These Cookbooks for One Elevate Solo Dining Beyond Ramen and PB&J

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Whether you’re a college student learning how to saute for the first time or you’re lucky enough to live solo post-grad (dream life!), making the right amount of food for one person can be tricky, especially if you don’t want to eat the same pan of lasagna all week long. But ordering delivery for one is a checking-account killer, and dinners out with friends add up, so learning how to make your own grub is a valuable skill that’ll help you feel all grown up—and save you some bank, too.

The only thing is, a lot of cookbooks don’t keep the single person in mind. (Whyyy?) So we scoured the shelves for the best books for making the just-right amount of food—enough to fill you up for one night and give you just one day’s worth of  leftovers. Better yet, none of the recipes in these picks is devastatingly difficult to master without a sous chef by your side.

“Solo: A Modern Cookbook for a Party of One” by Anita Lo, $18.87 on Amazon

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There’s no shame in the solo-cooking game, says the Michelin-starred author of this genius book, which emphasizes that making a meal for one doesn’t have to be a sad affair. In fact, it can be empowering and a form of self-love. Lo’s recipes are inspired by her childhood (she’s first generation Chinese-American) and years traveling the world, and it shows in her super-simple dishes, like Broccoli Stem Slaw, Duck Bolognese (It. Is. So. Good.), and even Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie, which is so delectable that you wouldn’t want to share it anyway.Buy Now

“Dining In: Highly Cookable Recipes” by Alison Roman, $20.83 on Amazon

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Perhaps you’ve already heard of Roman’s Insta-famous cookies (you know the ones), but there’s so much more to this book than Salted Butter and Chocolate Chunk Shortbread. Her Slow Salmon with Citrus and Herb Salad is the easiest and most fool-proof way to make salmon (and alas, it’s also very Instagrammable). All 125 recipes are so easy to make and fun to read that we swear you might just delete your GrubHub account for good.Buy Now

“Cravings: Hungry For More” by Chrissy Teigen, $18.30 on Amazon

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She’s not just an amazing Twitter personality—Teigen is a certified chef, and she knows exactly what young people (heck, everyone) likes to eat at home. In her second book, she’s geniously peppered the text with solid tips and techniques for newbie chefs, like how to pit a mango or prep lemongrass. While her recipes are technically not designed for one person, well, we dare you to make her Scallop Linguine with Casino Bread Crumbs and not finish off the whole pan in one sitting.Buy Now

“Indian-ish: Recipes and Antics from a Modern American Family” by Priya Krishna, $18.14 on Amazon

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Indian food can seem intimidating to a new-to-the-game home cook, but Krishna’s recipes are totally approachable, fun, and won’t have you scouring the grocery story for hard-to-find ingredients. The whole book is a nod to her mom’s hybrid style of cooking: there’s an Indian spin on pizza made with roti (for nights when you #canteven), a Saag Paneer but with Feta, even Indian Gatorade, which you can keep in the fridge to accompany your delish meals all week.Buy Now

“The Teen Kitchen: Recipes We Love To Cook” by Emily & Lyla Allen, $13.38 on Amazon

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Don’t let the name of this book fool you—it’s packed with easy-to-make recipes that will satisfy college students and post-grads alike. Because who doesn’t love Anytime Waffles? The beginner-friendly recipes like Frambled Eggs (half scrambled, half fried) will help you master your breakfast game, but don’t worry, there are some more refined recipes, too, like a Zucchini and Squash Galette, which is a fancy way to get through Meatless Mondays without feeling like you’re missing out on anything. There are a ton of gluten- and dairy-free options, too.Buy Now

“Comfort in an Instant” by Melissa Clark, $16.33 on Amazon

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Cooking for hours just to feed yourself can sometimes feel like a total hassle, right? Enter the Instant Pot, which is a dream for making complicated meals in, well, an instant. Clark’s recipes are uncomplicated and fast. Even her Weeknight Chicken Parmesan, which we highly recommend, only takes 20 minutes total to whip up.Buy Now

