Packed with chocolate chips, M&Ms, and peanut butter, these oat-based cookies are naturally gluten-free. Theyre crisp on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. This version is flourless, relying on peanut butter and oats to create an irresistible texture. Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek These are famously kid-pleasers, but who are we kiddingmonster cookies are a combination of everyones favorite things. What Oats to Use for Monster Cookies This recipe requires quick-cooking oats....

This unique breakfast casserole makes a memorable brunch or holiday breakfast. Yes, its unusual, but once you taste it, you know its also incredible. This Monte Cristo breakfast casserole seizes that idea and runs with it to make something even more memorable. Simply Recipes / Photo by Fred Hardy / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower Split croissants layer with slices of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese....

Make this easy Chinese takeout classic at home! It’s just as fast (or faster!) than having it delivered. Marta Rivera I spent most of my time in culinary school perpetually hungry (ironically). On the rare occasion when I had a few bucks to spare, I would indulge in Chinese takeout. Moo Goo Gai PanChinese Chicken and Mushroom Stir Frywas my go-to meal. Marta Rivera What Is Moo Goo Gai Pan? I dont see it as often as Id like on Chinese restaurant menus anymore....

It seems like every culture with a coastline has their version of a seafood stew. The French havebouillabaise, the Portuguesebacalhoada, New Englandchowderand San Franciscocioppino. My first encounter with moqueca was asalmon version of the stewprepared by Brazilian blogger Fernanda ofChucrute com Salsicha. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer We love making fish stew, but had never thought to use a base of coconut milk. A few words about this recipe. First, it’s easy....

A traditional Moroccan chicken with lemon and olives, cooked in a tagine. Have you ever tried cooking with a tagine? Or another key in of clay pot? Elise Bauer There’s something special about cooking with clay. With Couscous or Without? Traditionally, tagines are not served with couscous or rice in Morocco. Elise Bauer They’d be served with bread to sop up the thick sauce. However, rice or couscous make a wonderful non-traditional accompaniment to this recipe....

Raw beets, really? They’re just like carrots! Lovely and light as a side to chicken, turkey, orlamb. Elise Bauer If you don’t have easy access to fresh mint for this recipe, just skip it. Place the grated beets into a sieve and briefly rinse with cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel. Elise Bauer Then add to the bowl with the carrots. Stir to gently combine. In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne....

The soil yields a uniquely flavored and earthy rice. Coconut Cream for Richness Coconut cream adds richness to this omelette. To get the coconut cream, do not shake the can so the cream and water stay separated. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe kick off the can and scoop out the cream. Use a grater, like a Microplane, to get fine pieces of fresh ginger. To get the cream, dont shake the can....

Moules Marinieressteamed musselsis a traditional French dish. Put 1/2 cup of dry white wine in the bottom of a large pot (at least 4-quart). Add the mussels to the pot. Elise Bauer Cover and bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. As the mussels cook, they will release their highly flavored water into the pot. Take care not to overcook, or the mussels will be rubbery and hard....

Moussaka is a savory Mediterranean casserole of layered meat and vegetables. This Greek version is made with ground beef or lamb, creamy bechamel, grilled eggplant, and potatoes. What Is Moussaka? Alison Bickel This version is Greek, although every country in the region makes its own version of moussaka. How To Make Moussaka The best way to make moussaka is in steps. Start with the meat sauce, and while that is simmering, prep the potatoes and eggplant....

Vegetarian mozzarella and basil stuffed tomatoes are simple and delicious. Theres something comforting about melty cheese and aromatic herbs, and this dish has it all. The mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and olive oil will remind you of drool-worthy margarita pizzasans crust. Kalisa Marie Martin And the best part? It comes together in minutes. In this recipe, the tomato pulp is scooped out and used in the filling (no waste!) Kalisa Marie Martin...

Stuffed with smoked mozzarella and basil then drizzled with balsamic in olive oil. Have you seen those bags of sweet mini peppers showing up in the markets recently? They’ve become my new favorite snack. Elise Bauer I down them raw like popcorn. Crunchy vegetable popcorn, with stems for handles. When the grill is out I just toss the peppers with olive oil and plop them on the grill. Elise Bauer...

This recipe is on the table in 40 minutes. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas Everybody loves meatballs! Take a ho-hum dinner, add meatballs, and presto! Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas Its a meal fit for king, or at least a kings family. These pork and beef meatballs have a surprise morsel of mozzarella cheese in the center. How to Make Stuffed Meatballs you could whip these meatballs up in as little as 20 minutes....

My mother has been praising our neighbor Mrs. Adams' pound cake for many years. My mother is a self-described cake person (“There are cake people and there are pie people. I’m a cake person.") Elise Bauer who gets dreamy eyed just thinking about this pound cake. It really was divine! When I stopped by to get the recipe I captured the Adams granddaughter four-year-old Marly eyeing the cake. Add the eggs one at a time and beat lightly, mixing in well after each addition....