🌮 These crispy beef tacos have been circulating on social media since last fall.

I don’t normally add tomato paste to the ground meat when I make tacos, but I love the richness it adds. The mozzarella cheese was another amazing addition in my book. Beyond the glorious cheese pull it delivers, it adds extra creaminess. Oaxaca or Queso Fresco would also be great.

The best part, though, is really the texture. Taking the time to fry really allows the tortilla to take on a gorgeous golden color and the perfect crunch. The cheese also has just the right amount of time to get nice and gooey during this cook time. My mouth is watering just recounting my experience, and I fully intend on making them again.

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/x7t4lx

Yakitori is a classic Japanese dish of bite-size pieces of chicken threaded onto skewers and cooked over high heat. In Japan, it’s the kind of food you’ll find at neighborhood yakitori shops, yatai (street food stalls), or izakayas (bars). The chicken is juicy, the edges are lightly charred, and everything is brushed with tare, a simple glaze made from soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar that caramelizes as it cooks.

Ingredients:
・¾ cup soy sauce
・¼ cup + 2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
・¼ cup + 2 tablespoons sake
・¼ cup + 2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar
・1-in piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
・2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
・1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-in (2.5-cm) pieces, light and dark green parts separated
・1 tablespoon cornstarch combined with 1 tablespoon cold water
・2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-in (2.5-cm) pieces
・8 to 10 metal or bamboo skewers

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/jvuo1z

🍓 This Strawberry Crepes recipe is to die for and belongs on a restaurant brunch menu, but the best part is how EASY they are to make! We make them often on the weekends (if you’re intimidated at all, I’ve got a really great tutorial for How to Make Crepes) and they are such a special treat! I love that the crepe batter can be made the night before, and if we have leftover crepes, they keep well in the fridge to reheat over the next few days.

Ingredients:

For the Crepes:
・4 large eggs
・1/3 cup butter, softened
・1/2 cup granulated sugar
・1 cup all-purpose flour
・1 1/4 cups milk
・1 teaspoon vanilla extract
・1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Filling:
・2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
・4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
・1/4 cup powdered sugar
・1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
・1 pint heavy whipping cream
・3 Tablespoons powdered sugar

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/f3736m

🍰 This simple gluten-free cake is a sweet, reliable pick-me-up. It’s the kind of cake you'll find yourself reaching for at any hour of the day, equally at home on the breakfast table, alongside an afternoon cup of coffee or tea, or served as a low-key dessert after dinner.

Ingredients:
・1 3/4 cups ground almonds
・1 cup medium grind or finely ground cornmeal (see note)
・2 teaspoons baking powder
・1 teaspoon kosher salt
・Zest of one lemon, plus juice
・3 large eggs
・1 cup granulated sugar, plus 2 tablespoons
・1/2 teaspoon almond extract
・1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
・1/2 cup fruity olive oil
・6 ounces fresh raspberries

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/5c26qp

🦞 I’ve cracked the code to the best homemade cheddar bay biscuits, and quite frankly, they’re so much better than what I’ve ever had at the restaurant. Here’s how you can replicate those renowned biscuits at home, without picking up a box.

Ingredients:
For the biscuits:
・4 ounces sharp white cheddar ・cheese (about 1 cup shredded)
・8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
・3/4 cup buttermilk
・2 cups all-purpose flour
・1 tablespoon baking powder
・1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
・1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
・1/2 teaspoon baking soda

For the garlic butter:
・4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
・1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
・1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
・1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/mx53qx

🥙 These Chicken Shawarma Bowls will become a favorite fast thanks to juicy, flavorful roasted chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy hummus and tzatziki.

Ingredients:
・6 to 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
・2 lemons, juiced
・1/2 cup olive oil
・6 cloves garlic, minced
・1 teaspoon kosher salt
・2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
・2 teaspoons ground cumin
・2 teaspoons paprika
・1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
・Pinch ground cinnamon
・Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
・1 red onion, roughly chopped

For the Bowls:
・1/2 cup hummus or whole chickpeas
・1 English cucumber, chopped
・1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
・1 1/2 cups dry jasmine rice
・Fresh chopped parsley, chopped, for garnish
・Feta cheese crumbles, for topping, optional
・Tzatziki Sauce:
・1 cup plain Greek yogurt
・2 cloves garlic, minced
・1 small piece English cucumber, peeled and diced
・1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
・3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
・Salt and pepper, to taste

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/hxp15i

🥧 There’s something so comforting about chicken pot pie the flaky crust, creamy sauce, and hearty filling make it the perfect all-in-one meal.

