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English Peas from Blue Apron

I tried Blue Apron… and hated it

Last week I tried out CookSmarts meal planning. This week I tried Blue Apron, a meal-kit service that provides ready-to-cook recipes and ingredients. I knew Blue Apron would come out more expensive, since most of what they’re selling is convenience, but really thought the meals would taste better. Here was my experience…

Brunch ideas from @offbeathome #brunch #recipes

Yolk porn and waffling all the things: eat these easy brunch recipes

Spring always makes me think of brunch. And seriously, who doesn’t dig socially acceptable early morning drinking, right? We’ve got savory pancakes, waffle-ized french toast, a soul food egg dish, and the most indulgent pull-apart bread. It’s time to chow down, brunch-style. Grab your closest mimosa and get to saving these recipes for your next brunchy brunch-brunch.

Easy vegan noodles and soups as seen on @offbeathome #vegan #asian #recipes

Ramen, curry, miso, oh my! Easy vegan noodles and soups

Pining for curry? Jonesing for peanut sauce? Instead of Grubhubbing your local Thai or Indian place, you can totally make budget-friendly Asian-inspired vegan noodles and soups yourself. Plus, they’re all vegan-optional for meatless Monday or meatless every day. Let’s explore the world of low-calorie noodles, homemade and super easy peanut sauce, and a warm pumpkin curry soup.

Skillet Irish soda bread recipe as seen on @offbeathome #stpatricksday #sodabread

Kiss me, I’m eating St. Paddy’s Day grub (Guinness included!)

Don your green and grab your glass because everyone’s favorite day to fake being Irish is almost heeeeeere. We’ve got some St. Paddy’s Day recipes to satisfy your carb tooth, your sweet tooth, your booze tooth, and even your hangover tooth. Let’s talk soda bread, Guinness sauce, and a healthy day-after treat to soothe your sore head from all that green beer.

Oscar party food ideas from @offbeathome #oscars #party

Oscar party food ideas for your awards show parties (or just your next Netflix binge)

This coming Sunday is the king of movie awards shows, The Oscars. Will you be watching or has the string of wonky host gigs done you in? (Don’t worry, Chris Rock’s opening monologue isn’t likely to be boring, at least!) Either way, we’ve got a few festive Oscar party food ideas to pepper your party table.

Loaded cookie pie as seen on @offbeathome #valentinesday #cookiepie

These sweet treat Valentine’s Day recipes will steal your heart

Ready to buy into the cliche of Valentine’s Day like I am? I can’t help it — pink hearts, chocolate, LOVE… I just dig it, mostly for the aesthetic alone. Whether you’ll be celebrating with a partner or maybe Galentine’s Day on the 13th (hell yeah!), I’ve got three recipes that’ll hit the sweet spot in your heart.

Chocolate-covered strawberry footballs

Super Bowl party snacks you need to serve on game day

Need some rad Super Bowl party snacks for your big game party? I’ve got a trio of a side, an app, and a dessert that you can whip up and serve at your Super Bowl party. They’re easy, on-theme, and totally delish. Oh, and don’t forget those DRANKS!

Clean eating recipes the new year as seen on @offbeathome

These 3 recipes will save your clean eating goals

If you’re starting 2016 off with some goals to eat more whole, clean eating foods, we’ve got you covered. Last week we talked about lots of hacks for eating more healthfully at home including planning, coupons, and cooking from scratch. This week we’re here with some recipes to fuel your fire for those home-cooked meals. They’re colorful, easy, and will make your taste buds super happy.