“Now & Again: Go-To Recipes, Inspired Menus + Endless Ideas for Reinventing Leftovers” by Julia Turshen, $22.29 on Amazon

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Okay, so technically this book provides menu plans that are great for feeding a crowd, however, the real genius part is that Turshen shows you multiple ways to reuse leftovers. And tbh, most of the recipes are so good that there aren’t leftovers when you’re making them for a group. But if you’re cooking solo, you should have enough left over to rework her Chicken and Black Eyed Pea Chili into the most delicious Chili Nachos the next day. Don’t sleep on the Skillet Cornbread with Cheddar and Scallions, either.Buy Now

Read More: 10 Rules to Memorize Starting Out in Your Own Kitchen

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10 Canned Cocktails That’ll Make This Summer Lit

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Stylish and Practical Beach Picnic Gear That’s Also Good for the Environment

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You love summer, you love noshing and sipping by the beach, but you don’t love all those images of fish and turtles caught in ocean garbage, right? Well, it turns out you don’t need to throw away much at all if you properly equip yourself with some super reusable (and oftentimes super cute!) beach dining accoutrements. Mix-and-match the items that speak to you, and you’ll have your own ready-to-go beach picnic kit that will herald in sunny, breezy days without worry of waste.

Picnic at Ascot Wine and Cheese Cooler Bag Equipped for 2 with Glasses, Napkins, Cutting Board & Corkscrew, $39.50 at Amazon

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Let’s start with the core food groups of a beach picnic: wine and cheese. Make it easy with this insulated cooler bag. So many colors to choose from, and everything you need for a perfectly romantic wine-and-cheese date on the beach. Skip the plastic knife and the plastic bag, and just worry about finishing off the cheese and wine—waste not, want not!Buy Now

Asobu StackNGo Unbreakable Wine Glasses, 2 for $15.99 on Amazon

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For those who just want to focus on the wine, these portable plastic “glasses” are a nifty option (and a little more sophisticated than these admittedly handy and hilarious adult sippy cups). Toss a couple in your beach bag, along with your wine and some stoppers like this by Joie (on the off-chance you’ll have leftovers), and you are good to go!Buy Now

Built NY 2-Bottle Neoprene Wine Tote, $19.95 on Amazon

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For the ultimate DIY wine-to-go setup, choose your favorite style of this BUILT NY Neoprene Tote, and treat yourself to these unbreakable silicone wine glasses that are literally squishy enough to fit it into any pocket, compartment, or container. Then, imagine strolling over to the waves with some bubbly in one tote pocket, and your reusable glasses in the other—can you even?!?Buy Now

Smart Flask Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Growler with Neoprene Carrying Pouch, $21.95 on Amazon

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If beer is more your style, or even some other liquid (I don’t know, water?), you can’t go wrong with a good growler. This Smart Flask Stainless Steel Growler comes with a neoprene carrier that you can also use with any proprietary brewery growler, for those times they insist you use their branded container. Refilling a growler time-after-time at your favorite brewery is an excellent way to mitigate the need to go through innumerable bottles and cans.Buy Now

Red Cup Living Sustainable Reusable Cups, $6.99 on Amazon

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Speaking of beer, did you know that those ubiquitous red Solo cups aren’t so easily recyclable? Most municipalities don’t take #6 plastic recycling—it requires special facilities. But, if you can’t quit that “red cup” life, Red Cup Living has created a sustainable version. Splurge on a few of those, or if you’re just trying to get ‘er done with a crowd, reusable-style, get a set of these BPA-free cups on the cheap.Buy Now

Craft & Kin 12-Piece Dishwasher-Safe Melamine Dinnerware Set for 4 in Blue Ocean, $39.95 on Amazon

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Now that you’ve got plenty of options for minimizing waste while imbibing, let’s take a look at some ways you can kick your paper habit with regards to the actual meal. Sea-themed melamine plates are hardy enough to toss in a bag, but dreamy enough for your Instagram food pics. Plus, they’re more durable than ceramic plates, and hold food better than flimsy paper!Buy Now

