasted-salmon/) - Marinate salmon in Irish whiskey with a bit of lemon zest, honey, garlic and thyme for a marvelous flavor, texture and a beautiful glazed look. This heart-healthy meal is the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! #StPatricksDay
- [Spinach Ricotta Dumplings](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-ricotta-dumplings/) - The vibrant flavors of summer spinach, cheese and garlic come together in a soft, tender, comforting dumpling that pairs perfectly with your favorite marinara or Italian meat sauce. Made with whole grains (with gluten free options). Adapted from Cultures for Health Do you ever stumble across a recipe while you're browsing on your phone and
- [Strawberry Basil Glazed Salmon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-basil-glazed-salmon/) - You've never tasted salmon like this! A sweet and savory sauce made with fresh strawberries, maple syrup, dijon mustard, onion, garlic, olive oil and fresh basil seals in the juices of the salmon for a lovely light summer meal.
- [Cheesy Chicken Flautas (Baked or Fried)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-chicken-flautas-baked-or-fried/) - Homemade restaurant-quality, crunchy Mexican flautas stuffed with so many flavors and cheesy chicken goodness. Skip the frozen aisle at the grocery store and make THESE instead! They freeze and reheat beautifully.
- [Basil Chive Cucumber & Corn Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/basil-chive-cucumber-corn-salad/) - Fresh sweet corn and crunchy cucumbers with the lively taste of basil and chives and just a touch of mayo makes for the perfect summer salad that everyone will love! It's so easy to toss together too. Click here for the recipe.
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-crumble-bars/) - A dessert everyone will love, with a heart healthy twist! These strawberry rhubarb crumble bars have a delicate buttery crust, a rich, vibrant fruity filling and more crumbly goodness on top plus toasted pecans.
- [Pesto Rosso Roasted Asparagus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pesto-rosso-roasted-asparagus/) - With only 3 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes, this roasted asparagus laced with the umami of sun dried tomato pesto is a superbly simple yet amazing flavor sensation that you'll want to make again and again.
- [Saucy Citrus Shrimp](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/saucy-citrus-shrimp/) - Fresh squeezed orange and lemon juice with garlic, onion, tomatoes, seasonings and olive oil make a dreamy sauce for the shrimp to bathe in. Using fresh caught or frozen shrimp, you can have this delight on the table in 20 min!
- [Sun-dried Tomato Spinach Balls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sun-dried-tomato-spinach-balls/) - Savory bite-size spinach balls flavored with garlic, cheese, basil and sun-dried tomato pesto. Dipped in your choice of dipping sauces, they are the perfect healthy appetizer or snack! Click for the recipe.
- [Whipped Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/whipped-strawberry-cheesecake-ice-cream/) - The goodness of strawberry cheesecake in ice cream form, lightened up, but still just as luscious and creamy. Whipping the cream adds pockets of air to the ice cream, which helps it stay softer for a little longer.
- [Irish Pea Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-pea-salad/) - Earthy green peas, crunchy sweet onion, sweet peppers & creamy Irish cheese with a delightful herbed yogurt mayo dressing, this salad is so easy and makes an excellent portable picnic salad that everyone will rave about.
- [Dark Chocolate Oatmeal w/Strawberries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dark-chocolate-oatmeal-w-strawberries/) - Who doesn't love chocolate for breakfast? This dark chocolate oatmeal with fresh strawberries and pecans tastes decadent, satisfies your appetite & chocolate cravings in a heart healthy, gluten free, delightful breakfast.
- [Seafood & Asparagus Baked Brown Rice Risotto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/seafood-asparagus-baked-brown-rice-risotto/) - With mixed seafood, crisp tender asparagus, herbs, mushrooms and cheese, this Italian-style baked brown rice risotto is super creamy, comforting, healthy and delightful. Click to discover the trick to make this!
- [{Copycat} Schlotzky's Original Sandwich](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/copycat-schlotzkys-original-sandwich/) - Adapted from Food.com and Texas Cookin' A looong, long time ago, I made a Shlotzky's Original Sandwich recipe (making the bread dough in my bread machine) and the result was soooo good, you almost couldn't tell it was made at home. That was way before I was a food blogger, back before I had kids,
- [Moroccan Lamb & Chickpea Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/moroccan-lamb-chickpea-stew/) - Warm, aromatic Moroccan spices add depth of flavor to this cozy lamb & chickpea stew. Onion, garlic, zucchini, potato, carrots and tomato step in w/dried apricot for a hint of sweetness to perfectly counter the rich, savory flavors.
- [Spinach Guacamole & 50+ recipes to go with it](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-guacamole-50-recipes-to-go-with-it/) - A vibrant, garlicky green guacamole that's silky smooth and so perfect for dipping or serving atop your favorite Mexican foods. Plus over 50 AH-MAZING Mexican recipes to go with it! Click now for ALL the fabulous recipes.
- [Sourdough Runzas (aka Bierocks) + Runza Party tips](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sourdough-runzas-aka-bierocks-runza-party-tips/) - A sourdough version of the famous pocket Runza® pocket beefy sandwiches that are a must-try in Nebraska, along with tips for hosting a Runza party and loads of fun topping and sauce options to up your Runza game.
- [Smoky Romesco Sauce {Gluten Free & Whole30}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-romesco-sauce-gluten-free-whole30/) - This smoky Spanish Romesco sauce uses almonds in place of the traditional breadcrumbs, but the flavor is spot on! If you've never experienced Romesco, you'll fall in love at first bite. Click for the recipe now.
- [The Premier Spice Mix: Ras El Hanout](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-premier-spice-mix-ras-el-hanout/) - A complex, aromatic and totally enticing spice blend from Morocco, Ras El Hanout can add SO much flavor to your cooking! Easy recipe for mixing your own blend + 19 delightful ways to use it in main dishes, sides and desserts
- [Parmesan Almond Crusted Bass](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/parmesan-almond-crusted-bass/) - Seasoned with fresh herbs with a lovely crunchy nutty coating and a cheesy Parmesan undertone, this oven "fried" whitefish with balsamic tartar sauce is so easy and delicious! Click now for the recipe.
- [Skillet Zucchini & Tomatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/skillet-zucchini-tomatoes/) - A simple skillet zucchini dish that takes advantage of fresh summer produce. Serve this versatile Italian-style stir fry as a side or as a plant-based main dish over a bed of cheesy rice, quinoa or pasta.
- [Modern Taco Stuffed Potatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/modern-taco-stuffed-potatoes/) - Baked Potatoes topped with taco meat, seasoned beans, then smothered in chipotle cheese sauce with chopped onion, peppers, tomatoes, avocado and Sriracha ranch and YES! a few crushed nacho cheese Doritos for crunch.
- [French Raspberry Custard for Two](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/french-raspberry-custard-for-two/) - A simple, rustic, soft and lovely French raspberry custard (aka, clafoutis or flaugnarde) just for two, naturally sweetened. So easy to make! A perfect dessert for Mom on Mother's Day or for a special "date night" at home.
- [Spinach Mushroom Blue Cheese Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-blue-cheese-salad/) - A delightful, hearty, meatless umami salad w/garlic butter sauteed mushrooms, hard boiled eggs, crunchy croutons, red onions, blue cheese & maple garlic roasted tomatoes. Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing and dig in!
- [Buttery Belgian Waffles for a Vertical Waffle Maker](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buttery-belgian-waffles-for-a-vertical-waffle-maker/) - If you have a vertical waffle maker, you need to adjust the recipe to make it work. This recipe provides perfect buttery waffles with just the right bit of buttery crunch, adjusted for the vertical waffle maker. Click for the recipe!
- [Double Mushroom Cheeseburgers #BurgerMonth](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/double-mushroom-cheeseburgers-burgermonth/) - Garlic red wine sauteed mushrooms are hiding inside, then topped with more sauteed mushrooms, melty swiss cheese, caramelized onions & tangy sweet BBQ sauce, these juicy burgers are a little taste of heaven for any mushroom lover.
- [Homemade Spreadable Butter](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/homemade-spreadable-butter/) - Forget to pick up spreadable butter when you went to the store? No need to go out again ... if you've got butter and oil at home, you can make it yourself! No "hidden" ingredients. PLUS 24 yummy bread recipes - 12 w no yeast
- [Leftover Biscuit Apple Cobbler](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/leftover-biscuit-apple-cobbler/) - Don't throw away those leftover biscuits! You can make them into a delightful, cozy apple cobbler in just 30 minutes. Add in some caramels and nuts for extra goodness. Click for the easy recipe.
- [Super Fun and Spooky Halloween Foods](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/super-fun-and-spooky-halloween-foods/) - One of my friends is having a Halloween party, and was asking if we had seen any good Halloween food recipes they could serve at the party. Oh boy have I seen some good ones in the blogosphere! Here are some of the best ideas I've seen out there ... it was so much fun
- [Homemade Egg Roll Wrappers + 23 Scrumptious Ways to Use Them](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/homemade-egg-roll-wrappers-23-scrumptious-ways-to-use-them/) - Craving egg rolls, but don't have any wrappers on hand? With just four ingredients and a little time and effort, you can make them at home! Step by step recipe + 23 scrumptious recipes for using your homemade egg roll wrappers.
- [Cherry Almond Clafouti](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-almond-clafouti/) - A sweet baked French custard loaded with cherries and laced with berry liqueur for a delightful, easy dessert.
- [Pesto Farro Stuffed Butternut Squash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pesto-farro-stuffed-butternut-squash/) - Creamy garlic pesto tossed with chewy farro, cauliflower, sweet peppers, spinach and cheese, stuffed into a sweet roasted butternut squash, this dish is not only budget friendly, it's beautiful, comforting, satisfying and healthy.
- [(Copycat) Wendy's Broccoli Cheese Baked Potato](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/copycat-wendys-broccoli-cheese-baked-potato/) - Skip the drive through and make this favorite at home! Luscious homemade cheese sauce (with a secret hidden ingredient) over crisp tender broccoli on a tender baked potato, these broccoli cheese potatoes are super comforting.
- [Cashew Ranch w/Pantry Ingredients](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cashew-ranch-w-pantry-ingredients/) - Super rich and creamy ranch dressing with no eggs, no dairy and no mayo! Made with pantry ingredients, this easy, fool-proof dressing/dip is ready in minutes. #Pantry #Vegan #HeartHealthy #GlutenFree #AllergyFriendly
- [Maple Garlic Roasted Tomatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-garlic-roasted-tomatoes/) - Addictively sweet with a little garlic bite, these maple garlic roasted tomatoes add a bright punch to salads, pizza, burgers, rice, pasta, soups, seafood, chicken, pork, veggies and even nachos! Use them on just about anything.
- [Leftover Biscuit Croutons](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/leftover-biscuit-croutons/) - Make the best of your leftover biscuits by turning them into crunchy, garlicky croutons great for snacks, salads, soups or even a tasty stuffing. These homemade croutons are just as good as restaurant croutons and so easy to make!
- [Maple Blackberry Baked Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-blackberry-baked-oatmeal/) - Loaded with big, juicy blackberries and crunchy walnuts with warm spices, this luscious baked oatmeal definitely feels more like dessert than it does breakfast. Topped with whipped cream, it tastes decadent, but it's healthy!
- [Colcannon Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/colcannon-pizza/) - Comfort food at its best, this Colcannon pizza starts with a crunchy thin pizza crust topped with a thin schmear of the beloved Irish mashed potato/cabbage dish, topped with Irish cheese, bacon, tomatoes, onions and a drizzle of ranch.
- [Lively Lemon Cake Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lively-lemon-cake-bars/) - Bursting with loads of lemon flavor, this rich, soft, dense buttery cake bar is crowned with a light coating of lemon cream cheese frosting for the perfect little lemony sweet treat. Click for the recipe!
- [Irish Butter & Bacon Braised Cabbage](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-butter-bacon-braised-cabbage/) - Humble cabbage is elevated to "wow" status with the simple addition of butter, a little bacon and onion. Just a few ingredients and about 15 minutes is all you need to make this comforting side dish. You're going to love the results!
- [Sunflower Dill Pesto Roasted Asparagus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sunflower-dill-pesto-roasted-asparagus/) - A delightfully dilly roasted asparagus that both looks and tastes like spring, this is the perfect side dish equally at home at your family table on a busy weeknight, yet elegant enough for a romantic meal or even Easter dinner.
- [Buffalo Chickpea Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buffalo-chickpea-pizza/) - A thick spread of creamy buffalo hummus over a thin, crispy pizza crust topped with spinach, celery, buffalo-seasoned chickpeas, celery, sweet peppers, red onion, topped with mozzarella, some crumbled blue cheese and a lovely drizzle of ranch, this vegetarian pizza has a nice buffalo kick with plenty of crunch and creamy goodness. I thought a
- [Mandarin Chicken Avocado Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mandarin-chicken-avocado-salad/) - Shredded Asian peanut chicken with mandarin oranges, avocado, sweet peppers and onions, sunflower seeds and cilantro over greens with an Asian Ginger Peanut Dressing, this meal-sized salad will satisfy all your senses. Click for the recipe!
- [Creole Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creole-seafood-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Juicy little bites of Creole goodness, these mushrooms are stuffed with both crab and crawfish along with the trinity of onions, peppers and mushrooms in a creamy Creole sauce with a bit of melty cheese on top. Click for the recipe! #MardiGras
- [Spinach Mushroom Breakfast Skillet](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-breakfast-skillet/) - Sauteed mushrooms with wilted spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic and an egg cooked to your own perfection, this quick breakfast skillet is full of plant-based goodness AND it's fast, hearty, healthy and delicious. #GlutenFree
- [Jack Daniel's Carrot Cake w Heavenly Frosting](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/jack-daniels-carrot-cake-w-heavenly-frosting/) - The most amazing carrot cake starts with Jack Daniels and it's topped with a heavenly frosting (that incidentally, has a splash of Jack in it) ... straight from the heart of Tennessee, you'll love this spiked carrot cake.
- [Whole Wheat Cracker Thin Pizza Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/whole-wheat-cracker-thin-pizza-crust/) - A super thin, super crisp cracker-style pizza crust made from 100% whole wheat! Pile on the toppings because this sturdy pizza crust can handle it. Plus 7 homemade pizza sauces and 16 creative ideas for topping your pizza.
- [IP Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ip-peanut-chicken-lettuce-wraps/) - All the delicious Asian ginger garlic flavor you expect from a 5-star restaurant, but made at home from FROZEN chicken in a pressure cooker. Make extra sauce because you'll want to have it on hand ... it's so good!
- [Buffalo Hummus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buffalo-hummus/) - A hummus that's a total game changer. The perfect dip for the big game, this buffalo hummus has all the creamy garlicky goodness you expect from hummus, but with the fiery kick of buffalo sauce. Who needs wings when they can have THIS?
- [Sherried Sea Scallops w Mushrooms & Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sherried-sea-scallops-w-mushrooms-peppers/) - An easy 30-minute dinner that is healthy, sensuous and delicious! With sauteed mushrooms, onion, garlic, sweet peppers, peas and sumptuous sea scallops, this dish is perfect for a romantic evening or just for you.
- [Butternut Black Bean Cauliflower Nachos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-black-bean-cauliflower-nachos/) - Roasted butternut squash, black beans, and chopped peppers over crispy roasted cauliflower with melty mozzarella cheese, these low-carb, plant-based cauliflower nachos are so satisfying you won't miss the chips!
- [One Bowl Fudgy Butternut Brownies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/one-bowl-fudgy-butternut-brownies/) - Super rich, fudgy dark chocolate brownies with a dense, decadent, smooth texture & a hint of butternut and spice. The texture is a little reminiscent of pumpkin pie, but still brownie-like, resulting in a satisfying healthier treat.
- [One-Pan Chicken & Wild Rice Stuffing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-wild-rice-stuffing/) - Seasoned roasted chicken over a bed of wild rice stuffing that includes fresh mushrooms, celery, onion, garlic, seasonings and spinach, this one-pan meal is a delight to enjoy any time of year. Click for the easy recipe and enjoy!
- [Cauliflower Polenta](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cauliflower-polenta/) - Comfort food to warm your soul! This cauliflower polenta is a creamy hot bowl of goodness, plus it's light in calories, carbs & packed with nutrients, so you can enjoy without guilt. Gluten free too! Click for the easy recipe.
- [32 Stellar Breakfasts to Lower Cholesterol](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/32-stellar-breakfasts-to-lower-cholesterol/) - If you're on a mission to lower your cholesterol, your diet plays a BIG part! Visit this post to find 32 delightful, heart healthy, beautiful and flavorful breakfast recipes to get you started on the right foot.
- [Copycat Ragu Pasta Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/copycat-ragu-pasta-sauce/) - Adapted from The Fiery Redhead To be honest with you, I've been a lover of Ragu pasta sauce ever since the early days of the World Wide Web. I was tasked to create a web site for the organization I worked for and went to a conference to learn more ... and everyone at the
- [Broccoli Cheddar Stuffin' Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/broccoli-cheddar-stuffin-muffins/) - Broccoli cheddar goodness in a transportable muffin form, these stuffin' muffins are the perfect breakfast on the go! You might find yourself making stuffing more often just so you can enjoy THESE little gems afterwards.
- [Twice Baked Cauli-Tato Casserole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/twice-baked-cauli-tato-casserole/) - Rich, creamy twice baked potatoes without all the carbs in an easy, make-ahead casserole! Cauliflower lightens up potatoes, along with cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, sauteed onions, sweet peppers, butter and, of course, BACON.
- [Caramelized Apple Cinnamon Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/caramelized-apple-cinnamon-rolls/) - A cross between cinnamon rolls and caramel rolls with an apple twist, these caramelized apple cinnamon rolls have just the right amount of sweetness with a wonderful oooey gooey caramel bottom and bits of apple throughout.
- [Soft & Chewy Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-chewy-pumpkin-spice-snickerdoodles/) - Rolled in pumpkin spice cinnamon sugar with real pumpkin in the dough, these pumpkin spice snickerdoodles are everything you love about pumpkin AND snickerdoodles in one beautiful little soft pillow of a cookie. Click for the recipe!
- [Poor Man's Caviar (Russian Egplant Ikra)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/poor-mans-caviar-russian-egplant-ikra/) - Mock caviar with a smoky twist! This grilled version of "poor man's caviar" is known in Russia as "Ikra", and it's great on toast, crackers, sandwiches, wraps or with meats, chicken, fish or roasted veggies. Click for the recipe.
- [Lobster alla Vodka w/Grilled Cauli-Steaks](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lobster-alla-vodka-wgrilled-cauli-steaks/) - Treat yourself to the NEW surf and turf! Grilled cauliflower steaks smothered in creamy vodka sauce over buttery lobster, this low-carb, low calorie meal is superbly satisfying and, with just four ingredients, it's super easy.
- [Instant Pot Rosemary Sage Pumpkin Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/instant-pot-rosemary-sage-pumpkin-soup/) - A velvety smooth and savory pumpkin soup with fresh rosemary and sage that's SUPER easy to make using your Instant Pot. On the table in 30 minutes, with only a few minutes of prep time. #vegan options #glutenfree #hearthealthy
- [Honey Apple Bran Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-apple-bran-muffins/) - A bran muffin that has a great texture and serious BRAN going on along with honey, apples and walnuts, plus warming cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and vanilla. Perfect for autumn brunch or with a cup of hot apple cider or tea
- [Avocado Black Bean Fiesta Hash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/avocado-black-bean-fiesta-hash/) - Liven up your mornings with a Mexican flair! This fiesta hash pairs fresh veggies w/potatoes, avocado & black beans for a breakfast that will make you feel like dancing. Vegan, GF, heart healthy, high fiber, high protein. Easy too!
- [Divine Vegan Zucchini Brownies #Choctoberfest #MakeSomethingDivine](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/divine-vegan-zucchini-brownies-choctoberfest-makesomethingdivine/) - These lightly fudgy zucchini brownies have a delightful chocolate flavor and a sweet chewy fudge texture. You'd never guess there's zucchini hiding in there! No eggs or dairy, totally vegan. Click for this easy brownie recipe.
- [Peanut Butter Cup Spider Cookies #Choctoberfest #ImperialSugar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-cup-spider-cookies-choctoberfest-imperialsugar/) - Soft chewy peanut butter cookies are the base for these adorable peanut butter cup spider cookies! So easy and fun to put together, but they'll be gone in a flash. #Choctoberfest with Imperial Sugar. Click for the recipe now!
- [Soft & Chewy PB Brownie Power Bars #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-chewy-pb-brownie-power-bars-choctoberfest/) - Peanut butter BROWNIE power bars ~ delicious chocolatey goodness in an easy, no bake recipe that's high in protein, fiber, gluten free, heart healthy, vegan, low in calories & no sugar! What's not to love about that? #Choctoberfest
- [Chicken & Potato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-potato-soup/) - with carrots and green beans A simple, cozy, homemade chicken soup that'll help you feel better when the chill of autumn (and all the annoying illnesses it brings) settles upon you. My (young adult) son was feeling under the weather last week. Not horribly sick, but stuffed up, sapped of energy and feeling just overall
- [Pumpkin Cheddar Chipotle Cheese Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-cheddar-chipotle-cheese-dip/) - Pumpkin crosses over to the savory side in a spicy, smoky, creamy cheese dip with a lovely autumn color. Pumpkin adds a depth of flavor that you can't quite put your finger on. Great for tailgate parties! Click for the recipe.
- [Pumpkin Pecan Baked Oat Bran](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-pecan-baked-oat-bran/) - Baked oats all dressed up for autumn with maple syrup, pumpkin, all the pumpkin spices and a lovely maple cream cheese drizzle that is totally swoon-worthy. Low carb and gluten free, these oats are a great way to start your day!
- [Harissa Roasted Cauliflower Steaks](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/harissa-roasted-cauliflower-steaks/) - Cauliflower becomes the star of the meal when cut into steaks and roasted until tender and crispy. Served with creamy garlicky harissa chickpeas, wilted greens and mediterranean "steak sauce", this plant based meal will win your heart!
- [Pepper Shrimp & Zucchini Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pepper-shrimp-zucchini-stew/) - Colorful, flavorful and just a hint spicy, this gorgeous shrimp stew will warm your bones and your spirit. It's quick and simple to make too! You can have it on the table in about 30 minutes. Click for the recipe.
- [Ginger Chai Elixir](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ginger-chai-elixir/) - A delightful ginger-y masala chai elixir that boosts your morning cup of tea with amazing flavor and some pretty powerful medicinal properties. Easy to make and super flavorful! Make a batch today. Click for the recipe.
- [Chinese Steak & Bok Choy Stirfry & 35+ Amazing Asian Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chinese-steak-bok-choy-stirfry-35-amazing-asian-recipes/) - Skip the Chinese take out, the high price tag and the MSG, this colorful stir fry will have you licking the plate to get every bit of the scrumptious sauce. PLUS over 30 more ah-mazing Asian recipes. Click now to see them all.
- [Frozen Cantaloupe Peach Margaritas & 23 fun end-of-summer cocktails](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/frozen-cantaloupe-peach-margaritas-23-fun-end-of-summer-cocktails/) - Frozen chunks of sweet garden-fresh cantaloupe with a splash of peach brandy make the dreamiest margaritas, perfect for chilling out on a hot summer day. Cantaloupe has a lovely creamy texture when blended that makes an absolute DIVINE margarita. Of course, you could toss in a few peach chunks as well if you are so
- [Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Bran Cereal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-chocolate-oat-bran-cereal/) - Pockets of melted chocolate in peanut butter-y oat bran cereal will make breakfast your favorite time of day-ready in less than 5 minutes! High in fiber and protein, eating healthy never tasted SO good! Click for the recipe.
- [Spicy Quinoa Corn & Fish Cakes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-quinoa-corn-fish-cakes/) - Nutty quinoa and sweet corn pair up with leftover fish and jalapeno to make a delectable crunchy appetizer, light dinner, or salad topper that will make your taste buds sing! 10 fabulous dipping sauce options. Click for the recipes!
- [Rosemary Asiago Sourdough Crackers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-asiago-sourdough-crackers/) - Homemade whole grain sourdough crackers with Asiago cheese and fresh rosemary are perfect for snacking. Delightfully light and cheesy with a great crunch. Top them, dip them, or just enjoy on their own! Click for the recipe.
- [Brandied Cherry Rhubarb Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/brandied-cherry-rhubarb-sauce/) - Vibrant tart sweet rhubarb sauce with maple syrup, vanilla, cherries and brandy, cooked and thickened into an enticing red sauce that's as rich and delicious as it looks. Spoon over ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal, or cake. Click for the recipe!
- [Broccoli Mushroom Hash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/broccoli-mushroom-hash/) - Spruce up your morning hash by adding earthy mushrooms, crisp tender broccoli and chopped sweet onion! This combination of ingredients makes the perfect healthy breakfast for one or two. Add a bit of cheese and an egg on top and you have a nice balanced breakfast. I just love putting mushrooms and veggies in my
- [IP Tequila Lime Chicken Tacos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ip-tequila-lime-chicken-tacos/) - Chicken goes from frozen to fabulous in the instant pot with tequila, salsa, onion, garlic, zucchini and a bit of cumin, then shredded and scooped into warm tortillas with a squeeze of fresh lime and your favorite taco fixings.
- [No-Bake Peanut Butter Power Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/no-bake-peanut-butter-power-bars/) - Make your own power bars at home! Delicious peanut butter and chocolate bars, only 105 calories and packed with protein and fiber, these bars make a great grab n go breakfast or snack. Click for the recipe!
- [Thai Mango Avocado Shrimp Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/thai-mango-avocado-shrimp-salad/) - A crunchy Thai inspired dinner salad: garlic butter shrimp over fresh greens, juicy mango, avocado, sweet pepper, onion, chopped peanuts & cilantro, drizzled with spicy Thai peanut ginger dressing. Perfect for hot summer nights!
- [PB2 Protein Pancakes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pb2-protein-pancakes/) - Light fluffy peanut butter-y pancakes with a healthy protein twist, drizzled with a totally addictive peanut butter maple syrup. What's not to love about that? Gluten free, heart healthy, & high fiber too, thanks to PB2.
- [Sriracha Tuna Lettuce Wraps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sriracha-tuna-lettuce-wraps/) - Sriracha Tuna Lettuce Wraps ~ Tuna salad on a whole new level! Greek yogurt, mayo, sriracha, crunchy celery, toasted pecans, sweet onion and cilantro take a simple can of tuna and turn it into a cool, light summer dinner. Click for recipe!
- [Easy Avocado Bean Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-avocado-bean-dip/) - Creamy avocado along gives this easy bean dip a wonderful creaminess with no sour cream required! High in fiber, protein and calcium, this dip satisfies the munchies without killing healthy diets. Click now for the recipe.
