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I love the flavor of actual sunflower seeds, but I hate the flavor of store-bought sunflower seed butter…which led me to wonder if I could make a better-tasting and more cost effective version at home. Turns out that, yes, sunflower seeds in butter form have a strong flavor, but it’s surprisingly easy to make and to customize to your flavor preference. And then it works in Sandwich Lunches, Sandwich Roll-Ups, or all sorts of other lunch ideas for kindergarten (and meals or snacks) for kids and adults....

I have a confession to make. I have never once bought pie dough. And that’s 1) thanks to my mom and grandmother and 2) because it’s easy to make homemade pie dough and the results are infinitely superior. In my easy vegan pie dough recipe, my goal is to break it down for you in manageable and easy to follow steps. When it comes to pie dough it’s more about the technique than the recipe....

This lightning fast stir fry dish features tender ground meat, veggies, and a delightfully delicious sauce. The next time you crave Asian flavors on a hectic weeknight, skip the takeout, and throw together this 20 minute dinner in a flash. What’s quicker than a basic stir fry? A ground meat stir fry! If you’ve tried our Mongolian Ground Beef, Thai Basil Chicken, or Ground Turkey Stir Fry, you know just what I’m talking about....

I love a breakfast that is flavorful, nutritious, and easy to make-ahead and freeze, and this Pumpkin French Toast checks all of those boxes. You can make it with full slices of bread the normal way or prepare as French Toast Sticks, which are super fun for the kids. And this pumpkin French Toast recipe is a also wonderful way to use up a little leftover pumpkin puree. We love these as a weekend breakfast to share or as a fast weekend breakfast—you can freeze the French Toast in a freezer bag and heat through quickly in the toaster....

We are always looking for new ways to use up zucchini—from Zucchini Slice, Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins, and Banana Zucchini Muffins—and these tots are a new favorite of all of our zucchini recipes. They are a fun shape that are easy to dip—just like you’d expect from a zucchini tater tot!—they rival any tot you find in the freezer aisle for flavor, and you can enhance them with even more flavor by serving them with any sauce or condiment you (or the kids) like....

These are such a delicious, easy appetizer and everybody loves them! Some of our other favorite apps are Vegetable Tempura, Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, and Trader Joe’s Lentil Bruschetta Feta Dip. Twice Fried Plantains Both Paul and I tried fried plantains for the first time when we were serving missions for our church – me in New Jersey where some Puerto Rican friends called them tostones and him in Costa Rica where these fried green plantains are known as patacones....

This post is sponsored by Stonyfield. We’ve been making frozen yogurt bark for a few years now as both a cool treat to share with the kids and an easy option when there’s a teething toddler in the house. It’s one of our very favorite ways to mix up how we serve yogurt and honestly, it’s just so fun. I make this whenever it’s warm outside and we need an easy snack to help us cool down; if I wind up with leftover yogurt in the fridge; or when I want to offer yogurt to my kids in a really fun way....

Rich in heritage, it’s often served as a comforting meal to break the fast during Ramadan in the Middle East and Africa. But it’s so popular and beloved by so many, harira is enjoyed year-round… Why not? Who can resist a bowl full of tender lamb, perfectly cooked lentils, wholesome chickpeas, and tons of earthy herbs and spices in a rich tomato based soup. The next time you’re looking for new flavors in your soup, try this thick, warm and comforting soup loaded with beautiful toppings....

Brussels sprouts go on repeat in our house every fall and winter. Tossing them in harissa before roasting is possibly my favorite way to enjoy them! When roasted Brussels sprouts turn tender on the inside with crispy caramelized outer leaves. They become irresistible and snackable, and the perfect accompaniment to just about any meal! There are many ways to enjoy roasted Brussels sprouts and one should certainly explore all types, but there’s something about the combination of nutty, sweet roasted Brussels sprouts and the fiery harissa that gets me every time....

