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"Love and Lemons" is a website that showcases the personal journey of its founder, Jeanine Donofrio. It combines her passion for food, photography, and life's little moments as she chronicles her experiences and discovers her home and family.

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RSS Hunter • Aug 19, 2024

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Strawberry Icebox Cake

This strawberry icebox cake recipe belongs at your next summer gathering! My strawberry tiramisu became an instant reader favorite after I shared it last 4th of July, so this year, I wanted to develop another no-bake dessert for your summer celebrations. After testing and tweaking this icebox cake multiple times, I’m happy to report that it’s even easier and just as delicious. It has layers of fresh strawberries, homemade whipped cream, and graham crackers that soften into a light, cake-like texture as the icebox cake chills in the fridge. My Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe Icebox cakes aren’t a new concept, […]

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RSS Hunter • Jun 28

20 Best 4th of July Drinks

Say hello to our best 4th of July drinks! They include cocktails that range from fruity and fun (looking at you, strawberry margarita) to crisp and classic (like this negroni). You’ll also find several non-alcoholic options here. They’re colorful, refreshing, and just as festive as any of the alcoholic cocktails on this list. I think drinks are an underrated part of any July Fourth cookout, potluck, or picnic menu. A summery cocktail or a cold pitcher of lemonade will instantly make your celebration feel more festive, and it gives everyone something to sip while you put the finishing touches on […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/4th-of-july-drinks/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Jun 25

Agua Fresca Recipe

This agua fresca recipe is the best way to cool off on a hot day! Made with 4 fresh ingredients—your fruit of choice, water, sweetener, and lime—these colorful drinks are lightly sweet, bright, and refreshing. On a blistering summer day in Austin, they’re my favorite way to beat the heat. Best Fruits for Aguas Frescas A fun thing about this agua fresca recipe? You can make it with almost any fruit! Here are some of my favorite agua fresca flavors: Watermelon Mango Pineapple Honeydew Cantaloupe Strawberry Cucumber (I don’t peel it, but you could if you prefer!) Sweet, juicy fruits without […]

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RSS Hunter • Jun 23

Ramen Noodle Salad

Who else grew up eating ramen noodle salad at potlucks and cookouts? This recipe is my updated take on the nostalgic summer side dish. It stars crisp veggies, juicy orange segments, a sweet and tangy vinaigrette, and the best part: a crunchy mix of toasted ramen noodles, nuts, and sesame seeds. I’ve made this ramen noodle salad recipe for a few BBQs already this summer, and it’s always been the first side dish to disappear. I hope you try it for a gathering soon—I promise it’ll be a hit! Ramen Noodle Salad Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need to make this […]

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RSS Hunter • Jun 18

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

I make these grilled portobello mushrooms on repeat all summer. They’re such an easy side dish—meaty, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes on the grill. Their edges are lightly crisp and nicely charred, while their insides stay perfectly juicy. A quick balsamic marinade fills them with rich, smoky, tangy flavor. Below, I’m sharing my tips and tricks for how to grill portobello mushrooms, my go-to seasoning, and my favorite ways to serve them. They’re the sort of ultra-flavorful, super simple side dish I think everyone should have in their back pocket in summer. Try them for your next cookout […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/grilled-portobello-mushrooms/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Jun 16

Tuscan Marinated Olives with Whipped Ricotta

This post is in partnership with The Spice House. Jack isn’t usually an olive person, but every time I make these marinated olives with whipped ricotta, he can’t get enough. They’re quickly becoming one of my go-to appetizers for summer entertaining because they feel elevated, but they’re so easy to make. Citrus- and herb-marinated olives sit on a bed of creamy whipped ricotta cheese with a golden ring of olive oil pooling around it. It looks (and tastes!) like something you could get at a restaurant, but it comes together in under 30 minutes. The secret ingredient in this recipe […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/tuscan-marinated-olives-with-whipped-ricotta/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Jun 9

Antipasto Salad

This antipasto salad recipe is exactly what I crave on a hot summer day. Filled with a delicious mix of greens, cheeses, and tangy, briny marinated veggies, it’s refreshing, flavorful, and oh-so simple to toss together. You don’t have to do any actual cooking here. Just whisk up the zesty homemade dressing, rinse off some chickpeas, and do a little chopping. This vibrant antipasto salad will be ready in 30 minutes or less! Antipasto Salad Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need to make this antipasto salad recipe: Arugula and radicchio – These bitter greens make up the base of the salad. […]