DII Printed Cotton Napkins, 4 for $7.99 on Amazon

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And since you’ll already be bringing home your sandy beach towel to wash, why not bundle in some spent cotton napkins at the end of your excursion? As all of the Season 2 Queer Eye home designing illustrates (thanks, Bobby!), palm leaves are so “in” right now—so, lean into all that is reusable by investing in some tropical leaf cotton napkins. No paper to throw away!Buy Now

Stainless Steel Flatware Sets, 4 for $14.95 on Amazon

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While plastic forks and knives seem like the obvious choice for picnic meals, they aren’t so seamlessly recyclable—most are made from that notorious #6 plastic which lots of city recycling facilities do not accept. A more environmentally conscious way to eliminate cutlery waste is to get yourself a portable set of stainless steel flatware. Or, win outdoor-host-of-the-year and bust out this set of four by KEKLLE when dining with your friends. Each set of knife, fork, spoon, and chopsticks comes with its own neoprene case, so they’re stylish and convenient!Buy Now

HIKENTURE Camping Utensil Set 4-In-1 Stainless Steel Fork Knife Spoon Bottle Opener Set, $10.80 on Amazon

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For the more utilitarian types, this Camping Utensil Set by Hikenture comes with a bottle opener and a small loop to attach to your key ring. All these options make it easy to ditch disposable!Buy Now

Collapsible Insulated Basket by Picnic at Ascot, $32.95 on Amazon

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With all the mixing-and-matching you can do with reusable beach dining products, you’ll need something to tie it all, and carry it all, together. This Collapsible Insulated Basket by Picnic at Ascot comes in 13 colors and patterns, and doubles as a shopping tote for your frozen and refrigerated groceries when you stop at the supermarket. Keep your food and drinks at the right temperature while using fewer disposable bags—you’re nailing this reusable thing!Buy Now

Finally, unless you’re really crafty with your bottles-and-cans artwork, you will need a place to gather up all those recyclables. This Pop-Up Recycle Bin by Coghlan fits the bill perfectly—it’s super portable, and it couldn’t be more obvious about its intended purpose. Set this thing up near your beach blanket, and delight in the tidy, environmentally friendly way your friends all dispose of their drink vessels.

Pick-and-choose your favorite items, and put your waste-minimizing picnic kit together for beautiful days and nights on the beach—the only thing you’ll be disposing of is a wasteful mindset! Oh, and make sure to practice that stink eye, withering glare, or classic “thumbs down” gesture (dealer’s choice) for when you spot beach-goers littering—you can be a sort of a Lorax for the fishies!

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Wine Coolers Way Better Than the Ones You Drank in College

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One upon a time, the wine cooler—a pour of Chablis from the jug, topped off with fizzy water—was the least sophisticated drink at the party. But the wine cooler has been cocktailized, with wine that’s used as a sophisticated base for balanced and interesting drinks. Here are 9 wine cooler recipes we’re thirsty for.

Needless to say, they’re great summer sippers, and most are simple enough to be made on a picnic blanket or at the beach, but all are welcome additions to any backyard BBQ. Banish all thoughts of Bartles & Jaymes, and all fuzzy, soft-focus notions of ’80s nostalgia too. These wine-based drinks are sophisticated (but not too sophisticated to have a good time) and super refreshing.

Related Reading: The Best Canned Wines for Summer

1. Crimean Cocktail

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A light, crisp wine cocktail perfect for summer, with white wine, Cointreau, lemon, and soda. You’ll feel like you’re at the beach, even if you’re actually just on your fire escape. Get our Crimean Cocktail recipe.

2. Tinto de Verano

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Similar to a Spritzer or a wine cooler, this Iberian cocktail is very refreshing. La Casera is the Spaniards’ preferred brand of soda mixer, but Sprite or 7UP is a fine substitute. Incidentally, it’s a great camping cocktail too. Get our Tinto de Verano recipe.

