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.

Italian-Style Green Beans: A Simple Savory Side

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You will love these sauteed Italian-style green beans with tomatoes and garlic. The healthy recipe can be made with fresh or frozen vegetables, making it a delicious side dish to pair with any entree you plan to serve. This recipe proves that simple dishes usually taste the best. Get the recipe now.

6-Cup Grain-Free Granola Sweetened with Sorghum Syrup

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You don’t have to be on a grain-free diet to enjoy this granola. Rich in nutrients and lightly sweetened with sorghum syrup, this tasty combination of nuts and seeds has the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls. Served over Greek yogurt or with milk, it makes a perfect breakfast or snack. Get the recipe now.

Your Go-To Chickpea Veggie Burger Is Here

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No crumbly veggie patties here! Our spinach-filled chickpea burgers hold together like a dream and are packed full of nutrient-rich ingredients. Topped with ketchup, avocado, or a homemade sauce, even non-vegetarians will be satisfied. Read more now on Foodal to add this recipe to your collection of healthy favorites.

Herbed Chewy and Crunchy Homemade Hand-Tossed Pizza Dough

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This simple pizza dough is chewy, crunchy, and full of herbaceous flavor. The combination of herbs really brings this crust to life, making it one of the best homemade versions you’ll ever come across. There’s no need to order takeout when you can make a high-quality crust in the comfort of your own kitchen! Read more.

Spring into the Season with Lemon Yogurt Cake

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This lemon yogurt cake is slightly tangy, moist, and delicious. The simple recipe is a flash to make and it has tons of lemony flavor. If you love tart desserts, this is the recipe that you need to try immediately. Enjoy it for breakfast, dessert, or even have a small slice as a snack. Get the recipe now.

5-Ingredient Thai Curry in a Hurry

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This 5-ingredient Thai curry is just the recipe to pull out when you need to get dinner on the table fast. It’s full of flavor, and incredibly easy to prepare – in just 20 minutes! You can make it as spicy as you like, then serve it over jasmine rice with steamed vegetables on the side. Get the recipe now.

These Lemon Baby Potatoes are a Quick and Easy Side Dish

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No matter what you are cooking this week, these lemon baby potatoes are the simple and quick side dish you need to make. The refreshing lemon flavor paired with garlic is fragrant and tasty. It’s one of those side dishes that you can pair with every single meal, no matter what season it is. Get the recipe on Foodal.

House Salad with Cucumbers and Tomatoes

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Make this house salad your standby and you’ll never be without a healthy side dish again. In this refreshing recipe, tender greens are tossed with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, delicate sprouts, and a tangy balsamic-mustard vinaigrette. Read more now to get the full breakdown on these go-to greens.

Savory Spinach Pie: Load Up on Delicious Leafy Greens

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When you’re looking to load up on veggies, skip the salad bar and make this awesomely airy, delightfully delicious spinach pie instead. Every creamy forkful includes some golden, buttery crust, wholesome greens, oniony scallions, and a medley of sharp cheeses. Get the recipe now on Foodal. #spinach #leafygreens #foodal

Lavender Cookies: Perfume for the Taste Buds

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What better way to enhance a buttery cookie than with delicate dried herbs? These lavender cookies pack a punch of fragrant flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. The simple dough comes together in a snap, and the soft, sugary confections are a treat that’s perfect alongside a hot cup of tea. Get the recipe now.

Dairy-Free Speedy Chicken Tikka Masala

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Do you have 30 minutes? That means you have enough time to make this speedy chicken tikka masala. Brimming with flavor, fresh vegetables, and classic spices, the creamy dish is even better than take-out. This recipe is a serious game changer for your weeknight dinner routine, and it’s dairy-free! Get the recipe now.

The Perfect Apple Strudel Is Easier to Make Than You Think

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This just might be the perfect apple strudel recipe, and we guarantee that it’s a lot easier to make than you might think. With a foolproof homemade pastry crust that’s flaky and buttery on the outside, it’s the ideal pairing with the tart, sweet, and juicy fruit inside. Get the recipe now and try this treat at home.