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RSS Hunter • Jun 7

Red Wine Vinaigrette

Meet my go-to red wine vinaigrette recipe! Made with basic ingredients like olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, this 5-minute salad dressing has a delicious balanced flavor. It’s tangy, savory, and a tiny bit sweet—so much better than any bottled dressing you can get at the store. I’ve been slowly perfecting this red wine vinaigrette recipe over the last few years. When I first started making it, I used too much vinegar, giving the dressing an overly-acidic punch. I gradually tempered it with more oil, honey, and mustard to create a smooth, emulsified texture and complex flavor that […]

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RSS Hunter • Jun 4

Sauteed Zucchini

This sautéed zucchini recipe is on repeat in my kitchen every summer. Ready in 15 minutes, it’s such an easy side dish. The zucchini cooks on the stovetop with olive oil or butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. When it’s tender and browned, I season it with a squeeze of lemon for brightness, then add garnishes like red pepper flakes, parsley, and/or Parmesan for savory depth. Out of the many, many zucchini recipes I’ve shared over the years, this simple sautéed zucchini is one I make most often. It’s so quick and so flavorful, with delicious caramelization from the hot skillet. […]

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RSS Hunter • Jun 3

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – June!

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a comment on the recipe’s blog post. At the end of the month, I randomly select one winner to receive a prize. I love the sense of community that comes from so many people cooking one recipe each month. We’re kicking off our June challenge today with our cowboy caviar recipe, and I hope you’ll join in the fun. Here’s how it works: The Prize: A $100 Whole Foods […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/love-lemons-cooking-club-june-6/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Jun 2

White Sangria

This summer, this white sangria recipe is the pitcher cocktail I can’t stop making. It’s crisp, bright, and refreshing, a delicious blend of white wine, orange liqueur, and fresh fruit. I sometimes add a little peach schnapps to make it even fruitier, but it’s also lovely with just a touch of simple syrup for sweetness. A handful of mint rounds out the fresh summer flavors. It’s the perfect drink for summer entertaining. This easy white sangria recipe makes a whole pitcher and is designed to make ahead. Peaches, berries, and citrus infuse the wine with fruity flavor as it chills overnight […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/white-sangria-recipe/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 31

Our 10 Most-Saved May Dinner Recipes

May is one of my favorite months to cook. It’s a delicious mashup of spring and summer, with veggies like asparagus, peas, fresh herbs, and radishes all over the farmers market and tomatoes and zucchini on their way. We have the occasional chilly night or two, where a cozy bowl of asparagus soup might hit the spot, but we also kick off grilling season over Memorial Day weekend, ushering in months of cookouts, picnics, and generally eating outside as often as possible. Our most-saved May dinner recipes reflect all of that. This month, our readers loved produce-packed weeknight meals like pasta […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/most-saved-may-dinner-recipes/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 28

This “Secret Ingredient” Potato Salad Is Our Most Popular Memorial Day Recipe

I grew up in the Midwest, where classic creamy potato salad was on the menu at every summer cookout. As a kid, it wasn’t my favorite, often bland and verging on mushy (my least favorite texture). But these days, I’m a potato salad convert. I serve it almost every time I host friends and family in the summer. So, what changed? I learned how to make a potato salad that was packed with flavor. This potato salad recipe is my go-to. I’m planning to make this recipe for at least one gathering over Memorial Day weekend, and I know many […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/recipe-spotlight-potato-salad/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 22

Limoncello Spritz

This limoncello spritz recipe is one of my favorite drinks to sip on a hot summer day. Bright, fizzy, and refreshing, this Italian cocktail is a simple combination of three ingredients—limoncello, prosecco, and club soda. I first tasted limoncello, an Italian lemon liqueur, on the island of Capri, just after Jack and I got engaged. The sweet, citrusy liqueur seemed to magically appear at our table after dinner every night. I (obviously) love lemon, so I thought it was the perfect way to end each meal, dining al fresco on a summer night in Italy. It wasn’t long before my love […]