- [Fruity Nutty Spiced Oat Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fruity-nutty-spiced-oat-bread/) - A sweet and fruity version nutty oat bread recipe with brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, dried apricots, cranberries and dates. High in fiber and protein, it's a great way to start your day! Click for the recipe.
- [Skinny Sparkling Mint Lemonade](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/skinny-sparkling-mint-lemonade/) - Refreshing, bubbly lemonade with the fresh taste of mint and real lemons, this skinny sparkling lemonade is perfect for summer! Only 6 calories per serving. Add a shot of vodka for a skinny-licious summer cocktail. Click for recipe.
- [Creamy Barley Risotto with Asparagus & Sea Scallops](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-barley-risotto-with-asparagus-sea-scallops/) - Nutty, chewy barley plus cauliflower rice with roasted asparagus, garlic, fresh herbs and sea scallops in a super creamy sherry herb umami sauce that leaves you speechless, this risotto is the bomb! Click for the recipe.
- [Garlic Herb Roasted Cauliflower, Mushrooms & Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garlic-herb-roasted-cauliflower-mushrooms-zucchini/) - Roasting veggies takes them to a whole new level and it's so easy to do! Toss them in a bit of oil with garlic and seasonings, then spread them out on a sheet pan and bake. 20 - 30 minutes later they're ready to eat, and the taste is totally transformed. The garlic gets mellowed
- [Herbed Salmon Cannellini Burgers #BurgerMonth](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/herbed-salmon-cannellini-burgers-burgermonth/) - Salmon burgers with fresh herbs, beans, cashews, onions, garlic and peppers, pan fried then topped with a lively basil artichoke avocado salsa and harissa aioli. These burgers have so much going on, you won't miss the bun!
- [Lemony Roasted Asparagus, Rice & Pea Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemony-roasted-asparagus-rice-pea-salad/) - A beautiful tasty salad that just screams spring! Roasted asparagus, peas, celery, carrot, sweet onion and fresh dill with a bright lemony vinaigrette, topped with crumbled feta and roasted sunflower seeds. Click for the recipe.
- [Mushroom & Red Cabbage Breakfast Skillet](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-red-cabbage-breakfast-skillet/) - Wake up your mornings with this beautiful PURPLE breakfast that's just bursting with flavor AND so good for you too! Low carb, high fiber, gluten free. vegetarian, tastes delightful, looks stunning and done in 15 - 20 mins. CLICK!
- [Fudgy Oat Bran Brownies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fudgy-oat-bran-brownies/) - With a secret ingredient that makes these fudgy buttery brownies extra healthy, these brownies satisfy your chocolate craving without ruining your healthy eating plan. Gluten free, egg free & flourless. Click for the recipe!
- [Cinco de Mayo Smashburger](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cinco-de-mayo-smashburger/) - An epic Mexican smash burger, with bits of crunchy brown on the outside, juicy and pink in the middle, topped with melted pepper jack cheese, cowboy caviar, sriracha ranch & avocado-total crowd pleaser! #Girlcarnivore #BurgerMonth
- [Calico Bean Cowboy Caviar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/calico-bean-cowboy-caviar/) - Full of color, texture and flavor, this mixed bean, au natural cowboy caviar is a corn and bean mixture that can be served as salsa or salad, added to tacos or spooned over chicken, pork, burgers etc. Click for the easy recipe!
- [Easy Spicy Queso Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-spicy-queso-dip/) - A hearty Tex-Mex dirty queso dip that is so easy to make and so good that everyone will beg you to bring it to your next gathering! Click for the easy recipe.
- [Chopped Chicken Artichoke Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chopped-chicken-artichoke-salad/) - Artichoke marinade becomes the dressing for this super simple chopped salad made with chicken, cabbage, onion, tomato, matchstick carrots, cooked beans and avocado, with fresh basil and a bit of crumbled feta. Click for the recipe!
- [Breakfast Banana Splits](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/breakfast-banana-splits/) - Adapted slightly from Grab a Plate Super fun, super fast, and super healthy, these breakfast banana splits with Greek yogurt, granola, fresh berries and a yummy peanut butter drizzle will totally start your day out on a playful note! When I first saw these breakfast banana splits, I was totally smitten. They looked SO fun,
- [The BEST Instant Pot Beans](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-instant-pot-beans/) - With no need for soaking, beans are so easy to make in the pressure cooker! This easy recipe makes lovely, creamy beans with a nice smoky flavor and a tiny bit of a kick that makes your taste buds want to dance. Click for the recipe!
- [Crescent Roll Breakfast Wreath](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crescent-roll-breakfast-wreath/) - A beautiful breakfast that will delight everyone (even though it's super simple to put together), this Crescent Roll Breakfast Wreath will become a favorite for the whole family! Totally customizable too. Click for the recipe!
- [Peanut Butter Chia Granola](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-chia-granola/) - A crunchy peanut butter-y granola loaded with healthy nuts and chia seeds, this homemade granola tastes so much better than store bought and BONUS makes your house smell fabulous! Click for the recipe.
- [Bacon Asparagus Spinach Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-asparagus-spinach-salad/) - With crisp tender roasted asparagus, salty crunchy bacon, earthy mushrooms, sweet corn and spring peas and a tangy hot bacon dressing, this lovely salad is such a wonderful way to welcome spring! Click for the recipe.
- [Cabbage Roll Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cabbage-roll-soup/) - A hearty, easy, comforting UN-stuffed cabbage roll soup that takes only a few minutes to put together and cooks in less than an hour! Using barley in place of rice adds character and health benefits. Click for the recipe.
- [Scallops & Zucchini in Garlic Tomato Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/scallops-zucchini-in-garlic-tomato-sauce/) - Perfectly soft and tender sea scallops with zucchini and mushrooms in a fabulous, buttery (super easy) fresh garlic tomato sauce. Ready in 20 minutes with five star restaurant quality. You'll want to drink the sauce! Click now.
- [Soft Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/soft-chewy-peanut-butter-cookies/) - Crispy edges with a soft, chewy, melt in your mouth center, these peanut butter cookies will totally win your heart! They are the best PB cookies I've ever tasted. What's the secret? Click to find out ...
- [Sweet Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sweet-carrot-ginger-salad-dressing/) - Bursting with fresh ginger, citrus, and sweet pepper with garlic, creamy cashew and cilantro undertones, this dressing makes everything it touches taste 1,000 times better! Great slathered on chicken, pork or salmon too. Click now!
- [Corned Beef & Cabbage Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/corned-beef-cabbage-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Transform your leftovers from St. Patty's Day into a delightful bite-size snack! Perfect party food, these corned beef and cabbage stuffed mushrooms are hearty, healthy, GF & low in carbs + 14 more stuffed mushroom recipes!
- [Chia Oat Banana Nut Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chia-oat-banana-nut-bread/) - with walnuts & dark chocolate chips A fiber-rich banana bread filled with dark chocolate, walnuts and a bit of crunch from chia seeds. It's a heart healthy banana bread you're going to love eating. I got the idea of this banana bread when I had 3 bananas ripening on my island and nobody was eating
- [Easy Creamy Veggie Korma](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-creamy-veggie-korma/) - A flavorful Indian dish that is surprisingly easy to make, this vegetable korma uses cashews and coconut milk to make the sauce nice and creamy. Your taste buds (and wallet) will thank you! Click for the recipe.
- [Cauliflower Colcannon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cauliflower-colcannon/) - ... or Cauliflower "Kale-Cannon" Irish colcannon, the traditional comfort food all the Irish (and some of us Americans) love to sing about. Every time I think about colcannon, the song starts playing in my head and I feel like breaking out into song and doing a little jig. I discovered Colcannon years ago and have
- [Irish Berry Bread & Butter Pudding](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-berry-bread-butter-pudding/) - Cozy up to this comforting Irish Berry Bread & Butter Pudding with Whiskey Berry Sauce. The perfect use for stale or leftover bread or buns, this boozy buttery bread pudding is an awesome way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
- [Zucchini Chia Pizza Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-chia-pizza-crust/) - A zucchini pizza crust with no squeezing! The chia seeds absorb the moisture from the zucchini, so this pizza crust is super simple: just stir, wait, then shape, bake, top and enjoy. Low carbs, high fiber & protein. It's delish!
- [IP Veggie Lentil Barley Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ip-veggie-lentil-barley-soup/) - A hearty, satisfying soup that will warm your bones, soothe your taste buds and quell your hunger cravings, while supporting your health goals. Super simple and quick in the pressure cooker. Click for the recipe!
- [Basil Mushroom Ragout with Cauliflower Polenta](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/basil-mushroom-ragout-with-cauliflower-polenta/) - A rich dreamy mushroom ragout with caramelized onions, garlic, red wine, fresh rosemary and basil over creamy cheesy cauliflower "polenta", this delightful low-carb, plant based meal is done in a flash. Click for the recipe!
- [Nutty Oat Bran Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/nutty-oat-bran-bread/) - A dense, nutty sourdough oat bread that is quite unique in both flavor and texture. There's a little bit of light crunch to each bite from the nuts and seeds, and you feel good all over after you eat it. Click for recipe!
- [Tuna Guacamole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tuna-guacamole/) - This tuna guacamole is a heart healthy, low calorie, high protein, whip it up in a flash and enjoy kinda recipe. No cooking, and very minimal chopping so it allows for ample time to simply enjoy it. Click for the recipe!
- [Double Chocolate Chia Oat Cookies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/double-chocolate-chia-oat-cookies/) - Hello, cookies for breakfast! Chewy double chocolate cookies with secretly healthy ingredients hiding inside. One cookie boasts 4 grams of fiber, 4 grams of protein, lots of nutrients and just 105 calories. Click for the recipe.
- [Instant Pot Creole Red Bean Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/instant-pot-creole-red-bean-soup/) - Creole red beans and rice (sans rice!) in a fraction of the time, this easy soup is the perfect way to warm up and celebrate Mardi Gras, New Orleans style, in about 1 hour, no soaking required. Click for the easy recipe!
- [Cranberry French Onion Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-french-onion-soup/) - Juices from a cranberry pot roast give this rustic French Onion Soup a little bit of a tart tang, a gentle hint of cranberry that is absolutely perfect with the caramelized onions, beefy broth and melty cheese. Click for recipe!
- [Everything Bagel Whole Grain Sourdough Crackers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/everything-bagel-whole-grain-sourdough-crackers/) - Adapted from Cultures for Health Crunchy little whole grain crackers with everything bagel seasoning both inside and out ... these lovely little homemade crackers are surprisingly easy to make and a great use for excess sourdough starter. I used Trader Joe's Everything Bagel Sesame Seasoning but you can make your own blend at home if
- [Butternut Squash Egg in a Hole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-squash-egg-in-a-hole/) - Inspired by Cooking Light If you find yourself with a small butternut squash (or a regular sized acorn squash), try making the old childhood favorite "Egg in a Hole" into a grownup breakfast, Mediterranean style! Roast up the hollow end of the squash in round slices, brushed with olive oil and sprinkle with Mediterranean seasonings.
- [Spinach Mushroom Pizza Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-pizza-pie/) - Mushrooms sauteed in a bit of butter & garlic, mixed with spinach, fresh herbs and ricotta cheese spread over a thin crust, topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese, this spinach pizza pie will win your heart!
- [Roasted Cauliflower Shawarma](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-cauliflower-shawarma/) - with a creamy lemon avocado tahini dipping sauce What's Shawarma? If you're not familiar with Shawarma, shawarma is a Mediterranean "pocket" sandwich with roasted sliced spiced meat seasoned with turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, cloves and other lovely Mediterranean spices (recipes vary), often served in a pita with some kind of veggies and a yogurt sauce. It's
- [Butternut Chickpea Curry](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-chickpea-curry/) - A hearty, richly spiced, plant-based curry with butternut squash, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, garlic, both sweet and hot peppers and chickpeas. Plus 20 more butternut and curry recipes! Click for the recipes now.
- [Whole Grain Sourdough Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/whole-grain-sourdough-bread/) - Afraid of making sourdough? You can do this! This whole grain sourdough is made with whole wheat and rye flours, flaxmeal and molasses. It's got a great texture and flavor and is super healthy. Click for the recipe.
- [Pepper Breakfast Nachos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pepper-breakfast-nachos/) - Bacon & eggs join together with crunchy peppers and cheese, drizzled with sriracha ranch dressing and cilantro almond salsa for a surprisingly crunchy good breakfast your taste buds will love! Click for the quick, easy recipe.
- [Butternut Alfredo Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/butternut-alfredo-pizza/) - This sweet & savory pizza will sweep you off your feet! Thin sliced butternut squash roasted in garlic and herbs with creamy alfredo sauce, salty prosciutto, red onion, goat cheese, pine nuts and a bit of kale. Get the recipe now!
- [Maple Bourbon Cocktail Meatballs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-bourbon-cocktail-meatballs/) - Bourbon, maple syrup, garlic, ketchup, soy sauce, dijon mustard and hot pepper jelly make a sweet and spicy sauce for meat balls that is out of this world! Your guests will love these cocktail meatballs. Click for the recipe!
- [Pepperoni Pinwheels](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pepperoni-pinwheels/) - Pepperoni pizza in a fun, bite-size, dippable form that makes eating it so much more fun! These pepperoni pinwheels will be a hit with the pizza lovers in your life. And who doesn't love pizza? Click for the recipe!
- [Turkey Butternut Black Bean Enchiladas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turkey-butternut-black-bean-enchiladas/) - The perfect mix of savory, sweet, creamy and spicy, these enchiladas are stuffed with turkey, butternut squash & black beans, then smothered in a blanket of spicy butternut cream cheese enchilada sauce. Click for the recipe!
- [Potato Kale & Corn Gratin](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/potato-kale-corn-gratin/) - A colorful comforting cheesy gratin with a crunchy top, this lovely healthy casserole would be the perfect side dish for the holidays ... or any time of year! Click for the recipe.
- [Magic Crust Tunisian Garden Mini Quiches](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/magic-crust-tunisian-garden-mini-quiches/) - A bit of fiesty harissa paste along with fresh garden sweet peppers, onions, baby eggplant (or zucchini) and tomatoes give these little meatless mini quiches just a tingle of heat and a lot of flavor! The breadcrumbs on the bottom make a super simple magic "crust". For a gluten free "crust", use gluten free breadcrumbs.
- [Bacon & Egg Stuffed Peppers + 28 Bacon & Egg Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-egg-stuffed-peppers-28-bacon-egg-recipes/) - Visually stunning and a delight for your taste buds, these bacon and egg stuffed peppers will win your heart! Plus a BONUS: over 25 more fabulous bacon & egg recipes to up your breakfast game. Click now for the recipes.
- [Grilled Pesto Shrimp w/Veggies & Raclette (+Pesto Recipes!)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/grilled-pesto-shrimp-wveggies-raclette-pesto-recipes/) - Sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers, zucchini and garlicky pesto shrimp topped with melty raclette cheese, this delicious healthy low carb dinner takes your taste buds to their happy place! Click now for the recipe + 20 pesto recipes.
- [Chocolate Porter Sauce for #choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-porter-sauce-for-choctoberfest/) - A rich, decadent chocolate sauce laced with a deep dark barrel aged craft beer. Choose a dark, chocolatey craft cream stout or porter for this amazing boozy sauce. Click for the recipe!
- [Double Chocolate Pear Tart #choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/double-chocolate-pear-tart-choctoberfest/) - 4 layers of chocolatey pear goodness: a delightful chocolate tart with a cookie-like crust, a layer of dark chocolate topped with sweet pears and a chocolate custard. Every bite is pure bliss! Click for the recipe.
- [Peanut Butter Coco Popcorn #choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-coco-popcorn-choctoberfest/) - Peanut butter and chocolate drizzled popcorn with nuts, pretzels and sprinkles! The perfect thing to snack on while watching the movie Coco, this popcorn will make your movie so much better. Click for the easy recipe.
- [Rosemary White Chocolate Butternut Soup #choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-white-chocolate-butternut-soup-choctoberfest/) - White chocolate adds a hint of sweetness and a lovely creaminess to this enticing rosemary butternut soup. Click for the recipe!
- [Bacon & Onion Tomato Gratin](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-onion-tomato-gratin/) - Fresh summer tomatoes, sweet sauteed onions and crumbled bacon topped with a crunchy mix of breadcrumbs and fresh herbs, this simple savory side dish will become a favorite with all the tomato lovers at your house. I actually made this recipe back in August when I was swimming in tomatoes from my mom and dad's
- [Peanut Butter Smookies #choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-smookies-choctoberfest/) - Celebrate #choctoberfest with #ImperialSugar & S'mookies! Peanut butter cookies, slightly crispy on the outside and soft and chewy inside with perfectly toasted marshmallow and a drizzle of chocolate. Plus a GIVEAWAY! Click now.
- [This Girl is on Fire Hot Pepper Jelly & 20+ Uses for Pepper Jelly](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/this-girl-is-on-fire-hot-pepper-jelly-20-uses-for-pepper-jelly/) - Fiery hot pepper wine jelly made with a mix of peppers to add depth of flavor and heat. The sweet peppers, serranos & jalapenos hit your tongue first, and then a little tingle of heat at the end. Click for recipe & canning tips!
- [Smoky Harissa Paste](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-harissa-paste/) - Harissa is a zesty North African condiment made from peppers, spices, lemon & garlic. This smoky grilled version is even more fab! Use this flavorful paste on burgers, meats, seafood, veggies, stews and more! Click to learn more.
- [Eggplant BLT with Egg & 18 Egg Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/eggplant-blt-with-egg-18-egg-recipes/) - Eggplant parmesan meets BLT! Crunchy breaded eggplant steps in to take place of the bread, topped with melty cheese, bacon, fresh basil, an egg and juicy sweet tomato, this dish will delight your tastebuds. Click for the recipe.
- [Shrimp & Salmon Melt](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-salmon-melt/) - A dreamy combination of smoked salmon and shrimp mixed with cream cheese, sundried tomato pesto, red onion, herbs & pecans, then mounded onto toast with melty white cheddar, tomato and basil, this Shrimp & Salmon Melt will be your new favorite sandwich! This sandwich post has been waiting a looong time to become a reality.
- [Bourbon Apples & 33 Amazing Apple Recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bourbon-apples-33-amazing-apple-recipes/) - Tender apples bathing in an addictive cinnamon bourbon butter sauce. Ah-mazing on French toast, pancakes or ice cream, or thicken up the sauce to make a bourbon apple pie. Plus 33 more amazing apple recipes! Click to see them.
- [Chicken Zucchini Enchiladas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-zucchini-enchiladas/) - Low carb, gluten free cheesy chicken enchiladas made with zucchini "tortillas". Super easy to make and the only equipment you need is a vegetable peeler. Click for the recipe!
- [Syrian Cheese Stuffed Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/syrian-cheese-stuffed-peppers/) - The sweet cousin of the jalapeno popper, these mini sweet peppers are stuffed with a mixture of cheeses and muhammara, then bathed and roasted in a bed of lively Spanish Romesco sauce and they taste magical! Click for the recipe.
- [Eggplant 101 & {Meatless} Greek Eggplant "Meatballs"](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/eggplant-101-meatless-greek-eggplant-meatballs/) - Curious about eggplant but unsure about it? Eggplant is a nutritional powerhouse that is fabulous in soups, sauces, curries and more. Get comfortable with eggplant by clicking here. + a yummy recipe for Greek eggplant "meatballs".
- [Canning Tomatillo Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/canning-tomatillo-salsa/) - Got tomatillos? This spicy, tangy, vibrant green salsa verde bottles up the bright beautiful taste of summer in mason jars for winter. Click for the recipe plus canning supplies and more tomatillo recipe inspiration.
- [Grilled Eggplant Gyros + 27+ Plant-Based Meals](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/grilled-eggplant-gyros-27-plant-based-meals/) - A plant-based meal that tastes amazing! Grilled eggplant "steaks", creamy tzatziki, fresh juicy tomato, crunchy cucumber and red onion tucked in a warm, soft pita. Plus 27 more fab veggie-based meals! Click for the recipes.
- [Bacon Zucchini Bean Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-zucchini-bean-dip/) - Perfect for parties, this festive bacon zucchini bean dip has a nice smoky flavor, melty cheese and a surprising healthy twist from zucchini that disappears into the dip. Plus 15+ more fabulous bean recipes! Click to see them all.
- [Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Zucchini Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-swirl-zucchini-cake/) - Perfectly moist peanut butter-y zucchini cake with a chocolate cake swirl, this super easy cake is peanut butter chocolate perfection for all the Reese's lovers in the world. Click for the recipe!
- [Homemade Greek Seasoning + 18 more spice mixes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/homemade-greek-seasoning-18-more-spice-mixes/) - Fabulous homemade Greek seasoning to sprinkle on everything from fish to lamb to chicken to potatoes and other veggies ... plus 18 more amazing spice mixes and rubs to add more flavor to your cooking! Click for the recipes.
- [Hasselback Pepperoni Pizza Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hasselback-pepperoni-pizza-zucchini/) - Zucchini sliced hasselback style with melty cheese and spicy crisp pepperoni is so delicious and fun to eat! Just three ingredients, these little pizza bites are super easy to make. Click for the recipe!
- [The Mothership Cucumber Caprese Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-mothership-cucumber-caprese-salad/) - A spectacular array of fresh heirloom tomatoes interspersed with English cucumber slices & topped with marinated mozzarella cheese balls, seasoned olive oil, fresh basil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Click for the recipe!
- [Bacon Mushroom Zucchini Frittata](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-mushroom-zucchini-frittata/) - Bacon and mushrooms join with zucchini, potato, onion, tomatoes, fresh herbs, eggs and three cheeses to make a delightful savory frittata that's both fulfilling and healthy. Quick and easy to make, it feeds a crowd. Click for the recipe!
- [Cream Cheese Baklava Pinwheels](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cream-cheese-baklava-pinwheels/) - Cinnamon cream cheese and cinnamon walnuts rolled up in flaky puff pastry and drizzled with honey orange syrup. These lovely pastries are great for dessert or for a treat in the morning with your coffee. Click for the recipe!
- [Taxi Tomato Blue Cheese Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/taxi-tomato-blue-cheese-soup/) - A bright, sunny, sweet and creamy yellow tomato soup with fresh oregano and blue cheese, this tomato soup recipe will make your taste buds sing! You can use other heirloom tomatoes if you don't have yellow. Click for the recipe.
- [Basil Rosemary Marinated Mozzarella](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/basil-rosemary-marinated-mozzarella/) - Mozzarella pearls in garlic, herbs and olive oil add flavor and preserve the cheese. Easy to make and it tastes amazing! Use the flavored olive oil in cooking or just add more cheese to the marinade. Click for the recipe.
- [Boozy Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/boozy-chocolate-fudge-ice-cream/) - For adults only! A call to the indulgent side of you that wants ice cream and chocolate. And liqueur. Decadent, rich, creamy, super chocolatey ice cream laced with Godiva chocolate liqueur. Click for the easy recipe.
- [Chicken Avocado Caesar Salad + avocado & chicken recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-avocado-caesar-salad-avocado-chicken-recipes/) - Avocado plays a double role in this delightful, easy Caesar salad made with leftover (or rotisserie) chicken. You can have this delicious salad on your table in minutes! Click for the recipe PLUS over 20 avocado & chicken recipes.
- [Baked Pesto Zucchini Arancini (Rice Balls) + rice recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-pesto-zucchini-arancini-rice-balls-rice-recipes/) - Crunchy leftover rice balls laced with sun dried tomato pesto, zucchini and a pocket of gooey melty cheese hiding inside! Easy to make, they will be the hit of the party. Click for the recipe plus over 20 more yummy rice recipes.
- [Taco Stuffed Tomatoes + 30 low carb & tomato recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/taco-stuffed-tomatoes-30-low-carb-tomato-recipes/) - Stunning presentation and so quick and easy! Who doesn't love tacos? Here's a low-carb way to enjoy fresh tomatoes that the whole family will love. Plus over 30 more delicious low carb and tomato recipes. Click to see them all.
- [Brandied Ginger Apricot Jam (No pectin required)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/brandied-ginger-apricot-jam-no-pectin-required/) - This boozy apricot jam has a nice tart flavor with depth of flavor from the brandy, vanilla and a hint of ginger. It's super easy to make with no need for pectin. Click here for this and more delicious apricot and jam recipes.
- [Easy Shrimp, Cucumber & Avocado Salad + 25 shrimp & cucumber recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-shrimp-cucumber-avocado-salad-25-shrimp-cucumber-recipes/) - Such an easy summer meal! This quick, healthy, tasty cucumber shrimp salad features avocado, crumbled feta and yum yum sauce. + 25 more shrimp and cucumber recipes to spur your kitchen inspiration. Click for the recipes!
- [Meatless Zucchini "Meatballs" + 20 more zucchini recipes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/meatless-zucchini-meatballs-20-more-zucchini-recipes/) - How can a vegetarian meatball fool your taste buds into believing you're eating meat? The secret is literally in the sauce. (A zesty garden tomato sauce!) PLUS 20 more delicious zucchini recipes. Click for recipe.
- [Roasted Apricot Maple Ice Cream](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-apricot-maple-ice-cream/) - Roasted apricots, maple syrup, cardamom, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla blended with cream and apricot brandy make for a super creamy, tart sweet ice cream with a lovely peach hue that just screams summer. Click for the recipe!
- [White Peach Sangria](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/white-peach-sangria/) - Sparkling and refreshing, this white peach sangria is loaded with sweet summer peaches, raspberries and blueberries and full of peach flavor plus hints of rosemary, vanilla and basil. Click for the recipe.
- [Bacon Corn & Kale Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-corn-kale-salad/) - Vibrant kale tossed with nutty quinoa, sweet bell peppers, Vidalia onions, fresh spinach and cilantro and a creamy bacon cilantro dressing. You'll love how it tastes and how good it makes you feel! Click here for the recipe.
- [Roasted Strawberry Basil Sherbet](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-strawberry-basil-sherbet/) - Fresh strawberries are roasted for a vibrant strawberry flavor then a hint of basil comes in to make this creamy homemade sherbet recipe super flavorful.
- [Four-Cheese Garlic Roasted Asparagus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/four-cheese-garlic-roasted-asparagus/) - A garlicky asparagus recipe that will make asparagus totally irresistable to the cheese lovers in your life. Super easy and quick to make!
- [Mushroom Asparagus Hash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-asparagus-hash/) - Hash gets a delicious, healthy and colorful makeover with mushrooms, onions, peppers and tomatoes. Click here for the easy, step-by-step recipe.
