This pickle roll up proves that simple, real food ingredients can make a deliciously satisfying snack or appetizer. The recipe is an easy make ahead option for lunches, afternoon snacking, parties, holiday gatherings – or even a lunch. With its creamy, savory filling and tangy pickle center, this protein rich snack delivers plenty of flavor...

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These oatmeal chocolate chip cookies offer a little more substance than the average cookie, thanks to a mix of hearty oats, crunchy nuts, and nutritious seeds. They deliver the classic chocolate chip cookie flavor everyone loves while adding extra texture and staying power, which are great for gluten free snacks, lunchboxes or a healthy, 100...

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June cooking is all about simplicity, fresh flavors, and making the most of what’s in season. These June dinner menus offer complete meals with sides that rely on real ingredients and straightforward preparation, helping dinner stay relaxed and enjoyable as summer begins. Not sure why to menu plan? Check out all the great reasons here!...

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Good things to do, buy, read, and watch: a trip through southwest England, my packing and travel wins, eight book reviews, and more. Some links in this article are affiliate links and if you click on them I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Happy almost summer! June always seems like...

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These homemade energy balls are an easy way to keep a satisfying snack ready for busy days. Sweet dried cranberries and white chocolate with cashew butter and granola come together in a no bake recipe that’s both special and quick to make. They store well in the fridge so they will be ready for lunches,...

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These homemade granola energy bites make it easy to keep a quick satisfying snack ready without much effort. Made with simple pantry ingredients and no baking required, they come together fast and can be customized with different mix-ins and flavors to fit what you have on hand (four variations are included here). Perfect for lunches,...

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Quickly cooked in a skillet or on the grill, these garlic green beans stay crisp-tender with the easy cooking steps. The recipe works just as well for weeknight dinners as it does for cookouts and holiday meals, giving you a flexible side dish you can take almost anywhere. Simple, fast, and dependable, these green beans...

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Find three reasons to grow poles beans instead of bush, and six reasons why tender filet-style pole beans like Emerite and Fortex are the best! These climbing beans are dependable in the garden and easy to cook with making them one of the most prolific, cost-saving vegetables to grow at home. If you want beans...

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This asparagus quiche is made with simple, real ingredients that let the flavors of herbs, cheese, and asparagus come through. With a quick, press-in crust that’s filled with tender vegetables and a creamy egg mixture, this recipe works just as well for brunch, dinner, or make-ahead meals, giving you flexibility throughout the week. ✩ What...

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May is when cooking starts to feel more flexible, with fresh produce showing up and schedules filling quickly. These May dinner menus are built around real food meals with sides, designed to keep dinner nourishing and organized without spending extra time in the kitchen. Not sure why to menu plan? Check out all the great...

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