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RSS Hunter • May 21

25 Easy Memorial Day Desserts

No Memorial Day cookout is complete without dessert! I’ve rounded up our best Memorial Day dessert recipes to help you find the perfect one for your celebration. They include no-bake treats like this show-stopping strawberry tiramisu, crowd-pleasing cookies and bars (no one ever complains about brownies!), frozen desserts, and all things fruit. Try one (or two or three) for a sweet start to summer! Very Berry Memorial Day Desserts Strawberry Shortcake When it comes to Memorial Day desserts, you can’t get more classic than strawberry shortcake. This recipe is wonderful with ripe, juicy early summer strawberries, but feel free to […]

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RSS Hunter • May 20

15 Fresh Strawberry Recipes

In late spring and early summer, I have strawberry recipes on repeat. As soon as these sweet, ruby red berries appear at the farmers market, I start tossing them into salads, blending them into drinks, eating them for breakfast, and of course making strawberry desserts. (No summer is complete without classic strawberry shortcake, if you ask me.) Below, I’m sharing 15 fresh strawberry recipes that belong on your table this summer. They’re the ones I come back to every year—desserts like that strawberry shortcake, my go-to strawberry salad, homemade strawberry lemonade, and more. Try one or try them all to make […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/strawberry-recipes/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 15

Rhubarb Muffins

These rhubarb muffins are so good, I just ate two fresh from the oven. They’re moist, tender, and perfectly puffy, with chunks of juicy rhubarb strewn throughout. I love that they’re not too sweet—the tartness of the rhubarb really shines through, as does the warm flavor of the vanilla extract in the batter. Bonus: they’re a fully acceptable choice for breakfast! I often reach for one as a snack with my afternoon coffee too. This rhubarb muffins recipe is easy to make in right around 30 minutes. If you have rhubarb on hand, you can have them ready in no time. […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/rhubarb-muffins/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 14

Strawberry Lemonade

When I made this strawberry lemonade recipe for the first time, my son Ollie gave it a thumbs up after just one sip. Easy to make with four ingredients—strawberries, lemon juice, water, and sugar—it’s sweet, tart, and incredibly refreshing. Around here, it’s becoming our go-to summer drink. Ice-cold, bright pink, and packed with fresh flavor, this strawberry lemonade is everything I crave on a hot day. I’ll be making it for cookouts, BBQs, and gatherings all summer long. I hope you will be too! Strawberry Lemonade Ingredients This strawberry lemonade recipe calls for four basic ingredients: Strawberries, of course! If […]

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RSS Hunter • May 12

Our Most Popular Mother’s Day Recipe

A few weeks ago, I baked these easy homemade scones, studded with juicy blueberries and topped with a bright lemon glaze. My husband Jack is usually a major scone skeptic (“too dry” and “crumbly” are his common complaints), but these, he loves. They’re moist, flaky, and buttery. In our house, a batch disappears in 2 days, tops. They’re a perfect spring brunch treat—in fact, they’re one of our most-made recipes on Mother’s Day every year. If you’re looking for something simple and delicious to make this Sunday, you can’t go wrong with these. Here’s why I love these easy scones: […]

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RSS Hunter • May 8

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – May!

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a comment on the recipe’s blog post. At the end of the month, I randomly select one winner to receive a prize. I love the sense of community that comes from so many people cooking one recipe each month. We’re kicking off our May challenge today with our sesame soba noodles, and I hope you’ll join in the fun. Here’s how it works: The Prize: A $100 Whole […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/love-lemons-cooking-club-may-5/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 7

31 Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

These Mother’s Day brunch ideas are better than any gift—flowers, candles, jewelry… That’s how I feel, at least. To me, the ultimate treat is spending a Sunday morning enjoying a delicious meal with my family. And if Jack and Ollie do the cooking? Even better. I’ve rounded up our best Mother’s Day brunch ideas below. They include recipes for every type of gathering and every type of cook. Serving a crowd? Make a hearty breakfast casserole or delicate quiche. Need something quick and easy? Our classic homemade pancakes have you covered. Want to get ahead? This overnight French toast casserole is […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/mothers-day-brunch-ideas/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 5

Get a Sneak Peek Recipe from Pop of Flavor!