- [Bacon Dill Gougeres (Cheese Puffs)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-dill-gougeres-cheese-puffs/) - Adapted slightly from Alain Ducasse Lovely cheese puffs that are perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside, with a bit of bacon, garlic and dill flavors that make these little puffs a delectable treat. I first encountered gougères on my first yoga interview. I got my 200 hour yoga teacher certification last November
- [Blueberry Lavender Cocktail](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-lavender-cocktail/) - A sparkly summer cocktail with elderflower liqueur, blueberry lavender syrup and prosecco Elderflower liqueur and prosecco with a splash of blueberry lavender syrup ... this sparkling summer cocktail is so refreshing! I have been doing fruity herbal syrups for years, with various fruits and herbs ... I've used them in Italian cream sodas and sangria,
- [Mediterranean Lamb Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mediterranean-lamb-salad/) - with roasted cauliflower and sweet peppers, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, marinated feta, toasted pine nuts and a lemon tahini yogurt dressing This is a cook once - eat twice kind of meal. First you make the Lemon Garlic Roast Leg of Lamb and enjoy with a side of your choice. Then you get to enjoy
- [Lovely Limoncello Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lovely-limoncello-sauce/) - This lovely lemon sauce is sooo delectable, you'll want to eat it with a spoon! It's tart sweet, with a depth of flavor from the Limoncello that makes it irrisistable. I made it originally to top a cake, but it's got so many more uses that I felt it needed its own post. Because hey,
- [Sea Salt Millionaire Shortbread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sea-salt-millionaire-shortbread/) - Adapted just slightly from Once Upon a Chef A tender shortbread crust topped with a lovely gentle, creamy caramel, a layer of soft chocolate ganache and a bit of sea salt. Some people call this a "Twix bar" but it's not really like a Twix, it's much more subtle and lovely than that. I made
- [NM Green Chile Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/nm-green-chile-stew/) - I fell in love with New Mexico many, many years ago ... the culture, the scenery, the art, the architecture ... but my #1 favorite thing about New Mexico is the FOOD! And the very best recipes from New Mexico feature Hatch Green Chile. In NM, they put green chile in and on EVERYTHING ...
- [Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-salad-with-hot-bacon-dressing/) - Adapted from Alton Brown A classic salad with fresh spinach, bacon, fresh mushrooms, red onions and a perfectly cooked hard boiled egg drizzled with a tangy sweet hot bacon dressing. It's the perfect mix of flavors and a long-time favorite of mine. I tried making it years ago and failed ... so I decided it
- [Oven Fried Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/oven-fried-chicken-parmesan-sandwiches/) - It's National CHEESE day today! Time to pay tribute to one of my very very favorite foods (in case you hadn't noticed), yes, it's cheese. I freaking LOVE cheese. Especially really good cheese. I get crap from my lactose intolerant friend and occasionally from my kids too, who are both (at least a little) lactose
- [Seriously Awesome Black Bean & Rice Burgers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/seriously-awesome-black-bean-rice-burgers/) - There's a special technique to making this black bean and rice burger so flippin' good. Black beans are oven-dried to get rid of the excess moisture, so the texture of these burgers is not too mushy, not too dry ... but just right. Mixing the black beans with rice and crushed cashews, sauteed onions, sweet
- [Asparagus Sweet Pepper Breakfast Scramble](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asparagus-sweet-pepper-breakfast-scramble/) - Scrambled eggs with roasted asparagus, sauteed onions, fresh mushrooms, sweet peppers and freshly shredded Dubliner and Asiago cheeses. This healthy breakfast is a feast for the eyes, a treat for the taste buds and it makes your body feel good inside and out. Some things happened at work last week that really got me down.
- [Mediterrean Mixed Bean Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mediterrean-mixed-bean-salad/) - Adapted from The View from Great Island A delicious, hearty, Mediterranean, protein and fiber-filled salad that you can make year-round, with salty marinated feta, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, celery, sweet peppers, cooked mixed beans, marinated artichokes and a lemony marinated feta vinaigrette. Every year, my yoga friends do an event at my friend's furniture
- [Creole Seafood Stuffed Burger](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creole-seafood-stuffed-burger/) - A seafood-stuffed burger with a southern creole kick! Shrimp, crab and smoked salmon mixed with spicy Creole seasonings, cream cheese, sauteed onions, mushrooms, spinach, asiago and mozzarella cheese, then stuffed into a creole seasoned burger "cup" and topped with more cheese, grilled and topped with sauteed mushrooms, peppers, onions and a spicy Creole Remoulade sauce. This
- [Skinny Creole Remoulade Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/skinny-creole-remoulade-sauce/) - Adapted from Simply Recipes A spicy creole sauce, with loads of down-home flavor, but lightened in calories by swapping out yogurt for some of the mayo. It's May and National Burger Month. I'm participating in a BIG blogger event where we are all posting our own burger recipes ... I was super excited to create
- [Limoncello Strawberry Shortcake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/limoncello-strawberry-shortcake/) - A boozy lemon cake with a boozy lemony sauce that's totally addictive! Served with fresh seasonal strawberries (and/or blueberries) and whipped cream, it's a beautiful way to welcome spring or celebrate summer. A couple weeks ago one of the coworkers on my team had a birthday. After my boss brought me Irish Car Bomb cupcakes
- [Hot & Cheesy Reuben Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hot-cheesy-reuben-dip/) - I'm not QUITE done with my newfound Reuben fascination. I've always loved corned beef, so once I'd discovered that if you add a little cheese and mix it with sauteed onion, garlic and sauerkraut, it tasted marvelous, I just couldn't stop myself. First I made Reuben bites and then Reuben lettuce wraps ... and then I just
- [Simple Lemony Kale Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/simple-lemony-kale-salad/) - with marinated feta cheese and toasted almonds Kale and lemon go so well together. This simple salad really brings out the vibrant color, flavor and texture of kale, taming the bitterness with a light massage. Toasted almonds add a little crunch and marinated feta adds that creamy factor and a bit of saltiness. I wanted
- [Overnight Caramel Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/overnight-caramel-rolls/) - There's nothing quite like waking up to fresh hot homemade caramel rolls. When I was little, my grandma (on my mom's side) used to make caramel rolls. Most everything else she made was awful, but her caramel rolls were amazing. Fast forward to today ... my daughter had a sleepover for her birthday ... she
- [Reuben Lettuce Wraps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/reuben-lettuce-wraps/) - This is not your typical Reuben sandwich. The typical Reuben is laden with fat, carbs and lots and lots of calories. This Reuben has all (or at least MOST) of the rich flavors you love in a Reuben sandwich with the added crisp crunch of fresh romaine leaves curling about the filling (to take place
- [Lemon Garlic Roast Leg of Lamb](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-garlic-roast-leg-of-lamb/) - Studded with bits of roasted garlic, this lamb is perfectly moist and tender and oh so flavorful! Marinated in an easy lemony garlic yogurt mixture, then broiled quickly to sear the meat and slow roasted with wine, garlic and herbs, this roasted leg of lamb is mouth-watering delicious ... even if you cook the lamb
- [Breakfast Colcannon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/breakfast-colcannon/) - Mashed potatoes with bacon, cabbage and a bit of butter, topped with an over-easy egg and some bacon "sprinkles", this is a comfort food breakfast that made my heart sing. I know it's April, but I'm still catching up from March. March was a crazy, mad time at work and we were rushing to get
- [Smoky Italian Kale & White Bean Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-italian-kale-white-bean-soup/) - A soup with smoky good flavors plus basil, oregano and smoked paprika, loads of good veggies and white beans. My son and I were at the grocery store and I noticed they had these beautiful BIG bunches of kale and I just had to get one ... I had no idea at the time what
- [Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-eggs/) - Adapted from/inspired by Fountain Avenue Kitchen Homemade peanut butter eggs that the kids will LOVE to help make! My nieces and nephews and I had a blast making these Easter treats. And all the kids and adults loved the results (especially the ones who participated in the fun). My youngest niece and I shaped the
- [Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Caramel Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ooey-gooey-cinnamon-caramel-bread/) - Adapted from That Skinny Chick Can Bake This bread is a little like a cross between a caramel roll and a cinnamon roll in loaf form. You can't quite see all the gooiness in the photos, but you can seriously taste it! Last week I was looking through some of my favorite blogger's recipes and
- [Baked Reuben Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-reuben-bites/) - Adapted from Just a Pinch Recipes All of the things from a Reuben Sandwich in a little bite-sized form. Corned beef, sauerkraut, cheese .. along with some extra sauteed onions and garlic and a homemade thousand island dipping sauce. Normally I would go on about the recipe here ... but right now I'm dealing with
- [Smokehouse Kale & Tomato Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smokehouse-kale-tomato-salad/) - with bacon, spinach, smokehouse almonds, fresh mushrooms, crumbled feta cheese and a double bacon ranch dressing A smoky good salad loaded with so many colors, flavors and textures: crunchy smokehouse almonds, bursts of sweet, juicy tomatoes, crumbled salty feta, earthy mushrooms, smoky bacon, sweet onion, curly kale and sweet onions with a creamy double bacon
- [Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Quinoa Balls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sun-dried-tomato-spinach-quinoa-balls/) - Adapted from Lauren Kelly Nutrition Savory little bites bursting with the flavors of sun dried tomato, spinach, garlic, cheese and nutty quinoa, these little balls have lots of protein and fiber along with a healthy dose of veggies. I was looking for a healthy little bite to serve to my yoga friends after class last
- [Bangers with Beer Braised Cabbage](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bangers-with-beer-braised-cabbage/) - An easy, quick, low-carb dish to honor St. Patrick's Day that is delicious, nutritious and fulfilling. I've had this for lunch several times this week and even for breakfast once ... and today at the end of the day at work, I was in a food emergency state because I just hadn't eaten enough, so
- [Sherried Butternut Soup with Bacon](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sherried-butternut-soup-with-bacon/) - A light and savory butternut squash soup made with roasted butternut squash and laced with onions, garlic, sherry, herbs, cheese, smoked paprika and, yeah, bacon. This sweet/savory squash soup will fill your tastebuds with joy. Today is a wintry (almost) spring day ... we had a winter spring storm with rain and mini-hail and sleet
- [Bailey's Chocolate Poke Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baileys-chocolate-poke-cake/) - Adapted slightly from Life, Love & Sugar A rich, moist and decadent Bailey's chocolate cake soaked in a Bailey's chocolate fudge sauce and topped with Bailey's chocolate whipped cream. Yesterday, as I was mourning one coworker's death, it was another coworker's birthday. Where I work, it feels like our coworkers are almost like family. We
- [Patrick's Perfect Scotch Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/patricks-perfect-scotch-eggs/) - A special coworker and friend died yesterday. Making his special recipe is my way of honoring his life. He used to make the BEST Scotch Eggs ... and whenever he brought them in, they disappeared lightning fast! I'm not much of a meat eater normally, but Patrick's Scotch Eggs were SOoooo good, spicy sausage with
- [Cherry Pomegranate Agua Fresca](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-pomegranate-agua-fresca/) - A sparkly refreshing beverage that's not overly sweet, flavored with real cherries, pomegranates and orange. Agua fresca is meant to be light, not super sugary. It's sparkly, but it's not soda ... although if you want it to be, just add a little more cherry syrup and it could become a homemade fruit soda. The
- [Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza w/Zucchini Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-pizza-wzucchini-crust/) - It starts with a zucchini almond pizza crust smeared with sun dried tomato pesto and a rich creamy bacon-y ranch sauce. Then it's topped with cooked chicken, chopped sweet onions, a bit of curly kale and lots of good melty cheese. I would have included some fresh tomatoes, but I was fresh out at the time
- [Pepperoni Soup with Zucchini & Kale](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pepperoni-soup-with-zucchini-kale/) - Adapted from MyRecipes A hearty meaty soup that tastes kinda like Pepperoni Pizza in soup form. It's topped with homemade croutons and melty cheese, with a tomato base and onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini and kale thrown in to round out the meal. It's an entire meal in a bowl! You'll feel good about serving
- [Boozy RumChata Chocolate Pudding](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/boozy-rumchata-chocolate-pudding/) - Adapted slightly from That DragonFly Chick on Copy Me That A chocolate mousse pudding that's a cross between a dessert ... and a tasty shot. This boozy RumChata chcolate pudding is a surprisingly easy, yet decadent dessert that's perfect for your next girl's night gathering ... or fancy adult dinner party. One night I was
- [Clementine Rice & Kale Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/clementine-rice-kale-salad/) - Adapted from Giada de Laurentiis The perfect winter salad bursting with fresh juicy orange flavor, kale, rice, a few dried cranberries, toasted almonds and (not pictured) crumbled marinated feta in a fresh tangy citrus vinaigrette. My kids and I were grocery shopping a while ago ... I asked if they wanted any fruits or veggies
- [Baharat Chicken in the Instant Pot](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baharat-chicken-in-the-instant-pot/) - All my friends seem to be in love with their Instant Pots. Food bloggers are raving about them. Everyone I know (aside from my family) seems to think they're the bomb. I was intrigued ... curious ... what is this Instant Pot thing? So I asked for an Instant Pot for Christmas ... and my mom
- [Bacon Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-spinach-mushroom-quinoa-pie/) - with fresh cherry tomatoes and smoked cheddar swiss cheese A hearty, healthy egg-y breakfast pie with a quinoa "crust", topped with sauteed mushrooms, spinach, a smoky mix of cheeses and fresh tomatoes. I came up with this idea one day when I had (all said ingredients) hanging around in my kitchen. The quinoa was a
- [Bacon Mushroom Swiss Cheeseburger Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-mushroom-swiss-cheeseburger-dip/) - A cheesy, smoky dip loaded with the flavors of bacon and mushroom swiss burgers, with a little bit of a kick. We had a dip-off at work last week. Everyone was invited to enter their favorite dip recipe into this epic competition. Everyone in the company was invited to sample and vote. I couldn't decide
- [Skinny Vampire Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/skinny-vampire-dip/) - Gentle roasted garlic with artichokes in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a bit of zing and smoke and a sneaky bit of healthy cauliflower to lighten it up, this Vampire Dip is seriously addicting! Because the garlic is roasted, it has a soft mellow garlic scent and flavor, but if you want to make sure
- [Sriracha Shrimp Scampi Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sriracha-shrimp-scampi-dip/) - A garlicky buttery shrimp dip that tastes oh so much like shrimp scampi ... but it's even better because it's a dip! I lightened it up with steamed cauliflower so you don't have to feel guilty about eating it either. Yes, there's cream cheese. Yes, there's real shredded cheese. And garlic. And butter. Yes, you
- [Bacon Morel Mushroom Salt](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-morel-mushroom-salt/) - I've mentioned a few times about my adventures with Bacon Salt. Bacon Salt was responsible for that ridiculously good Bacon Ranch dressing that I freaking LOVE. The Bacon Salt that I buy strangely isn't salty ... it's just bacon-y. It's actually really low in sodium. That's pretty awesome and I will continue to buy Bacon
- [Easy Bailey's Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-baileys-hot-fudge-sauce-recipe/) - A rich hot fudge sauce you can have ready to pour over your favorite ice cream in about five minutes. If you happen to have some Irish Cream on hand, well then, it is quite possible that you already have all the things you need to make this lovely sauce on hand in your pantry.
- [Spicy West African Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-west-african-fried-rice/) - Have you heard of Jollof? I hadn't either ... until last week when our HR director at work announced a new employee was starting and one of the questions they always ask a new employee is "what is your favorite food?" Usually the answer is pizza or steak or something else I've heard a bazillion
- [Bacon Mushroom Roasted Tomato Breakfast Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-mushroom-roasted-tomato-breakfast-salad/) - It was the middle of sugar season (a.k.a., December) ... you know that time of year when every time you walk into the break room at work, there are more goodies. And then there are lots of parties with TONS of food, lots of drinks and oh so much fun. You can't help but indulge
- [Creamy Four Mushroom Bisque](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-four-mushroom-bisque/) - After I made that scrumptious Morel Pecan Pate, I was so smitten with mushrooms I just wanted to keep playing with them. Which led me to this mushroom bisque. I had some dried mushrooms in my cupboard from my friend Jon who bought a bunch of dried mushrooms at an Asian market for me "just
- [Hummus Shawarma Layer Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hummus-shawarma-layer-dip/) - This is a leftovers recipe. I made Venison Shawarma for the all day potluck at work last month. There was a lovely lemon tahini yogurt sauce to go with it ... and homemade pita bread. Hell, I made a DOUBLE batch of lemon tahini yogurt sauce because I really really didn't want to run out
- [Morel Pecan Pâté & Weekly Tasting](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/morel-pecan-pate-weekly-tasting/) - Recipe adapted from Food & Wine A tasty mushroom pâté made with dried morels, pecans and baby portobellos. The perfect accompaniment to a nice glass of red wine. I fell in love with pâté when I dated a guy who worked at a French restaurant many years ago. It feels like a lifetime ago now, but
- [Spicy Tamale Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-tamale-pie/) - A spicy Mexican ground beef, corn and black bean filling topped with crusty cornbread, this Tamale Pie is a hearty, healthy and easy meal to celebrate the season. The chiles open up the sinuses, too. I included options to make this gluten free as well. The recipe makes enough for two pies, which you can
- [Holiday Quinoa Kale Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/holiday-quinoa-kale-salad/) - with apples, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, pomegranate arils, crumbled feta and a light honey white wine vinaigrette It's Christmas Day and I hope you are spending time with loved ones right now or otherwise enjoying your holiday. Perhaps you'll see this tomorrow, or the next day or even sometime next summer. I'm having a quiet
- [Quick Blueberry Lavender Limoncello](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/quick-blueberry-lavender-limoncello/) - It's Christmas, and every year I do a vodka infusion for my sister who loves vodka. This year I was late. I got busy with other things and didn't get the infusion started and I panicked a little bit ... but then I remembered that my yoga friend makes Limoncello using a simple lemon syrup
- [Venison (or Beef) Shawarma](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/venison-or-beef-shawarma/) - with lemon tahini yogurt sauce ... adapted from Mama's Lebanese Cuisine If you remember the movie The Avengers, they were talking about Shawarma throughout the movie and if you stayed until the very end, you got to see the super heroes going to the local shawarma restaurant (in full costume) for dinner. That scene intrigued
- [Spinach Mushroom Breakfast Scramble](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-breakfast-scramble/) - I am a huge fan of omelets and frittatas, but they take time and effort ... and usually they contain lots of eggs and a lesser amount of toppings. And personally, I want more of the good stuff and less of the boring stuff. Not saying eggs are boring ... because I really love eggs,
- [Autumn Bliss Savasana Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/autumn-bliss-savasana-bars/) - If you're not into yoga, you might be wondering what the heck a "savasana bar" is ... you see, at the end of a yoga class, you settle into final relaxation (savasana). The entire purpose of the asanas (yoga poses) is to prepare you for savasana. Especially if it is an intense yoga class where
- [Spinach Artichoke Sun-dried Tomato Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-artichoke-sun-dried-tomato-pizza/) - I created this pizza back when we did our grilled pizza workshop at work ... I had tons of toppings and sauce options and everyone created their own pizza. This is what I had for lunch that day. And because it was so good, I put it on the menu for our Wine & Design
- [Festive Marinated Cheddar Appetizer](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/festive-marinated-cheddar-appetizer/) - A stunning appetizer that you can easily make ahead of time and keep in the fridge until the big day. Be prepared for it to go fast because in my experience people just LOVE this stuff. I finally found the perfect way to marinate cheddar cheese! Okay it's not the first time ... there was
- [Smoky Supper Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-supper-soup/) - Adapted from Fountain Avenue Kitchen My friend Ann at Fountain Avenue Kitchen is an endless source of recipe inspiration for me. She and I are totally foodie sisters ... and when I saw this recipe from her, with a fresh eggplant from my mom's garden in my fridge, I just knew I had to make
- [Cheese Bliss Spinach Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheese-bliss-spinach-salad/) - A delightful salad that starts with a bed of baby spinach, topped with several marinated cheeses, avocado, a few sweet onions, toasted walnuts, fresh tomato and a creamy basil sun dried tomato dressing. If you want, add a little bacon too, because yeah, bacon. I made 5 different marinated cheeses for Wine & Design this
- [Marinated Havarti Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/marinated-havarti-cheese/) - with Tarragon & Dill Years and years ago, my friend Justine from Full Belly Sisters posted her recipe for marinated cheese. I was intrigued by the recipe and I wanted to try it, but it took me a while before I actually did. I decided, one year, to give my coworkers on my team all
- [Zoodles Cauli-fredo](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zoodles-cauli-fredo/) - Creamy alfredo sauce lightened up with some cauliflower puree (that you would never guess is there), tossed with zucchini noodles. You could use regular noodles too, if you prefer, or a mix of zoodles and pasta. Gosh I made this recipe soooo long ago! I was making grilled pizza for a cooking class at work
- [Easy Curly Zucchini Fries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-curly-zucchini-fries/) - with Sriracha Ranch Dipping Sauce Delightful little curly fries made with zucchini from the garden! Mom and dad brought me 2 big beautiful zucchini from their garden the last time they came to visit. I used up part of one of the big ones in lovely quick breakfast scrambles, but it quickly became apparent that
- [Limoncello Apple Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/limoncello-apple-pie/) - Honey crisp apple pie laced with limoncello and brandy, lightly spiced and perfectly tender. My mom and dad came to visit last month and they brought us lots of goodies from their garden ... including a nice, hefty bag of apples from dad's prize honey crisp apple tree. Mom and dad encouraged my (somewhat set-in-their-ways)
- [Sunflower Kale Bulgur Pilaf](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sunflower-kale-bulgur-pilaf/) - Bulgur and kale join together with corn, bacon, dill and sunflower seeds to make a scrumptious side dish that can be served hot or cold. It's hearty enough to be a meal on its own, or you can serve it along side pork or chicken. I made this last summer with some of the gorgeous
- [Sherried Tomato Basil Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sherried-tomato-basil-soup/) - with marinated feta Tomato soup is one of those things I want to make every year. I was a little worried this year because of yoga teacher training ... I haven't had time to visit my parents like I normally do in August, which is where I usually get my ample supply of garden tomatoes.
- [Peanut Butter Zucchini Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-zucchini-cake/) - I really really love zucchini season. That time of year when those prolific little summer squash are just coming out your ears and it seems like they grow from a baby to giant size in a single day (maybe they do!) and then whatever do you DO with it all? Some people get frustrated by
- [Easy Baked Green Bean Fries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-baked-green-bean-fries/) - Last week I got a totally unexpected text from a coworker ... she had just visited her parents' garden and they had a big surplus of green beans and she was wondering if I wanted some. "Oh yes!" I responded, telling her I wanted to make green bean fries. (In my mind, I was thinking
- [Brandied Cherry Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/brandied-cherry-sauce/) - Made with tart cherries, this beautifully brilliant red cherry sauce is laced with brandy for an easy, elegant dessert. Simply warm the sauce and serve over ice cream with a sprig of mint and your guests will be enamored. (If you only have sweet cherries available, it can be made with sweet cherries instead.) I haven't had
- [Hushpuppy Chicken & Veggie Nuggets](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hushpuppy-chicken-veggie-nuggets/) - with Pineapple Voodoo Sauce Chicken nuggets like you've never had them before! Homemade chicken nuggets are soooo much better than any store-bought nuggets. In these nuggets, I snuck in some hidden vegetables (thank you, zucchini and carrots!) to keep the chicken perfectly moist, plus a bit of corn and creole seasoning and a crunchy corn
- [Creole Shrimp & Cheesy Cauliflower Grits](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creole-shrimp-cheesy-cauliflower-grits/) - Spicy shrimp in creole seasonings over healthy "grits" made with cauliflower and cheese, this low-carb entree is soul food that is packed with delightful flavors. I feel like I'm being naughty, taking time to blog when I have so much homework to do, but I need to get this recipe up! You guys, I'm taking
- [Bulgur Corn & Asparagus Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bulgur-corn-asparagus-salad/) - with marinated feta, toasted pecans & dill pesto A hearty, yet lively and healthy, salad celebrating the springtime flavors of asparagus and lively sunflower dill pesto, tossed with nutty, chewy bulgur, peas and sweet corn, and topped with toasted pecans and marinated feta. I almost don't have words for this salad ... it's just something that
- [Sour Cherry Basil Antioxidant Water](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sour-cherry-basil-antioxidant-water/) - Tart cherries and fresh basil add a delightful tang, beautiful color and so many health benefits to simple water (or better yet: sparkling water!) I caught a nasty cold this summer from my mother. She warned me before we went to visit that she was sick, but I seriously (at the time) did not care. I felt
- [Dilly Potato Asparagus Frittata](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dilly-potato-asparagus-frittata/) - This frittata is like an open-faced omelet ... fluffy eggs with potato, sauteed asparagus, onion, a little sweet corn, some fresh dill and other herbs with lots of melty cheese. This was a breakfast creation I made for the family over the 4th of July weekend. They were a little confused when I took it
- [Shrimp & Roasted Asparagus Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-roasted-asparagus-salad/) - with marinated feta, toasted pinons (Pine nuts) and lemon avocado crema A super simple, yet super scrumptious, easy summer meal that's on the table in about 30 minutes. Faster than take-out and oh so much better (and better for you)! I first made this salad a little over a month ago. back when my daughter's
- [Strawberry Lemonade Slushies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-lemonade-slushies/) - both Adult and Kid-friendly versions On 4th of July weekend, I went to visit my family at my mom and dad's lake house. It was a typical summer weekend at the lake: there was swimming, boating, fishing, and lots of drinking. I made strawberry margaritas for the adults and then the kids wanted something too
- [Zucchini Bruschetta](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-bruschetta/) - Adapted oh so slightly from The Dinner Mom A low-carb yet delicious version of bruschetta with zucchini rounds stepping in for the bread. Yes, my friends, zucchini is your friend! I freaking adore bruschetta, but I've kind of mostly given up bread, not because I'm gluten free or anything, but I notice that when I
- [Apple Pie Smoothie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apple-pie-smoothie/) - Adapted from binging with babish. ~ Youtube.com/bgfilms A healthy apple smoothie that seriously tastes like apple pie! Happy 4th of July my dear friends. I thought I would bring you the most patriotic thing I could find in my foodie backlog for this special occasion ... I mean, what's more American than apple pie? I came across
- [Bacon Dill French Onion Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-dill-french-onion-dip/) - Creamy bacony French onion dip with a bit of Sunflower Dill Pesto and some Bacon Salt so it tastes almost a little bit like a Bacon Cheeseburger, even though the dip is totally vegetarian. Another plus is it's Greek yogurt based, so it's high in protein and low in fat. I have always had a
- [Sunflower Dill Pesto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sunflower-dill-pesto/) - I learn the most amazing things from vegetarians. I don't know what it is about them, but vegetarians seem to have a streak of culinary creativity that is just pure genius. Perhaps it's because they've removed meat from the equation so they have to find other means to add deliciousness to their meals ... I'm
- [Fresh Blueberry Apricot Coffee Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fresh-blueberry-apricot-coffee-cake/) - Adapted from Freeing my Martha Fresh apricots and blueberries make for delightful breakfast coffee cake that goes oh-so-perfectly with coffee or (my favorite morning beverage) chai tea. I know the chai purists will chastise me for saying "chai tea" because technically "chai" is the word for "tea", but in the US, there are soooo many
- [Blueberry Lavender Wine Rum Fizz](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-lavender-wine-rum-fizz/) - Blueberries and lavender simple syrup with spiced rum, white wine and club soda for sparkle. It's a simple, beautiful and very refreshing summer cocktail! I made this gorgeous blueberry lavender simple syrup because for some reason I bought too many blueberries at the store. (Yeah, these things happen in my life ... a lot.) Once
- [Beef Bruschetta Buddha Bowl](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/beef-bruschetta-buddha-bowl/) - Beef (or venison) slow cooked in juices until fall-apart tender, served on a bed of spinach with a bruschetta tomato mixture, farro, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzled with bacon ranch dressing on at the end for even more flavor, this pretty buddha bowl is full of colors, flavors, protein and, as any good buddha bowl
- [Bacon Asparagus Blue Cheese Tots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-asparagus-blue-cheese-tots/) - Who says eating veggies has to be boring? One of my favorite ways to enjoy veggies is veggie tots. I totally heart veggie tots!!! They are cute and bite-sized and delicious ... not to mention healthy. What a perfectly delicious, fun way to fit more vegetables into your diet. The other bit of awesomeness about veggie
- [Spicy Cilantro Lime Pesto w Cashews](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-cilantro-lime-pesto-w-cashews/) - Who says basil should get all the pesto glory? I love to mix up pestos with all sorts of other fresh herbs ... and cilantro has to be my #1 favorite. This zesty pesto goes well in anything Mexican: salsas, enchilada sauce, rice, beans ... or slather it on chicken, fish, steak, burgers, quesadillas ... it's
- [Spanish Asparagus Revuelto (Scrambled Eggs)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spanish-asparagus-revuelto-scrambled-eggs/) - I was searching around the interwebs for new ideas for asparagus and I stumbled across this gorgeous recipe from The New York Times and I was intrigued. Revuelto, what a beautiful word ... I've never heard that before. What does it mean? Google quickly helped me solve that conundrum. Revuelto means scrambled eggs. Ah! Of course!
