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High-Protein Lemon-Blueberry Energy Balls

High-Protein Lemon-Blueberry Energy Balls

These sweet and refreshing energy balls pack in the protein from almonds, almond butter and hemp seeds. Enjoy this easy snack before or after a workout or as a nice midday pick-me-up at work. The finishing glaze adds a tangy sweetness, but you can leave it off if you prefer a little less sugar. Published…

Thai Beets & Beans Patties with Light Peanut Sauce

Thai Beets & Beans Patties with Light Peanut Sauce

Makes 8 – 10 small patties Author Notes I like to spend a few hours on the weekend cooking roasted vegetables, grains and beans. With those few things out of the way, most meals throughout the week can go quickly, but you can also diversify because you’re not stuck with one big dish. This is…

CBD Mango Smoothie

CBD Mango Smoothie

To give this smoothie some heat, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes and a little bit more salt before you blend. We developed this recipe using a 1,000 milligram (mg) bottle of Lily CBD. It’s part of the Healthyish Guide to Cooking With, Eating, and Truly Enjoying Weed in collaboration with Broccoli. Click…

Burnt Carrots with CBD Brown Butter

Burnt Carrots with CBD Brown Butter

1 lb. large carrots (about 3 fat ones), cut into ½”-thick rounds1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oilKosher salt2 small shallots, cut into ¼” rings1 6″ square sheet of nori, torn into bite-size pieces1 small garlic clove, crushed3 Tbsp. unsalted butter½ tsp. CBD oil2 Tbsp. fresh lime juiceFlaky sea salt

Dessert Rice Cakes

Dessert Rice Cakes

Author Notes Instead of cupcakes, why not rice cakes? The combinations are endless. This one is wonderful for kids. It’s not only sweet and tasty, but good for them! They will never know it! —BerryBaby Ingredients 4 Rice Cakes (any flavor) 4 tablespoons Strawberry jam 1 Small container of Strawberry Yogurt 1/2 cup Chopped nuts…

Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter

Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter

Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter make a great breakfast or snack. Airy, crispy multigrain rice cakes get a schmear of protein-rich peanut butter for an energy boost that will get you to your next meal. Feel free to add sliced banana on top to add to the filling factor. Keep reading for expert tips, including…

{ petite lemon cakes }

{ petite lemon cakes }

Makes 36 Individual Cakes Author Notes I was shopping with my daughter the other day and I came across these mini-bundt cake pans. I could have screamed. I almost did. All I could think of was little mini cakes. I was picturing the mini-birthday cakes I would take to school on my kid’s birthdays. Chocolate…

Garlic-Ginger Fried Rice Cakes

Garlic-Ginger Fried Rice Cakes

Prep time 15 minutes Cook time 5 minutes Serves 6 Author Notes As I was thinking about what to make for Game Day, I was craving wings. Not just the typical Buffalo wings, but the crispy, tangy wings from my favorite bar in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. But, alas, half my friend are…

Chao Niangao (Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)

Chao Niangao (Stir-Fried Rice Cakes)

Ingredients:3 Tbsp. vegetable oil3 garlic cloves, finely choppedOne 2-in. piece ginger, finely chopped3 oz. oval-shaped packaged rice cakes (not dried)1 cup canned sliced bamboo shoots½ head Napa cabbage, cored and thinly sliced¼ cup light soy sauce1 Tbsp. doubanjiang (fermented soybean paste)1 Tbsp. dark soy sauce1 tsp. sugar4 cups spinach1 cup bean sprouts1 tsp. toasted sesame…

Wasabi Cilantro Aioli with Ginger Crab Cakes

Wasabi Cilantro Aioli with Ginger Crab Cakes

Author Notes My husband and I lived for a couple of years in southern China where we became big fans of East Asian flavors, seafood, and spicy cuisine. Crab cakes with aioli seemed like a natural fit to incorporate all three. The wasabi and cilantro in the aioli brings out the ginger and lime flavors…

Scallop Cakes

Scallop Cakes

Best Scallop Cakes Recipe – How to Make Pan-Seared Scallop Fritters Recipes Appetizer Cake Ingredients 1.3 pounds (600g) small frozen scallop, defrosted 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, ground 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped 1 egg white 1 cup panko bread crumbs Directions Place scallops in food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Transfer…

Red Curry Pork and Rice Cake Stir-Fry

Red Curry Pork and Rice Cake Stir-Fry

Step 1Place 1 lb. sliced Korean rice cakes in a medium bowl; pour in cold water to cover. Let sit 10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup rice cake soaking liquid.Step 2Heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a large skillet with a lid over medium-high. Cook 1 lb. ground pork, undisturbed, until browned underneath, about 5…

