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Homemade Pesto Pasta that's overflowing with flavor! It's made with hearty spaghetti and a generous coating of herbaceous, fresh basil pesto sauce. Then it's finished with sharp, aged parmesan and rich pine nuts for a toasty crunch. A Saucy Pesto Pasta Recipe! This pasta dish is proof that it doesn't take much to build up dramatic flavor and create a company-worthy dish. This is one of my favorite ways to make pasta. It's so vibrantly flavorful, it tastes unbelievable fresh, and pesto makes a nutritious pasta sauce choice. And if you are lucky to have any left the next day it makes an excellent lunch, which doesn't even need to be reheated by the way. Just thin it with a little olive oil and it's like a pesto pasta salad. Pesto pasta is also very versatile. This is just the base recipe, then from there there are so many different ways you can transform it (see list of ideas below). I think this easily deserves a spot on the weekly lunch or dinner men...

Is there a soup that says summer like a homemade roasted tomato basil soup does? In this version we oven roast the tomatoes, onions and garlic for more depth of flavor and it really makes the soup over-the-top delicious! Fresh Tomato Basil Soup This is how you do comfort food. A vibrant, healthy soup with a grilled cheese to accompany it. This soup will likely become a highlight of summer dinners, and it's a great way to use all those garden fresh tomatoes. It requires minimal ingredients but yields such amazing results! The key ingredients include several pounds of gorgeously red ripe tomatoes, lots of flavorful fresh basil and a fair amount of garlic for a perfectly fresh tasting soup. Though there may be several steps the process is quite simple. You roast the tomatoes and aromatics, then simmer the soup on the stove, and finish by blitzing it all together with immersion blender. And then you've got yourself an undeniably delicious homemade tomato basil soup! Want t...

Homemade Yogurt Parfaits - Layered with a fresh blueberry compote, rich and creamy Greek yogurt, and crisp cinnamon granola. A simple recipe that makes for a delicious weekend breakfast, a tempting midday snack, or impressive brunch display. Refreshing Blueberry Yogurt Parfaits These simple yogurt parfaits are the perfect way to start any day. They are fresh and fruity, sweet and tangy, and you'll love the hints of spice in the granola. And who can resist all that pretty layering? There's a nice blend of textural contrast in them between the juicy sauce and blueberries, the thick and creamy yogurt, and the crisp granola. It's a highlight of a parfait. Try them soon while sweet summer blueberries are in season! from Cooking Classy

Completely refreshing Yogurt Popsicles - these can be made with just FOUR simple ingredients including nutritious fresh fruit, creamy Greek yogurt, rich heavy cream, and tempting sweet honey. They are a breeze to prepare and they even make a tasty breakfast treat! Easy Homemade Popsicles A healthier dessert people of all ages will love! And they are perfect for serving any time of day. These can be prepared in minutes, it just takes a little patience waiting for them to freeze but it's easily worth the wait. After just one taste you'll instantly notice they are so much better than any popsicle you can buy at the store. They taste so fresh and fruity, they are only sweetened with honey (no sugar), and if you want to brighten the color you can use natural food coloring. Sure they have a hint of cream but it makes a big difference in their taste and texture. It's such an enhancing highlight to the fruit - just think of that strawberries and cream or peaches and cream co...

Easy Black Bean Burgers ! A healthier option to ground beef burgers that are made with nutritious black beans, fresh veggies, hearty oats and earthy spices. They are perfectly delicious and make for an excellent meatless meal. Our Favorite Vegetarian Black Bean Burger! When we think of vegetarian burgers we often think of those mediocre, flavorless or dry burgers we've had that left us wishing we had made a different meal choice. These black bean burgers will actually leave you wondering why you haven't had black bean burgers on regular rotation on your dinner menu for years. And you'll love that the food processor does most of the work! The great thing about these is that they don't weigh you down the way a greasy hamburger does. It's something you can feel good about eating. This black bean burger isn't dry, it has plenty of flavor and even some richness to it (thanks to the mayo and egg yolks), and the oats and peppers give it a bit of texture. Believe ...

Perfect Iced Coffee and no coffee maker required! It's made from a concentrated homemade cold brew, then finished with creamy half and half, sweet sugar, a hint of vanilla and plenty of ice. It's such a refreshing drink on a hot day! Homemade Iced Coffee Making iced coffee at home is such an easy process and you only need a few ingredients - beginning with robust, richly roasted coffee beans of course. When you can make at home you can make it as mild or intense in flavor as you like, and adjust it to be as sweet or creamy as you'd like as well. You've even got the option to make it with regular or decaf coffee as well. No need to leave the house early to the extra time to stop by the coffee shop when you can make it at home in minutes (just plan some extra time to let the ground beans soak overnight). Plus you don't need any fancy equipment here. You have the option of using store-bought coarsely ground coffee beans or grinding whole beans on your own. Then ...

Grilled Chicken Breasts - its an easy and all-purpose grilling recipe! Lean chicken breasts are soaked in a solution that's a cross between a marinade and brine (AKA brinerating) and it leaves you with perfectly juicy and flavorful chicken! Easy Grilled Chicken Breasts Grilled chicken is a go-to staple food especially during warm summer months plus it's a healthy lunch or dinner option. There are countless ways to use it from salads, sandwiches, soups, pizza and more. But if you've got an all-purpose grilled chicken this juicy and tender you'll be happy to serve and eat it all on it's own and the whole crew will love it! It's also great for meal prep since it keeps for several days in the fridge after being cooked (or you could even freeze it). There's just a few simple keys to success here like allowing enough time for the chicken to soak in the liquid mixture and closely monitoring internal temperature of the chicken toward the end of grilling (chi...

Perfectly Grilled Steak - it's the ultimate meat to serve at a backyard cookout and there's hardly anything to it. With this easy method you'll end with beautifully sear marked steak, a juicy and tender interior and a glossy buttery finish. Easy Grilled Steak Grilled steak is an essential summer food, truly a highlight to the best backyard dinners. Cooking steak on the grill keeps the heat out of the house and the smokiness outside so it's nice when you've got company to feed. It's also a great option when you've got a handful of people to serve because of the obvious fact that on a grill there's a lot more space to work with, while indoor pan searing only allows space for cooking 1 to 2 steaks at time. Just plan a a little bit of extra time to let the steaks rest before you grill them. Then to complete the steaks you can finish with a classic potatoes side of some sort ( these are my personal favorite ) and other fresh vegetables to bring some nu...