- [Copycat Nebraska Runzas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/copycat-nebraska-runzas/) - Guided by tips from here, the Runza web site and bunches of other posts ... Nebraska is a nearby state. There's a thing in Nebraska that I never quite understood ... well, okay, there are a couple things in Nebraska that I don't really get. First of all, they're really really really serious about their football. I don't
- [Red White & Blue Berry Cheesecake Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/red-white-blue-berry-cheesecake-bites/) - Adapted slightly from The Kitchen is my Playground There are certain simple ideas that never occurred to me, but once I see them, I just HAVE to try them. That was the case with these pretty berry cheesecake bites. I saw them, pinned them, then shortly thereafter, walked into the kitchen and made them. I didn't have
- [Bacon Asparagus Sun-dried Tomato Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-asparagus-sun-dried-tomato-salad/) - with Bacon Ranch Dressing Roasted asparagus with fresh greens, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped sweet onions, bacon crumbles and topped with a homemade bacon ranch dressing ... this salad is so satisfying! And, dare I say, one that could tempt any salad-hater into a territory they might be okay with. I think the bacon ranch dressing
- [Ginger Rhubarb Scones](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ginger-rhubarb-scones/) - Tender little sweet surprising bits of candied ginger along with tart rhubarb sprinkled throughout these delightful, tender scones make for a great breakfast, dessert or snack. Every time I bit into one of these scones, intending to only take a bite, I'd end up eating the whole thing. Up until the past week or so, I've been pretty
- [Bacon Asparagus Ribbon Pizza w Zucchini Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-asparagus-ribbon-pizza-w-zucchini-crust/) - Zucchini crust recipe is from My Humble Kitchen A simple, but ah-mazing healthy pizza with a zucchini almond crust, shaved asparagus ribbons, sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, mozzarella cheese and basil chiffonade (cut into ribbons). The crust is completely gluten free, but so flavorful and delicious ... and it uses 4 cups of zucchini! I'm so psyched for
- [Kyr's Ooey Gooey Peanut Butter Mashup Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/kyrs-ooey-gooey-peanut-butter-mashup-bars/) - A chocolate cookie crust topped with chocolate, peanut butter and butterscotch chips, caramel, peanuts, cashews and then stuck together with a lovely sticky mixture of sweetened condensed milk, Bailey's Irish cream and vanilla. To make them extra pretty, I drizzled them with chocolate after cutting. My son made these ooey gooey bars ... at first
- [Baked Sriracha Ranch Asparagus Fries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-sriracha-ranch-asparagus-fries/) - Asparagus spears coated in cool & spicy sriracha ranch and crispy crunchy garlicky (and coincidentally gluten free!) crumbs and then oven-baked to crispy tender perfection, with extra Sriracha Ranch Dressing for dipping. I think I may have just stumbled upon asparagus nirvana. Crispy oven-baked things call to me. The crunch is what I crave. This morning when yoga
- [Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-rhubarb-crisp/) - Rhubarb and blueberries are beautiful companions. I just discovered this. I don't know why I didn't think of it earlier. Last summer I went all crazy on everything strawberry rhubarb, but in all my years of cooking, I never thought to pair blueberries with rhubarb. Perhaps it's because of the overabundance of strawberries I see in the
- [Lemony Asparagus & Kale Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemony-asparagus-kale-quinoa/) - with toasted pecans and crumbled feta Sweet spring asparagus nicely contrasts with the light bitterness of kale and a nutty chewy quinoa. A bright and lively lemon olive oil dressing brings out the best of both veggies. It's all topped with salty marinated feta cheese crumbles and crunchy toasted pecans. Serve it warm, as a side or
- [Shrimp & Avocado Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-avocado-salad/) - with Japanese Yum Yum Sauce Fresh shrimp with creamy avocado along with several other crunchy, colorful veggies, drizzled with Japanese Yum Yum Sauce, topped with fresh cilantro and toasted pine nuts, served with a wedge of lemon for squeezing over top. This is one of those "toss together" kinda salads, because I was starving for something
- [Ham Bone & Chickpea Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ham-bone-chickpea-soup/) - It's a cold, wet, rainy spring day with a brisk wind that almost feels wintry ... the kind of day that just chills you to the bone ... and your body just yearns a nice comforting bowl of hot, piping soup. This is a hearty soup to cuddle up with and let it surround you with
- [Blueberry Wild Violet Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-wild-violet-salad/) - with goat cheese crumbles, sweet roasted almond slices (not pictured), dandelion petals (optional) and a lovely honey lemon ginger dressing I'm a purple lover. Everything purple appeals to me. It's been like this since childhood. Since Donny Osmond and his silly purple socks. Who remembers that? I know ... I'm a dork. But even if
- [Blueberry Lavender Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blueberry-lavender-truffles/) - A lovely little sweet treat, laced with white chocolate, wild blueberries, a little cream cheese, vanilla and lavender, molded into pretty floral shapes. Of all the truffles I've made so far, these were my daughter's favorite. I'm thinking this would be a lovely Mother's Day gift ... or perhaps a pretty treat to serve at a graduation
- [Mexican Street Corn Salad w/Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mexican-street-corn-salad-wzucchini/) - Adapted from Jo Cooks and Caroline's Cooking An easy, "no cook" version of the popular Mexican Street Corn salad. If you've not seen it all over the interwebs, I've seen many versions of it floating about, in different forms. I wanted to try it the instant I saw it so my eyes were tuned to watch
- [Four Cheese Mushroom Cauliflower Risotto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/four-cheese-mushroom-cauliflower-risotto/) - A creamy cheesy risotto made with cauliflower rice and fresh mushrooms, so it's low in carbs and high in nutrients ... and it's still quite creamy and satisfying. Risotto is typically creamy from the starch in the rice. The stirring of the risotto turns the starch into a nice cream sauce. Since cauliflower has none
- [Roasted Cauliflower Nachos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-cauliflower-nachos/) - Crispy roasted cauliflower topped with melted cheese and classic Mexican nacho toppings makes for a delightful, healthy appetizer (or meal)! I bought a head of cauliflower on a whim a while ago, not sure what I'd make with it, but there it was, on the veggie shelf, staring at me. What was I supposed to
- [Mango Sunrise Margaritas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mango-sunrise-margaritas/) - This Mango Sunrise Margarita is a light, sparkly cocktail with fruity mango and a little tingle from club soda, lime, and the tiny hint of chipotle both on the rim and in the drink. The splash of grenadine adds a bit of sweet and a festive sunrise effect in the bottom of the glass. It's
- [Irish Cream Mocha Latte Magic Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-cream-mocha-latte-magic-bars/) - These bars go by many names and can be made in so many flavors. My son likes to refer to them as "mashup bars", while my yoga friends call them "orgasm bars" (because they taste like an orgasm in your mouth) ... my foodie friends refer to these type of bars as "magic bars". All
- [Pork Banh Mi Lettuce Wraps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pork-banh-mi-lettuce-wraps/) - All the Asian deliciousness of a Vietnamese Pork Banh Mi sandwich with the sweetly sauced pork, pickled veggies, crunchy peanuts and fresh cilantro, but in a crunchy, healthy lettuce wrap instead of a bun. I totally love these lettuce wraps even more than the sandwich! And it was very nice to hear at the event I served
- [Lemon Cream Cheese Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-cream-cheese-truffles/) - Lovely springtime lemon truffles that are perfectly creamy and sweet. You can get fancy and do them in molds with white chocolate, or just form them into balls and coat with white chocolate or roll them in powdered sugar. Either way, you're going to love these lovely sweet tart lemon bites of goodness. If you
- [Cheesy Cottage Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-cottage-pie/) - A hearty, comforting meat pie with cheesy potato "crust" that is surprisingly healthy, yet delightful, comforting meal. Carrots, sweet peas, broccoli and onions add flavor, texture, color, fiber and nutrients. After my daughter's birthday party, I found myself with leftover beef piroshki filling (from the party) AND also there were leftover mashed potatoes in the fridge.
- [White Cheddar Broccoli Potato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/white-cheddar-broccoli-potato-soup/) - Velvet-smooth white cheddar potato soup studded with bright green bits of broccoli. Topping it with bacon adds a nice smoky taste and a bit of crunch, but I offer several topping ideas to suit your own tastes/dietary restrictions. I made this soup by request from my son, who saw some post somewhere on social media and
- [Rainbow Fruit & Spinach Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rainbow-fruit-spinach-salad/) - with Honey Ginger Lime Dressing A rainbow of fruit (strawberries, mangoes, pineapple, red grapes and blueberries) served over a bed of spinach with crunchy toasted walnuts, creamy goat cheese and a honey ginger lime dressing. This salad came about because I suggested for my daughter's birthday party that we make fruit kebabs. And she loved that
- [Jeri's Fabulous Almond Torte](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/jeris-fabulous-almond-torte/) - A celebration of almonds in a dense, almond torte, this simple yet elegant dessert requires just a few ingredients! The top of it has a lovely crunch, with the rest of the torte all soft and chewy and wonderful. Last week my friend Jeri said to me, with excitement in her eyes, "Ann I made a torte
- [Baked Eggs in Bacon Zucchini Nests](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-eggs-in-bacon-zucchini-nests/) - Spiralized zucchini sauteed with onion and garlic makes a lovely "nest" for a baked egg. With a little cheese and some bacon, it's a delightful breakfast. It was Saturday morning, the morning I have my 8:30 yoga class. Sometimes 8:30 seems awfully early for a yoga class on Saturdays, but I've grown accustomed to it. But
- [Smoked Salmon Rose Cucumber Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoked-salmon-rose-cucumber-cups/) - Pretty little bites to serve for a ladies tea or cocktail party, with smoked salmon made into roses stuffed into a cucumber cup filled with seasoned cream cheese. Or hey, you could make them for yourself when you need a little pretty something to munch on. (Yeah, that's kinda what happened here.) I didn't really start
- [Long Live the Modern Taco Salad!](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/long-live-the-modern-taco-salad/) - My favorite salad of all time ... shredded slow-cooked bourbon chipotle pork, crispy Romaine lettuce, shredded Mexican cheese, chopped sweet peppers and avocado, black beans, corn and Nacho cheese Doritos with cashew cilantro salsa and Sriracha Ranch dressing. (salsa and dressing not pictured) This recipe is a takeoff copycat recipe from a favorite restaurant that
- [Mixed Vegetable Piroshki](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mixed-vegetable-piroshki/) - It's the morning after my daughter's 18th birthday party. She wanted a Dungeons and Dragons party. It was a wild time last night, quite a change from our normal quiet household. Eight rowdy teenagers who ate voraciously, talked, joked, laughed loudly and frequently broke into song. My daughter and I were way over-prepared in the food
- [Mushroom Zucchini Carbonara](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-zucchini-carbonara/) - A creamy egg-based sauce with bacon, parmesan, mushrooms and zucchini noodles, a dish that's both decadent and healthy all in one. A few years ago, I would have snubbed my nose at the thought of this recipe. Times have changed. Last year, in an effort to lose weight, I decided to try cutting carbs from my diet ...
- [The Best Pumpkin Pie Ever](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-pumpkin-pie-ever/) - Adapted from The Kitchn I've tried many a pumpkin pie recipe, trying to please my picky pumpkin eater son. We finally decided that this is our "forever" recipe for pumpkin pie. If you are picky about your pumpkin pie, this is seriously the best pumpkin pie ever. Especially if you care about texture. Because really,
- [Three-Cheese Broccoli Potato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/three-cheese-broccoli-potato-soup/) - If you can't decide whether you want Broccoli Cheddar Soup or Cheesy Potato Soup, why not have both in one bowl? This is a soup that tastes oh so super creamy and rich and cheesy with all the comfort of potato soup AND the rich cheesiness of Broccoli cheddar soup, but with a surprising healthy twist and a
- [Spiralized Rainbow Pad Thai](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spiralized-rainbow-pad-thai/) - Inspired by Oh She Glows A rainbow of vegetables partner with shrimp, chicken, eggs and traditional Pad Thai flavors to create a beautiful, vibrant, veggie-licious yet high protein meal full of delightful Asian flavors. It's amazing to eat hot right out of the pan, but also surprisingly good cold too, as a Pad Thai "salad". I decided
- [Spicy Cashew Red Pepper Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-cashew-red-pepper-dip/) - Roasted sweet mini peppers with toasted sweet cherry and grape tomatoes, creamy cashews, (of course!) garlic and a bit of serrano pepper to give it a kick, this dip has only a few ingredients, but it packs a lot of flavor. I had an interesting dilemma that led to this dip. First, I had over-purchased
- [Cheesy Carrot Cauliflower Tots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-carrot-cauliflower-tots/) - with Sriracha Ranch Dipping Sauce ... Adapted from Food Faith Fitness These cute little cauli-carrot tots are fun to snack on, especially when dunked in spicy Sriracha Ranch dipping sauce. They are very tender, gentle, with subtle, soft flavors on the inside and just a bit of crunch on the outside, which is why they go so
- [Wild Blueberry Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/wild-blueberry-pie/) - If blueberry pie can be sexy, I gotta say, this one really is. It's perfectly set, flavored just right with a lovely undertone of vanilla and a hint of lemon, but mostly just real blueberry flavor shining through. My daughter and I love to add a bit of pretty light whipped cream on top, you
- [Healthy Broccoli Mushroom Mac & Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/healthy-broccoli-mushroom-mac-cheese/) - with black bean penne and a cauliflower carrot three cheese sauce March is National Noodle Month. I had a #NoodleMonth party on my facebook page yesterday and gazing at all those lovely pasta dishes made me hungry for a cheesy pasta casserole ... not just any cheesy pasta casserole: specifically I wanted macaroni & cheese.
- [Mushroom Potato Hash](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-potato-hash/) - A simple dish that is so comforting and delicious ... and healthy, too! Mushrooms and potatoes fried up into a lovely hash, with a bit of cheese and a fried egg on top. This is my idea of breakfast paradise. The other day I was thinking back to many years ago when I lived in California.
- [Chocolate Irish Cream Mini Cupcakes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-irish-cream-mini-cupcakes/) - with Bailey's cream cheese frosting ... recipe adapted from King Arthur Flour and Family Fresh Meals I made these cupcakes for a yoga sleepover party that we're having tonight, by request from the hostess, who posted the recipe from King Arthur Flour on facebook and asked me to make them for her. And because she's a
- [Lucky Green Shamrock Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lucky-green-shamrock-pizza/) - with a spinach almond crust, lemon avocado sweet pea spread, Irish KerryGold Dubliner cheese and fresh cilantro. Who says grownups can't play with their food? This is a crazy idea that popped into my head after I made that lovely avocado green pea crostini, because a green pizza, with a green spread on top of a green
- [Lemon Avocado Sweet Pea Crostini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-avocado-sweet-pea-crostini/) - Adapted from Bacon Fatte Delightful little avocado toasts, with lemon, garlic, sweet peas and cilantro to liven up the party. The peas give the bright green spread a little sweetness plus they add fiber and nutrients. Perfect for breakfast or for a St. Patrick's Day celebration with a nice Irish beer, these little green crostini
- [Lemon Blueberry Meringue Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-blueberry-meringue-pie/) - Adapted from Crazy for Crust Tomorrow, March 14 (3.14), is Pi Day. It's a day celebrated by mathematicians and intellectual geeks everywhere. My kids and I are huge geeks, especially my son who just loves math, so Pi Day is a thing we (try to) celebrate at my house every year. On Sunday I asked
- [Easy Healthy Meatball Stroganoff](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-healthy-meatball-stroganoff/) - A quick healthy stovetop recipe you can have on the table in less than 30 minutes! Adapted from AllRecipes Use pre-made meatballs (store-bought or your own homemade meatballs) to get healthy, comforting stroganoff on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes! This light and healthy recipe is both delicious and satisfying. I'm not sure
- [Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-garlic-butter-chicken/) - Adapted just slightly from Moore or Less Cooking The other night my kids were wanting chicken, but we couldn't make our go-to recipe easy honey Teriyaki chicken because we were out of honey ... what to do? Well, I suggested to my kids we could look through my "recipes I want to try" Pinterest board and
- [Louisiana Seafood Gumbo](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/louisiana-seafood-gumbo/) - Adapted from Emeril's Classic Seafood Gumbo Made with ingredients readily available to land-lubbers everywhere, this classic southern seafood gumbo will transport your taste buds to Louisiana. When my sister and I went to New Orleans last year, one of my culinary goals on the trip was to have some good gumbo. I tasted three different gumbos
- [Mushroom Ricotta Meatballs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-ricotta-meatballs/) - Adapted from Cinnamon, Spice and Everything Nice Real meatballs enhanced with creamy ricotta cheese, sharp parmesan, earthy mushrooms, a bit of spinach and some Italian seasonings, bathed in a nice marinara. Serve over zoodles or spaghetti for a comforting, homemade meal. After I made those vegetarian mushroom "meatballs", that got me thinking about meatballs ...
- [Chicken Mushroom Pizza w/Spinach Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-mushroom-pizza-wspinach-crust/) - Adapted only just slightly from Hungry Girl Super easy, low-calorie, no-guilt pizza for one! The bright green crust reminds me of St Patrick's Day ... and while it's not like a yeast-y bread crust, it feels enough like pizza to be satisfying. It's been a long time since I posted a pizza recipe ... when
- [Spicy Mango Passionfruit Hurricane](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-mango-passionfruit-hurricane/) - This New Orleans favorite cocktail, the Hurricane, is perfect for Mardi Gras (or anytime you want a little fruity rum concoction) ... I put my own little twist on it by using Old New Orleans Cajun Spice Rum and adding some mango juice and just a little pinch of cayenne pepper. I was looking around for passionfruit juice
- [Cheesy Voodoo Oven Fries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-voodoo-oven-fries/) - Crispy baked cajun oven fries topped with with sausage, onions, peppers and a spicy, creamy creole Voodoo sauce Fat Tuesday is almost here! I'm pretty excited to celebrate this year after visiting New Orleans recently. The food down there was amazing ... my sister and I enjoyed some of the best seafood I've ever had. The
- [Cherry Chocolate Almond Mini Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-chocolate-almond-mini-muffins/) - Adapted from Texanerin Baking These little chocolate muffins made with almond flour have a dense, almost fudgy texture. The dark chocolate sensation hits you first, then there's a hint of cherry flavor and then your tongue lingers on the amazing texture that only almond flour can create. They are grain free and sweetened with honey, high in
- [Corned Beef & Cabbage Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/corned-beef-cabbage-salad/) - with roasted cauliflower, blue potatoes, Kerrygold Dubliner cheese and a creamy horseradish dijon dressing Strips of lean corned beef on top of a bed of spinach with crispy cabbage, roasted cauliflower, creamy Irish cheese and juicy tomatoes, with a creamy horseradish dijon dressing for drizzling. My dad's a big hunter ... well, actually I have
- [Cheddar Jalapeno Brussels Sprouts Poppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheddar-jalapeno-brussels-sprouts-poppers/) - Roasted crunchy creamy cheesy spicy goodness! Perfectly roasted brussels sprouts topped with spicy jalapeno cream cheese and a crunchy gluten free cheesy crumb topping. I've been on a brussels sprouts binge lately ... I'm so addicted to those tiny green cabbages! Every time I go to the store, I pick up more of them, with absolutely no plan of what
- [Garlic Rosemary Roasted Cauliflower](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garlic-rosemary-roasted-cauliflower/) - Crispy, rosemary garlic roasted cauliflower uses infused olive oil and tiny bits of feta for flavor ... the result is light and healthy, yet surprisingly addictive. Great as a side dish or as an addition to a salad, but honestly I could eat nothing but this for an entire meal ... or maybe a bunch of
- [Eggplant Pontchartrain](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/eggplant-pontchartrain/) - Inspired by New Orleans Menu, The Crack Cookbook and some New Orleans restaurants that piqued my curiousity by putting this deliciousness on their menu. Crispy eggplant rounds topped with a creamy Cajun white wine seafood sauce laced with mushrooms, onions and bell peppers, this lightened up version of the popular Louisiana dish is to die for. Named
- [Chinese Hot & Sour Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chinese-hot-sour-soup/) - The classic hot and sour soup that is so popular at Chinese restaurants is a quick, easy soup to make at home! It tastes so good, I had two bowls of it before I could stop myself. I have a friend at work whose family used to run a popular Chinese restaurant here in town. Honestly,
- [Ham & Broccoli Breakfast Scramble Supreme](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ham-broccoli-breakfast-scramble-supreme/) - Ham, broccoli, a bit of onion, tomato and eggs all scrambled up in a quick gluten free, high protein breakfast skillet that is healthy, yet surprisingly satisfying. The bursts of juiciness from the tomatoes along with the heartiness of the eggs and ham and the fresh crisp-tender of the broccoli make this a healthy breakfast that is
- [Cashew Shrimp Cauli-Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cashew-shrimp-cauli-fried-rice/) - A delightful cauliflower fried rice recipe with mushrooms, shrimp and cashews. Low in carbs and high in flavor, this dish delivers lots of flavor without a lot of calories. If you're trying to lose weight, this healthy delicious dish will help get you there -- if you're trying to maintain your weight, add this light
- [Corned Beef & Mini Cabbage Egg Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/corned-beef-mini-cabbage-egg-rolls/) - A fun Irish twist on traditional egg rolls, these healthy baked egg rolls are stuffed with corned beef, roasted Brussel sprouts, bamboo shoots, shallots, a bit of sauce and some Irish cheese. I love love love egg rolls, in all shapes and forms. The classic Chinese egg rolls are delightful, Vietnamese spring rolls make me
- [Smoky Broccoli Beer Cheese Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-broccoli-beer-cheese-soup/) - . A beautiful creamy beer cheese soup with lovely chunks of broccoli and a nice hint of smoke from smoked paprika and chipotle. Two of my favorite soups are beer cheese soup and broccoli cheese soup (and yes, cheese being the common theme there), but somehow I never thought to combine them until I was sitting
- [Asian Orange Chicken Brussel Sprouts Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asian-orange-chicken-brussel-sprouts-salad/) - with Chinese orange ginger dressing, toasted almonds and sesame seeds An Asian orange chicken salad with an unexpected twist ... shredded Brussel Sprouts step in for the greens! Also, the Brussels sprouts (and cabbage) are cooked just a bit (to improve the flavors). The result was a nicely crisp tender salad with added crunch from the almonds
- [Zoodles with Parmesan Mushroom Meatballs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zoodles-with-parmesan-mushroom-meatballs/) - Adapted slightly from Cooktoria A healthy, delicious meatless dish made from mushrooms, zucchini (ok, I used yellow squash), and a bit of cheese and breadcrumbs that is surprisingly convincing at masquerading as the "real" thing. Meatballs made of mushrooms? Yes, I went there. Yes, if you pay close attention, you will be able to tell there really
- [Honey Orange Thyme Marinated Cheddar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-orange-thyme-marinated-cheddar/) - Adapted slightly from A Nutritionist Eats Creamy aged cheddar marinated in a touch of honey, extra virgin olive oil, and a little garlic with a hint of orange and a light dance of red pepper. It's a delightful way to serve up cheese that will take your guests by surprise. A long, long time ago I
- [Spicy Mango Dark & Stormy](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-mango-dark-stormy/) - A tropical twist on the classic Dark & Stormy, this lively cocktail intermingles the flavors of ginger, mango, spiced rum, and lime with a hint of mint. Gifts.com recently sent me a beautiful copper mug from their new customizable bar line. I promised I'd post a cocktail recipe (and I had something like this in mind at
- [Kung Pao Cauliflower](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/kung-pao-cauliflower/) - Inspired by Bon Appetit I freaking love everything Kung Pao ... so when I stumbled across this fabulous recipe for Kung Pao brussel sprouts, I knew I wanted to try it. But as I was thinking it over, I thought ... hmmm, wouldn't cauliflower be better with the intense Kung Pao sauce than Brussel Sprouts?