Unbreakable Silicone Wine Glasses, 4 for $18.89 on Amazon

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3. White Wine Spritzer

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White wine, soda, and a lemon twist: An easy cocktail for a warm-weather brunch or hot summer night (and, of course, Ned Flanders’ drink of choice in Vegas). Get our White Wine Spritzer recipe.

4. Chardonnay Cover-Up

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Usually a bottle of wine is a welcome gift, but if an oaky Chardonnay is not your wine of choice, turn it into a refreshing cocktail. Just mix it with some Aperol, orange bitters, and a lemon twist and serve it over ice. Get our Chardonnay Cover-Up recipe.

5. Raspberry Cocktail

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An excellent way to use fresh raspberries, this drink looks fruity and delicate but still has a nice kick of gin. Try it at brunch with lemon ricotta pancakes, or for an afternoon cocktail poolside. Get our Raspberry Cocktail recipe.

6. Ruby on Rails Cocktail

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The sweet combination of sliced strawberries, strawberry syrup, and rosé wine is balanced by the herbal complexity of gin and Pimm’s No. 1. Get our Ruby on Rails Cocktail recipe.

7. Femme Fatale Punch

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This combination of sparkling wine and strawberries may look girly and fruity, but after one glass you’ll understand why it’s called punch. Get our Femme Fatale Punch recipe.

8. Aziza’s Lambrusco Sangria

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Bubbly Lambrusco adds a little sparkle to classic sangría. With a hit of gin, this cocktail is strong but remains balanced. Remember to be delicate when stirring it or you’ll kill the bubbles! Get Aziza’s Lambrusco Sangria recipe.

9. Le Petit Hibou

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Courtesy of The Little Owl (“Le Petit Hibou” in French), this combo of Pinot Blanc, Lillet Blanc, and apple juce is unexpectedly delicious, either at dinner or on its own. Get the Le Petit Hibou Wine Cocktail recipe.

Related Reading: The Best Wine Club Subscriptions

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Grilling Innovations to Bring Your 4th of July BBQ Into the Future

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Who doesn’t love a summer BBQ? Mitch McConnell, probably. But the rest of us sure do and it’s high season for straight up grillin’ with a tasty side of chillin’. What better time to throw a doozy of a BBQ bash than Fourth of July? But admit it, the last few have begun to feel a little…uninspired, shall we say? How about seasoning your summer shindig with some high-tech BBQ gadgetry?

Maybe you haven’t checked in a while, but there’ve been major improvements and inventions since dad bought that basic hibachi back in the ‘90s. Whether it’s for a gift or just treating yourself this summer, we’ve collected some of the coolest new summer barbecue gadgets, tools, and even a few food innovations to kick this year’s party into another stratosphere—or at least into the 21st century.

Weber Performance Deluxe ‘22, $439 on Amazon

We’ll start with the undisputed king and anchor for any barbecue: the grill. There are thousands to choose from but we’re loving all the hard work Popular Mechanics did to review some of the most popular versions on the market. Of the 12 they tested, the Weber Performance Deluxe ‘22 outpaced everyone and clocks in at an extremely affordable $400.Buy Now

OONI 3 Pizza Oven $275 on Amazon

Meat on the grill is the obvious choice for any summer barbecue but that doesn’t mean it’s the only option. Surprise everyone by whipping out this portable wood-fired pizza oven from Ooni, which heats to a Luciferian 932 degrees Fahrenheit in just 10 minutes (but, how though?). It can cook a Neapolitan-style pie in around one minute (one minute!) and Uuni runs on dense and affordable wood pellets.Buy Now

Opal Nugget Ice Maker, $414.99 on Amazon

Lots of ice is an essential component of any party but when the mercury rises, it truly is do or die. It’s been proven by science that nugget or pellet ice is the best ice, for cocktails or even just chewing on, so spring for this Opal Nugget IceMaker from GE and leave those crummy trays for the birds.Buy Now