New Orleans Style Barramundi Fish Cakes with Creole Remoulade

New Orleans Style Barramundi Fish Cakes with Creole Remoulade

Author Notes A fun and festive alternative to crab cakes, perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras! Learn More: http://www.thebetterfish.com/recipes/view/new-orleans-style-barramundi-cakes-with-creole-remoulade —Coley @ Coley Cooks Ingredients For the Remoulade 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Creole mustard (substitute stone ground dijon if unavailable) 2 teaspoons hot sauce (Suggested: Crystal or Tabasco) 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons prepared…

Cheesecake-Topped Brownies

Cheesecake-Topped Brownies

Author Notes Adapted from Eagle Brand, these excellent cheesecake brownies consist of a rich fudge brownie layer topped with an ultra-simple cheesecake that uses sweetened condensed milk. —Posie (Harwood) Brien Ingredients For the brownie layer: 4 eggs 1 1/4 cups Dutch-processed cocoa 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional) 1…

Guinness fudge brownie ice cream

Guinness fudge brownie ice cream

Guinness fudge brownie ice cream Recipe on Food52 Recipes Brownie Photo by goodgalsasha Ingredients For the Guinness fudge brownies 500 milliliters Guinness 55 grams dark chocolate 1/2 cup sifted unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour For…

Courgette brownies

Courgette brownies

Tip the batter into the prepared tin, gently level the surface with a spatula or palette knife, and bake for 20-30 mins, or until just set – the top should have a shiny crust, but the centre should have a slight wobble. Leave to cool completely in the tin, about 1 hr. Remove to a…

Cranberry Brownies

Cranberry Brownies

Makes 1 dozen large brownies Author Notes Super dense cocoa brownies with a classic crackly top, accented with warm, tart cranberries. —Angela Brown Ingredients 10 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/4 cups sugar 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1/2 cup flour 1…

Chocolate Chickpea Brownies

Chocolate Chickpea Brownies

Author Notes Need a chocolate fix? Sink your teeth into these decadent, gluten free and healthy Chocolate Chickpea Brownies guilt free! —Megan Olson Ingredients 1 can chickpeas rinsed & drained very well 1/2 cup almond butter (any nut butter can be used) 1/3 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons almond extract 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4…

Cocoa Brownies

Cocoa Brownies

Step 1Preheat oven to 325°. Line an 8x8x2 inches glass baking dish with foil, pressing firmly into pan and leaving a 2 inches overhang. Coat foil with nonstick spray; set baking dish aside.Step 2Melt butter in a small sauce-pan over medium heat. Let cool slightly. Whisk sugar, cocoa, and salt in a medium bowl to…

Pumpkin Brownies

Pumpkin Brownies

Makes one 8 inch square pan Author Notes Swapping some of the butter for pumpkin purée in a classic brownie recipe yields a deliciously moist, rich brownie with a crackly crust. —Posie (Harwood) Brien Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional, for enhanced chocolate flavor)…

Raw Vegan Brownies

Raw Vegan Brownies

Author Notes These oh-so-easy-to-make Raw Vegan Brownies are a great excuse to eat chocolate in copious, guilt free amounts because, hey, they’re healthy! This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, egg free, soy free, peanut free, tree nut free, corn free, legume free, refined sugar free, vegan, Paleo, and no sugar added. —Kait Turshen Ingredients…

Chewy Brownies

Chewy Brownies

Are you team chewy brownies? Then this is the recipe for you. It uses a combination of oil and butter; the oil gives the chewy texture, while the butter provides the rich mouthfeel we love. (Light brown sugar also adds to the chewiness and offers a touch of caramel flavor.) Use the best-quality unsweetened chocolate…

Elvis Marshmallow Brownies

Elvis Marshmallow Brownies

Get ready for a new brownie obsession: S’mores brownies with an Elvis twist… peanut butter and bacon! This sweet and salty dessert combination cannot be beat. Usually Elvis inspired foods include banana, but I decided to nix those for brownies. You can make S’mores brownies a gazillion ways, especially once you start playing around with…

Cookies and Cream Buttercream

Cookies and Cream Buttercream

It’s the icing on the cake…or is it the frosting? When it comes to finishing and decorating favorite cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and other baked goods, when should you use icing and when should you use frosting—and what’s the difference anyway? To add to the confusion, you’ve probably heard the terms “frosting” and “icing” used interchangeably.…