- [Sausage & White Cheddar Spinach Balls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sausage-white-cheddar-spinach-balls/) - These savory little spinach balls are a great way to re-purpose leftover stuffing after a big meal. They have just the right mix of flavors to make them totally addictive ... I found myself eating them for breakfast, lunch, mid-afternoon snacks ... you name it, these spinach balls were my food buddies. My first attempt
- [Lavender Pear Bellini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lavender-pear-bellini/) - . A festive cocktail for the holidays and the New Year! Hello 2017. It's January. Oh January! It's always so cold this time of year that it seems all people want to do is stay inside and sleep. But where I grew up, January was also a time to party. We had many a good blizzard party
- [Secretly Skinny Spinach Artichoke Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/secretly-skinny-spinach-artichoke-dip/) - Yes, I have mastered the delightful creamy goodness of spinach artichoke dip with none of the guilt! My "secret" for making this dip light and healthy is ... cauliflower. Yes, cauliflower. It sounds unlikely, but this versatile white vegetable that is so good at disguising itself as rice and potatoes ... and it makes dreamy
- [Chocolate Caramel Nut Magic Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-caramel-nut-magic-bars/) - I lied. The name of these bars is not "Chocolate Caramel Nut Magic Bars" ... the real name for this recipe came about because I gave a box of these lovely bars to my yoga friend for her birthday. She told everyone at yoga how wonderful they were ... so then I had to make them
- [Italian Cauliflower Nachos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/italian-cauliflower-nachos/) - Crispy roasted cauliflower topped with classic Italian toppings and melty mozzarella cheese, these nachos are a wonderful mix of healthy and decadence that will satisfy your snack cravings, yet fill your body with healthy goodness at the same time. I've been wanting to make Italian nachos for a long, long time. I used to love
- [Turkey Wild Rice Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turkey-wild-rice-soup/) - Creamy yet healthy, this turkey wild rice soup transforms leftovers into a dreamy hot bowl of comfort and deliciousness. I came home from Christmas with some special treasures ... you might think I mean Christmas presents, but no, those weren't my biggest treasures ... although I had my fair share of lovely presents this year and
- [Buffalo Chicken Potato Skins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buffalo-chicken-potato-skins/) - Two appetizers become one! ... imagine the spicy goodness of buffalo chicken stuffed into a crispy potato skin shell ... with melted blue cheese crumbles on top. You can make this with chicken, or, if you're vegetarian (or a little more adventurous), try the cauliflower version. Either way, you won't be disappointed. I seriously love
- [Buffalo Blue Cheese Cauliflower Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buffalo-blue-cheese-cauliflower-dip/) - My Wednesday night yoga group had our 5th (or possibly 6th?) annual white elephant yoga Christmas party last week ... we all bring a white elephant gift and some good food to share. And wine, of course. There's always wine. This year there was turmeric tea, too, for our friends who don't drink. First we do
- [Corned Beef & Cabbage Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/corned-beef-cabbage-stew/) - Adapted from Family Fresh Meals I recently made a great big hunk of corned venison. Corned venison tastes very much like corned beef, really, so don't be too concerned if you don't have venison in your life. A good corned beef will work just fine in this recipe. (Corned venison, is, however, much leaner and healthier,
- [Spicy Asian Chex Mix](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-asian-chex-mix/) - I've always adored Chex mix from the time I was a kid ... and I've always loved Asian snack mixes ... especially the spicy ones (at least since adult-ing happened to me) ... and the holidays always seem to be the time when I most want a good snack mix, both for myself and for
- [Spiced Rum Sugar Plums](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spiced-rum-sugar-plums/) - Adapted from ChinDeep I have long been curious about sugar plums ... I had a daughter in dance for many many years and had the privilege of watching the Nutcracker multiple times ... the dance of the Sugar Plum fairy always comes to mind whenever I hear (see) "Sugar Plum" spoken or written. Recently my
- [Ski Resort Gingerbread House](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ski-resort-gingerbread-house/) - Gingerbread recipe from Food.com There was a gingerbread house competition at work last week. Our boss asked for volunteers to create a house to represent our team and of course I raised my hand (... or, more accurately, I responded to her email). I didn't know who else signed up until the initial meeting ...
- [Bacon Chipotle Butternut Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-chipotle-butternut-soup/) - A creamy butternut squash soup that balances the sweetness of the squash with the salty smokiness of bacon, shredded Gruyere cheese, fresh sage and a bit of chipotle pepper to make it dance on your tongue. My friend had given me some butternut squash and my mom had some beautiful sage still growing in her garden at
- [Creamy Creole Chicken Zoodles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-creole-chicken-zoodles/) - Adapted from Texanerin Baking You know those rich, decadent cajun cream fettuccine dishes that they serve at Italian restaurants? This dish tastes JUST like that. The sauce is super creamy and rich ... and somehow with the amazingly rich cajun cream sauce on top, the zucchini noodles actually trick the tongue into believing they are real noodles. The
- [Baked Butternut Brown Rice Risotto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-butternut-brown-rice-risotto/) - Fresh sage and Asiago cheese really balance out the sweetness of the squash and the brown rice gives it a nutty taste, creating a savory, comforting, creamy rice dish that I just want to snuggle up with as the chill of December settles upon us. This risotto is baked to simplify the process ... there's just
- [West African Peanut Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/west-african-peanut-stew/) - I ran across this stew when Cotter Crunch posted hers ... and it immediately struck me as something I just HAD to try! I pinned it on my "Recipes I Want to Try" board and vowed to make it sometime soon. Well, then last month I did an event where I served soups and sandwiches.
- [Denver Omelet Stuffed Potato Skins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/denver-omelet-stuffed-potato-skins/) - I made baked potato soup for my son last week, and when I was scooping the flesh out for the soup, I was very careful to leave a little bit of potato edge in the skins, saving them for ME ... you see, I absolutely adore crispy crunchy potato skins. I couldn't wait to bake
- [Cranberry Fig Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-fig-salad/) - with wine-poached figs, crumbled blue cheese, pomegranates and toasted pecans I know, I know ... it's the holidays and most of the things I'm posting are ... um ... healthy. Yeah, I know that's unusual in the food blogger realms lately. Everyone seems to be posting goodies galore ... not me. I'm definitely not in
- [Thanksgiving Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/thanksgiving-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Well another Thanksgiving has passed us by ... only one of my sisters came to my parents' place this year. My sisters aren't speaking to each other right now, so I guess I only get to see one at a time. I wish they would make peace ... I have only heard one side, but
- [Spicy Turkey Nacho Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-turkey-nacho-soup/) - A creamy, cheesy Tex Mex-style nacho soup loaded with leftover turkey (or chicken), black beans, corn, onions, tomatoes, pepper and cilantro. Serve with crunchy corn chips, cheese and a few fresh cilantro leaves on top. It's the day after Thanksgiving and it's time for turkey soup! I always seem to crave Mexican food after Thanksgiving.
- [Maple Lavender Wine Poached Figs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-lavender-wine-poached-figs/) - If you're looking for an elegant, healthier Thanksgiving dessert that's stunning yet super easy to make, I have you covered. If you have access to fresh figs, you're golden. If you don't ... well, then I would recommend trying this recipe for wine-poached pears. Wine poached pears are divine ... and that is why I decided
- [Cranberry Kale Quinoa Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cranberry-kale-quinoa-salad/) - with pomegranate seeds, blue cheese crumbles, toasted pecans & bacon and (optional) a maple balsamic vinaigrette A perfect mix of tastes and textures in a bowl of beauty that's a feast for the eyes ... nutty quinoa with the sweet tart of the cranberries and pomegranate arils, crunchy pecans, creamy blue cheese and salty bacon.
- [Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-balsamic-vinaigrette/) - I made this dressing for a cranberry salad that I made recently ... the salad was delicious (and I will blog it sometime soon), but the dressing was so fabulous, I decided it deserves its own post. It's very simple to make ... and the flavors are wonderful together. It goes really well on any
- [Twice Baked Cauli-Tatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/twice-baked-cauli-tatoes/) - It's almost time for Thanksgiving ... one of my favorite holidays of the year. I'm so excited! But it's also a time when it's hard to stick to your healthy eating goals. Since most people gain weight over the holidays, at work, we have a #ProjectZero challenge where (for those who accept the challenge) we
- [The Best Eggplant Parmesan (Gluten Free!)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-best-eggplant-parmesan-gluten-free/) - I am guessing you probably hear claims of "the best" this or that recipe all over the interwebs ... so perhaps you might be asking what right have I to claim that THIS one is the best? ... what is it that makes THIS eggplant parmesan so special? It's simply that it's saucy, yet crispy and crunchy
- [Vietnamese Pork Banh Mi Sandwiches](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/vietnamese-pork-banh-mi-sandwiches/) - Pulled pork mixed with a delightful Asian sauce, topped with pickled radishes, carrots and onions, chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro. Full of good sweet/salty/saucy Asian flavors! Click for the recipe.
- [Spicy Chorizo Zuppa Toscana](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-chorizo-zuppa-toscana/) - I was gifted some kale from my sister's garden ... and I just dreamed of making a sausage, potato, & kale soup ... I said this to one of my friends and they said ... "oh, you mean Zuppa Toscana, like Olive Garden?" ... uh, yeah. I hadn't thought of that, somehow (I very rarely go
- [Italian Garlic Bread Crisps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/italian-garlic-bread-crisps/) - There's an annual event that several of my yoga friends and I do together once or twice a year. We call it "Wine & Design" and it involves, yes, wine, but also lots of local artists ... and they convinced me years ago that I needed to do the food. The first year my food
- [Mexican Fiesta Rice Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mexican-fiesta-rice-cups/) - These festive, snack-size bites are a great way to repurpose leftover Spanish rice and taco meat and they are so easy to make! My daughter absolutely loves Spanish rice. Whenever we go to a Mexican restaurant, she wants none of the beans, just the rice ... and she can eat a huge plate full of just rice,
- [Chipotle Cowboy Caviar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chipotle-cowboy-caviar/) - Recently we had our annual United Way fundraising drive at work. Our CEO came around and talked to us personally, at each team in the company, to challenge us to increase our donation this year by $2 per week. Being the analytical type of person that I am, I did the math. $2 per week
- [Sweet Pepper Asiago Zucchini Tots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sweet-pepper-asiago-zucchini-tots/) - When I did my kid-friendly cooking class and I shared my broccoli cheddar tots with my friends, I also made up a batch of these zucchini tots so my friends could sample the tots with a different "featured" veggie. Zucchini is marvelous in tots because it has such a mild flavor and it just soaks
- [Cheesy Sausage & Corn Stuffed Mini Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-sausage-corn-stuffed-mini-peppers/) - It is harvest crunch time in middle America ... when all of us with gardens and plants outside that we want to keep are fervently watching the weather to make sure our precious harvest doesn't carelessly go to waste. I recently ran up to visit my parents. It was a quick trip, but they mentioned
- [Pumpkin Cake w/Chocolate Cheesecake Swirl #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-cake-wchocolate-cheesecake-swirl-choctoberfest/) - This is my third recipe for #Choctoberfest and I'm super excited to share it with you! Thanks to Hurricane Matthew, shipments of Imperial Sugar were delayed, but I finally received mine, along with an adorable apron and a silicon mat that I know I will use a LOT! (Incidentally, I think that's included in the
- [BBQ Cheddar Mini Meatloaves](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bbq-cheddar-mini-meatloaves/) - It's International Cook with your Kids day! I absolutely love cooking with kids and have done endless cooking projects with all the kids in my life ... both mine and my sister's kids. If I had other kids in my life, chances are I'd pull them into the kitchen with me too. Kids make cooking
- [Better than Rotisserie Crockpot Chicken](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/better-than-rotisserie-crockpot-chicken/) - Adapted slightly from Cooking on the Ranch who got the recipe from The Unorthodox Epicure (I am sad that I cannot locate his version of the recipe!) The other day, when Cooking on the Ranch posted this recipe, I immediately wanted to try it. My daughter is a chicken fanatic and rotisserie chicken is something she often requests when
- [Strawberry Chocolate Chip Pancake Tacos #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-chocolate-chip-pancake-tacos-choctoberfest/) - Another fun post to celebrate #Choctoberfest ... and also "International Cook with Your Kids Day" ... I think this post is SO fitting ... because ... Every morning I make chocolate chip pancakes (with mini chocolate chips) for my daughter for breakfast. I make the batter ahead of time and keep it in the fridge so
- [Chocolate Raspberry Ricotta Cake #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-raspberry-ricotta-cake-choctoberfest/) - Inspired by Epicurious This post was created for #Choctoberfest ... an awesome annual blogger event where many bloggers team up with some great sponsors to share our love of chocolate. Oh, and there's a fabulous giveaway involved! Run over and enter now. Sooo ... on to the recipe. I went to visit my parents last weekend
- [Sausage & Kale Frittata](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sausage-kale-frittata/) - Last weekend I wanted a frittata. A healthy egg-y breakfast with cheese and vegetables ... plus I had some leftover cooked breakfast sausage in my fridge that I decided to toss in. The flavor of the sausage with the kale and egg and cheese was magnificent. My stomach was pleased. My taste buds were happy. There
- [Roasted Tomato Red Pepper Bisque](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-tomato-red-pepper-bisque/) - Adapted heavily from Girl Gone Gourmet A sweet and savory soup to soothe your soul. Heirloom tomatoes are roasted with mini sweet peppers, carrot, onion and garlic to soften and intensify their natural flavors. The soup is then cooked and pureed with fresh herbs, a little light cream and Greek cream cheese. The result is as
- [Cardamom Curry Eggplant Tomato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cardamom-curry-eggplant-tomato-soup/) - Can soup be sexy? I think this one is. Silky and velvety, rich and lightly spicy and laced with exotic flavors, this curried eggplant tomato soup is so enticing, I found myself licking the bowl to get every last drop. Can you tell I'm a little smitten with this soup? I came up with the idea after
- [Cucumber & Yellow Watermelon Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cucumber-yellow-watermelon-salad/) - with fresh mint, figgy goat cheese & toasted walnuts I have been wanting to make this salad for weeks I think ... but waiting until the watermelon and the cucumber are both present in my house at the same time AND I have the time and inclination to make and eat salad. It happened one
- [Sunflower Fig Zucchini Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sunflower-fig-zucchini-bread/) - Do you ever get bored with the same old zucchini bread recipe? I do ... so sometimes I have to go out on a limb and make a new flavor. And this time I had some fresh figs that needed using ... and making a figgy zucchini bread sounded fun. I constantly wonder about the figgy
- [(Better than Starbucks) Iced Chai Latte](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/better-than-starbucks-iced-chai-latte/) - The classic Indian form of spiced tea, chilled ... this is a creamy iced chai latte with extra flavor from whole ginger, anise, cloves and cinnamon sticks, sweetened with honey and stevia and topped with light whipped cream, a sprinkle of nutmeg and a little drizzle of caramel. I decided that in my Indian cooking
- [Cheesy Seafood Kale Stuffed Eggplant](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-seafood-kale-stuffed-eggplant/) - In her garden, my mom plants these gorgeous eggplant that are light purple/white and shaped like a globe. Every time she gives me one, I think it really is perfect for stuffing. It's just the right size. This time she gave me THREE of them and I was sooooo happy. (Eggplant make me a little
- [Fermented Heirloom Tomato Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fermented-heirloom-tomato-salsa/) - Last month I convinced my parents to come down to visit me. I know they are busy with all of their garden things and grandchildren things and their projects, but I needed their help. They also brought me a big box of lovely veggies from their garden and Dad brought me a container of his fermented
- [Zucchini Chanterelle Brown Rice Risotto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-chanterelle-brown-rice-risotto/) - A creamy, nutty, comforting risotto that is much easier to make than traditional risotto ... the rice is baked in the oven, rather than cooked on the stovetop with constant stirring like traditional risotto. This risotto is finished with about 5 minutes of stirring stovetop, which brings out the starches from the rice and makes that
- [Tomato Basil Upside Down Focaccia](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tomato-basil-upside-down-focaccia/) - Inspired by Ally's Kitchen Think bruschetta baked right into focaccia ... with cheese and sauteed onion. It's a little like a pizza, but in an upside-down cake sort of way. It's a delightful savory, yeasted upside down cake with focaccia stepping in to replace the cake batter. It could be a show-stealing appetizer, a snack,
- [Indian Creamed Spinach with Cheese (Saag Paneer)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/indian-creamed-spinach-with-cheese-saag-paneer/) - Adapted/lightened from Food Network I have to teach an Indian cooking class ... which made me realize I've been slacking on Indian recipes on my blog. I've got lots of curries, yes, but not so many other Indian recipes. Perhaps many Indian recipes ARE indeed curry recipes, but I think I tend towards the Thai
- [Garden Harvest Moussaka](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garden-harvest-moussaka/) - A hearty, meaty, comforting layered casserole with enticing spices, Moussaka is the Greek version of lasagna. I lighten mine up and make it a little easier to make as well by using yogurt whisked with some eggs to make the bechamel sauce for the top. Moussaka tastes like home to me ... it's a dish
- [Indian Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/indian-butter-chicken-murgh-makhani/) - A lighter, healthier version of one of the best-known, most popular Indian chicken recipes ... in the US, we typically call it Indian Butter Chicken ... mine is a lightened up version of a recipe from New York Times I am SUPER excited to post this recipe because this is one of my all-time favorite recipes ... something I
- [Crunchy Cheesy Italian Eggplant Fries (Baked)](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crunchy-cheesy-italian-eggplant-fries-baked/) - Last weekend I made up a batch of these yummy crunchy baked eggplant fries and I spent the week enjoying them for lunches and snacks ... I ate them plain, I dipped them in some homemade salsa and also in some garlicky Greek Tzatziki sauce that I made with one of the cucumbers from my
- [Baked Brie with Figs, Pistachios & Walnuts](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baked-brie-with-figs-pistachios-walnuts/) - Adapted from The Mediterranean Dish I've always dreamed of making a fancy baked brie piled high with lots of sweet fruity jam, fruits and nuts. Really, I'm not sure what was holding me back other than I needed an occasion to take it to ... you don't really want to bake up a big ol'
- [Asian Quick Pickled Veggies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asian-quick-pickled-veggies/) - Adapted from Canning and Cooking at Home Slightly sweet (and spicy if add a few hot peppers to the mix), these Asian-style refrigerator pickles are so simple to make! No need to can, just heat and stir together the vinegar, sugar, & salt and pour them over the veggies, then refrigerate. (You don't even have
- [Bacon Mushroom Zucchini Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-mushroom-zucchini-fried-rice/) - Bacon-y goodness comes to fried rice, with hearty mushrooms and zucchini, carrots and red onion, and, of course, copious amounts of scrambled eggs. It's an irresistable combination to anyone who loves fried rice. (Do you know anyone who doesn't love fried rice? I don't think I do ...) The idea of bacon fried rice came to
- [Perfect Baked Steak Fries](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/perfect-baked-steak-fries/) - This is a super simple way to make perfectly crispy and perfectly seasoned oven fries. I could eat nothing but these for days ... I kind of did, having them for dinner one night and then breakfast the next and I'm still wanting to go make them again tonight. I even caught myself dreaming about them last
- [Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-zucchini-bread/) - My mother has been trying new flavors of zucchini bread ... she told me the most popular flavor she's made lately is the peanut butter one. She makes hers with peanut butter chips ... my mom is not a big fan of chocolate, but she does like peanut butter. Mom didn't give me a recipe,
- [Easy Cucumber Heirloom Tomato Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-cucumber-heirloom-tomato-salad/) - Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best. I've made this simple 4 or 5 ingredient salad countless times this summer ... even before I had fresh garden tomatoes and cucumbers, but it's even better with the pretty multi-colored heirloom tomatoes and a crisp fresh from the garden cucumber. It takes but 5 minutes to make, so
- [(Small Batch) Bourbon Raspberry Fig Jam](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/small-batch-bourbon-raspberry-fig-jam/) - Adapted from Flavor the Moments A beautiful bright red figgy berry jam with no pectin or canning required ... The very first time I ever purchased fresh figs in my life happened a few weeks ago and it was VERY spur of the moment. I was at Costco ... one of my friends had found these
- [Roasted Mushroom Kale Quinoa Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-mushroom-kale-quinoa-salad/) - with blue cheese crumbles and toasted walnuts I wasn't sure whether to call this a salad or a pilaf. I guess if you eat it cold, it's a salad. If you eat it warm, it's a pilaf, right? Or maybe it's a skillet casserole? It can be a side dish ... or a delicious meatless meal.
- [Cheesy Bacon Zucchini Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-bacon-zucchini-pie/) - A melty cheesy pie made with zucchini, bacon, onion, garlic and eggs. Enjoy it for breakfast, or brunch, or dinner, or anytime! I made a full cup of millet when I made the veggie-licious millet cakes, mostly because I've never tried making anything with millet and I was curious what else I could do with
- [Grilled Chipotle Walnut Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/grilled-chipotle-walnut-salsa/) - A smoky salsa made on the grill! While you're grilling up your meat, pop some tomatoes, garlic, onion and peppers on the fire as well and make yourself a spicy smoky good salsa, perfect for dipping or for spooning over your eggs in the morning. This beautiful deep red smoky grilled salsa is marvelous in breakfast burritos,
- [Lavender Cream Cheese Stuffed Figs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lavender-cream-cheese-stuffed-figs/) - I found some fresh figs ... right here in the midwest where such exotic things oh so rarely make an appearance. The foodie in me has been extremely jealous of all the fresh fig recipes I see online ... I always ooh and ah over them, wishing, oh wishing, that I could experience this marvelous-ness that is
- [Veggie-licious Millet Cakes & Cookbook Review](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/veggie-licious-millet-cakes-cookbook-review/) - My dear friend Sonali (a.k.a, The Foodie Physician) has written another wonderful book! I have contributed recipes in some her books in the past ... but when contacted about this one, I have to admit I hesitated, because I thought at my stage of life, with a daughter who's just entering her senior year in college
- [Turmeric Roasted Eggplant & Chickpea Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turmeric-roasted-eggplant-chickpea-salad/) - with a rainbow of colorful veggies, feta cheese, toasted pine nuts (pinons) & a cucumber tahini yogurt dressing. It's like hummus, deconstructed, in salad form, with extra color, feta and a little crunch. Mom and Dad gave me a big beautiful eggplant from their garden the last time I saw them and despite all the
- [Kalua Pork Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/kalua-pork-fried-rice/) - I am trying to catch up with all the recipes in my backlog ... this one is from last June when I made the food for our Summer Bash party at Little Cellar Wine Company/Coffea. It was a great party with wonderful music, food and beer, but as usual, I made WAY too much food.
- [Summer Garden Curry Baked Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/summer-garden-curry-baked-eggs/) - It's harvest season ... a time of year I absolutely love. I personally don't have much of a garden (other than the massive container garden on my patio which is mostly flowers and herbs this year), mostly because I find myself too busy to tend to it and partly because I live in a forest.
- [Modern Taco Salad w/Shredded Pork](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/modern-taco-salad-wshredded-pork/) - with black beans, corn, fresh garden tomatoes and Sriracha Ranch Dressing We have a favorite restaurant that we frequent. We bring family and friends there because it's a place where everyone can find something they love. This place is called The Diner and it's always busy. The wait staff is friendly and competent and it's always
- [Bacon Walnut Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-walnut-blue-cheese-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Creamy blue cheese with crunchy walnuts and smoky bacon, with a bit of cream cheese, garlic, onion, spinach and sweet pepper, all snuggled into a warm mushroom ... now there's a bite-sized dream come true! (Not that I dreamt of these or anything ... okay, well, maybe I did ... except I don't really recall
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Upside Down Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-upside-down-cake/) - Adapted from Eating Well A gorgeous fruity cake, with a pretty design on top and an ooey gooey caramel sauce that forms by itself on the bottom of the pan. When you flip it over, all that gorgeous caramel drips down over the fruit and the cake and it tastes just like heaven. I love the way
- [Asparagus Smoked Salmon Sushi](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asparagus-smoked-salmon-sushi/) - This sushi roll was inspired by one of my favorite bagel toppings ... smoked salmon and cream cheese. Sesame roasted asparagus and matchstick carrots on top of that add a nice flavor and crunch, a bit of green onion provides a little bite and then, a little bit of sriracha for that tingle on the tongue that is so
- [Piña Colada Bread Pudding Cupcakes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pina-colada-bread-pudding-cupcakes/) - This is where bread pudding and Piña Coladas collide ... in a beautiful, little cupcake form. This recipe was born when I had too many Hawaiian buns left after the summer bash at Little Cellar Wine Company / Coffea last month. The buns turned slightly hard after a bit, so my kids wouldn't eat them, but they still
- [Smoky Roasted Garlic Zummus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-roasted-garlic-zummus/) - Is it just me or is this zummus smiling at us? Tomorrow is National Zucchini Day! I am super excited because Mom and Dad brought me some of their beautiful striped zucchini from their garden. I had received one large "gift" zucchini a bit ago from a mystery donor (someone who brought zucchini to work
- [Zucchini Kale Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-kale-fried-rice/) - Hurrah garden season is here! I am a garden beggar this year ... the only plants I have growing in my little container garden are herbs and a single tomato plant. Oh, and there are two little sweet pepper plants that refuse to die from last year ... and they are stubbornly making peppers, despite
- [Pineapple Blueberry Cloud Parfaits](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pineapple-blueberry-cloud-parfaits/) - This is the quintessential summertime dessert! Light and fruity, with a creamy yogurt mascarpone mousse ... it tastes decadent and luscious ... add candied almond slices on top for a delightful crunch that contrasts perfectly with the rest of the tastes and textures. My uncle was in town this weekend ... my aunt who just moved here recently
- [Coconut Mango Macadamia Zucchini Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/coconut-mango-macadamia-zucchini-bread/) - Hurrah zucchini season has arrived! I got my first BIG zucchini from an unknown friend at work who had left some zucchini from their garden in the break room with a little note: Please take and enjoy! Oh I love fresh garden zucchini. I made some delicious zucchini kale fried rice with it, but it
- [Dirty Mai Tai Cocktail](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dirty-mai-tai-cocktail/) - Ages ago, when I was young and a bartender (at the time, being old enough to be a bartender felt "old", LOL!), I loved to make cocktails for my friends. One of my favorites was the Mai Tai. I got the recipe from a Dole mini recipe booklet and I still have that little recipe
- [Hawaiian Shrimp Street Tacos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hawaiian-shrimp-street-tacos/) - This recipe is inspired by Tre, one of our local restaurants. One night my yoga friends and I were at Tre, hanging out on their beautiful patio having a drink after yoga and some of us were having a little bite to eat as well. My friend Kay ordered the Caribbean Shrimp Street Tacos and
- [Tropical Pineapple Mango Coleslaw](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tropical-pineapple-mango-coleslaw/) - My friend describes this salad like this: it is a slaw like no slaw you've ever had before. It's tropical, fruity, crunchy, with hints of orange, pineapple, mango, mint and cilantro and crunchy, salty roasted macadamias on top. I have made it my lunch on several occasions by topping with shrimp and a drizzle of Sriracha. It goes
- [Honey Mango Rose Italian Cream Soda](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-mango-rose-italian-cream-soda/) - My daughter and I love to make Italian Cream Sodas in the summertime. We've dreamed up some pretty fantabulous flavors over the years ... but we strive for at least one new flavor every year. This year's idea was hers. The color of this delicious cream soda is subtle ... not as vibrant as some
- [Easy Breakfast Chilaquiles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-breakfast-chilaquiles/) - There is this thing in California that I didn't quite "get" until I tried it ... one of my friends used to order these every single morning for breakfast and she would just RAVE about them. I struggled to understand her obsession. Chilaquiles is a traditional Mexican dish that's really very simple in concept. You
- [Basil Spinach & Corn Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/basil-spinach-corn-quinoa/) - I just adore the nutty chewiness that is quinoa. It's like nothing else ... and it's so wonderfully healthy and good for you too! I had some cooked quinoa in my fridge that needed sprucing up and some fresh spinach that needed to be used quickly, so I grabbed a few of my favorite ingredients
- [Spicy Devil Creole Shrimp Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-devil-creole-shrimp-dip/) - It's a shrimp dip with that creole bayou twist! I made this dip for our "dip day" at work ... they supplied the chips, we were supposed to bring the dips. We had lots of wonderful dips. I truly loved them all ... but I have to say, this one was still my favorite. There's
- [Hawaiian Mojito](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hawaiian-mojito/) - When I first made that fabulous coconut pineapple mixer to make my Hawaiian Fizz cocktail, I didn't realize just how MUCH mixer it makes! I made drinks for everyone at my Hawaiian Luau cooking class, but still I had a lot left. I made Hawaiian fizzes for my yoga friends and still I had more.
