Robin Asbell

Minneapolis

Culinary Creator at Freelance

I'm a #cookbook author, teacher, YouTuber, and I love #realfood. I revel in delicious #Vegetarian, #Vegan, #WholeGrain and #plantbased. https://t.co/sKw7v8gcKs

Articles

The $14.99 Aldi Kitchen Tool I’m Using All Summer Long

5 days ago | simplyrecipes.com | Robin Asbell

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Fresh juice is the best, bursting with flavor and nutrients. But if you’ve been buying fresh juices, you know they cost a pretty penny. Looking to indulge your craving for the freshest flavors by making your own juice? You can spend hundreds of dollars on a juicer, but if you want to keep it simple, then you’re currently in luck: Aldi has a new Crofton Juice Press. For $14.99, this is an affordable tool for juicing citrus and softer fruits and vegetables.
The New $2.49 Trader Joe's Find I Buy Every Time I Go

1 week ago | simplyrecipes.com | Robin Asbell

Simply Recipes / Getty Images If you’re a tofu novice, it’s good to know what makes silken tofu so special. Unlike the sturdy, porous-textured firm tofu used for stir fries, silken tofu is delicate and soft. That’s because it’s made by thickening and setting soy milk into a sliceable pudding. Until recently, Trader Joe’s only offered firm tofu. If I needed silken tofu for a recipe, I’d have to go to another grocery store.
How Many Grams of Protein Are in an Egg?

2 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Tina Nguyen |LTH Nutrition |Anika Christ |Robin Asbell

Eggs are considered a staple ingredient all over the world and are no doubt one of the most popular breakfast foods. With more people now considering the protein content of each of their meals, it may leave them wondering, how many grams of protein are in an egg? Eggs are often touted in the nutrition world as a “perfect food” because of their protein and nutrient content, according to Anika Christ, RD, CPT, senior director of nutrition and weight loss at Life Time.
The $1.05 Aldi Find So Delicious I Buy 6 at a Time

2 weeks ago | simplyrecipes.com | Robin Asbell

Simply Recipes / Getty ImagesKey Takeaways• ALDI's Happy Harvest Whole Potatoes cost just $1.05 per can. • The peeled, cooked potatoes make a tasty sub for fresh for pan-roasted potatoes, potato salads, soups, curries, air fryer potatoes, and more. I admit it. The first time I saw canned potatoes—you didn't read that wrong—at the grocery store, the food snob in me assumed they were a bad idea.
The $3.39 ALDI Dessert I’m Eating on Repeat This Summer

3 weeks ago | simplyrecipes.com | Robin Asbell

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock As a fan of ALDI’s gelato, I found the summer release of new flavors a must-try event. Ever since my first taste of creamy gelato, on a trip to Florence many years ago, I’ve been obsessed with it. Of course, trying any luscious treat while standing in a sunlit piazza in a breathtakingly beautiful city would be memorable. But when it’s the Italian version of ice cream, it’s swoon-worthy.
High-Protein Honey-Pistachio Ice Cream

3 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Maddie Augustin |Robin Asbell |Christy Rice

STEP 1In a small pot over medium heat, combine the honey and water. Whisk until the honey is completely dissolved, and bring the mixture to a simmer. STEP 2Add ½ cup of the pistachios and simmer for eight to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the almond extract. Allow the syrup to cool slightly. STEP 3Transfer the syrup to a high-speed blender. STEP 4Add the cottage cheese and blend until smooth. STEP 5Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and pour in the mixture.
Vegan Toasted-Coconut Ice Cream

4 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Maddie Augustin |Betsy Nelson |Robin Asbell |Christy Rice

STEP 1Place the cashews in a jar with a lid and cover with water. Refrigerate overnight. STEP 2Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. STEP 3Spread the coconut onto a baking sheet in a single layer, and bake for seven to eight minutes, stirring every couple of minutes, or until the coconut is evenly toasted. STEP 4Strain the cashews and place them in a high-speed blender with the dates. Blend until a thick paste forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
Martha Stewart Cooks Her Cucumbers-And You Should, Too

1 month ago | simplyrecipes.com | Robin Asbell

Simply Recipes / Getty Images There are a million ways to prepare summer's abundance of cucumbers—slicing and pickling being the most popular—but have you ever cooked one? I'll admit that I didn't see a need to try it—that was until I saw a Martha Stewart recipe for Sautéed Cucumber back in 2003. I thought, "Well, I’ll try this some time," curious to see whether the juicy veggie benefits from cooking them down in a pan.
Coffee Granita | Experience Life

1 month ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Maddie Augustin |Robin Asbell |Betsy Nelson |Christy Rice

Made with peak-season cherries and decadent dark chocolate, this nice cream is creamy and summery — and dairy-free.
I've Been Making This 30-Minute Martha Stewart Dinner for 8 Years

1 month ago | simplyrecipes.com | Robin Asbell

Simply Recipes / Getty ImagesKey Takeaways• Martha's One-Pan Creamy Tuna Pasta is easy and cleanup is a breeze. • The dish uses some pantry staples, like stock and canned tuna, but is bright and seasonal with asparagus and lemon. • The starches from the pasta help thicken the sauce so that it coats all of the ingredients. These days, it seems we are all trying to get a meal on the table without breaking the bank. One of the most dependable options that'll stick with you is canned tuna.