In case you missed it last week, I announced my new cookbook: Love & Lemons Pop of Flavor! The book will be out this fall, but you can officially pre-order it now! As a thank you for pre-ordering, we’re offering early access to my recipe for Zesty Ricotta Muffins with Lemon Glaze through next Sunday, May 10, only. Pre-order your copy today, then send your receipt to [email protected] to grab your recipe sneak peek! Vegan option included. To everyone who’s pre-ordered already—thank you so much. It truly means the world. 💛 Remind me—what’s Pop of Flavor about? Pop of Flavor is a celebration […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/pop-of-flavor-sneak-peek/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 3

8 Best Margarita Recipes

Break out the tequila—let’s make margaritas! These margarita recipes range from the classic combination of tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave to fruity margaritas, frozen margaritas, jalapeño-infused drinks, and more. They’re all refreshing, delicious, and easy to make. With Cinco de Mayo coming up next week, almost everyone where I live in Austin, Texas will be sipping a margarita this weekend. Often confused with Mexican Independence Day (September 16), Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In Austin, it feels like a broader celebration of Mexican-American heritage, and margaritas are […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/best-margarita-recipes/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • May 1

Easy Crepes

Learn how to make crepes! This easy crepe recipe calls for 8 basic ingredients you likely have in your pantry already. The batter comes together in a blender and cooks in a regular nonstick skillet. These delicate French pancakes might seem intimidating to make at home, but trust me—with this simple recipe, you can absolutely pull them off. I started making crepes with my son Ollie after taking a trip to Paris last fall. For something that feels fancy, they’re a surprisingly fun thing to cook with kids, and they’ve since become one of our favorite weekend breakfasts. Ollie helps […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/crepes-recipe/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 26

15 Fresh Spring Vegetable Recipes Ready in 20 Minutes

Last weekend, I came home from the farmers market with tender asparagus, bright pink radishes, lush greens, and sweet, juicy sugar snap peas. Spring can sometimes get a slow start in April, but with the arrival of these spring vegetables, I’m calling it official: peak spring is here. For the next few weeks, I’ll be cooking spring vegetable recipes nonstop. Some of my favorites, like this asparagus risotto and meaty steamed artichokes, are best reserved for relaxed weekend cooking, but there are plenty of others that are entirely weeknight-possible. Below, you’ll find the quick and easy spring vegetable recipes I make […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/spring-vegetable-recipes/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 24

Homemade Whipped Cream

Learn how to make whipped cream! This homemade whipped cream recipe is easy to make in minutes with just 3 ingredients: heavy cream or heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. It’s plush, airy, delicate, and lightly sweet. Take it from me, as someone who bought the canned stuff for years and thought it was pretty great—homemade whipped cream is so much better. I recently made this whipped cream recipe to serve with my lemon olive oil cake and realized that I’d never shared it on the blog. It’s such a lovely finishing touch for desserts like cakes, pies, crisps, and […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/whipped-cream-recipe/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 23

Caesar Wrap

Meet my favorite Caesar wrap recipe! It combines everything I crave about a classic Caesar salad—crisp lettuce, nutty Parmesan, and a creamy, tangy dressing—in a soft tortilla for a make-ahead lunch or easy dinner. Like in my kale Caesar salad recipe, there are a few extras in here too. You’ll find chickpeas for protein, avocado for creamy texture, and kale, radicchio, and onion for crunch. I’ll be making this recipe for healthy lunches all spring. I love that it’s super satisfying, yet fresh, and packed with bold, briny flavor. I hope this Caesar wrap becomes one of your go-to lunches […]

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RSS Hunter • Apr 21

Big News! Our New Cookbook!