If you love ice cream, try some of our other popular ice cream toppings like Mint Chocolate Magic Shell, Nutella Magic Shell, or Flood Mud Microwave Hot Fudge Sauce. If you have ever had a dipped cone and wondered what that chocolate sauce that hardens on ice cream is called, it’s known as Magic Shell and can be purchased at the store next to the ice cream toppings. But it’s really very simple to make at home with ingredients you already have on hand....

When I was a kid, I LOVED rainbow sherbet. It was also so hard to choose between it and other flavors at the ice cream counter. Sherbet is an unusual treat because it’s sort of a middle ground between a ice cream and a sorbet. You can find it in all sorts of standalone flavors, like lime, orange, raspberry, pineapple, and strawberry. But the rainbow version that is most often a combination of orange, raspberry, and lime, is our favorite....

How to Cut Spaghetti Squash Whole squash can be intimidating to cut since they are often hard and big, but this super simple method will make it easier to cut and faster to cook. Many people slice the squash in half lengthwise, but I’ve found that cutting it into rings delivers the same long strands that are fun to eat but quicker to cook. You can serve this roasted winter squash as a side dish with olive oil and salt, topped with marinara sauce and cheese, with Italian sausage or ground beef, or pureed into a baby food....

If you like this dip, then you’ll love our Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers, and you can’t go wrong with our Philly Cheesesteak Dip! When I was in high school I got my first “real” job as a server at a Mexican restaurant. It was a far cry from authentic Mexican, but I will say that’s where I was first introduced to jalapeño poppers, which were taken frozen from the freezer and deep-fried before serving them to guests....

If you are in the mood for delicious burgers, be sure to also try our Bacon Jam Burgers, Cilantro Bomb Burger, or our Blueberry Bacon Burger with Basil Aioli. When we did our big American road trip through 13 states, we made sure to stop in Minneapolis to get the original Jucy Lucy burger from Matt’s Bar. I wanted to know what it was like for when I finally got around to making foods that Minnesota is famous for as part of my American Eats series where I make iconic foods from each state, one state at a time....

Pair this orange chicken with rice or noodles, along with different veggies, and you are set for a whole week. And, we are giving you a lazy way to recreate the same orange chicken flavor. All you need is some orange marmalade in your pantry… With busy days and busy life, planning your meals is the key to staying on track and feeding your family healthy meals for a whole week....

Keeping a stash of healthy snacks for kids on hand for easy eating is always a priority of mine, and while we rely on a lot of store-bought items, easy options like these no-bake cookies are in regular rotation. These peanut butter cookies store so incredibly well in the fridge that you can make a batch and plan to have it as an option for weeks—really as long as it takes you to eat them all....

Confession time: I actually stock up on Andes Peppermint Crunch Baking Chips during the holiday season so I can bake with them year round. Anybody else do this? They are my favorite and they have such a short season that I grab them when I can! This Peppermint Swig Cookie recipe blends traditional sugar cookies with festive peppermint chips that have just a bit of crunch and a vanilla sour cream frosting to make the finest peppermint cookies for the Christmas season!...

These Pina Colada Cookies taste like our favorite tropical beverage in cookie form with real pineapple and coconut in every bite and homemade pina colada frosting spread on top! Add a maraschino cherry to complete the design and you can almost imagine yourself sitting poolside while enjoying one of these gourmet cookies! Are you ready for a tropical treat that will transport your taste buds to a warm, sandy beach?...

And if you think it’s too complicated to pull off, THINK AGAIN. It’s so easy you are in for a big surprise! Many of us assume something this pretty can only be achieved after taking some master chef class. But often these fancy looking dishes are so straight forward and downright simple to cook they can be a regular weeknight meal. I always loved seeing those stuffed meat pinwheels in our grocery store and wanted to try them myself....

Don’t miss these other fantastic sandwich recipes! Try our Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches, Blue Bayou Monte Cristo Sandwiches, Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwiches, and Cubanos [Cuban Sandwich Recipe]! Indiana Pork Tenderloin Sandwich It’s Indiana Week on House of Nash Eats! I’m working my way, one state at a time, through the foods that American is known for in my American Eats series. They are actually popular in a number of states though, from Illinois to Iowa....