Ingredients:
・Frozen puff pastry
・Butter
・Onion and garlic
・Celery, pearl onions, carrots, and peas
・All-purpose flour
・Chicken broth
・Cognac
・Heavy cream:
・Fresh thyme
・Shredded cooked chicken
・Egg

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/oocs6c

🥕This carrot cake quickly became a favorite. With a perfect blend of spices, an ultra-moist crumb, and luscious cream cheese frosting, it’s hard to beat.

Ingredients:
・Dried currants (optional): Add small bursts of sweetness
・Flour, baking soda & spices: ・Structure, rise, and warm flavor
・Sugar, eggs & oil: Sweetness and moisture
・Carrots: Natural sweetness and moisture
・Nuts (optional): Crunch and flavor
・Cream cheese frosting: Creamy, tangy topping

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/jxf3js

🍳English muffins delicately layered with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and rich, buttery hollandaise sauce make for the most decadent, flavorful breakfast.

Ingredients:
・10 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
・2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
・3 large egg yolks
・1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
・1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne or white pepper
・8 large eggs, divided
・8 slices Canadian bacon, divided
・4 English muffins
・2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives (from 1 small bunch)
・Paprika, for sprinkling

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/ni8wfq

🥗 Delicate butter lettuce pairs beautifully with creamy dressings such as this one made with crème fraîche, herbs, and lemon.

Ingredients:
For the dressing:
・3 tablespoons crème fraîche
・3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
・2 teaspoons honey
・1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
・2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
・2 teaspoons minced fresh chervil
・1 lemon
・1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
・1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

For the salad:
・1 head buttercrunch lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
・3 green onions (white and light-green parts only), sliced thin
・4 radishes, sliced thin
・1 cup snap peas, sliced thin
・1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley
・1/4 cup loosely packed mint leaves
・1/4 cup crumbled feta
・1/4 cup pepitas

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/5bi4ia

🍓While strawberries taste amazing on their own, a little heat transforms them bringing out a deeper, sweeter, more vibrant flavor.

Ingredients:
For the strawberries:
・1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered lengthwise
・3 tablespoons honey
・2 teaspoons lemon juice
・1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the ricotta:
・2 cups full-fat ricotta
・2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
・2 tablespoons honey
・1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/5bi4ia

🍝 The flavor is pure piccata—fresh lemon juice, a silky, buttery pan sauce, and plenty of capers—but the meatballs make it feel more relaxed and family-friendly.

Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
・egg
・parsley
・ shallots
・ capers
・garlic
・milk
・salt and pepper
・ground chicken (preferably not extra-lean all breast meat), pecorino Romano (or Parmigiano Reggiano)
・seasoned breadcrumbsa
・olive oil

For the Sauce:
・chicken broth
・unsalted butter
・lemon juice
・capers
・Italian parsley

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/v7404t

🫐 The tart brightness of the lemon pairs perfectly with the sweet, juicy blueberries. Both flavors really shine in this easy quick bread.

Ingredients:
For the Bread:
・1-1/2 cups + 1 Tablespoons all-purpose flour, (188g), divided
・2 teaspoons baking powder, (8g)
・1/2 teaspoon salt, (3g)
・1 cup plain Greek yogurt, (245g), or sour cream
・1 cup granulated sugar, (200g)
・1/2 cup oil, (120g) or softened butter (114g)
・3 large eggs
・1 teaspoon lemon zest, (2g), from 1 lemon
・1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
・1 heaping cup blueberries, (165g), fresh or frozen

For the Glaze (Optional):
・1 cup powdered sugar, (115g)
・3-4 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice, (45-60g)

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/5qjjcz

☕️ Fragrant with Ceylon cinnamon and cardamom, this creamy latte delivers dessert-like comfort without the blood sugar crash.

Ingredients:
・1 cup nut milk
・1 cup hot water
・1 tablespoon Ceylon cinnamon
・1 teaspoon cardamom
・Drizzle of raw organic honey (optional)

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/knbv0j

I love making sea scallops. They’re sweet, juicy and take only a couple of minutes to cook.

Ingredients:
・4 cups coarsely chopped baby kale
・1/4 cup dry roasted, unsalted peanuts
・2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
・4 ounces fettuccine
・2 teaspoons olive oil
・Salt and freshly ground black pepper
・Olive oil spray
・3/4 pound sea scallops
・1 tablespoon butter
・3 garlic cloves

🍽️ Recipe:
https://theepochtim.es/88qf6s