28 recipes to try the next time you’re in the kitchen
Sometimes the best recipe ideas are the ones that get you out of your usual routine. These 28 recipes offer plenty of inspiration for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and, of course, a few snacks and sweet treats. There’s plenty here to bookmark for your next cooking sesh.
Banana Coconut Breakfast Cookies

These wholesome banana coconut breakfast cookies are simple to make. Use up those ripe bananas on the counter along with wholesome oats, nutritious einkorn flour, and mineral-rich coconut sugar. Get the recipe: Banana Coconut Breakfast Cookies
Croissant Bread Pudding

Croissant bread pudding is an ultra-rich version that adds in a cozy mix of diced apple and chopped pecans. Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce for a decadent option, or serve as-is. Great for holiday brunches and potlucks. Get the recipe: Croissant Bread Pudding
Carrot, Red Lentil, and Spinach Soup

This easy, fiber-packed soup is a weeknight staple and can be made with everyday pantry items like canned tomatoes, frozen spinach, and dried lentils. It takes about half an hour to whip together, and it also freezes well. Get the recipe: Carrot, Red Lentil, and Spinach Soup
Low Carb Chocolate Brownie Bites

These chocolate brownie bites are the perfect keto-friendly and gluten-free mini dessert. Made with rich almond flour and a hint of coconut, these delicious little bites are so quick and easy to make. Get the recipe: Low Carb Chocolate Brownie Bites
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Creamy and cozy, this white chicken chili is a slow cooker classic. Featuring fire-roasted chiles, sweet corn, cheese, and a squeeze of lime juice, this chili is comfort food perfection. Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
French Onion Chicken Thighs

This French onion chicken thighs recipe is a flavorful and simple stovetop dish. It’s made in just one pan for easy cleanup. Add your favourite side like rice or potatoes to soak up the sauce. Get the recipe: French Onion Chicken Thighs
Chocolate Chip Waffles

If you are a fan of chocolate chip cookies, you will love these tasty chocolate chip waffles. Made with buttermilk, they are light and fluffy inside and crispy on the outside. This breakfast is quick, easy, and make-ahead friendly. Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Waffles
Apple Butter Chicken and Sweet Potato Salad

This salad features pan-roasted chicken thighs and sweet potatoes paired with crisp Honeycrisp apple, cheddar, bacon, pecans, and arugula. Finish it off with a fancy apple butter-Dijon glaze and creamy apple cider-Dijon dressing for a truly great salad. Get the recipe: Apple Butter Chicken and Sweet Potato Salad
Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Cups

These bacon egg and cheese breakfast cups are oven-baked and have a creamy, cheesy texture. Make them ahead and enjoy a yummy meal prep breakfast all week long.
Get the recipe: Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Cups
Tuscan White Bean Soup

A comforting Tuscan-style bean soup featuring bacon, vegetables, herbs, and fresh spinach. This hearty stew-like soup is easy to make and ready in about 30 minutes. Perfect to heat up for lunch or as a light dinner. Get the recipe: Tuscan White Bean Soup
Sweet Potato S’mores Brownies

These fudgy sweet potato s’mores brownies are rich and topped with toasted marshmallows, melted milk chocolate, and graham cracker pieces. The sneaky mashed sweet potato keeps them incredibly moist without adding a noticeable vegetable flavor. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato S’mores Brownies
Pesto Chicken Pasta

This pesto chicken pasta combines basil pesto with cherry tomatoes and bite-sized pieces of chicken. Ready in less than 30 minutes, it’s a quick, easy weeknight dinner that everyone loves. Get the recipe: Pesto Chicken Pasta
Pear Puff Pastry Tarts

These golden, flaky pastries feature cinnamon-spiced red pears and a luscious almond cream. Elegant enough for guests, yet still simple enough for an easy weekend bake. Get the recipe: Pear Puff Pastry Tarts
Braised Chipotle Beef Tacos

These braised chipotle beef tacos use chuck roast, slowly cooked in a smoky tomato-chipotle sauce. The braising liquid reduces into a rich sauce that coats the shredded beef for deeply flavorful tacos that taste like an event. Get the Recipe: Braised Chipotle Beef Tacos
Sausage, Potato and Green Bean Skillet

With browned smoked sausage, golden potatoes, and green beans, this easy skillet dinner comes together in under an hour. Finishing with a creamy Dijon mustard sauce makes this a bistro-style skillet dinner. Get the recipe: Sausage, Potato and Green Bean Skillet
Peanut Butter Milkshake

If you love peanut butter, you will love this easy, quick, and delicious peanut butter milkshake. Simple to make in 5 minutes, it is perfect for a sweet treat or movie night snack. It uses just 3 ingredients. Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Milkshake
Cheesy Chicken and Rice

This one-pan meal is ultra-comforting and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Chicken, rice, and black beans come together with melted cheese on top. It’s delicious and ready in just 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Cheesy Chicken and Rice
Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros

If you’re craving a taste of the Mediterranean, these slow cooker chicken gyros are a game-changer. Prep is minimal, and when it’s time to serve, pile the seasoned chicken onto pita bread with a dollop of tzatziki sauce and your favorite veggies. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros
Healthy Plum Chia Jam without Pectin

You are going to love this plum chia jam that is so easy to make and is low in sugar. This jam uses only 4 ingredients, is naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and has no pectin. Get the recipe: Healthy Plum Chia Jam without Pectin
Smoked Chicken Salad (High Protein)

This quick, easy smoked chicken salad with cottage cheese is made without heavy mayo. It is a protein-packed, smoky yet fresh salad that is perfect for chicken salad sandwiches or wraps. Get the recipe: Smoked Chicken Salad (High Protein)
Strawberry Yogurt Overnight Oats

With only six ingredients and a simple method, these wholesome overnight oats use a strawberry yogurt smoothie base and chia seeds. A great meal prep option because you can make them ahead of time. Get the recipe: Strawberry Yogurt Overnight Oats
Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry

This easy butternut squash and chickpea curry uses canned tomatoes, coconut milk, and chickpeas. Load it up with a bunch of seasonal vegetables and serve over rice or potatoes. Get the recipe: Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry
Vegan Apple Muffins

These simple vegan apple muffins use unsweetened applesauce, whole grain flour, and a little natural sweetness from coconut sugar. They are a great make ahead breakfast or healthier snack. Get the recipe: Vegan Apple Muffins
Maple Cinnamon Pumpkin Pancakes

Soft and fluffy pumpkin pancakes made with pumpkin puree and warmly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for a cozy breakfast and quick and easy to whip up. Get the Recipe: Maple Cinnamon Pumpkin Pancakes
Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples

These thick-cut pork chops are pan-seared and finished in a bourbon glaze, with sautéed apple slices. The sauce is sweet and smoky, making this dish taste restaurant-worthy. Get the recipe: Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples
Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

These air fryer teriyaki chicken thighs are super easy to make. The homemade sauce is sweet and savory, and the air fryer gives those chicken thighs those delicious, caramelized edges. Get the recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
No Bake Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bars

These easy no-bake oatmeal peanut butter bars are perfect for when you need a quick pick-me-up. Make a batch (or two) for a quick homemade burst of energy and protein. Get the recipe: No Bake Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bars
Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish

Craving a homemade, easy breakfast cheese Danish? These beauties are easy to whip up using the shortcut of prepared frozen puff pastry. Add cream cheese and ready-made pie filling, and you will be enjoying these lovelies in no time. Get the recipe: Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish
