Easy Banana and Spinach Green Smoothie Recipe

Green smoothie ingredients prepped on a tray

Sometimes you just want something clean, healthy, fast, easy, and refreshing. This green smoothie recipe is just that. Spinach makes it green and citrus and pineapple make it deliciously tropical. Add in some ice and you have a quick healthy pick-me-up perfect for a meal replacement or after-workout treat.  What is a Green Smoothie? A …

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Easy Homemade Spicy Guacamole Recipe

Flat lay image of ingredients needed to make spicy guacamole

What makes food “California style”? If you said avocado, you’re right! California produces about 90% of my nation’s avocados, about 35% of which come right out of San Diego county (my home!). With all that green tasty goodness right in my backyard, I want to celebrate the avocado in its most iconic dish with this …

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Easy Basil Spinach Pesto Recipe

Basil spinach pesto pasta in a ceramic bowl garnish with parmesan cheese and tomatoes

Today I’m going to take a look at the well-known green sauce pesto. My basic basil spinach pesto recipe is a no-cook one, as I want to focus in on the freshness of the ingredients. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, a great pesto can uplift any pasta or pizza dish with …

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Easy Beef Bolognese Pasta Sauce Recipe

When it comes to pasta sauce, Bolognese is the king of sauces. The rich, meaty, tomato-y goodness used to top pasta and fill lasagnas has become a keystone part of Italian food here in America.  What is a Bolognese? You may know it as ragu alla Bolognese, you may know it as ragu, or you …

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Easy Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple Slices Recipe

Brown sugar grilled pineapple slices with a dash of cinnamon served on a white plate placed on a black wooden table

Grilled pineapple has to be one of my favorite desserts of all time. I classify it as a dessert rather than a snack because of the added sugar you coat the pineapple with. If you have ever been to Brazillian Barbeque you should know what I am talking about. Beautifully tangy, sweet, spicy, and juicy …

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How to Make Homemade Red Pepper Pasta Dough

Red pepper pasta dough in a clear bowl placed on a white surface in the kitchen

A couple of years ago, my best friend gifted me with a pasta maker for Christmas. I had made pasta from scratch before, but until I had my own pasta maker, I didn’t realize how much I actually loved making my own pasta!  After testing all the staple flavors, like roast garlic, spinach, and basil …

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Thick and Creamy Homemade Strawberry Milkshake Recipe

A glass of strawberry milkshake with whipped cream and a slice of strawberry on top placed on a white surface

Nothing beats a thick strawberry milkshake when you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up. What is a Strawberry Milkshake?  A strawberry milkshake is a semi frozen drink made with vanilla ice cream, milk or cream, and strawberries. Ideally, you will want to use fresh strawberries for this, though you can also use frozen strawberries if needed. …

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Easy Homemade Garlic Alfredo Sauce Recipe with Milk

Fettuccine garlic alfredo pasta with chicken chunks garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on a black plate

It’s hard not to love a homemade garlic Alfredo sauce – it’s a ubiquitous Italian classic. When it comes to having a range of go-to pasta sauce recipes, you absolutely must have a bolognese, pesto, and of course, Alfredo!  For me, just the thought of fettuccine Alfredo conjures up feelings of nostalgia with TV dinners, …

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Simple Classic Tropical Mai Tai Cocktail Recipe

A cold glass of mai tai

When I think of a smooth tropical cocktail, I think of a Mai Tai. Unfortunately, I feel like I don’t take this classic drink seriously enough or give it enough credit. Too often, I associate the classic tropical Mai Tai with just a beach-side vacation or tiki-themed summer bbq.  Instead, I should be thinking of …

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