Foodie's Nest

This cranberry martini is a tart-sweet spin on the classic vodka martini starring Cointreau, fresh lemon, and cranberry juice. It’s easy to shake up in just 5 minutes! Here’s a tasty, sweet tart spin on the vodka martini that you’ve got to try: the Cranberry Martini! It’s refreshing, zingy, and balanced, shaken up with Cointreau orange liqueur and fresh lemon juice. If you think this drink looks like the classic cocktail the Cosmopolitan, you’re right! The Cosmo is a favorite in my 300 cocktail recipes , and this cranberry martini takes cues from the bright flavor and color. I love serving this one anytime you need a signature drink, and it’s especially perfect for fall and winter holidays (though it works anytime!). Ingredients In a Cranberry Martini The cranberry martini is a spin on the flavored vodka martini. Though the Classic Dry Martini is made with gin and vermouth, there’s a whole family of vodka martinis tha...

This creamy pumpkin smoothie tastes like pie filling, but it’s a healthy snack or breakfast! Pumpkin, yogurt, banana, apple and spices blend up in 5 minutes. Ready for pumpkin season? I’m here for it ! Many of the season’s recipes are sugar loaded: pumpkin cookies , cake , and of course good old pumpkin pie . But why not enjoy all the flavors in a healthy and delicious way? Enter my pumpkin smoothie recipe: it’s creamy and full of pumpkin-spiced flavor and made with Greek yogurt and fruit! It’s a deliciously cozy way to usher in the season without the sugar high. It’s also packed with protein from the yogurt. My son is specifically very into this one (especially sipping it out of a pumpkin mug!). 5 Star Reader Review “I just made this for my husband and me for breakfast this morning. What a pleasant meal that was! I like the combination of flavors in the smoothie, none standing out, but together yielding an enjoyable...

This pesto sandwich pairs the bright green herby sauce with fresh mozzarella, artichokes, and roasted red peppers. Toast it until golden for an easy lunch or dinner! I’ve been making loads of pesto with all the basil I have in my garden, and I have my newest favorite idea of what to do with it: this pesto sandwich! Obviously making a sandwich isn’t rocket science, but the combination of these ingredients here is spot on so I had to share. There’s a generous slather of basil pesto along with creamy buffalo mozzarella, marinated artichokes, roasted red pepper and briny olives. The veggies happen to be on an antipasto platter , so I like to call it a pesto antipasto sandwich. It takes just 10 minutes to whip up and is a fast lunch or easy dinner that’s so satisfying! Even Alex was a huge believer on this one (after being skeptical when I pitched him the idea). Ingredients For This Pesto Sandwich Here’s what you’ll need to recr...

These delicious high protein meals are made from healthy whole food protein sources! My guide has you covered with ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. You might think that “high protein” meals have to be plain chicken breast or protein shakes. But I couldn’t disagree more: my go-to high protein meals are things like silky masoor dal with warming spices, a shrimp Caesar salad that comes together faster than takeout, and the baked chicken meatballs that my kids request by name. After reviewing the hundreds of recipes on this website, I’ve found my top go-to recipes for high protein meals that will fuel your day that my entire family loves: including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. I’ve also included some information from the Mayo Clinic that may change the way you think about protein! What Is a High Protein Meal? The  Mayo Clinic recommends to consume 15–30 grams of protein at each meal. Interestingly, more...