Banana Pudding Cheesecake (Japanese-Style, No Bake & Ultra Fluffy)

by Jamie
Fluffy banana pudding cheesecake made with yogurt and cookies

If you love classic banana pudding and the airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture of Japanese cheesecake, this recipe is about to become your new obsession. This banana pudding cheesecake uses a simplified, viral Japanese cheesecake method to create a light, creamy, spoonable dessert with just a few pantry staples. It’s no-bake, endlessly customizable, and perfect for warm weather entertaining, holidays, or when you want something impressive withRead more ->

5 Ingredient Coconut Chia Pudding

by Jamie
A jar layered with chia pudding and peanut butter, topped with berries

An indulgent tasting, nutrient packed breakfast that requires 5 shelf stable ingredients? Sounds pretty great right?!  I make a batch of this Coconut Chia Pudding once a week and eat it for breakfast and as a snack! It’s so light and creamy with a hint of sweetness. I top it with fruit, granola, nut butter, or simply enjoy it by the spoonful. Read on toRead more ->

3 Things To Add To Your Diet In The New Year

by Jamie
Tacos filled with cilantro coleslaw, crispy salmon bites, pickled red onion, and topped with chopped cilantro

New Year, New You? With the New Year comes a slew of diets, programs, and restrictive outlooks which – if you’re anything like me – leave me feeling really bad about myself. We’re told to cut everything out: sugar, carbs, alcohol, and sweets. We’re also programmed to think that we can’t become a better version of of ourselves unless we join that gym, start thatRead more ->

Giftable Holiday Compound Butter

by Jamie
three small glass jars of compound butters with labels

Holiday Gifting Season The holiday season comes with no shortage of gifts, but this one is particularly delicious. I firmly believe that the most thoughtful gifts are those that are homemade. And I for one would be thrilled to receive one of these delicious compound butters! They’re completely customizable (I offer up some different flavor combinations to consider below!), meaning that both your and anyRead more ->

Grilled Apple Salsa

by Jamie
A wooden bowl filled with grilled apple salsa

The transition from summer to Fall is one that’s often welcome. The shift is gradual with slowly cooling temperatures, earlier sunsets, a return to routine, and delicious new seasonal ingredients to work with. Some may disagree with my outlook on Minnesota’s most fleeting season, but I believe it’s what makes summer as sweet as it is. We appreciate the sunny days more, because we knowRead more ->

How To Make Ricotta Gnocchi

by Jamie
a baking sheet topped with ricotta gnocchi

Fluffy and pillowy homemade gnocchi is a cinch to make! Serve it with your favorite sauce for the most delicious and comforting supper. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy. A warm bowl of the softest most pillowy homemade gnocchi, bathed in your favorite sauce. Whether it’sRead more ->

Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma

by Jamie
A blue platter topped with chicken shawarma, pitas, vegetables, and spreads

This Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma is a weeknight hero! Chicken is marinated in a spiced greek yogurt and backed to juicy perfection. Serve it in warm pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and garlic sauce. Who doesn’t love a sheet pan meal?! This sheet pan chicken Shawarma is so simple to make, and even easier to devour. Pieces of chicken are coded in a GreekRead more ->

Miso Glazed Salmon with Shiitake Risotto and Sautéed Bok Choy

by Jamie
A black plate topped with miso glazed salmon, risotto, and bok choy

Miso glazed salmon is paired with a creamy shiitake risotto and spicy sautéed bok choy. This recipe is flavor-packed and feels extra special (date night in, anyone?). I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy. Date Night In! This recipe is one to make for your sweetheart. SalmonRead more ->

Wedge Salad Skewers with Zesty Blue Cheese Dressing

by Jamie
A platter of wedge salad skewers drizzled with blue cheese dressing

These Wedge Salad Skewers are the perfect way to enjoy the classic salad! They’re drizzled with a zesty blue cheese dressing and topped with even more blue cheese. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy.   Wedge Salad Skewers with Zesty Blue Cheese Dressing Who doesn’t loveRead more ->