This vegan lentil picadillo is hearty, savory, and smoky—perfect with rice and warm corn tortillas. Family-friendly and ready in under 40 minutes, it makes a satisfying weeknight meal. This version is adapted from Dora Ramirez’s cookbook Comida Casera. Dora, the author and photographer behind Dora’s Table, celebrates traditional Mexican flavors while relying on plants to … Read more

  I don’t mean to alarm you, but Thanksgiving is only a month away and Christmas is just 64 days off. It may feel distant now, but the holidays will arrive before you know it. I’m excited to share that the Gluten Free & More Holiday Favorites special collector’s edition is available to help you … Read more

Sourdough banana muffins are an elevated twist on classic banana muffins, offering a subtle tang from sourdough discard while remaining soft and moist inside with a nicely browned crust. Ripened bananas and sourdough combine to create a richer, more complex flavor than ordinary muffins. If you have overripe bananas and extra sourdough starter, these muffins … Read more

Scandi…Cooking? At first glance this blog looks very baking-focused—and that makes sense, it’s called Skandibaking. But we also love cooking, and over the past year and a half we’ve shared many savory dinner recipes. Today we want to highlight some of our favorite savory dishes, especially the ones we cook most often at home. Scandinavian … Read more

This Starbucks-style Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino is an excellent copycat — made vegan, high-protein, and free of refined sugar while still tasting remarkably like the original. It’s a great everyday option when you want that indulgent frappuccino flavor without the added sugar and unnecessary additives. I developed and tested two caramel variations for this recipe. … Read more

My former boss taught me how to make this Taiwanese pork and rice bowl, commonly known as Lu Rou Fan or Lo Ba Bung in Taiwanese street-food circles. It’s an ideal weeknight dinner: quick, affordable, and something the whole family will eat. The recipe is simple—just a few ingredients—but combined they create a deeply savory, … Read more

Looking for something fresh, crisp, and in season? This raw fennel and zucchini salad is simple to make and full of bright flavor. Fennel can seem unfamiliar at first — its anise-like scent and unusual appearance can be off-putting. Even if you’re not a fan of licorice flavors, thinly sliced fennel brings an irresistible crunch … Read more

Everything Bagel Cauliflower Hummus brings the savory crunch of everything bagel seasoning together with a low-carb, garlicky, creamy hummus. Oven-roasted cauliflower replaces chickpeas to create a flavorful dip that pairs perfectly with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or chips. Everything Bagel Cauliflower Hummus is delicious with crisp pita chips. Note: Some links on this page are … Read more

Last month I entered a recipe challenge hosted by Hidden Valley Ranch. It was my first contest and I was excited to participate. I submitted a naan pizza (link removed) and recently discovered I placed runner-up. My prize was a Williams Sonoma gift certificate — I went shopping last night and quickly fell in love … Read more