Hey friends, exciting news! We wrote a new cookbook! Love & Lemons Pop of Flavor comes out this fall on October 13, and it’s now available for pre-order! For the next few weeks only, we’re offering a special pre-order bonus. Keep reading to learn more! What’s Pop of Flavor about? Pop of Flavor is a celebration of cravings. Instead of organizing it into chapters by meal type, the chapters are broken up by texture and flavor so that you can cook what you crave: Saucy Spicy Crunchy Herby Tangy Sweet I started working on this book when my son Ollie was about 2 […]

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RSS Hunter • Apr 19

5 High-Fiber Smoothie Recipes You Can Make in 5 Minutes

These high-fiber smoothie recipes are some of my favorite healthy breakfasts and snacks. Easy to blend up in just 5 minutes, they’re full of high-fiber ingredients like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. These good-for-you foods make these smoothies energizing and satisfying, but that’s not all. They also pack in the health benefits of fiber, including promoting gut health, aiding digestion, and lowering cholesterol. Whether you’re actively trying to eat more fiber or are just looking for breakfast or snack ideas to try, you’ll love these high-fiber smoothies. They’re quick, easy, and nourishing…not to mention delicious! 5 High-Fiber Smoothie Recipes to […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/high-fiber-smoothie-recipes/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 17

Salad Pizza

Have you tried salad pizza?! It’s as simple as putting salad on pizza. The best of both worlds, it’s one of my favorite dinners to make throughout the spring and summer. Ready in 30 minutes, my recipe starts with a crisp pizza crust that’s loaded up with garlic and mozzarella cheese. When it comes out of the oven, I sprinkle on a zesty Italian salad made with arugula, radicchio, red onion, and a bold red wine vinaigrette. Nutty Parmesan, tangy pepperoncini, and red pepper flakes take it over the top. The fresh, acidic salad perfectly balances the rich crust and gooey cheese. […]

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RSS Hunter • Apr 16

Lemon Orzo

This lemon orzo recipe is an easy, delicious one-pot dinner or side dish. This spring, it’s been one of my go-to weeknight meals. It calls for just 10 ingredients, cooks up in 20 minutes, and—best of all—is a hit with the whole family, kiddo included! I love this lemon orzo pasta because it’s bright, fresh, and creamy without any cream. The starches from the orzo and a little Parmesan perfect its comforting texture, while fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and herbs supply its zingy flavor. I often mix in some chickpeas and sautéed asparagus to make this lemon orzo a meal on […]

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RSS Hunter • Apr 14

The Easy Lemon Dessert Our Readers Can’t Stop Making This Spring

As the weather warms up this spring, I’ve noticed my dessert cravings shifting. So long, chocolate—right now, I want all things bright and citrusy. I’m clearly not alone in this, because of all the desserts on Love & Lemons, there’s one our readers can’t stop making this spring: this lemon blueberry bread. Joe wrote, “I’ve made this so many times now… Everyone who tries it loves it!” And Lisa commented, “This bread has me hankering for spring and I’ll definitely be making it again!” It’ll be on repeat in my kitchen this season too. Here’s why I love this lemon […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/recipe-spotlight-lemon-blueberry-bread/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 10

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – April!

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a comment on the recipe’s blog post. At the end of the month, I randomly select one winner to receive a prize. I love the sense of community that comes from so many people cooking one recipe each month. We’re kicking off our April challenge today with our chickpea salad recipe, and I hope you’ll join in the fun. Here’s how it works: The Prize: A $100 Whole […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/love-lemons-cooking-club-april-5/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 7

15 Fresh Spring Dessert Recipes

If you’re looking for fresh spring desserts, you’re in the right place! These spring dessert recipes showcase the best flavors of the season—bright lemon, tart rhubarb, sweet strawberries, earthy carrot cake, and more. Whether you’re hosting a special celebration or craving an easy everyday treat, we have ideas you’ll love! Out of the hundreds of dessert recipes on Love & Lemons, these are the ones I come back to every spring. I’ve made them for family birthdays, Easter, Mother’s Day, and on rainy spring afternoons when I need something sweet. I hope a few become favorites in your kitchen too! Our […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/spring-desserts/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Apr 3

Lemon Olive Oil Cake

This lemon olive oil cake recipe is my new favorite spring dessert…and possibly my new favorite dessert, period. It has a moist and tender texture and fruity, citrusy flavor from lemon juice, lemon zest, and plenty of olive oil. I’ve already made this cake three times this spring—it’s that delicious! This olive oil cake recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients and equipment. I love to whip it up for an everyday treat to enjoy with coffee or tea. It’s also lovely for holidays and gatherings. I dust it with powdered sugar or pile it with whipped cream and strawberries […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 31

