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Dec 19, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
Tender, moist, and studded with pockets of caramel-y dates, this Date and Walnut Cake is the perfect blend of rich sweetness, warm spices, and simple preparation. Serve alongside a cup of coffee or afternoon tea, or top it with my luscious root beer cream cheese frosting for a simple yet impressive dessert. This modern take on an old fashioned cake checks all of the boxes. Whether for a cozy afternoon tea or an elegant dessert, this cake checks all the boxes.
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Dec 16, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
These Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes are easy to make, rich and creamy, and a decadent spin on classic mashed potatoes. Think baked potatoes with all the fixin’s turned into a mashed potato dish that gets topped with cheese and baked until bubbly. That’s what this is. Plus, this can be prepped in advance, making it the perfect side dish for any holiday menu, special occasion, or alongside chicken for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Dec 8, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
This Chocolate Coffee Cake is super tender, moist, and full of rich flavor. It’s a chocolatey version of the classic breakfast cake and features the most delicious spiced chocolate streusel on top. Plus, it’s got a band of spiced brown sugar running through the middle of it to keep it moist and flavorful for days. Serve this as an impressive brunch coffee cake or top if off with whipped cream or ice cream for a simple dessert.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
With just 7 ingredients and made in less than an hour, you can have this elegant Puff Pastry Apple Tart ready to impress friends and family. This dessert is professional bakery-worthy, but easy enough for beginner bakers to master flawlessly. This Apple Puff Tart might look complicated, but it’s actually very quick and simple to make.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
These Sweet Potato Fritters use just 6-ingredients and are the perfect side dish or appetizer recipe. Crunchy on the ends and tender in the middle, they’re delicious paired with Greek yogurt, apple sauce, or sour cream. They’ll be a true crowd-pleaser at any party or gathering. We love making an easy fritter, it can be a quick dinner on a weeknight, an easy side dish for any meal, or a great appetizer for a party. These Sweet Potato Fritters are so easy to make with just 6-ingredients.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
When you’re searching for ways to use up a couple of sweet potatoes and those carrots in the bottom of the produce drawer, turn to this Easy Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup. It’s got a simple ingredient list of common produce and a few pantry staples, plus it comes together all in one pot. It’s easy and flavorful while being elegant and gourmet thanks to a fun nutty topping that will convince anyone you’ve got major culinary prowess.
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Oct 30, 2024 | 
tasteofhome.com | Kate McKiernan |Beam Suntory |Lauren Grant
Right at home at seasonal parties, small family get-togethers or cozy nights in front of the fire, a cranberry Moscow mule riffs on one of the most classic cocktails with a refreshing holiday twist. A blend of vodka, zingy ginger beer, and a tart splash of cranberry and lime, the cranberry version of the original Moscow mule is easy to make, not too boozy and absolutely gorgeous. Serve it in a signature copper mug or any festive glassware for the ultimate seasonal celebration.
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Oct 1, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
When you’re looking for a simple and cozy soup that tastes like it’s simmered all day, this 45-minute Chicken and Cabbage Soup is the perfect recipe. It’s hearty and filling but, thanks to all the veggies, it doesn’t weigh you down. Dress it down with a hunk of hearty bread, or dress it up for guests with fresh parsley and a lemon-infused olive oil for drizzling over the soup and dipping bread in.
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Sep 26, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
Whip up a sophisticated yet simple Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli coated in a savory sauce in just 20 minutes. This recipe is perfect for nights when you want something quick, healthy, and packed with flavor—without sacrificing style or substance. Plus, it’s easy enough for a busy weeknight—making it a great alternative to take out. I grew up on stir-fries. It was a regular meal in our household, usually containing a multitude of different vegetables and tender bites of stir-fried meat.
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Aug 27, 2024 | 
zestfulkitchen.com | Lauren Grant
This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is charred on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. Made in just 10 minutes, it’s the best way to cook steak indoors quickly with little to no mess. It’s a truly foolproof cooking method every time. There’s something so damn satisfying about a steak that’s cooked correctly. And while it might be tempting to save that craving for when you go out to eat, there’s no need. Because you can easily achieve it at home, with little effort.
