Recipes

Brussels sprouts are one of the most maligned vegetables out there (at least they used to be). I’m not sure why, but I think it originated from days gone by when the trend was to hard boil and overcook all things green.

This healthy grain-like seed is light in texture and pleasantly mild in taste. While on the cleanse, quinoa serves as a nice alternative to the abundance of brown rice circulating around the days of my three-week focus on mindful eating.

If, like us, you’re looking for ways to simplify in 2024, this 5-ingredient crepe from Kristin Cavallari’s Truly Simple is a must-try. The best part: simple is so not boring! This gluten-free crepe is both decadent and delicious thanks to the myriad toppings and sauces you can add.

Sheet pan dinners are one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table, fast. Plus, if you line your baking pans with foil or parchment paper, there’s virtually no clean-up! We love the collection of Sheet Pan Dinners Maegan Brown of The BakerMama shares.

Sometimes, you’ll make a soup so good you’ll want to double up on the ingredients—and freeze some for later. This Speedy Red Lentil Soup with Lemon from Kathleen Ashmore is certainly one of them. Ready in less than 30 minutes, vegan but full of protein and versatile (can be made with green lentils too), it’s another “Hungry Lady Soup” you’ll want to make all winter long.

If you perfect one holiday cocktail to take you from Hannukah and Christmas all the way through New Year’s, let it be this one. The homemade candied cranberries are beautiful and tasty–and easier than they look to make. Serving a crowd? They’re easy to batch and can even be stored in the freezer.

Kate McDermott, author of Art of the Pie, was a finalist for the prestigious James Beard award for chefs. She’s also mom to Duncan, 32, who started baking with her as a toddler. This classic pumpkin pie is a family favorite for Thanksgiving. Her secret, expert tip? It should have a slight jiggle in the middle which will set as it cools.

It’s easy, cute, and creative and something your kids will eat because it taps into ghoulish fall fun! Check out this Halloween board from one of our TLMN moms — Stamford Moms founder, Stefanie Horn!