15 Easy Easter Appetizers

These Easter appetizers are the perfect way to kick off an Easter brunch or dinner! They include classic appetizer ideas like deviled eggs as well as vibrant dips and light bites made with spring’s best produce. Easy to make (or make ahead), they’ll be a hit with you and your guests. I always make a few of these Easter appetizers when I host my family for the holiday. They start the meal with fresh spring flavors…and they give everyone something to snack on if our breakfast casserole or scalloped potatoes need an extra couple minutes in the oven. No stress—we’ve […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 27

Eggs Florentine

This classic eggs Florentine recipe is a restaurant-worthy brunch dish that you can make at home! A fresher spin on eggs Benedict, it consists of poached eggs, creamy homemade hollandaise sauce, and silky sautéed spinach on a toasted English muffin (no Canadian bacon here!). I garnish mine with a sprinkle of chives to take it over the top. While I might turn to breakfast casserole or cinnamon rolls when I’m making brunch for a crowd, this eggs Florentine recipe is a show-stopping option for a smaller group. Jack and I love it as a special Sunday morning breakfast, and it’s […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 26

30 Spring Dinner Ideas to Refresh Your Weeknight Rotation

These spring dinner ideas are full of bright, fresh flavors! They’re the meals I’m craving as the days get longer and the weather gets warmer. Move over, soups and stews—here, you’ll find vibrant salads, veggie-loaded pastas, delicate egg dishes, grain bowls, and more. If your dinner rotation could use a refresh after a winter full of comfort food, these spring recipes have you covered. I chose these spring dinner recipes with weeknights in mind. Most are easy to make in about 30 minutes, and a few are designed for prepping ahead. They’ll help you enjoy the best flavors of the […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/spring-dinner-ideas/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Mar 20

Lemon Posset

Have you tried lemon posset? It’s a bright, creamy 4-ingredient treat I’ll be making all spring. A classic British dessert, lemon posset is similar to a custard or a pudding, but it doesn’t require eggs or cornstarch to set up. It’s easy to make with heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, sugar, and vanilla. Sweet and citrusy, it’s such a refreshing way to end a meal! This easy lemon posset recipe would be a perfect dessert for spring occasions like Easter and Mother’s Day. It’s great for entertaining because you can make it ahead, and it looks so elegant in little glasses […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 19

Cottage Cheese Dip

I can already tell: this cottage cheese dip will be on repeat in our house this spring. Easy to make in the food processor with just 6 ingredients, it’s creamy and tangy—perfect for scooping up with crackers and veggies. The cottage cheese packs it with protein (this dip has 7 grams per serving!), and avocado fills it with healthy fats. Jack and I love it as a snack, but it would be a crowd-pleasing party appetizer too. Its pale green color is so festive for spring! I’ll be honest—I haven’t loved every cottage cheese recipe I’ve tried since it became […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 17

Morning Glory Muffins

These morning glory muffins might be my favorite muffins of all time. They’re wonderfully moist, warmly spiced, and packed full of shredded carrots, apples, raisins, and walnuts. In fact, I tested them four times to pack in as many mix-ins as I possibly could! I wanted them to feel like a breakfast twist on carrot cake, my family’s favorite spring dessert. Now with 3 full cups of carrots in the recipe—plus a cup of apple—I can confidently say that they absolutely do. Lately, I’ve been loving these morning glory muffins for breakfast with coffee, but they’re also a great anytime snack. Try […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 15

8 Easy St. Patrick’s Day Recipes Our Readers Love

Our readers come back to these St. Patrick’s Day recipes year after year. They range from Irish classics like cabbage and soda bread to any and all things green. Think vibrant green sauces, side dishes, desserts, and more! They include my favorite St. Patrick’s Day food ideas too—the soup I always make, plus the bright green treat I love for dessert. If you’re looking for fun, festive recipes for the holiday, you’re sure to find some ideas here you’ll love! Cabbage Soup I make this hearty cabbage soup on St. Patrick’s Day every year. I’m not the only one—last year, […]

https://www.loveandlemons.com/st-patricks-day-recipes/ loveandlemons.com

RSS Hunter • Mar 13

Glazed Carrots

This glazed carrots recipe is a delicious, easy vegetable side dish. Cooked with brown sugar or honey to bring out their natural sweetness, the carrots are tender, flavorful, and vibrant. They’re a perfect side dish for holidays like Easter and Thanksgiving (especially because they come together on the stovetop, saving you valuable oven space). But they’re so simple that you could make them on busy weeknights too! When I was growing up, brown sugar glazed carrots were always part of my family’s Easter menu. But they were never my favorite. I always found them too soft and too sweet. This glazed […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 12