Soundcast VG3 Indoor-Outdoor Speaker System, $249.97 on Amazon

Ok, so admittedly this thing will not cook food, not at all, so don’t try. But it will fill your entire yard, (and you’re annoying neighbors) with some of the sweetest, smoothest beats to keep the party rolling long past fireworks. Portable and lightweight with a 3-inch sub-woofer, this indoor-outdoor unit is Chowhound tested and fully approved.Buy Now

Kovot 6-in-1 BBQ tool $22.99 on Amazon

Toss out that highly one-dimensional spatula with decades of caked-on grease and break out this ingenious hybrid cooking tool with extended tongs, serrated knife, grill scraper, bottle opener, and even a built-in flashlight for those hard-to-see moments. Less than 25 bucks and totally 007 approved.Buy Now

MEATER Wireless Smart Thermometer, $69.99 on Amazon

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A next-level digital meat thermometer that allows you to walk away from the grill (or oven) and still keep on eye on those precious meats. Never again let a steak or pork loin overcook because you had to dash off to keep Aunt Janet from having her 5th glass of wine.Buy Now

Related Reading: 9 Interesting Sides for Summer Grilling and BBQ

Pop-Up Mesh Net Cover, $12.97 on Amazon

It’s summer and inevitably the bugs will come for both your flesh and your food. You can at least save your food with this by plopping down one of these nifty devices and wait for the chorus of “that’s such a good idea” to begin.Buy Now

Snake River Farms Meats

If you really want to kick this thing into gear, try throwing something on the grill that’s also found the world’s most iconic eateries. Snake River Farms, a Boise, Idaho producer of American Wagyu and Kurobuta pork, purveys to the likes of Eleven Madison Park, Alinea, and The French Laundry but also ships their meats anywhere in the U.S. Want to get guests talking? Treat them to some American Wagyu Ribeye, which serves 6-8 very happy carnivores. Check out some of their limited time deals on Fourth of July meat packages.

Related Reading: The Best Meat Delivery Services in 2019

Beyond Burgers (pack of 40), $141.38 on Amazon

Barbecues are generally not a vegetarian paradise but food labs like Beyond Meat have completely changed the game. Treat your veg friends to these plant-based meat alternatives—a pleasant upgrade from the frozen black beans patties they’ve become accustomed to.Buy Now

Chevoo Marinated Goat Cheese

Listen up. This new (ish) chèvre (goat) cheese blended with herbs and spices and marinated in California olive oil is the greatest thing to hit your barbecue meats or pizzas since salt and pepper. Highly addictive flavors include Sea Salt & Rosemary, Dill Pollen & Garlic, and Aleppo-Urfa Chili and are available at Whole Foods. Run, don’t walk, to get a jar or two. Your friends will love you forever.Buy Now

Related Reading: The Best Low-Calorie, Low-Carb Beers for Summer

Final Touch Watermelon Tapping Kit, $28.65 on Amazon

Maybe you’ve seen it. The large batch watermelon cocktail made and served IN an effing watermelon! This year you’re doing it and everyone’s going to Instagram the $#*% out of it. Pick up one of these and let everyone live their social media fantasy.Buy Now

Hamilton Beach Cocktail Blender

Something we all look forward to as spring bleeds into summer is those oh so “ahhh”-inspiring frozen drinks. This super spinner has enough voltage to make margaritas for the entire neighborhood and the handy built-in spout means you can keep things moving with absolutely zero spillage. You’ve got enough cleaning up to do, right?Buy Now

For more check out our Grilling and BBQ Tips, Techniques and Tricks

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Quick and Healthy Summer Recipes You Can Make with Your Kids

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Summer is the season of activity. Whether it’s a cross-country vacation, hiking a local trail, or day trip to the beach, there is no slowing down while the sun is out. As a result, we tend to prioritize convenience over healthy eating choices, leading to gas station treats and overly-processed snacks that—while delicious in taste—are chock-full of preservatives, high-fructose corn syrup, and other no-no ingredients.