- [Smoked Salmon Avocado Sushi Roll](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoked-salmon-avocado-sushi-roll/) - A beautiful homemade sushi roll with smoked salmon, avocado, cucumber, wasabi sauce, Yum Yum sauce and sesame seeds. After I made my "South Dakota Sushi" (a.k.a, my Turkey & Cream Cheese sushi), my friend kept laughing at me ... I couldn't see him because he lives about a 4-hour drive from my house, but I could hear
- [Pineapple Mango Pina Colada](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pineapple-mango-pina-colada/) - It's National Pina Colada Day today! Since I still have some of that coconut pineapple mixer on hand from making the Hawaiian Fizz cocktails, I just HAD to celebrate with a good frosty frozen pina colada. It has been so many years since I had a pina colada, I forgot how much I love them ...
- [Japanese Yum Yum Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/japanese-yum-yum-sauce/) - Adapted just slightly from Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen My friend describes this sauce as "the nectar of the gods" ... and I have to agree, it is really the awesomesauce of sauces. Spicy, creamy, garlicky, wonderful ... if you have not yet experienced this sauce in your life, you really need to get on it!
- [Perfect Sushi Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/perfect-sushi-rice/) - Adapted just slightly from Alton Brown When I first started considering making sushi, I knew the first thing I needed to get right was the rice. The Basmati rice that we love so much just wasn't going to work for this purpose. So I did some research and found a good sushi rice ... and then I
- [Turkey & Cream Cheese Sushi](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/turkey-cream-cheese-sushi/) - This is sushi for the sushi haters in the world ... because contrary to popular belief, sushi does NOT mean raw fish. It means a rolled thing with rice or, according to Google: "a Japanese dish consisting of small balls or rolls of vinegar-flavored cold cooked rice served with a garnish of raw fish, vegetables,
- [Jack Daniels Chipotle Barbecue Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/jack-daniels-chipotle-barbecue-sauce/) - Years and years and years ago, in another lifetime, it seems, I used to travel to Tennessee for work. The guys that I traveled with loved to visit the distilleries in Tennessee ... and even though I don't drink whiskey (after a rather nasty episode with whiskey in my younger years), I discovered that I
- [White Cheddar Green Pea Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/white-cheddar-green-pea-salad/) - Adapted from The Kitchen is my Playground When I was a little girl growing up in the American midwest, there were potluck parties. Lots of them. And inevitably at a midwest potluck, there are these things people call "salads", most of them laden with lots of mayonnaise and sometimes even crazy things like pineapple and
- [Hawaiian Lava Flow Cocktail](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hawaiian-lava-flow-cocktail/) - My friend Melissa from ChinDeep turned me on to this cocktail. She messaged me on facebook and asked me if I'd tried it ... so I googled it and found loads of images of beautiful tropical fruity cocktails. I was mesmerized ... must. try. this. drink! I'm so glad I've made it to my weight
- [Cherry Almond Broccoli Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-almond-broccoli-salad/) - A fast and easy potluck salad that is a total crowd pleaser! Crunchy almonds and fresh sweet cherries mix with broccoli, peas and sweet onion in a light yogurt/mayo dressing. We had a little rib fest at work last week. My company bought the ribs, 5 people volunteered to cook them (including me) and others were encouraged
- [Breakfast Nachos Supreme](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/breakfast-nachos-supreme/) - Nachos for breakfast! Now THIS is an amazing way to start a day. Breakfast nachos are something I have been wanting to try for a while ... and I don't know exactly why I haven't. The other day the subject came up at work and we decided we need to make these for our monthly
- [Double Chocolate Cherry Brownies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/double-chocolate-cherry-brownies/) - I made brunch for an event this month and I really wanted something chocolate ... every event needs a little chocolate, don't you think? I thought and thought upon it and brownies seemed to be the thing that was calling to me. The fresh sweet cherries in my fridge decided to join the party and
- [Hawaiian Fizz](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hawaiian-fizz/) - A cool, refreshing tropical fizzy beverage with the flavors of coconut, pineapple and a hint of lime. Make it a cocktail by adding a shot of coconut rum, or leave it non-alcoholic and let it be your kids' favorite sipper this summer. While cruising the interwebs for luau recipes, I ran across a drink called a Hawaiian
- [Mango Pork Salad in a Jar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mango-pork-salad-in-a-jar/) - with blueberry goat cheese, walnuts (or macadamias), cucumbers and a fiery grilled pineapple vinaigrette I made this salad a couple times ... the first time for my yoga friends, in quart-size mason jars. This time I made the salads with mango and strawberries (because I happened to have strawberries that needed using and mangos have been
- [Hawaiian Kalua Pork](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hawaiian-kalua-pork/) - Here's another delicious Hawaiian recipe I am making for the luau! I am so enjoying this virtual culinary trip. In Hawaii, they wrap an entire pig in banana leaves and smoke it in an underground pit. There is a grand ceremony at the luau when they pull the pig out of the pit. Then they shred the smoked
- [Ham & Asparagus Breakfast Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ham-asparagus-breakfast-quinoa/) - Cheesy goodness, the nutty quinoa goes so perfectly with the roasted asparagus and salty ham. Add an egg with that delightful runny yolk and it's breakfast heaven (if you ask me). The asparagus is almost done and I don't want it to go ... I know, I could still buy some from the store, but
- [Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mediterranean-cucumber-tomato-salad/) - with sweet onions, fresh oregano, parsley, dill, feta cheese and a light lemon herb vinaigrette We've made it to the dog days of summer already ... the kind of scorching hot day where you don't even want to go outside, ice water and air conditioning are the best things ever and you don't feel like
- [Smokin' Chipotle Pimento Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smokin-chipotle-pimento-cheese/) - Inspired by Dixie Chik Cooks I have a wonderful circle of yoga friends. We have little parties where everyone brings food ... and someone inevitably brings pimento cheese to every party. Typically it is store-bought, picked up on the way to the party, but everyone enjoys it and talks about how much they love it. And
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Bread Pudding Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-bread-pudding-cups/) - A long, long time ago, I asked a friend what she wanted me to make her as a treat for her birthday. She said she wanted bread pudding, but not a fancy bread pudding, she wanted a plain bread pudding. She was very specific about this. "What?" I said ... "I can't add any fruit?
- [Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hawaiian-huli-huli-chicken/) - Adapted slightly from Hawaii Magazine I'm getting ready for the luau later this month and oh man, is it fun "testing" out these Hawaiian recipes! Being landlocked in the midwest means I can't serve some of the more exotic Hawaiian dishes, even if I could somehow get my hands on the ingredients. I figure that's probably
- [Cherry Lime Mojitos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-lime-mojitos/) - My first sip of this cocktail was pure fizzy cherry lime heaven. Cherries, lime, and fresh mint come together with rum and club soda to make a delightful and refreshing spring cocktail. Do you love cherries? I soooo heart cherries. I have loved cherries since I was a child. When I was growing up, cherry pie
- [Spring Crab & Asparagus Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spring-crab-asparagus-dip/) - I took a break from dips ... I don't know how it happened, or why. Perhaps it was that marathon health kick I went on when I was trying to get skinny. (It worked, by the way! I'm officially back to my ideal weight.) But lately I've had the munchies and I looked over my
- [Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bread-machine-hawaiian-rolls/) - Adapted slightly from Handle the Heat Lightly sweet yeasted buttery rolls with a very soft, fluffy texture and tropical taste, these rolls are the fresh, homemade version of the famous King's Hawaiian rolls. We have these monthly fitness challenges at work and I'm really psyched for this newest challenge. It's a Hawaiian theme and the challenge is to walk/run/bike/swim 120 miles
- [Minted Blueberry Watermelon Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/minted-blueberry-watermelon-salad/) - with blueberry goat cheese crumbles, sugar & spice almond slices and a honey lemon lavender white wine vinaigrette ... Inspired by Moore or Less Cooking Blog I feel like the luckiest girl in the world today. I had 8 hours of vacation time that I was going to lose on the 30th of this month
- [Frozen Banana Mango Margaritas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/frozen-banana-mango-margaritas/) - It was Mother's Day weekend. My sister and I were heading up to Mom and Dad's place to celebrate with Mom. I stopped at the greenhouse to get mom some new flowers to plant in her garden ... and decided to bring along some margarita fixin's, because my sis (like me!) loves a good margarita and
- [Spinach Lasagna Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-lasagna-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Mushrooms are such a perfect vessel to hold bits of deliciousness. I am not sure exactly where I saw this idea ... it was somewhere in the blogosphere, a brilliant idea from one of the foodie ninjas that I know. Once I saw it, I just HAD to try it, and I was so pleased with
- [Lavender Rhubarb Cobbler Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lavender-rhubarb-cobbler-cake/) - I first made this lovely "fruit-on-top" cobbler with strawberries. It was such a fun time ... my little niece helped "plippity plop" the strawberries on top. Then I had to try it with other fruits. Then I made one with plums from my dad's (very proliferous) plum tree. And this year, I thought I need to make one
- [Ham & Asparagus Quiche w Hashbrown Crust](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ham-asparagus-quiche-w-hashbrown-crust/) - I went to a graduation party yesterday ... and, as usual at those types of things, there was lots of food. I ate too much, but somehow woke up this morning starving. I had a little bit of asparagus left from Mom and Dad's garden and some cheese fondue leftover from the other day and I knew
- [Easy Peasy Chocolate Fondue](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-peasy-chocolate-fondue/) - This super easy chocolate fondue cooks in the microwave, so it's ready in less than 5 minutes. It will take you longer to assemble the dippers than it will to make the fondue! You see, since I made the cheese fondue, I had to make a chocolate fondue too! Because a fondue party just isn't complete
- [Tyler's Classic Cheese Fondue](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tylers-classic-cheese-fondue/) - This fondue is AMAZING! ... Recipe from Tyler Florence A super-easy melty cheese fondue recipe that will make you feel like a rock star in the kitchen. No complicated equipment required. Today was a day of Tyler awesomeness, so it seems so perfect to be posting a recipe from a Tyler ... it is bonus
- [Asparagus Sweet Pepper Egg Scramble](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asparagus-sweet-pepper-egg-scramble/) - I went to yoga last weekend and it was an "easy class" ... I usually go to power yoga classes and if I find myself in an easier class I find little ways to make it more challenging. I want to be challenged. This class wasn't all that challenging, but it was at the butterfly
- [Rosemary Rhubarb Margarita](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-rhubarb-margarita/) - with a smoky sweet & spicy rim It's 8 am on a Saturday morning and I'm posting a margarita recipe. If my friend Russ gets wind of this, I'll never hear the end of it. I made these margaritas yesterday afternoon for a cooking class celebrating Cinco de Mayo (a little late, but it's always
- [Creamy Carrot Cauliflower Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-carrot-cauliflower-soup/) - An easy vegetarian soup that's pleasing to the eye and the palate. I've really been reveling in the joys of cauliflower lately and all the wonderful ways you can use it to lighten up your diet. This lovely soup is just one more bit of evidence that you can eat light and still love what you're
- [Bacon Chipotle Cheeseburger Mushrooms for #BurgerMonth](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-chipotle-cheeseburger-mushrooms-for-burgermonth/) - Did you know that May is National Burger Month? So that's why I've been craving a hefty, juicy burger! Kita from Girl Carnivore has organized a HUGE wonderful event full of loads of luscious burgers from 60 of the most talented food bloggers. How awesome is that? Plus, Certified Angus Beef® and my cheese friends
- [Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Sweet Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-ricotta-stuffed-sweet-peppers/) - It's been quite a while since I made those amazing Basil Goat Cheese Stuffed peppers. Those were sooo amazing, I kind of just stopped trying to top that recipe. Eventually, though, I got to thinking: why not try some other cheeses? I mean, what about Ricotta? Ricotta is such a nice cheese for stuffing things--it
- [Frozen Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/frozen-cucumber-jalapeno-margarita/) - Green smoothie, meet cocktail. I've been dying to try cucumber jalapeno margaritas for a long time ... or at least it seems like a long time. Perhaps it's not really all that long. I mean what's a couple years in the scheme of things? But they've intrigued me since the moment I heard of them.
- [Favorite Chocolate Chip Pancakes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/favorite-chocolate-chip-pancakes/) - Ever since my girl went to stay with her Auntie Jill a couple years ago, this has been the pancake recipe that has reigned over our household. I tried to remind my sweetie pie of the recipe we made when she was younger that she loved, but she was having none of that. This was
- [Cilantro Coconut Curry Hummus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cilantro-coconut-curry-hummus/) - I have a beautiful circle of yoga friends. Every Wednesday night we meet for yoga, then we go for wine. We've been doing this every Wednesday night for years and it's made Wednesdays the night we all look forward to every week. We have laughed and cried together and shared so many special moments, birthday celebrations, and quite
- [Shrimp, Sausage & Cauliflower Jambalaya](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/shrimp-sausage-cauliflower-jambalaya/) - adapted from Color Me Meg Once I'd tried that Cauliflower Fried Rice (and loved it!), I had this idea that there must be some other wonderful ways I could dress up that wondermous low-cal cauliflower rice, so I went a-searching and I came upon this recipe from Color Me Meg that totally intrigued me. I've always loved cajun and
- [Mom's Royal Rhubarb Crisp](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/moms-royal-rhubarb-crisp/) - It's May 1 and next weekend is Mother's Day! So today I am thinking of my mom and how very very lucky I am to have such a wonderful woman as my mother. Throughout my life, my mom always encouraged me to be anything I wanted to be ... she was always my confidante, someone I knew would always
- [Light Lavender Mint Lemonade](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/light-lavender-mint-lemonade/) - My friend asked me one day if I'd ever had minted lemonade and she was surprised when I said I hadn't. She went on and on and on about how good it is and told me I really MUST try it sometime. I know why I haven't--lemonade is usually laden with sugar, so I usually
- [Baharat Beef with Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baharat-beef-with-zucchini/) - Adapted from Kalyn's Kitchen My little garden is producing mint like mad and I've been looking for fun new ways to enjoy it. This marvelous Mediterranean dish is one of my recent discoveries that I found on my search for good uses for mint. It's spicy, but in a warm, pleasant sort of way. It's super-flavorful from the
- [Baharat Seasoning](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baharat-seasoning/) - An exotic, spicy and intriguing Middle Eastern Spice mix that smells intoxicating! I discover the most interesting things when I go looking for creative ways to use up an overabundant ingredient. Today I have way too much mint. My friends warned me if I planted mint that it would take over, but I really wasn't prepared for
- [Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Bars](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-breakfast-bars/) - Adapted slightly from Food Faith Fitness Oh dear foodie friends, I did it! After 4 months, I am within 1 lb. of my weight-loss goal. Some people might say I should wait to celebrate until I'm there, but (a couple pounds ago) one of my friends looked at me like it's time to stop ... I said I
- [Bourbon Bacon Baked Beans](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bourbon-bacon-baked-beans/) - with chipotle ... Adapted from How Sweet it is Although I have a life-long love of beans, I have a small confession for you: when I was a kid I used to make baked bean sandwiches. They were great treats, with beans spread out on slices of store-bought white bread. Today that thought makes me cringe, but
- [Grilled Salmon with Tarragon Dijon Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/grilled-salmon-with-tarragon-dijon-sauce/) - Salmon grilled on a bed of lemon slices with a creamy tarragon dijon yogurt sauce drizzled over top. What's not to love about that? I made this one lovely sunny afternoon. There was a slight breeze--a welcome break from the torrential winds and chilly weather we'd been having. It was the perfect day for grilling
- [Slow Cooker Spiced Pulled Pork in Wine](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/slow-cooker-spiced-pulled-pork-in-wine/) - I'm doing the food for a food and wine tasting event this week and we decided the theme this month is spring salads. I gave my wine store friend a selection of salads to choose from and one of the salads he chose was my BBQ Pulled Pork Cobb Salad. Good choice! That salad is hearty, full of
- [Golden Raisin Gorgonzola Kale Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/golden-raisin-gorgonzola-kale-salad/) - with toasted almonds & a maple dijon yogurt dressing Each week I make my yoga friends (and myself) a salad. This was last week's salad. I usually put the salads in wide-mouthed quart mason jars (which can be enough for two, if they're using the salad as a side, rather than a meal). My yoga friends eat
- [Mushroom Cauliflower Fried Rice](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-cauliflower-fried-rice/) - Adapted from Eat Yourself Skinny You guys, as a healthy food blogger I feel like I've betrayed you. I'm SO sorry! Seriously I can't believe I waited this long to bring you cauliflower fried rice. It's something I've been seeing all over the blogosphere and wanting to try, but something held me back. It's such a silly little
- [Grilled Cheddar Swiss Breakfast Sandwich](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/grilled-cheddar-swiss-breakfast-sandwich/) - Did you know that April is National Grilled Cheese Month? It is!!! I know I'm weird, but that really makes me happy. I adore grilled cheese sandwiches--both making them and eating them. Toasting the bread to perfection while getting the cheese good and melty is the challenge, and when achieved, the simple grilled cheese sandwich
- [Mango Ginger Peanut Clusters](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mango-ginger-peanut-clusters/) - Spring is upon us and I have a spring cleaning bug ... badly. I want to clear away the clutter in my house, in my mind, in my soul. Let it all go, make space. Strangely, that is how these little clusters came to be. I was cleaning off the clutter from the countertops, putting
- [Creamy Cilantro Avocado Jalapeno Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-cilantro-avocado-jalapeno-dip/) - This creamy avocado dip has a little heat from the jalapenos. I was aiming to make an avocado salsa, like I've had in Mexican restaurants, but it came out thicker, so I decided it's an avocado dip. It's a little like guacamole, but with a much creamier texture. The flavors are intoxicating, the kick from the
- [Broccoli Mushroom Wild Rice Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/broccoli-mushroom-wild-rice-cups/) - These little bites are made with real Minnesota wild rice. I was the lucky recipient of the leftover wild rice from our Easter dinner and I had to make something wonderful with it! They're delicious, they're healthy, and easy too ... and if you make these little cups in mini-muffin tins, only 65 calories apiece. A marvelous little snack or side
- [Blue Potato Colcannon with Ham](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blue-potato-colcannon-with-ham/) - The Irish have this magical comforting dish they call Colcannon ... it's made with potatoes, cabbage, bacon and butter. They even have a song about it. How many dishes do you know of that have a SONG about it? I made Colcannon with my Irish friends recently and we pulled up the song on YouTube
- [Pretty Peanut Butter Cup Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pretty-peanut-butter-cup-truffles/) - Sometimes when someone tastes something I've made and makes a comment, it sticks in my mind forever. So it was with this recipe... I remember one of my friends coming up to me and saying, "Oh my gosh, Ann, these truffles are like Reese's peanut butter cups ... on steroids!" I can't help but think of that
- [Swiss Cheeseburger Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/swiss-cheeseburger-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Think mushroom swiss burger in bite-size form. These juicy little bites are so pretty and fun to serve and they taste just like mushroom swiss burgers! I mixed some quinoa and spinach into the lean burger meat so they are healthy too. The ketchup, mustard, and onion are mixed into the meat too. We had our Easter
- [Strawberry Surprise Cupcakes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-surprise-cupcakes/) - I made these cupcakes ages ago for my niece ages ago for her birthday, but I didn't take any pictures. They were so popular with everyone that they disappeared in a flash. My kids secured a promise from me that I would make them for them again. My son asked me to make them again
- [Tomato Basil Quinoa Scrambled Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tomato-basil-quinoa-scrambled-eggs/) - with kale ... because why not put quinoa in your scrambled eggs? I had some quinoa in my fridge that I intended to use for a pilaf with some salmon for dinner, but then plans changed and I ended up going to my friend's house for dinner. And then the next day, I was hungry
- [Cilantro Almond Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cilantro-almond-salsa/) - When you add nuts to a salsa (and blend them up really well), the salsa takes on a wonderful, creamy texture that is incredibly intoxicating. This is my second nut salsa and I'm soooo infatuated with it. I love it with chips, I love it on eggs, it's marvelous in breakfast burritos and I'm sure in just about any Mexican
- [Spinach Quinoa Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-quinoa-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Inspired by Lauren Kelly Nutrition Mushrooms and I are hanging out a lot together lately. I've always, always loved mushrooms, but I kind of neglected them in years past as my kids aren't mushroom eaters, so anything I make with mushrooms is purely for my own satisfaction. However, since I started trying to lose weight, I
- [Barley Lentil Harissa Veggie Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/barley-lentil-harissa-veggie-stew/) - Do you have a kinder, more adaptable friend in the food world than soup? Who soothes you when you are ill? Who refuses to leave you when you are impoverished and stretches its resources to give a hearty sustenance and cheer? Who warms you in the winter and cools you in the summer? Yet who
- [Maple Strawberry Chocolate Chip Waffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-strawberry-chocolate-chip-waffles/) - My teenage daughter made these beautiful waffles last weekend. We had strawberries so she decided to slice some up for her waffle and look at this beautiful presentation! She made her waffle look like a spring flower. Her waffle looked so pretty that we decided we should take pictures. This waffle recipe is one that she makes
- [Irish Pub Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-pub-salad/) - Happy St. Patrick's Day my foodie friends! In my search for new Irish recipes for St. Patrick's day, I ran across a few posts about Irish salads. I have never been to Ireland, my trips there are only via the interwebs, so I was intrigued to discover that it is quite common to eat salad
- [Cilantro Avocado Sweet Pea Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cilantro-avocado-sweet-pea-dip/) - Adapted from Magnolia Days It's only two days until St. Patrick's Day and I think we need more GREEN things in our lives, but oh please, let's celebrate nature's version of green (not the food-coloring green). This vibrant green dip is made of ... yes, peas! Those lovely little round balls of green. And cilantro! One of
- [Perfect Broccoli Scrambled Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/perfect-broccoli-scrambled-eggs/) - How about some bright green eggs for St. Patrick's Day? These broccoli scrambled eggs are a delightful, healthy way to start your day and they're SO quick to make! Since I've been eating healthier and trying to lose weight, I've found ways to lighten up my meals, to make every calorie count, nutrition-wise (and hopefully taste-wise
- [Irish Seafood Chowder](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-seafood-chowder/) - On my quest to find more Irish dishes besides the corned beef and cabbage gig, I pondered what else would the Irish make? Well, there is a LOT of ocean around Ireland, so they must have seafood, yes? I googled Irish Seafood and a small school of Irish Seafood Chowder recipes surfaced. That made me smile. I
- [Garlic Herb Sundried Tomato Cheese Spread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garlic-herb-sundried-tomato-cheese-spread/) - Last weekend I did the food for my good friends' new yoga studio's open house. I do not normally do catering, but this job I volunteered for because I love my sweet yoga friends SO much and I know this opening meant a lot to them. Besides that I was excited to see the new
- [Irish Barmbrack Bread {in the Bread Machine}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/irish-barmbrack-bread-in-the-bread-machine/) - Adapted from Seasons & Suppers St. Patty's Day is just around the corner. It's one of my favorite holidays ... and no, not just because of the beer. I have always been fascinated with Ireland. It's on the list of places I must go. When I visited England and Scotland years ago, I wanted to
- [Slow Cooker Drunken Irish Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/slow-cooker-drunken-irish-stew/) - I made this stew by request ... I was discussing with my friend Seth at The Little Cellar Wine Company what recipes to feature in March for our monthly "wine and food tasting" event and he strongly suggested an Irish Stew. I could see the twinkle in his eye ... that this was something he really
- [Chicken Avocado Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-avocado-salad/) - with mushrooms, blue cheese (or feta), red onion, matchstick carrots, toasted almonds and a creamy herb avocado dressing My sister went to California last month ... and she came home with some fresh avocados that she had picked from her friend's tree. She gave me three of them. They were hard when she gave them
- [Asparagus Crab Bisque](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asparagus-crab-bisque/) - with Asiago cheese and fresh dill This soup happened by accident. I was looking for some green beans in my freezer and pulled out a package that looked like green beans, but as I thawed it, I realized that it wasn't green beans, it was asparagus! Now, don't get me wrong, I totally LOVE asparagus,
- [Spicy Asian Sriracha Green Beans](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-asian-green-beans/) - Adapted from To Simply Inspire Do you ever get bored with vegetables? I have been eating lots and lots and lots of veggies lately (did I mention I'm on a serious new health kick?), and frankly, I was getting a little bored and wanting more flavor, more fire, more excitement in my vegetables. Then I ran across
- [Italian Spinach Mushroom Baked Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/italian-spinach-mushroom-baked-eggs/) - A simple healthy breakfast for mushroom lovers. I made this breakfast because I am embracing my love for mushrooms and letting it go wild with ideas. If you are a mushroom hater (or allergic to mushrooms!), please go elsewhere. This post is not for you. For me, blogging happens in bits and pieces. First, I get
- [Blue Cheese Guacamole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/blue-cheese-guacamole/) - I freaking love guacamole ... I love making it, I love eating it, I love the vibrant green color, the creamy texture, the garlicky avocado flavor. Guacamole is a food that is just good for the soul. Guacamole is a celebration of life! After I made those Gorgonzola Guacamole stuffed mushrooms, I was soooo entranced by the addition
- [Bacon Mushroom Smoked Cheddar Risotto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-mushroom-smoked-cheddar-risotto/) - Adapted from Cookie & Kate Yesterday morning I went swimming--it's my new workout thing (alongside yoga--my other workout fave). As I was swimming, I let my mind drift off and wander about and was happy to find myself ruminating on what I should make for lunch. I thought about all the cheese in my fridge that
- [Creamy Cauli Potato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-cauli-potato-soup/) - Over the holidays, I participated in a Project Zero challenge. The challenge was not to gain any weight over the holidays. I totally stressed over it ... I didn't have a scale at home and the one at the gym at work disappeared so I had no way to see how I was doing! I
- [Apricot Grape Cauliflower Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apricot-grape-cauliflower-salad/) - with honey mustard yogurt dressing A delightful little salad with a pleasant mixture of flavors and such vibrant colors. The first time I tasted this salad, I was surprised. Many months ago, one of my friends brought a marvelous cauliflower grape salad to a potluck and I was shocked at how good it tasted. I never,
- [Crockpot Chicken Shawarma](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crockpot-chicken-shawarma/) - I've been wanting to try Chicken Shawarma since I saw the movie The Avengers ... yeah, I know it's been a while since The Avengers was popular, but it's been haunting me all this time. Did you see it in the theater? Did you stay until the end of the credits? There was a scene at
- [Cilantro Cashew Green Tomato Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cilantro-cashew-green-tomato-salsa/) - For those of you that are bored with the same old salsas ... this one is bold, spicy, with LOTS of cilantro flavor and a lovely creamy, nutty undertone from ground cashews. We have a monthly breakfast burrito event at work ... I always bring the salsa and the queso. As much as I love salsa and
- [Gorgonzola Guacamole Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/gorgonzola-guacamole-stuffed-mushrooms/) - Inspired by Half Baked Harvest An intriguing twist on stuffed mushrooms ... I stumbled across this wonderful idea when I was doing a Super Bowl cooking demo and one of the people that was signed up to join us was a vegetarian. I was planning on doing buffalo chicken stuffed mushrooms, but I wanted to also do something
- [Mushroom Gorgonzola Ale Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-gorgonzola-ale-soup/) - A dreamy soup for mushroom and blue cheese lovers ... every time I have a bowl of this soup, I want to lick the bowl. This soup was inspired by a gorgonzola ale soup I had when my boyfriend and I were travelling. It was really creamy and wonderful--I was totally in heaven as I
- [Skinny-licious Buffalo Chicken Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/skinny-licious-buffalo-chicken-dip/) - Creamy, cheesy, with a little bit of a spicy buffalo kick, loaded with chicken and a bit of blue cheese, this buffalo chicken dip has it all. And here's the best part: you don't have to feel guilty about eating it! I think it was at my mom and dad's 50th wedding anniversary that I first
- [Kale Asiago Skillet Frittata](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/kale-asiago-skillet-frittata/) - "These are the best eggs I've ever tasted," she said to me. It was my cousin's girlfriend who said this. I'd only just met her the night before. She, my cousin and their two daughters came up to join us for a weekend at my parents' place. In the morning I made them this frittat for
- [Epically Creamy Jalapeno Queso](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/epically-creamy-jalapeno-queso/) - A super creamy Mexican queso dip that retains its gorgeous creamilicious texture even after reheating. I know, I have posted several queso recipes on this blog already--queso is a long-standing love of mine and all those close to me, it seems. Whenever the family gets together, I can bring loads of marvelous dips that most
- [Mushroom Broccoli Blue Cheese Bites](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-broccoli-blue-cheese-bites/) - These delicious little bites are phenomenal tasting savory little egg muffin-ettes. They don't HAVE to happen because you're trying to eat right. But just in case you are trying to "eat healthier", they do happen to be super nutritious and low in calories too. Personally, I made them because I'm trying to eat healthier and exercise
- [Ann's Amazing Chicken Tortilla Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/anns-amazing-chicken-tortilla-soup/) - I have been in love with chicken tortilla soup forever it seems ... the crunch of tortilla chips and dreamy melted cheese in a hot, spicy steamy chicken-laden broth with Mexican spices. Mmmmmm ... I've made chicken tortilla soup before, but none that pleased me as well as this one. This one was even better than
- [Cheddar Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheddar-chicken-broccoli-rice-casserole/) - and a tribute to an incredible woman ... There was this amazing woman at work ... her name was Wanda. You could go to Wanda with any question about just about anything in our software and she knew just what to do. She was super knowledgeable, yet always so easy to talk to and so
- [Spicy Pineapple Mango Chicken Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-pineapple-mango-chicken-salad/) - inspired by The Suburban Soapbox Who says salad has to be boring? Heat up your taste buds with this Caribbean-inspired salad featuring pineapple chicken, mango, pineapple, avocado, sweet onion, blue cheese crumbles, pinons and a fiery roasted pineapple vinaigrette. The gorgeous "props" for these photos were my birthday present from my boyfriend ... that man has such good taste,
- [Six-pepper Venison Chili with Beans](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/six-pepper-venison-chili-with-beans/) - This chili recipe has been sitting in my backlog of blog posts for almost a month now. At work at Christmas-time, they sponsored a card-making session where they provided cards, stickers, markers, etc. and encouraged us to make cards to send to our soldiers in the field. I thought it would be fun to do
- [Fiery Roasted Pineapple Vinaigrette](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fiery-roasted-pineapple-vinaigrette/) - Adapted from The Suburban Soapbox This was one of those recipes that I was intrigued with from the moment I saw it ... being a pepper-head and with a total love for pineapple, I could only imagine how good this would be. As usual, I couldn't help but mess with the recipe ... I wanted
- [German Onion Soup {Zwiebelsuppe}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/german-onion-soup-zwiebelsuppe/) - The blonde cousin of French Onion Soup, this German Onion Soup (or Zwiebelsuppe as they would say in Germany) uses chicken or vegetable broth rather than beef broth and the subtle flavors of nutmeg and thyme to provide a touch of intrigue. Topped as most onion soups are with toasted bread and melty white cheese, this soup is
- [Biswa's Winning Chicken Curry](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/biswas-winning-chicken-curry/) - We had a little soup/chili competition at work a while ago and Biswa, one of my coworkers, brought this ah-mazing chicken curry ... he won first prize at the competition. EVERYONE (and I mean every single person who tasted it!) was raving about it, so he wrote up and shared his recipe. The only problem
- [Cheesy Spinach Tots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-spinach-tots/) - Freckled with carrots and packed with plenty of the healthy goodness of spinach, these little spinach tots are delightful little cheesy bites that makes eating veggies a pleasure. I used two cheeses in my little tots--both Asiago, a sharp, hard, Italian cheese and Dubliner, a fruity white Irish cheese, but you can choose whichever cheeses you
- [Crab Rangoon Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/crab-rangoon-dip/) - Adapted from Damn Delicious A hot, creamy, cheesy crab dip with an Asian flair. This is a wish dip. I love it when I get to grant wishes. This was a recipe that a good friend of mine at work really really wanted to try. She asked me to make it, and since we had
- [Ricotta Dumplings with Mixed Berry Sauce #DoleRose](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ricotta-dumplings-with-mixed-berry-sauce-dolerose/) - It's almost time for the New Year's Rose Parade and although I will be freezing my butt off here at home in the chilly midwest, I'm excited to be virtually participating in this year's event with my good friend Ally Phillips (from Ally's Kitchen), Dole packaged foods, Finn Partners public relations agency and HQ marketing agency.
