This mango habanero salsa pairs ripe mango’s tropical sweetness with the fiery heat of habanero peppers for a bright, balanced condiment. The fresh lime juice brightens the flavours, making this salsa both sweet and spicy—perfect for anyone who loves a little heat. It works as an easy, plant-based appetizer served with tortilla chips, and it’s … Read more

This Big Cluster Gluten Free Granola is easy to make and delicious. It’s perfect for breakfast or a snack, and it’s both vegan and dairy-free. This post is sponsored on behalf of SunButter. All opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting brands that help make Real Food with Jessica possible! I made a couple … Read more

Easy pickled beets are a simple, flavorful way to enjoy a sweet-and-spicy snack. They can be canned for long-term storage or stored in the refrigerator in a mason jar for quick enjoyment. Pickled beets also make a lovely addition to salads and make a satisfying everyday snack. Easy Pickled Beets Beets are especially good this … Read more

These homemade chocolate chip cookies are a top-notch soft cookie recipe: tender and chewy inside with perfectly golden, slightly crisp edges. EASY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES If you want an easy chocolate chip cookie recipe, this one delivers. No dough chilling required—simply mix, scoop, and bake for about 10–15 minutes. The result is chewy centers with … Read more

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I love the affordability, versatility, and nutrition of canned chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans), so I created a roundup of recipes that celebrate this small but mighty ingredient. This collection features 62 recipes from registered dietitian food bloggers and my own kitchen. You’ll find salads, soups and stews, power bowls, mains, snacks, and even desserts … Read more

This Mediterranean cucumber and tomato salad is fresh, crunchy and full of bright summer flavor. It works beautifully as a light meal or a vibrant side dish. Cucumbers are one of my favourite salad vegetables — crisp, hydrating and mild. I cook with them all summer and sometimes even in winter when I want a … Read more

Save time and reduce morning stress with a simple lunchbox planner and a little weekend prep (about 10 minutes!). Morning routines can feel chaotic. You’re half awake, juggling breakfast, coffee, school readiness for the kids and getting yourself out the door for work. And then there’s the lunchbox to pack. Reaching for packaged convenience foods … Read more

Vanilla Bean Cheesecake is a truly indulgent dessert: ultra-creamy, rich, and finished with a silky white chocolate mousse and homemade whipped cream. This version delivers a dense, velvety texture and a bright vanilla flavor—arguably the best vanilla bean cheesecake you’ll taste. THE BEST VANILLA BEAN CHEESECAKE RECIPE EVER! You may have seen many “best cheesecake” … Read more

Caramel, chocolate and nuts — a combination that rarely fails. This salted caramel peanut slice is one of my most requested gluten‑free desserts, and it disappears at every gathering I bring it to. I sometimes cut smaller pieces so more people can try it, but guests always seem to return for seconds and thirds. Seeing … Read more