Whether you are gluten-intolerant or looking to make low-carb choices, these gluten-free recipes are easy to make in a small kitchen and will leave you feeling full.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 29, 2020Gluten-freeComment

My Mom's Simple Christmas Treat: Chocolate Covered Pretzels

These white chocolate covered pretzels aren’t inherently Christmas-y, but my mom makes them every year. She whips them up as a treat at home, gifts a baggie of them to people in her life, and brings them to parties. Everybody LOVES them and I love how easy they are to make.

EATRaechel LambertOctober 31, 2020Dessert, Holiday Comments

Pantry recipes

Here’s a roundup of simple recipes that use mostly shelf-stable ingredients that you likely already have on hand in your pantry.

EATRaechel LambertMay 22, 2020PantryComment

Eat Like a Local: The Quintessential San Francisco Cheese Plate

Only the cheese and jam are from the Bay Area, but after living in San Francisco for 7 years and having attended many a dinner party, I’ve determined this combination to be the quintessential cheese platter. If you disagree, that’s fine. Just means there’s more for me.

EATRaechel LambertJanuary 24, 2020San Francisco, Appetizer, Snack Comments

Garlic, Lemon, and Rosemary Infused Olive Oil

This infused olive oil is a fun ingredient to have on hand in the kitchen and is a great gift for the cook in your life.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 24, 2019Dips sauces & spreads Comments

One-Pan Sweet and Spiced Roasted Nuts

These sweet and spiced nuts are made in one pan in under 20 minutes. They are surprisingly healthy considering how addicting they are and make a great party snack or DIY gift.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 24, 2019Fall, Snack, Gluten-free, VeganComment

4 Easy Thanksgiving Main Dishes That Aren't Turkey

Not feeling the turkey this year? Whether you’re vegetarian or prefer to keep things simple in your small kitchen, these recipes totally say “fall” without the fuss of roasting a turkey.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 24, 2019Thanksgiving, Vegetarian, HolidayComment

Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar

Make-ahead hot chocolate jars are a fun gift or holiday party contribution. All you have to do is spoon the hot chocolate mix into four mugs, add steamed milk, and stir!

EATRaechel LambertNovember 16, 2019Holiday, DessertComment

Dark Chocolate Bark

Not too sweet, reasonably healthy, and super simple to make—this homemade chocolate bark can be made with whatever nuts and dried fruit you have on hand.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 15, 2019Dessert, Holiday, Gluten-free, VeganComment

One-Pan Thanksgiving Dinner for Four

This Friendsgiving, keep dinner simple and clean up even simpler! Make Thanksgiving for four people in just one pan (plus chopping board and large mixing bowl). Buy some nice premade gravy to heat up and ask your guests to bring the cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 7, 2019One pan, Thanksgiving, HolidayComment

Roasted Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice

Roasted acorn squash is one of my favorite things about fall and this vegan dish works as a hearty side or can star as the main event.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 6, 2019Fall, Vegan, For a crowd, Gluten-free, MainComment

Homemade Cranberry Sauce

I love cranberry sauce on more than just turkey! It’s great on morning toast and served with cheese and crackers as an appetizer.

EATRaechel LambertNovember 6, 2019Fall, Thanksgiving, Holiday Comment

Lemon Pistachio Olive Oil Cake

I’ve been wanting to try olive oil cake for ages and Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathew’s new cookbook Love & Lemons Everyday had the perfect recipe. I made some modifications, but as someone who hates measuring, this cake was simple to make and I’m pleased with how this came out.

EATRaechel LambertOctober 31, 2019Dessert, Fancy, For a crowd, Gluten-freeComment

Easy Date Night Pumpkin Ravioli with Sage and Browned Butter

Tonight, skip the Netflix binge-watching and make dinner for your special someone. This ravioli dish only requires the most basic assembly and is perfect for a cozy date night in. Pairs perfectly with few candles and my favorite Gypsy Jazz playlist on Spotify.

EATRaechel LambertOctober 22, 2019Fancy, Vegetarian, Fall, Winter, MainComment

Simple Sheet Pan Butternut Squash Soup

This soup is perfectly simple and warms the soul on cold nights. Just slice the squash and onions and place on a baking sheet with the garlic and seeds.