- [Savory Mandarin Sunshine Pizza #DoleRose](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/savory-mandarin-sunshine-pizza-dolerose/) - A savory spin on fruit pizza that is just bursting with colors and flavors. Juicy tropical fruits resting on a bed of caramelized onions and sage, topped with crumbled marinated feta and crunchy walnuts. Oh you guys it is freeeeezing outside, snowing and blowing and I'm sitting inside dreaming that I were going to the 2016 Rose
- [Asian Sriracha Chicken Nachos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asian-sriracha-chicken-nachos/) - I had this idea rolling around in my head of some Asian style nachos. I thought it would be SO awesome ... and I knew just how I wanted to do them. Flour tortilla chips, shredded teriyaki chicken, a bit of chopped celery and/or water chestnuts (for extra crunch), matchstick carrots (for both color and crunch) and a
- [Chicken Chile Corn Chowder](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chicken-chile-corn-chowder/) - A creamy, chunky, hearty chicken chowder with corn, carrots, celery, white beans, cream cheese and a bit of heat. It is, in a way, a cross between chowder and chili. Yeah, I am in total soup mode now that winter is really upon us. The other day I was heating up my lunch and inquiring
- [Bacon Chocolate Chipotle Popcorn](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-chocolate-chipotle-popcorn/) - This popcorn is so simple and such a simple gift to make for your friends and family this holiday season! My boyfriend is responsible for this post ... I asked him if he likes popcorn (because I frickin' LOVE popcorn) and, much to my dismay, he said he isn't a big popcorn fan ... but
- [Bacon Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-cheddar-jalapeno-corn-muffins/) - Delightfully moist and wonderful corn muffins with real corn, bacon, sharp cheddar cheese and jalapeno peppers to give them a little bite. Sure to become a favorite. They aren't very spicy, but feel free to tone down the amount of jalapeno (or omit it) if you're sensitive to heat. I made these delightful little corn
- [Coconut Curry Carrot & Pumpkin Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/coconut-curry-carrot-pumpkin-soup/) - Creamy, with a little spice and heat to make it dance on your tongue, this Thai-style curried soup is a delight for your tastebuds and the vibrant color is a treat for the eyes! It is full of the antioxidants your body needs to fend off illness and keep you healthy ... and just the break your
- [Cheesy Crab Stuffed Mushrooms {Fire Caps}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-crab-stuffed-mushrooms-fire-caps/) - Recipe inspired by the "Fire Caps" at Firehouse Brewing Company, Rapid City, SD Last weekend my boyfriend stole me away ... he suddenly decided we needed to go to the Black Hills and threatened to take his mom instead of me. Ouch. We had a pact, you see. I had agreed to go camping in
- [Spinach Bolognese Baked Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-bolognese-baked-eggs/) - An easy, protein-rich and vitamin packed breakfast that fuels you up for whatever your morning might bring you. It's meaty (if you use the Bolognese sauce) or vegetarian (if you use a veggie pasta sauce) and can be made gluten free (just make sure to use a gluten free pasta sauce). It's comforting and warm and makes
- [Smoked Salmon Sundried Tomato Spread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoked-salmon-sundried-tomato-spread/) - Smoked salmon, sundried tomatoes, herbs and garlic all join together in this scrumptious savory cheese spread. This easy spread keeps for quite a while in the fridge, so you can have it "on hand" whenever you need a little special something for an impromptu gathering of friends or family. I made a similar salmon spread to
- [Bacon Jalapeno Popper Potato Skins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-jalapeno-popper-potato-skins/) - I had this brilliant idea to combine two of my favorite appetizers and use up all the potato skins after I made that scrumptious bacon cheddar chipotle potato soup. I was careful when I scooped out the potato to leave a little edge on all the skins so I could transform them into something marvelous.
- [Chocolate Chipotle Pecan Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chocolate-chipotle-pecan-pie/) - Adapted from Martha Stewart A rich, sweet, decadent pecan pie with a hint of chipotle to make it dance on your tongue. There is just enough spice to add a little depth of flavor. It's Thanksgiving morning and we had pie for breakfast. We always have pie for breakfast on the holidays. My mom says that
- [Frosted Cranberry Spinach Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/frosted-cranberry-spinach-salad/) - with candied walnuts, fresh raspberries, goat cheese and cranberry raspberry vinaigrette I have found the perfect salad to grace your holiday table. Frost the cranberries and tumble them on a bed of spinach with some raspberries, candied walnuts, creamy goat cheese and then drizzle with a lively cranberry raspberry vinaigrette. The frosted cranberries have been
- [Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks & Cookbook Review/Giveaway](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-cauliflower-breadsticks-cookbook-reviewgiveaway/) - Recipe from and review of the Natural Pregnancy Cookbook by Dr. Sonali Ruder (aka, The Foodie Physician) I was so pleased when I was asked to take part in the blog tour for my dear friend Sonali's new book, Natural Pregnancy Cookbook. I've been a huge fan of her recipes for years. I was honored
- [Bacon Cheddar Chipotle Potato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-cheddar-chipotle-potato-soup/) - Creamy, cheesy potato soup with the spicy smoky zing of chipotle peppers and a bit of bacon to add to the smokiness. I made it gluten free by using tapioca flour for the thickener, but you can use regular flour if you don't have a sensitivity to gluten. I made this soup for a little
- [Rote Grütze {German Fruit Pudding}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rote-grütze-german-fruit-pudding/) - A traditional German dessert made with red fruit. Simple to make, yet elegant, rich in taste and delightful. This is another of the recipes I made for my German cooking class last month ... it is such a lovely red hue that I think it would be perfect for the holidays. Everyone at the class
- [Sweet Pepper & Sausage Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sweet-pepper-sausage-stew/) - with Dilled Potato Dumplings I made this stew on a whim, the weekend when I was trying out my potato dumplings and making dinner for my friends and over-inundated with loads and loads of peppers from the last of the garden pickings. I thought that the dumplings should seriously be imparted into a stew, rather
- [Spinach & Mushroom Breakfast Quinoa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-breakfast-quinoa/) - A hot, healthy, hearty, satisfying breakfast that comes together in minutes if you have pre-cooked quinoa in your fridge. It was my friend Ann at Fountain Avenue Kitchen that introduced me to the concept of breakfast quinoa. It's a marvelous thing ... quinoa makes such a perfect base for a fried egg. Quinoa is such
- [Beef Rouladen](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/beef-rouladen/) - German Beef Rolls Stuffed with Mustard, Pickles & Bacon in a Beer Gravy ... adapted slightly from Quick German Recipes Who else but the Germans would think of stuffing a roll of meat with mustard, pickles and bacon? This is the entree I made for our German cooking class. I was totally intrigued from the
- [Dilled German Potato Dumplings {Kartoffelklösse}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/dilled-german-potato-dumplings-kartoffelklosse/) - Adapted from Quick German Recipes I'm declaring this week to be Octoberfest on my blog because I have a (small) plethora of German recipes to share with you this week. I hope I can find time to blog them all because it is going to be a very busy week, but I have some delicious
- [Rosemary Plum Italian Cream Sodas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemary-plum-italian-cream-sodas/) - A creamy, bubbly, fruity homemade soda that is perfect for folks of any age. Children will go wild over these, adults can slip a little vodka or other alcohol of their choice in there. It's a little colorful, swirly magic with a flavor that makes your taste buds sing. I know it's October and it's late
- [Beefy Quinoa Taco Stuffed Peppers](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/beefy-quinoa-taco-stuffed-peppers/) - A hearty meal stuffed into a healthy pepper! Beefy taco meat, corn, queso, cilantro and quinoa stuffed into fresh bell pepper halves. Use a spicy large pepper in place of the bells if you want to kick it up a bit. I was lucky enough to inherit some of the gorgeous bell peppers from my mom
- [Bacon Spinach Wild Mushroom Risotto](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-spinach-wild-mushroom-risotto/) - A wonderfully creamy, cheesy risotto (Italian rice) with bits of bacon, onion, bell pepper and spinach intertwined. The flavors blend so perfectly. I know, I've not been posting recipes much lately ... you guys, I've been seriously distracted. Not much distracts me from food ... but I have a couple things in my life lately that have
- [Raspberry Chocolate Dessert Quesadilla #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/raspberry-chocolate-dessert-quesadilla-choctoberfest/) - One more recipe for #Choctoberfest! Oh it's been fun dreaming about all the wonderful things I could do with chocolate this week. This whole big event has been sponsored by Imperial Sugar. Thanks to them for sending me the abundance of sugar! This recipe came about because I chanced upon an over-abundance of flour tortillas,
- [Cheesy Chorizo Black Bean Queso Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheesy-chorizo-black-bean-queso-dip/) - A creamy, spicy, meaty Mexican-inspired cheese dip that will warm you inside and out. The name of this dip is redundant, I know. Queso means cheese, but the dip is all about cheese. It reminds me a bit of the cream cheese/salsa dip my ex-husband and I used to make. Or rather, he made it
- [Bailey's Cheesecake Swirl Brownies #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/baileys-cheesecake-swirl-brownies-choctoberfest/) - I'm so glad that #Choctoberfest is here! I've not made anything chocolate for quite a while and I'm not even sure why ... chocolate is one of my favorite things in the whole world and it SO deserves a regular appearance in my kitchen. If you haven't entered the #Choctoberfest giveaway, what are you waiting
- [Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Pie #Choctoberfest](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-oatmeal-pie-choctober/) - I like to eat this pumpkin-y chocolatey goodness warm with light whipped cream, ice cream or cool, creamy vanilla yogurt on the top. The contrast of warmth and cool sweet goodness with that lovely light crunch from the pecans make it oh that much better. I love to ride a fine line ... you know,
- [Smoky Bacon & Zucchini Corn Chowder](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-bacon-zucchini-corn-chowder/) - A hearty corn chowder with a nice creamy broth, bits of smoky grilled zucchini and bacon, and a little hot pepper to tingle the taste buds. I made this soup last week after a trip to my parents' house, from whence I returned over-burdened with garden goodies. I had some zucchini that I had grilled
- [Whole Wheat Yogurt Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/whole-wheat-yogurt-bread/) - Soft, fluffy homemade bread that stays soft and fluffy for days ... a bread machine recipe A while ago, I posted my dad's soft and wonderful yogurt bread recipe, which is truly wonderful, but as time went on and many many many loaves of bread were made in my house, I adjusted my own go-to bread recipe
- [Potato & Eggplant Curry](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/potato-eggplant-curry/) - with coconut milk, cardamom and mint ... Adapted from The Bojon Gourmet A hearty, meatless dish with comforting potatoes to balance out the exotic spices in the curried coconut sauce and meaty roasted eggplant. Serve with yogurt if you need to tame it a little. I would typically serve a curry like this over basmati rice ... we had it
- [Creole Chicken & Sausage Skillet](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creole-chicken-sausage-skillet/) - An easy, spicy skillet dish you can cook up quickly when you're in the mood for some good hot creole home cooking. It started from our Mr. Rife Chicken recipe ... my kids love me to make Mr. Rife Chicken for them, but then they only eat the chicken and I am left with the rest
- [Buttered Noodle Chicken Noodle Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/buttered-noodle-chicken-noodle-soup/) - School has started and everybody and their kids are catching colds. My daughter had a raging cold with a sore throat and my son got a bit of a cold too and they asked me to make them chicken noodle soup ... not the canned stuff, but REAL chicken noodle soup, with real chicken bits in there
- [Chilled Mint Mango Cantaloupe Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/chilled-mint-mango-cantaloupe-soup/) - Adapted slightly from It's Yummi My dad grows a lot of cantaloupe every year ... this year he had a huge bumper crop of melons. When I went to visit, he had over 100 cantaloupe that they had just picked. He gave me 12 cantaloupe to take home and share with friends. I gave a
- [Peppy's Pita Bread {Bread Machine Recipe}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peppys-pita-bread-bread-machine-recipe/) - Adapted from AllRecipes.com Puffy part-whole wheat, homemade pitas that split nicely in two if you cut them open. Easy to make and so good for easy lunches and suppers! I have to admit that when I made this recipe, I really had no idea why this was called "Peppy's Pita Bread". But I googled it
- [Double Chai Pear Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/double-chai-pear-cake/) - What do you do when you have a bunch of ugly (but delicious) fresh pears to use? Bake a cake! A whole wheat, low sugar pear cake heavily spiced with the flavors of chai--something you could eat for breakfast OR dessert. You see, my friend has a sick pear tree. It saddens me greatly to see
- [Sriracha Parmesan Heirloom Tomato Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sriracha-parmesan-heirloom-tomato-soup/) - It's been beautifully sunny this month, but today it's raining outside and chilly ... total soup weather. I am wishing I had saved some of this vibrant tomato soup I made when I had a huge box of tomatoes from my mom's garden. The heirloom tomatoes were sooo ripe, I needed to find a good use
- [Spicy North Indian Baked Eggs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spicy-north-indian-baked-eggs/) - Adapted from The Spiced Life Eggs baked in a spicy, complex sauce laced with the taste of India. Plain yogurt smooths and tones down the heat and toasted cashews add a little crunch. The instant I saw this recipe from The Spiced Life, I knew I wanted it. It's sexy and saucy and spicy, all the things I really
- [Hand-dipped Chocolate Covered Cherries {pit-less!}](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hand-dipped-chocolate-covered-cherries-pit-less/) - You guys I have the most amazing discovery to share with you ... I know cherry season is a little bit, um, over, but I just cannot wait until next year to share this one with you! My dad made a cherry pitter out of a fork to pit his gorgeous little plums. It works
- [Bacon Goat Cheese Heirloom Tomato Galette](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-goat-cheese-heirloom-tomato-galette/) - I have been working on this recipe for a while ... the cheese mixture I had down on the first try. It was the crust I struggled with. First I tried it with a phyllo pastry crust, but the crust was too dry. I am not sure what I did wrong ... I've had good
- [Hurts so Good 3-Pepper Heirloom Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hurts-so-good-3-pepper-heirloom-salsa/) - Mixing three hot peppers along with low-acid heirloom tomatoes makes for a hot, spicy salsa that lingers on your tongue, clears out your sinuses and yes, hurts just a little (in a good sort of way). You can adjust up or down the amount of peppers that you use to control the heat to your
- [Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Herb Meatballs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cheese-stuffed-zucchini-herb-meatballs/) - I decided to have a big hurrah to say goodbye to summer ... I took Thursday afternoon and Friday off so I could go up to visit my parents before the weekend started, since I had other plans for the rest of the weekend. While I was there, my cousin texted and asked if he
- [A Floral Peach & Chicken Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/a-floral-peach-chicken-salad/) - with fresh mint, cilantro, pine nuts, goat cheese and a Tequila Honey Lime Vinaigrette I made this salad a month or so ago, when there were sooo many edible flowers in my yard. I didn't have time to post it then, though, so I saved the photos for later. It was such a lovely salad!
- [Mr. Rife Chicken](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mr-rife-chicken/) - A healthy chicken dish seasoned simply with onion, peppers, and mushrooms, created by a teacher and good friend of ours who had a profound effect on my son's (and, consequently, all of our) lives. Mr. Rife was our TaeKwonDo instructor, who befriended my son and invited him to play D&D with him and his friends.
- [Pesto Eggplant Parmesan Grilled Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pesto-eggplant-parmesan-grilled-cheese/) - Eggplant Parmesan is a divine dish even for eggplant haters, but it is typically loaded with fat from frying the eggplant and then putting sauce and loads of cheese on top. It takes a bit of work, too, to do all that. This sandwich is superb simplicity. It's eggplant parmesan without all the work. Even
- [Spiced Plum Cobbler Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spiced-plum-cobbler-cake/) - Visiting my parents last weekend, my dad mentioned that the plums on his plum tree were ready. There was a HUGE wind that night and sooo many of the plums were blown off the tree. In the morning, we went out and sorted through all the plums on the ground and then we picked
- [Hot Pepper Harissa Bean & Veggie Stew](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hot-pepper-harissa-bean-veggie-stew/) - I had never met Harissa until I read Ally's cookbook. This woman seriously has an incredible repertoire of flavors from all over the world. There is an entire chapter dedicated to some very intriguing spices and Harissa was one of them. I took one look and knew I had to try it. From North Africa,
- [Cinnamon Cranberry Chai Zucchini Bread](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cinnamon-cranberry-chai-zucchini-bread/) - Adapted from Simple Bites' Best Zucchini Bread Ever When is the season where cinnamon and cranberries and hot chai intersect with zucchini? Sadly, I know, it doesn't exist ... these things never coincide. Cinnamon, perhaps, because cinnamon is an all-season sort of spice (but especially beloved in the fall) and chai too is welcomed in
- [Garden Harvest Breakfast Bowl](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/garden-harvest-breakfast-bowl/) - This lovely breakfast is a little "nest" made out of grilled (or roasted) harvest veggies, with an egg baked in the middle, topped with a bit of cheese. You can add breakfast meat such as breakfast sausage or a bit of bacon if you like, too, but to me, it's not needed. The fresh garden
- [Minted Cantaloupe Chicken Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/minted-cantaloupe-chicken-salad/) - My dad gave me one of his first few prized cantaloupes from his garden. Dad absolutely loves cantaloupe and always plants an abundance of them in his garden. We await them eagerly every year. They are sooo sweet and juicy and wonderful. When you put a piece in your mouth, it practically melts on your
- [Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Preserved in Olive Oil](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/slow-roasted-cherry-tomatoes-preserved-in-olive-oil/) - Adapted slightly from Heartbeat Kitchen A couple weekends ago I visited my sister and she had one cherry tomato plant that was absolutely exploding with tomatoes. She had so many that she didn't have a clue what to do with them all ... and asked if I would take some. Of course I obliged ...
- [Grilled Zucchini Corn Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/grilled-zucchini-corn-salsa/) - Allow me to introduce you to my latest obsession ... actually, I already introduced you, but I fear you may not have noticed because I made the introduction as a topping for another dish, and I have to apologize for that. This beautiful grilled salsa is finding its way into so many crevasses in my life that
- [Ricotta Stuffed Tomatoes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ricotta-stuffed-tomatoes/) - Inspired by Cooking on a Budget As soon as I saw these cheese-stuffed tomatoes from Cooking on a Budget, I knew I had to try them. And today turned out to be the most opportune time for it. Today I had to drive 5 hours to retrieve my daughter. I am fortunate that her friend's mom
- [Honey Banana Apricot Yoghurt Smoothie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/honey-banana-apricot-yoghurt-smoothie/) - My Saturday morning routine has been missing a good yoga class, so I went to a new yoga class Saturday morning. I've been wanting to go to this class for weeks, but just haven't been in town ... we've been so busy going places this summer! I am trying to really enjoy summer while it's here this year,
- [Eggplant & Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/eggplant-heirloom-tomato-bruschetta/) - Bruschetta is one of my very favorite summertime snacks (or rather, meals. as a few of these little toasts is a complete meal for me). I make bruschetta as soon as I have a couple freshly ripe tomatoes from the garden and then over and over and over again throughout the late summer tomato season, savoring
- [Peanut Butter Cookie S'Mores](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-cookie-smores/) - I've seen these cookie S'Mores making their way across the interwebs and decided that my kids and I just HAD to try them. My son was not on board with this idea (he prefers to eat his cookies and marshmallows and chocolate UN-toasted), but my daughter and her friend were totally up for it, so
- [Greek Rice Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/greek-rice-salad/) - Adapted from Healthy Recipes This is a recipe someone shared on my facebook page ... and I was intrigued. One night when my daughter was cooking up some rice for another dish, I said to her "let's make a double batch ... I have a recipe I want to try" ... and we did. I
- [Fresh Apricot Ginger Peasant Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/fresh-apricot-ginger-peasant-cake/) - Adapted slightly from The Luna Cafe I was smitten with this cake the instant I saw it ... especially since mom and dad still have bunches of fresh apricots from their tree that need using. The Luna Cafe describes this cake as "a simple, earthy cake in the clafouti tradition and a delicious vehicle for late summer fruit
- [Mexican Zucchini Lasagna](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mexican-zucchini-lasagna/) - I had this brilliant idea to make a Mexican-inspired lasagna using zucchini in place of the lasagna noodles. I mixed ricotta with a little cumin, oregano, cilantro, chipotle powder and Mexican cheeses. In each layer I added taco meat, bell peppers and jalapeno, black beans, sweet corn, and in place of the tomato sauce I
- [Avocado Jalapeno Zummus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/avocado-jalapeno-zummus/) - I want to start a new trend. I think "Zummus" should be a new word in the dictionary, kind of like the word "Zoodles" has taken over the foodie blog scene. Want to help me? Create your own version of Zummus and post it/share it/pin it (tag or message me and I'll share it too!)
