Ancient Spices to Transform Your Modern Cooking

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Naan bread with Nigella Seeds Many home cooks tell me they feel stuck in a dinner rut, serving the same simple meals night after night. If that sounds familiar, a few ancient spices can refresh your weekday cooking without adding complexity. These ingredients—za’atar, sumac and nigella seeds—have been used for centuries across the Middle East … Read more

Creamy Grape Salad with Honey-Lime Yogurt Dressing

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Creamy Grape Salad is a delightful sweet-and-tangy mix of bright green and red grapes folded into a smooth, creamy sauce made from cream cheese and sour cream, then finished with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar topping. Crisp, juicy grapes wrapped in a silky dressing make this an easy crowd-pleaser. Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe … Read more

Lemon Almond Green Beans Recipe with Crispy Toasted Almonds

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These lemon-Dijon green beans almondine are quick, flavorful, and easy to make. Butter—optionally browned—plus garlic, lemon, Dijon, and sliced almonds transform fresh green beans into a simple but elegant side you can make ahead for a holiday meal. Originally published October 29, 2018.

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Table of Contents
  1. Green beans almondine
  2. Why you’ll love these lemon almond green beans
  3. Green beans almondine recipe ingredients
  4. How to make green bean almondine
  5. Green bean almondine recipe tips
  6. How to Serve Green Beans with Almonds
  7. More amazing green beans
  8. Lemon Dijon Green Beans Almondine Recipe

Before we get into the recipe: a quick family moment — my friend’s little boy recently whispered “Jiminy Crickets” after asking whether he could say a “swear” word. It’s the kind of innocent, funny thing that makes parenting memorable.

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We had a busy weekend with Halloween celebrations — costumes, parties, and small wins like a contest for Charlotte’s Marie Antoinette outfit. On the practical side, October marks the run-up to holiday cooking season, which means quick, reliable side dishes are especially welcome.

a family wearing cute halloween costumes.

Costumes aside, this green beans almondine is the kind of side dish that’s both weeknight-friendly and elegant enough for Thanksgiving. It’s fast, stores well if made a day or two in advance, and pairs beautifully with roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, or roasted meats.

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Peach and Pear Muesli Crumble Recipe: Baked Fruit Breakfast Crumble

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I was craving dessert one evening and decided to make do with what I found in the cupboard. The boys’ great-grandmother often treats them to individual jars of peaches, pears and apple purée, and I had a couple of each on hand — that’s how this simple baked fruit crumble came together. INGREDIENTS 1 cup … Read more

Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

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These Fruity Pebbles Crispy Treats are soft, chewy, and colorful—an easy, no-bake snack or dessert that comes together with just three basic ingredients. They’re perfect for a quick treat, a kid-friendly party snack, or a festive addition for holidays like St. Patrick’s Day. Fruity Pebbles Treats I enjoy classic Rice Krispies treats, but swapping in … Read more

Cod, Carrot & Green Bean Foil Packets with Lime Avocado Sauce

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Raise your hand if you want quick weeknight dinners that are simple, nourishing, and require minimal cleanup. These Cod, Carrot & Green Bean Foil Packets deliver just that. The recipe uses mild cod (any firm white fish or salmon can substitute), baby carrots, French green beans, a savory soyaki or teriyaki glaze, and a bright … Read more

Paleo Whole30 Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe for Clean Eating

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A paleo Whole30 cauliflower fried rice recipe that will transform your meal prep. This versatile side pairs perfectly with any protein and is delicious served with eggs for breakfast. It’s gluten-free, paleo, low carb and Whole30-friendly. Can I make this with cauliflower rice from a whole head of cauliflower? Yes. You can make this easy … Read more

Restaurant-Style Chickpea Tikka Masala Recipe

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My chickpea tikka masala follows the same technique used by British Indian restaurants: tomato paste cooked in ghee until the fat separates. That simple step is why many homemade versions taste close but never quite hit the mark. Vegetarian, gluten-free, ready in about 45 minutes. Why this chickpea tikka masala finally tastes like the restaurant … Read more

Cornmeal Drop Biscuits Without Buttermilk — Quick Southern Recipe

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Cornmeal drop biscuits are simpler to make than traditional tea biscuits, deliver a rich, cheesy flavor, and fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. These biscuits require no buttermilk, use plenty of cheese, and are ready in under 30 minutes. Everyone needs a go-to biscuit recipe that’s quick to assemble and satisfying at every bite. … Read more