Lemon Chickpea Soup

This chickpea soup recipe is my idea of the perfect weeknight dinner. Canned chickpeas, the starting point of so many of my favorite dinners, are the star ingredient here. Some stay whole for texture, while the rest blend with tahini to make the soup lightly creamy. Spinach, dill, and a squeeze of lemon juice brighten the whole thing up. This chickpea soup comes together in 30 minutes, calls for basic pantry ingredients, and is still somehow comforting, satisfying, and fresh. I first shared it in Simple Feel Good Food, and it’s since become one of the most-made recipes in the book—by me […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 8

Carrot Cake Bars

I’ll be making these carrot cake bars all spring long! I don’t know about you, but I always crave carrot cake in the spring. The combination of warm spices, sweet carrots, and tangy cream cheese frosting just feels like the perfect dessert as the days get warmer and longer. I’m not about to make a full-blown layer cake with any regularity…but these carrot cake bars? I try to keep a stash on hand at all times. 🙂 I first published this recipe in my third cookbook, Simple Feel Good Food. I shared a video of the recipe on social media before […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 6

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – March!

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a comment on the recipe’s blog post. At the end of the month, I randomly select one winner to receive a prize. I love the sense of community that comes from so many people cooking one recipe each month. We’re kicking off our March challenge today with our breakfast casserole recipe, and I hope you’ll join in the fun. Here’s how it works: The Prize: A $100 Whole […]

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RSS Hunter • Mar 3

Almond Flour Cookies

These almond flour cookies are chewy, nutty, and filled with melty chocolate chips. They’re totally gluten-free, but you don’t have to be to love them. In fact, these almond flour chocolate chip cookies are one of the treats I make most often. The recipe first appeared in my second cookbook, Love & Lemons Every Day, and I’ve made it countless times since the book was published. I thought it was about time I shared it here too. These cookies couldn’t be easier to make. The recipe calls for 10 ingredients and comes together in one bowl. If you have almond […]

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RSS Hunter • Feb 27

Thai Green Curry

This Thai green curry recipe is a restaurant-worthy weeknight dinner! It’s fresh, flavorful, and bright, yet it still comes together in 30 minutes thanks to an easy pantry shortcut: store-bought green curry paste. Made with aromatic ingredients like green chilies, lemongrass, and makrut lime leaves, the curry paste is packed with bold flavor. Simmered in coconut milk with fresh ginger and lime juice, it creates a curry sauce that’s rich, fragrant, and a little bit sweet. I can’t say it’s better than my go-to Thai restaurant (sometimes, nothing but takeout will do), but it comes pretty darn close. You could use any […]

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RSS Hunter • Feb 24

Lemon Orzo Soup

Let’s make lemon orzo soup! This recipe has quickly become a favorite in our house this winter, a new go-to dinner for busy weeknights. I love that it’s cozy enough to feel warming and satisfying on a cold day, but that it’s still healthy and fresh. A bright lemon broth surrounds tender orzo pasta, flavorful vegetables, and creamy white beans. A sprinkle of dill or parsley takes it over the top. Like all the best weeknight dinners, this lemon orzo soup is easy to make. It comes together in one pot with simple ingredients and cooks up in about 30 minutes. I […]

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RSS Hunter • Feb 17

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

These brown butter chocolate chip cookies are insanely delicious. They have lightly crisp edges, perfect chewy middles, and melty chocolate in every bite. Best of all, brown butter (plus an extra dose of brown sugar) fills them with toffee-like flavor. I went through a bit of a browned butter phase last year, after I started making these blondies and couldn’t get enough them. Around that time, I tried using brown butter in my classic chocolate chip cookie recipe. We devoured every last one of those cookies, but they didn’t have the toasty, nutty brown butter flavor I was after… Many […]

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RSS Hunter • Feb 15