Shanna Mallon

Shanna Mallon is a freelance writer who holds an MA in writing from DePaul University. Her work has been featured in a variety of media outlets, including The Kitchn, Better Homes & Gardens, Taste of Home, Houzz.com, Foodista, Entrepreneur, and Ragan PR. In 2014, she co-authored The Einkorn Cookbook with her husband, Tim. Today, you can find her digging into food topics and celebrating the everyday grace of eating on her blog, Go Eat Your Bread with Joy. Shanna lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with Tim and their two small kids.

Refreshing Summer Salad with Chocolate Balsamic Vinaigrette

Salads, Summer Arugula, balsamic vinegar, Chocolate

Horizontal image of a shallow white ceramic bowl of arugula topped with fresh fruit, chopped nuts, and chocolate balsamic vinaigrette, on a gray surface with two folded beige cloth napkins, forks, and scattered berries, with another bowl of the same dish at the top of the frame.

A refreshing summer salad with chocolate balsamic dressing is the combination of fruity, sweet, and savory flavors that your taste buds are craving right now. Fresh berries and leafy greens are a fantastic base for the homemade vinaigrette that’s drizzled on top. The crunch of walnuts is the ideal finish. Read more.

Big-Crumb Rhubarb Coffee Cake

Cakes, Desserts Rhubarb

Horizontal image of a square of dessert with a crumbly topping.

Coffee cake anyone? You really need to try a big piece of this version with layers of moist cake, tart rhubarb filling and big, buttery crumbs sprinkled on top. Make it for your next brunch or luncheon event and wow your friends who are hesitant to try rhubarb. Get the recipe now on Foodal.

Einkorn Blueberry Cake with Whipped Cream

Cakes, Summer, Summer Barbecuing Blueberry, einkorn, kefir

Horizontal image of slices of cake with fresh fruit and whipped cream on white plates.

If you love fresh summer blueberries, showcase them in a beautiful dessert to share with family and friends. This sweet einkorn flour cake topped with fresh whipped cream features juicy blueberries in every bite. Serve it for your next warm weather party this year. Learn how to make the recipe now on Foodal.

A Perfect Breakfast Mashup: Overnight Banana Bread Yeast Waffles

Breakfast and Brunch, Waffles Banana

Horizontal image of three quartered waffles on a white plate garnished with pomegranate seeds and maple syrup.

When you have a brunch party to plan, cereal just won’t cut it. Prep ahead with this overnight waffle batter and let the yeast do its thing. Add a tangy touch of sour cream and some sweet mashed bananas,, and you’ll be the belle of the breakfast ball. Break out the iron! This recipe is bananas. Read more on Foodal now.

Simple Spelt Flour Carrot Cake with Ricotta Frosting

Cakes, Desserts, Easter carrot, Holiday Baking, Icing and Frosting, ricotta, Spelt Flour

Horizontal image of a slice of a simply decorated orange cake with white icing on a white plate in front of fresh carrots on a tan napkin.

For a healthier and lighter carrot cake, make this spelt flour and sucanat version decorated with a fluffy ricotta frosting. Enjoy heavenly slices of cake speckled with vibrant carrots. Moist and spiced, it is nicely balanced by hints of pure maple syrup in the frosting. Learn how to make the recipe now on Foodal.

Warm French Lentil Salad with Tomatoes, Marcona Almonds, and Goat Cheese

Grains and Legumes, Sides, Vegetarian Almonds, goat cheese, lentils, Tomato

Overhead closely cropped horizontal image of a white bowl of homemade lentil salad with nuts, cheese, and tomatoes, with a serving spoon, on a wood surface with fresh thyme and Marcona almonds.

This warm lentil salad proves that simple is often best. Fresh thyme, juicy tomatoes, and buttery Marcona almonds are sauteed in olive oil, then tossed with fiber-rich lentils and creamy goat cheese for a healthy, yet satisfying side dish or vegetarian entree. Read more now to add it to your go-to list of easy recipes!

Kale Almond Pesto: An Easy and Cheaper Alternative to the Original

Sauces and Spreads Almonds, kale, Pesto

Overhead horizontal image of a white ceramic bowl of green homemade pesto at the center of the frame, with a spoon, whole almonds, a piece of Pecorino cheese, and a folded red and white checkered cloth, on a brown wood background.

If you can’t get enough of pesto’s garlicky goodness but want to save a few bucks, turn to your new favorite alternative. This vibrant spread swaps in almonds for pricey pine nuts and nutrient-rich kale for basil. Keep reading to find out how you can buzz up this flavorful sauce with just a few simple ingredients.

Honey Grapefruit Scones with Oats and Einkorn Flour

Breakfast and Brunch einkorn, grapefruit, Oat Flour, scones

Horizontal image of a triangular slice of scone on a dark plate, with more scones and slices of fruit on the bottom.

Made with einkorn flour, oat flour, and rolled oats, our grapefruit honey scones are hearty and satisfyingly nourishing. Savor the subtle sweetness from the coconut sugar and honey, while the ginger and grapefruit play with your taste buds. Serve with softened butter for a delightful breakfast. Read more on Foodal.

Homemade Carrot Risotto Goes with Everything

Grains and Legumes, Sides, Veggies carrot, rice, risotto

Horizontal head-on shot of two shallow white bowls of root vegetable risotto, a glass of white wine, and a dark and light blue cloth, with a small glass bowl of grated Pecorino cheese and whole carrots in the background, on a gray slate surface.

Creamy and filled with fresh herbs, this carrot risotto will go with with anything you want to cook this week. The filling rice dish is rich in flavor, making it an ideal side or vegetarian entree. You’ll want to eat this all season long to maximize your carrot intake! Get the easy and delicious recipe on Foodal now.

Classic Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Cakes, Desserts, Easter, Spring carrot, cream cheese, Icing and Frosting

Horizontal image of a slice of carrot cake on a dark plate with fresh vegetables in the background.

Each layer of this classic carrot cake is filled with toasted pecans and plump golden raisins. And it looks gorgeous covered in thick cream cheese frosting. Even on its own, this dessert – dark, moist, fragrant, and bursting with bright orange shreds – is a beautiful way to eat your veggies. Get the recipe on Foodal.

Herb-Roasted Carrot Tartines with Pesto and Goat Cheese

Appetizers, Vegetarian carrot, goat cheese, Pesto

Horizontal image of tartines topped with sticks of orange vegetables on a slate with maple syrup and parsley leaves.

These unique tartines are simple to assemble for your next party: toasted bread, soft chevre, pesto, roasted carrots, a little maple syrup, and chopped fresh parsley. They’re hard not to love, from the crunchy base of the toast to all the ingredients piled on top. Learn how to make the recipe now on Foodal.

Homemade Einkorn Bagels with Your Favorite Toppings

Breads, Breakfast and Brunch einkorn

Homemade Einkorn Bagels on a cooling rack. Top down view.

Though they take some preparation, these homemade bagels are as good as any from New York City. Slightly crispy on the outside and with just the right amount of softness and chewiness inside. And they are made with Einkorn flour so are easier to digest than conventional wheat-based bagels.