Chocolate Cereal Bars

Cereal bars get a delicious update, with the addition of rich chocolate, toasted nuts, and decadent candy bar chunks. INGREDIENTS 6 chocolate caramel nougat candy bars (such as Milky Ways)1/2 c. unsalted butter6 c. toasted corn cereal (such as Corn Chex)1 package milk chocolate chips1/4 c. chopped roasted, unsalted almonds2 tbsp. mini semisweet chocolate chips … Read more

Smoothie Bowls

Ditch the straw in favor of this thicker, toppable version. INGREDIENTS 2 c. frozen raspberries2 bananas1/2 c. nonfat Greek yogurt1 tbsp. chia seeds (optional)1/2 c. lowfat milkGranola, for servingToasted coconut flakes, for serving METHOD

No-Churn Banana Split Ice Cream

Skip making individual splits for a crowd. Instead, add all of the ingredients of your favorite sundae to an easy no-churn ice cream base, then serve with caramelized grilled bananas. INGREDIENTS 6 oz. pineapple, cut into ¼-in. pieces2 tbsp. brown sugar1/4 c. strawberry preserves1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice1 tbsp. granulated sugar4 oz. small strawberries, chopped2 … Read more

Bacon Maple Cupcakes

If you can eat bacon for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, why not for dessert? Sprinkle some crispy, salty bacon onto sweet maple cupcakes for one incredible treat. INGREDIENTS CUPCAKES1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour1 1/2 c. cake flour (not self-rising)1 tbsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. salt2 stick unsalted butter1 3/4 c. sugar4 large eggs2 tbsp. maple extract1 … Read more

Chocolate Stout Whoopie Pies

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with an Irish twist on chocolately treats. Folding stout into the batter adds richness and depth to make a childhood favorite a little more grown up. INGREDIENTS 1 c. all-purpose flour1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder3/4 tsp. baking soda1/4 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. kosher salt1/2 c. packed light brown sugar4 tbsp. unsalted … Read more

Creamy Chicken-and-Broccoli Pesto Bow Ties

Toasted pecans add unexpected warmth and crunch to this creamy pasta dish. INGREDIENTS 2 c. broccoli floretskosher saltFreshly ground black pepper1 bunch fresh basil2 clove garlic1/4 c. olive oil2 tsp. lemon zest3 oz. Parmesan4 oz. mascarpone or cream cheese2 c. shredded rotisserie chickenc. chopped toasted pecans (optional) METHOD

Steak and Cauliflower with Caper Relish

Chile, parsley, and capers add pops of color to this quick and easy steak dinner. INGREDIENTS 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cored and sliced 1⁄2-inch thick4 tbsp. plus 2 tsp olive oilKosher salt and pepper1 1/2 lb. sirloin steak (about 3⁄4-inch thick), trimmed and cut into 4 pieces1 lemon1 small red chile, finely … Read more

Warmed Asparagus and Lettuce

Simmer lettuce and asparagus in mushroom stock for a deeply savoury and satisfying vegan starter or side dish. Serve with crusty bread. Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil2 small onions, cut into eighths and separated into petals500g asparagus, woody ends snapped off, sliced 1cm thick diagonally1 mushroom stock cube, dissolved in 200ml hot water (or mushroom … Read more