- [Apricot Date Nut Baked Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apricot-date-nut-baked-oatmeal/) - I am not done yet with apricots! There is still a little box full of them in my fridge and I am dreaming up even more ways to enjoy them. If you know my fascination with baked oatmeals, you would know I really just HAD to try apricots in a baked oatmeal. Apricots intensify when baked.
- [Apricot Almond Chicken Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apricot-almond-chicken-salad/) - with Goat Cheese, Sweet Vidalia Onions and a Honey Chipotle Apricot Vinaigrette With all the apricots my dad gave me from his tree, I HAD to make a salad. And he gave me a jar of apricot puree that he'd made too ... that was just begging to become a dressing. I didn't realize just how
- [Bacon Cheddar Zucchini Tots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-cheddar-zucchini-tots/) - Adapted from The Two Bite Club I've had this zucchini tots recipe from The Two Bite Club saved away for ages it seems, just waiting for zucchini season. It was so hard to wait! I know, I really could have bought zucchini and made it ... I have been buying zucchini when I don't have fresh garden
- [Triple Chocolate Zucchini Muffins](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/triple-chocolate-zucchini-muffins/) - These are everything you want in a dark decadent, super chocolatey muffin, plus some hidden healthy stuff. You cannot taste the zucchini. Seriously. You won't notice it's there ... (except your body will thank you for eating veggies). And there's whole wheat flour ... and a little flaxmeal ... and yogurt. This is starting to sound
- [Cilantro Pesto Fish Tacos w/Zucchini Corn Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cilantro-pesto-fish-tacos-wzucchini-corn-salsa/) - I know what you're thinking: the fish in this picture are GREEN! Why yes, they are. A vibrant, beautiful green because the fish fillets are rubbed in an oh-so-green Cilantro Almond pesto, then baked with extra nuts and cheese and some fresh cherry tomatoes on top, roasted to juicy perfection. The fish on its own is
- [Rosemary's Garden Yoghurt Party Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/rosemarys-garden-yoghurt-party-dip/) - My fridge is still overflowing with Noosa yoghurt, partly from the shipment that I recently received from the kind folks there, and partly because we loved it so much that we had to run out and buy more of the flavors we'd already fallen in love with, even before we've finished trying the rest of the
- [Melt in your Mouth Oven-Roasted BBQ Ribs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/melt-in-your-mouth-oven-roasted-bbq-ribs/) - Adapted from Food.com Do you ever go to the grocery store and you are going about the store gathering the things that you need ... and then someone passes you and something in their cart catches your eye and you think ... hmm, that's a good idea! Maybe I should try that. That is totally
- [Apricot Mint Dessert Salsa](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apricot-mint-dessert-salsa/) - We had a salsa contest at work yesterday. I had already made a salsa over the weekend ... I was ready. Then one of my coworkers/friends came over and as we were working through an issue for our client, we got to talking about the salsa. She was in prime form because she started talking
- [Watermelon Mint & Feta Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/watermelon-mint-feta-salad/) - with Chicken, Bee Balm & a Honey Lime Margarita Vinaigrette I like to garden, but most of my property is forest, so there isn't much light for gardening. I have a little pond on the edge of the forest with a waterfall. Years ago I planted a bee balm next to the pond. I heard
- [Homemade Mint Extract](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/homemade-mint-extract/) - Recipe from Through Her Looking Glass In past years, I haven't had a whole lot of luck growing mint, but this year it's taken off and is totally taking over my little garden! People have told me it will take over if you plant it in your garden, but I never quite believed them until
- [Brandied Peach Mango Ice Cream Pie](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/brandied-peach-mango-ice-cream-pie/) - with butter pecan crust and crumbles ... inspired by Stephie Cooks, Grandparents Plus Crumb Crusts and Personal Creations because who doesn't love ice cream ... and pie ... and peaches ... and mangoes ... and brandy ... and pecans ... and butter with brown sugar? Recently I was sent a beautiful new pie plate from Personal Creations with an invitation
- [BBQ Pulled Pork Cobb Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bbq-pulled-pork-cobb-salad/) - Here's a pretty striped salad with a BBQ twist ... it's got all the fixins from a classic BBQ: the pulled pork, the baked beans, and the corn, along with greens, cheese, tomato, sweet red pepper and avocado. It's a fun and healthy way to enjoy leftover pulled pork. And I have a few dressing options for your: Smoky
- [Maple Cherry Italian Cream Sodas](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/maple-cherry-italian-cream-sodas/) - Italian Cream Sodas have become a "thing" we do every summer for the past three years. My daughter just loves them ... and we both love inventing new flavors and doing our annual cream soda photo shoot. With this marvelous maple cherry flavor, we got my son hooked too. He loves the cherry flavor and, in fact,
- [Creamy Blueberry FroYo for One w Zoku & Noosa Reviews](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-blueberry-froyo-for-one-w-zoku-noosa-reviews/) - Did you know that July is National Ice Cream Month? On top of that, it's been scorching hot outside for weeks and I don't think I've posted a single ice cream recipe yet this summer. What kind of food blogger am I? Seriously, I better get a move on! Well, I was lucky in that
- [5-minute Cherry Walnut Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/5-minute-cherry-walnut-oatmeal/) - You guys, I have the most amazing breakfast recipe for you ... and it's so fast and easy, you can make it at work! I've been doing exactly that for several days a week for the past two weeks. Perhaps I have a small obsession with cherries, but I never seem to tire of it. It's
- [Brazilian Thai Fusion Fish Stew with Zucchini](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/brazilian-thai-fusion-fish-stew-with-zucchini/) - Inspired by Dizzy Busy & Hungry and my own kitchen meanderings Over the 4th of July we visited my sister and her husband who live on a lake in Minnesota. They both love to fish, so they always have an over-abundance of fish. Of course we had a huge fish fry on Saturday (which is always the highlight
- [Vietnamese Pulled Pork Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/vietnamese-pulled-pork-salad/) - Adapted from Peachy Palate I had a bit of BBQ pulled pork that I made for my young adult kids that was left after they were done enjoying their sandwiches. Once they're done, they're done. There's no eating the leftovers, so I stashed the leftover pulled pork in a freezer-safe container in the freezer until I had
- [Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Cookie Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mini-chocolate-cheesecake-cookie-cups/) - These little cookie cups are really quite easy to put together, and they are fancy and decadent and satisfying too. The cheesecake mixture requires no baking and it's very chocolatey and creamy good. I made the cookie cups Saturday, painted them with chocolate on Sunday morning, then made the filling and stuffed them Sunday afternoon. It
- [Bacon Zucchini Asiago Fresco Frittata & a Black Cube Product Review](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-zucchini-asiago-fresco-frittata-a-black-cube-product-review/) - It has felt like Christmas in July at my house the past couple days. I've had a few different people contact me asking if I'd like to try their products. I love times like this--it makes all the work of the blog seem a little more worthwhile. Not that it isn't a joy to do
- [Very Berry Ice Cream Float](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/very-berry-ice-cream-float/) - July is National Ice Cream Month. Normally, I'm not a "drink my calories" kinda gal, but every once in a while, you gotta give in and have a summer treat, especially when we're right in the middle of National Ice Cream Month and the temperatures outside are soaring. We've been very lucky this summer. Temperatures have
- [The Mothership Tomato Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-mothership-tomato-salad/) - Adapted from Jamie Oliver's The Mothership Tomato Salad I have been saving this beauty of a recipe for you for ages, it seems. Last October, yes, it was October, that I made this salad. Everyone was in pumpkin/back to school/Halloween mode ... and me, I was trying to make the best use of the last beautiful
- [Gluten Free Berry Rum Cake](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/gluten-free-berry-rum-cake/) - Adapted from Gluten Free on a Shoestring My gluten free friend Kelly recently had a birthday. I wanted to make her something special for her birthday and at the time, I was swimming in mulberries. I asked her if she would like a mulberry rum cake for her birthday. She said she wasn't sure ...
- [Peach Pecan Pulled Pork Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peach-pecan-pulled-pork-salad/) - A while ago, I made some pulled pork for my kids in the crockpot, so they'd have something a little outside of their normal routine to eat. I've been wanting to make a salad with it ever since I made it. I had visions of a BBQ Cobb salad when I walked into the kitchen,
- [Smoky Chipotle BBQ Ranch Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-chipotle-bbq-ranch-dressing/) - A mix of two favorites! Ranch dressing joins barbecue sauce to make a smoky, flavor-filled taste sensation. Made light with nonfat Greek yogurt so it's healthy enough to serve or enjoy anytime. Recently I visited Pennsylvania for a work trip. There is this AMAZING barbecue place that we to go when we're there because it's right next
- [Greek Yogurt Spinach Artichoke Dip](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/greek-yogurt-spinach-artichoke-dip/) - One of my yoga sisters had a party after yoga class last week. When someone hosts a party at their house, it's customary for the rest of us to bring a little something. We have the BEST parties because my yoga friends are also foodies. I didn't have much time this week, but I did need to make up
- [Cherry Vanilla Rum Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cherry-vanilla-rum-sauce/) - What do you do when you suddenly, on a whim, find yourself with 10 lbs. of marvelous sweet red cherries that are at their very peak of ripeness? It happened one night ... I came home from work and signed into facebook and found myself face to face with a notice from the fruit club saying
- [Zucchini Taco Boats](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-taco-boats/) - Inspired by Homemade Interest I saw these pretty TexMex Zucchini Boats from Homemade Interest and immediately decided that it needed to be one of the recipes I made for my healthy Mexican cooking class at work. I made mine a little differently, of course, as you know I just can't follow a recipe! I used my
- [Apple Cherry Rhubarb Crisp](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/apple-cherry-rhubarb-crisp/) - There is a funny story behind this recipe ... I was sharing rhubarb recipes on my facebook page one Saturday at my Sumptuous Saturday party and, as usual, whenever you talk rhubarb with foodies, there were a plethora of strawberry rhubarb recipes. After several of these in a row, one adorable fan commented, saying something
- [Mushroom Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-smoked-gouda-grilled-cheese/) - When I had those treasured wild mushrooms that my dad gave me a while back, it threw me into a mushroom kick. Even after the wild mushrooms were gone, I had to have more mushrooms, so I went out and bought some of those oh-so-tame-but-still-pretty-good fresh mushrooms from the grocery store and I sauteed them
- [Asparagus Dill Hummus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/asparagus-dill-hummus/) - I had just a little bit of asparagus left ... most years I have it in plenty because my parents have a HUGE asparagus bed and they have way more than they can eat, but this year was different. The asparagus was late, and not as abundant as usual, and then my parents left on
- [Copycat Qdoba Taco Meat](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/copycat-qdoba-taco-meat/) - Adapted from Qdoba At Home I don't know exactly how long it has been, but we had a little celebration at work and they served up a "taco bar" from Qdoba. We all loved the food, but there was lots of the ground meat (and other stuff) leftover after the festivities were gone. How things
- [Mixed Berry Dessert Nachos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mixed-berry-dessert-nachos/) - I am doing a Mexican cooking class today at work. Cooking is not my job, but I do these for fun for my coworkers, once a month (or so), at lunchtime. The company reimburses me for the cost of the food. It's a lot of work and I don't get paid for it, but I
- [Mexican Taco Lettuce Wraps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mexican-taco-lettuce-wraps/) - I have a cooking class to teach on Monday and I chose a Mexican theme for our class this month. We have a nutrition and an exercise program at work, so my classes are pretty much always "with a healthy spin" to fit with our corporate healthy initiative ... but yeah, it's not like this
- [Easy 20 Minute Skillet Pizza Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/easy-20-minute-skillet-pizza-sauce/) - This is a quick, easy pizza/pasta sauce that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. The "secret" to making it so quick is to make it in a larger, flat pan like a frying pan, rather than a saucepan. This helps the sauce cook and thicken faster. I made this easy tomato sauce for
- [Roasted Grape & Walnut Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-grape-walnut-salad/) - with fresh mint, blue cheese & a Maple Ginger Yogurt dressing Grapes are a tricky little type of fruit at my house of ultra-picky eaters. When perfectly crisp and fresh, my practically grown kids will eat them and eat them, but if they are even just a bit soft, they turn up their noses at
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Margarita](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-margarita/) - There are lots of contrasting flavors in this margarita. Strawberries, rhubarb, lime and tequila ... it's a match made in heaven, right? I just couldn't help myself. After my daughter used up all the first batch of Strawberry Rhubarb Simple Syrup on her Italian cream sodas, I just HAD to make another batch so I
- [Sausage & Potato Skillet Supreme](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sausage-potato-skillet-supreme/) - One of my favorite times of year is when I'm visiting my Mom and Dad at harvest time, hand-picking veggies from the garden for our breakfast. My dad and I love to eat this for a hearty, healthy weekend breakfast, but it's also great for an easy weeknight dinner or, even (like I'm doing this
- [Wild Mushroom & Sausage White Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/wild-mushroom-sausage-white-pizza/) - with Rachael Ray's Pizza Crust (adapted for the bread machine) Have you ever had a white pizza? The first time I encountered a white pizza, I have to admit I was a little befuddled. Growing up in middle America where pizza equated to Domino's or Pizza Hut ... or, if you're going with the frozen
- [The Rhubarb Rose Cocktail](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/the-rhubarb-rose-cocktail/) - I don't know what's come over me ... normally, I'm not much of a "cocktail" kinda gal. I pretty much stick to beer and wine--they are both predictable and consistent and leave you feeling about the same way after you drink them. No surprises. But this year, I don't know why ... I just have
- [Bagel Dogs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bagel-dogs/) - Here's a little trip back in time in recipe-land. A long, long time ago, when my son was little and the only little one we had in our newly started family, he was very active and busy and wild. He would drive his father crazy on Saturday mornings with all his energy when all his
- [Peanut Butter Parfait Baked Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/peanut-butter-parfait-baked-oatmeal/) - Those of you whose favorite treat at the Dairy Queen is the Peanut Buster Parfait, raise your hand! I am right there with you. I'm hopelessly, shamelessly, entirely addicted to Peanut Buster Parfaits. I try to avoid the temptation as much as possible, but every once in a while, it happens. I must have one.
- [Absolutely Fabulous Greek Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/absolutely-fabulous-greek-salad/) - featuring this Absolutely Fabulous Greek/House Salad Dressing from All Recipes I had a craving for a good Greek salad, but wanted to make it at home, so that I wouldn't have to worry about what to do with the olives. I'm not a big fan of olives, but I always feel guilty if there's nobody
- [Harissa Tomato Soup with Cheese Crisps](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/harissa-tomato-soup-with-cheese-crisps/) - This soup is vibrant, colorful, healthy and tasty, and the cheese crisps as a garnish are so fun as dippers. It's a little like our American favorite of tomato soup with grilled cheese, but without the carbs and adding a zesty African twist. It is comfort food that reminds you to live a little, to
- [Spinach Mushroom Ravioli w/Mushroom Cream Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-mushroom-ravioli-wmushroom-cream-sauce/) - Ricotta cheese, mushrooms, spinach, asiago cheese, pesto and herbs make a soft creamy filling for these delicate little pillows of pasta, which I topped with a super-dreamy cream sauce with cream cheese and Asiago, garlic and sauteed mushrooms. It's a dish made in heaven for mushroom lovers. I think my best recipe creations come from
- [Zucchini Tagliatelle w Mushrooms, Cheesy Quinoa & Egg](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zucchini-tagliatelle-w-mushrooms-cheesy-quinoa-egg/) - I needed a hearty, healthy breakfast and a zucchini noodle dish topped with cheesy quinoa with egg came to mind. Zucchini noodles (aka "Zoodles") always seem to be in a spaghetti sort of noodle shape, which is way fun, but there are other blades on my spiralizer, and I thought I ought to try a
- [Zoodle Ricotta Pepperoni Pizza](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/zoodle-ricotta-pepperoni-pizza/) - Adapted slightly from The Dinner Mom I am still working on my "eat more veggies" initiative where I'm trying to eat more veggies every day. For a while, I let veggies take over my life, but then I realized I was overdoing it ... and in the process, making myself miserable. Yes, it's good to
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Mojitos](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-mojitos/) - A refreshing summer cocktail which pleasantly mingles the tastes of tart rhubarb, fresh strawberry, mint, rum and lime. It's sublime! Here's a little story on how this beauty of a cocktail came to be: My daughter and I make Italian cream sodas every summer. Each summer I try to devise a new flavor for us
- [Mushroom Asparagus Quinoa Quiche Cups](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mushroom-asparagus-quinoa-quiche-cups/) - These healthy little egg and veggie muffin-lings are a perfect make-ahead for breakfast on the go. They reheat quickly in the microwave, just 30 sec - 1 minute, and are nicely portable. You can eat them with a fork or as finger food. They are high in protein and fiber and help you get some
- [Roasted Pepper & Asparagus Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-pepper-asparagus-salad/) - with Chicken, Roasted Onions, Marinated Feta, & Avocado Soft, crisp tender roasted veggies with crisp lettuce and juicy fresh tomatoes, along with creamy salty crumbled marinated feta, creamy avocado and warm comforting chicken. It's a treat for the tastebuds and the eyes. Roasting some of the veggies adds an amazing texture differentiator and it's even better if
- [Cardamom Rhubarb Tart](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/cardamom-rhubarb-tart/) - Adapted slightly from The Luna Cafe I was immediately intrigued with this rustic tart the instant I saw the post from The Luna Cafe. She describes it like this: THE PERFECT RUSTIC TART–CRUNCHY ON THE EDGES, CHEWY IN THE CENTER, AND BURSTING WITH JUICY, TART RHUBARB. Well, how could you go wrong with that? Especially when there
- [Harissa Moroccan Chicken w/Roasted Peppers & Olives](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/harissa-moroccan-chicken-wroasted-peppers-olives/) - It's always a delight for me when I can sit down and thumb through the pages of a good cookbook. If it's a really good one, I need lots of bookmarks, one to mark each recipe I want to try. So when I was asked if I wanted to review my friend Alice Phillip's new cookbook,
- [Minted Moroccan Quinoa Pilaf](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/minted-moroccan-quinoa-pilaf/) - I'm so excited, you guys! Tomorrow I'll be sharing with you a review of a cookbook written by one of my very favorite foodie friends. I'm sure you've seen many others reviewing her cookbook lately. She is well loved by sooo many food bloggers and her adventurous dishes are incredibly popular. I hear her cookbook
- [Strawberry Rhubarb Baked Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-rhubarb-baked-oatmeal/) - I love everything rhubarb, but still my first taste of rhubarb every year surprises me as I immediately sink into a puddle of rhubarb love. Especially when paired with strawberries and pecans and oats, I could eat nothing but this all day long and there would be a silly grin on my face the whole time.
- [Roasted Garlic Feta Asparagus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/roasted-garlic-feta-asparagus/) - I'm sooo excited that it is finally asparagus season! My mom and dad came down for my daughter's choir concert and brought me a bag of asparagus. I am in heaven. I so look forward to this season every year because I absolutely love asparagus, but I have not found a way to preserve it
- [Broccoli Carrot Rice Balls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/broccoli-carrot-rice-balls/) - I made these fun little rice balls for our Wine & Design event, to serve alongside my Asian Ginger Meatballs. It was one of those things I pondered and pondered and just couldn't decide what to serve with the meatballs, and then, one morning shortly before the event, I woke up with the answer. Rice
- [Homemade Hoisin Sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/homemade-hoisin-sauce/) - Hoisin sauce is a thick, pungent sauce commonly used in Chinese cuisine as a glaze for meat, an addition to stir fries, or as dipping sauce. It is darkly coloured in appearance and both sweet and salty in taste. If you find yourself needing Hoisin sauce for a recipe, but have none on hand, this
- [Strawberry Banana Pecan Baked Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/strawberry-banana-pecan-baked-oatmeal/) - I had a bunch of strawberries in my fridge and a few over-ripe bananas on my counter, so I decided to put them to good use and make me (and my friends) some good breakfast. It turned out just as I had thought it would. Warm, comforting, fruity, with just the right amount of crunch from the
- [Mexican Fiesta Taco Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mexican-fiesta-taco-soup/) - This is a festive soup with lots of flavor and spice, bits of vibrant color, with crunchy chips, melty cheese, avocado & cilantro on the top. Make it with taco meat to make a heartier soup, or without for a vegetarian option. The inspiration from this soup came from a Cinco de Mayo party on my facebook
- [Lemon Grilled Salmon w/Rosemary Garlic Veggies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/lemon-grilled-salmon-wrosemary-garlic-veggies/) - I love salmon. It's so quick to make, so healthy and soooo delicious. Preparing it on the grill is super fast and easy--you just make a little "plank" for it out of lemon slices and not only do you get that wonderful smoky taste, it's also infused with the lively taste of lemon. To accompany
- [Smoky Romesco Mini Cheese Balls](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/smoky-romesco-mini-cheese-balls/) - Have you ever accidentally clicked the "Publish" button before you were ready to publish the recipe ... that is what happened tonight so now I'm in a big panic to get this post polished before most of you see it. It's kind of like sending out the email to an important client without the attachment.
- [Bacon Cheddar Chive Mini-Cheeseballs](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/bacon-cheddar-chive-cheeseballs/) - I am in party mode this week, my friends, preparing for our semi-annual event that I do with my artist friends. We have a grand time drinking wine and talking with all the people to come look at/purchase art and home furnishings ... and eating grand food. This is one of the items I plan
- [Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tequila-rose-strawberry-cream-truffles/) - Oh you guys, it's getting close to time for our semi-annual Wine & Design event and I've got a bazillion yummies lined up for it! I've been chocolatizing everything in sight lately, it seems. But these ... these little babies are a close-your-eyes-because-you're-going-to-want-to-totally-savor-every-moment-of-chocolate-strawberry-cream-bliss goodness. If you want to attempt these at home, they are a little
- [Spinach Artichoke Salad in a Jar](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/spinach-artichoke-salad-in-a-jar/) - I whipped up this salad on a whim one day when I had to rush home (taking an early lunch break) because I completely forgot there was a potluck at work. There were already plenty of sweets at the potluck, so I was thinking I should throw together a quick salad. I pulled a few things out of
- [Quick Artichoke Asiago Broccoli](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/quick-artichoke-asiago-broccoli/) - Quick, what do you do when dinner is almost ready and you have just a few minutes to come up with a veggie? Something that will stand up to rest of your fabulous meal and act like it belongs there, something that compliments all the flavors in your table, and perhaps something that steals a little
- [Hearty Romesco Mixed Bean Soup](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/hearty-romesco-mixed-bean-soup/) - April is such an emotional month in my part of the world. By "emotional", I mean ups and downs in weather are so totally unpredictable and wild. One day might be perfectly beautiful, sunny and 72 and the next night you might be digging your winter coat out because it's going to get down into
- [Pretty Peanut Butter Truffles](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pretty-peanut-butter-truffles/) - Pretty molded truffles that look and taste as wonderful as if you had bought them from a fabulous chocolatier ... with a little time, the right mold, some high quality chocolate melts and some patience, you can make these beautiful chocolates for the peanut butter lover in your life. In my life, it seems, the peanut
- [Sneaky Cheesy Potatoes w/Ham](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sneaky-cheesy-potatoes-wham/) - Do you see any veggies here (other than potatoes) ... ? ... ah, yes, there are veggies, but you can't see them. That is where the sneaky part comes in. You see, that cheese sauce on the taters? That's no ordinary cheese sauce ... it's a veggie-ful cheese sauce! Made with cauliflower, carrots, onions and red
- [Sriracha Ranch Yogurt Dressing](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/sriracha-ranch-yogurt-dressing/) - I adore a good salad, especially a salad that has lots of flavor. One day when I was out to dinner with my kids, I spotted a "modern taco salad" on the menu, made with shredded pork and served with Sriracha Ranch dressing. I just HAD to taste that Sriracha Ranch ... it was so good,
- [Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/mint-chocolate-cheesecake-brownies/) - Adapted from RecipeGirl Last Monday night we had a little goodbye party for our Monday night yoga class. It was the last in a long series of these classes taught by Roscha, one of my very favorite yoga teachers. She is both funny and serious, passionate and loving and sassy all during the same class.
- [Creamy Dubliner Ham & Veggie Bisque](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/creamy-dubliner-ham-veggie-bisque/) - This soup has it all! All that creamy, cheesy goodness from a Broccoli Cheese Soup, with that oh-so-intoxicating ham broth, bits of ham and lots of other veggies to really let the flavors shine (and support your health too!) Yes, I know it's spring and today it's beautiful and sunny, but just a few days
- [Pot Roast Avocado Salad](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/pot-roast-avocado-salad/) - with blue cheese crumbles and a spicy low-cal Sriracha Ranch dressing I'm a huge fan of cooking once, and eating new, creative meals not just once, but two or three times based on that first dish. It just makes cooking your follow-on meals so much easier! And you don't have to deal with that awful
- [Ham & Cheddar Broccoli Tots](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/ham-cheddar-broccoli-tots/) - Slightly adapted from The Two Bite Club I was smitten with this recipe from The Two Bite Club the first moment I set my eyes upon it. First of all, I adore broccoli. It is one of my very favorite vegetables. And then you add some tangy aged cheddar cheese and egg and make it all cute and bite-size
- [Protein Power Chocolate Banana Oatmeal](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/protein-power-chocolate-banana-oatmeal/) - Super Quick Power Oatmeal! I love a bowl of good oatmeal for breakfast, especially when it is quick and easy and healthy--and decadent. I was travelling last weekend and needing a good breakfast. My host had some over-ripe bananas on hand and quick oats ... and I discovered some healthy chocolate shake powder too. I didn't
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- [Pizza sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/pizza-sauce/)
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- [Peanut sauce](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/peanut-sauce/)
- [Frozen yogurt](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/frozen-yogurt/)
- [Noosa yoghurt](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/noosa-yoghurt/)
- [Zoku ice cream maker](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/zoku-ice-cream-maker/)
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- [FroYo](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/froyo/)
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- [Extract](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/extract/)
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- [Yoghurt](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/yoghurt/)
- [Zummus](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/zummus/)
- [Candied ginger](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/candied-ginger/)
- [Artichokes](https://www.sumptuousspoonfuls.com/tag/artichokes/)
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