Maria Lichty

Salt Lake City

Food Blogger, Recipe Developer, Writer, and Cookie Connoisseur. Visit Two Peas and Their Pod for tasty recipes-our kitchen is always open!

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Lemon Pistachio Cupcakes

6 days ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place cupcake liners in a standard muffin tin and set aside. Place the pistachios in a food processor. Secure the lid and pulse until finely ground. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Whisk until well combined. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Rub together with your fingers until fragrant.
Two Peas & Their Pod

1 week ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we’re sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to say hi, we love hearing from you! Have a fabulous day!Pin this now to find it later Pin It• We made steak tacos for Cinco de Mayo this week. The boys’ all-time favorite meal.
Easy Strawberry Crisp

1 week ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch oven safe skillet, 2-quart baking dish, or 9×9-inch square baking dish. Set aside. In a large bowl, add the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Stir until well combined. Pour the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Use a pastry blender or fork to cut the butter into the oat mixture until it becomes crumbly.
Spring Sheet Pan Gnocchi

1 week ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Quick SummaryThis easy Spring Sheet Pan Gnocchi is the kind of meal you’ll want on repeat—quick to prep, full of fresh seasonal flavor, and all made on one pan. Roasted pesto gnocchi gets crispy on the outside, asparagus stays perfectly tender, and everything is finished with creamy mozzarella, arugula, a little more pesto, and Parmesan.
Two Peas & Their Pod

2 weeks ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we’re sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to say hi, we love hearing from you! Have a fabulous day!Pin this now to find it later Pin It• It was a full week of baseball. The boys had games and we went to a University of Utah baseball game. The boys got foul balls. • It’s the first day of May which means summer is coming soon.
Two Peas & Their Pod

2 weeks ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Quick SummaryThis easy Asian-Inspired Chicken Salad is loaded with shredded rotisserie chicken, crunchy cabbage, edamame, carrots, cucumber, fresh herbs, and creamy avocado—all tossed in a bold sesame ginger soy dressing. It’s fresh, fast, and full of flavor—perfect for a quick lunch or a no-fuss dinner. Pin this now to find it laterYou know those recipes you make once… and then suddenly you’re making them every week?
Potato and Green Bean Salad

2 weeks ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Quick SummaryThis Potato and Green Bean Salad is a light, flavorful side dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or easy weeknight dinners. Tender baby potatoes and crisp green beans are tossed in a zesty Dijon vinaigrette, with fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor. It’s simple to make, naturally gluten-free, and delicious served at room temperature or chilled. Pin this now to find it laterThis isn’t your average potato salad.
Two Peas & Their Pod

3 weeks ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we’re sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to say hi, we love hearing from you! Have a fabulous day!Pin this now to find it later Pin It• Ski season is officially over. I think we ended up skiing 65 days. Not bad!• The NFL Draft is tonight. I always like to tune in.
Peanut Butter Oreo Cookies

3 weeks ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, cream the butter and peanut butter together until combined. Add the sugars and beat until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until combined. Add the dry ingredients and mix on low until just combined. Don’t over mix.
Chickpea Meatballs

3 weeks ago | twopeasandtheirpod.com | Maria Lichty

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Quick SummaryThese baked Chickpea Meatballs are a flavorful, veggie-packed plant-based protein you’ll want on repeat. Made with chickpeas, zucchini, carrots, herbs, and feta, they’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect for bowls, pitas, salads, or snacking.