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5 ingredients or less

Who says you need a ton of ingredients to make a healthy delicious family meal?

Sometimes less is best! Browse our selection 5-ingredient recipes like our Lemon Pudding Recipe, Maple Mustard Baked Salmon, and Instant Pot Shredded Chicken!

You will realize that minimalist meals are just as innovated and delicious!

Overhead view of a plate of zucchini slices that have been grilled.

Best Grilled Zucchini – easy technique!
July 1, 2020
Ice cream with thick ribbons of fudge swirled in, in a white bowl that looks like an ice cream cone.

Fudge Swirl Ice Cream (no ice cream maker needed!)
June 22, 2020
White wine vinegar salad dressing with a tossed salad pictured in the background of the photo.

White Wine Vinaigrette Recipe – so easy!
May 11, 2020
Image of roasted sugar snap peas on a sheet pan, seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas (so irresistible!)
May 8, 2020
Collage of four 5 ingredient dinner recipe photos.

5 Ingredient Dinner Recipes – 15 easy recipes!
May 6, 2020
Image of green beans with lemon zest and almonds on a white and blue plate, with a serving utensil also pictured.

Green Beans Almondine Recipe
April 8, 2020
Image of a cake stand topped with a stack of rice krispie treats.

The Best Rice Krispies Treats
March 16, 2020
Image of air fryer french fries, taken from above. Two small metal cups of ketchup are also pictured.

Air Fryer French Fries – so crispy!
February 19, 2020
Image of cooked pinto beans made from dried beans using an instant pot.

Instant Pot Pinto Beans (no soaking needed!)
February 3, 2020
image of healthy egg salad on wheat bread

Egg Salad Recipe – with Healthy Option
January 24, 2020
Image of sheet pan breakfast tostada with lots of southwestern toppings.

Sheet Pan Breakfast Tostadas
January 22, 2020
Image of a beautiful cranberry margarita in a salt rimmed glass, garnished with a lime wedge, an orange wedge, and fresh cranberries.

Cranberry Margarita Recipe
November 25, 2019
Image of homemade whipped cream on beaters.

Whipped Cream Recipe – How to Make Whipped Cream
November 18, 2019
Apple cinnamon compote in a cast iron skillet, with a spoon.

Easy Apple Compote with Cinnamon
November 15, 2019
Image of a bowl of cinnamon applesauce, shot from above.

Instant Pot Applesauce Recipe
October 25, 2019
Image of lemon flavor pudding with a spoon inserted.

Lemon Pudding Recipe – 3 Ingredients!
October 9, 2019
Image of vibrant green beans in a black cast iron skillet, sprinkled with garlic, onion, and bacon. Lemon wedges are used for garnish.

Green Beans with Bacon, Garlic, and Onion
September 4, 2019
Image of layered strawberry and vanilla ice cream terrine topped with roasted strawberries. Arranged on a white rectangular plate.

Ice Cream Terrine with Roasted Strawberries
July 30, 2019
This quick pickled radish recipe makes the best pickled radishes in only about 10 minutes hands-on time! They're great on tacos, avocado toast, pulled pork, and more! 

Quick Pickled Radish Recipe – How to Pickle Radishes
May 15, 2019
This flavorful and easy baked salmon with lemon and chives is a taste of summer! It is the perfect use for those chives in your garden! 

Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon and Chives
May 13, 2019
This easy five ingredient baked salmon is going to be your weeknight go-to salmon recipe. The glaze is the perfect balance of spicy and sweet. Try it tonight!

Baked Salmon with Maple Mustard Glaze (5 ingredient recipe)
March 18, 2019
These crockpot meatballs only require 5 ingredients and are always the hit of any party. Let your slow cooker do the work on this recipe - the result is delicious!

Crockpot Meatballs with Cherry Bourbon Sauce
March 11, 2019
image of chicken topped with cheese and pepperoni in a baking dish

Pizza Chicken – One pan, 5 ingredients!
January 9, 2019
Fragrant, flavorful rosemary roasted potatoes are the perfect side dish for nearly any meal. They're great at breakfast too! 

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes – Crispy and Delicious!
December 17, 2018

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Hi, I'm Rachel! Life can be complicated, cooking shouldn't be! I believe that you can put a delicious, well-balanced meal on the table without stressing or spending hours doing dishes. It's possible, and I'm here to help. Have a seat at my table...let's chat, eat, and have fun!

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