As an alternative, we’ve found four fail-proof, easy, and healthy recipes that will not only give you a good dose of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but are also fun to make. These tasty bites also mirror some of our childhood favorites (Sour Patch Kids, Cheez-Its, and popsicles), which makes nostalgia that much more delicious.

We teamed up with Lynn Smith, host of HLN’s Weekend Express, to share the dishes and create them in studio. Check out the clip below, as well as a list of all of the recipes.

It's ♫ summer, summer, summertime. ♫ And so you can sit back and unwind, check out these easy and healthy snacks the kids can make on their own! Chowhound's Joey Skladany has you covered.Recipes: http://bit.ly/2x64Oed

Posted by Weekend Express on Saturday, June 23, 2018

Sour Frozen Grapes

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In this case, sour grapes are a good thing!

Here’s what you need:

• Green grapes
• Sugar-free Jell-O powders
• Toothpicks
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preparation:

1. Pour the Jell-O powders into separate mini bowls.

2. Poke the ends of grapes with a toothpick.

3. Dip the grape into water/lemon mixture.

4. Roll the grape in a mix.

5. Set on a parchment-lined tray.

6. You can either refrigerate or freeze. Remove the toothpicks prior to serving and set them in a bowl.

Parfait Popsicles

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Healthy Greek yogurt and fresh fruit freeze into a creamy, naturally sweet treat (accented with a little honey), and granola adds crunch for those who might miss the sugar cone.

Here’s what you need:

• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• Variety of fruit
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Granola
• Popsicle mold

Preparation:

1. Puree the fruit in a food processor to create a chunky mixture.

2. Take about two cups of Greek yogurt (sweetened with two tablespoons of honey) and fold the fruit mix into the yogurt gently (so it will create a pretty swirl effect). You can also just toss everything into a blender to make it easier.

3. Add pieces of granola for a crunch.

4. Fill the popsicle molds with Greek yogurt mixture.

5. Pop the tops on the molds and insert popsicle sticks.

6. Freeze the popsicles overnight. Enjoy!

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Baked Cheesy Crackers

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Who doesn’t love cheese crackers? What you might not love: all the extra preservatives and unnecessary ingredients. Making your own is surprisingly easy—it takes just 5 simple ingredients—and they’re delicious.

Here’s what you need:

• 1.5 cups extra sharp cheddar
• 4 tablespoon butter
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon nutritional yeast

Preparation:

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor until it creates a dough.

2. Separate into two patties, wrap in plastic, and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

3. Place one of the patties between parchment paper and roll the dough until thin (about 1/8 inch thick).

4. Use a knife to cut the dough into one-inch squares. You can use a bamboo stick or toothpick to punch holes in the centers for a Cheez-It effect.

5. Sprinkle the crackers with remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt. You can also add other spices (like garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, etc.) but nutritional yeast is best for a healthy and super cheesy kick!

6. Repeat with second patty and return dough to fridge to chill. Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

7. Transfer the cut crackers to a parchment-lined baking sheet (keeping about 1/2 inch distance between crackers).

8. Bake at 15 minutes until the crackers are golden. You can add an extra minute or two if you want the crackers crispier.

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Lynn’s Power Bites

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Energy balls are great for powering you through hikes, long car rides, or your average busy morning. These no-bake treats are easy to make and customize, and kids will love rolling the mixture into bite-size spheres.

Here’s what you need:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup peanut or almond butter (or seed butter)
• 2/3 cup honey (or liquid sweetener of choice)
• 1 cup ground flax seed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips or raisins (or a mix of both; substitute 1 cup of whatever mix-ins you like)

Preparation:

1. Stir all ingredients together until combined.

2. Roll into balls about the size of a golf ball.

3. Pop them into the fridge for 30 minutes.

Related Reading: Marie Kondo’s Guide to Bento Box Lunches Your Kids Will Love

This post was originally published on June 25, 2018 and was updated with new links and text on June 21, 2019.

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