Matthew Kaplan
Matthew Kaplan is the Editor of FaveDiets.com, a healthy recipes website featuring hundreds of quick healthy recipes, diets, fitness tips and more! We want to teach you how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, so we are giving you all the tools you need to create a healthier you. We have information about every kind of diet, from 7-day diets to meal based plans. Of course the best diet is simply to eat well. We know that you will enjoy the quick and easy meals at FaveDiets.
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How to Make Baba GanoushBabaganoush is a Middle Eastern dip made with eggplant. Basically, it is hummus just with eggplant instead of chickpeas.
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How to Bake Vegan CookiesThis is one of the best easy cookie recipes that I have tried in a long time. Trust me when I say that this is one of those easy chocolate cookies that you have to try.
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How to Make a Creamy Strawberry CrispFor a super simple dessert delight that you will gobble up in seconds, try out this Creamy Strawberry Crisp recipe as soon as possible.
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Sandwich Pizza: Two Healthy Recipes in One!This pizza recipe is so great because it uses the best sandwich ideas to make a delicious homemade pizza that, I think, everyone will love.
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How to Make Barley PuddingFor a fun and unique twist on a traditional rice pudding recipe, give this recipe for Barley Pudding a try. It has all of the great taste of a classic rice pudding, except this is far lighter.
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Cooking Green Beans: Coconut Crunch BeansFor a meatless meal that is overflowing with flavor, try out this healthy recipe for Coconut Crunch Beans.
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Road Trip Ideas for Healthy EatingSummer is the time to get out on the open road and travel. If you plan on embarking on a road trip this summer, then prepare with some healthy road trip food built for the open road.
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How to Make Roasted Tomatillo SalsaOne of my favorite dips/condiments is salsa. To me a good fresh salsa needs to have a balance of heat and flavor, and I think this easy salsa recipe accomplishes both.
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Road Trip Ideas for Healthy EatingSummer is the time to get out on the open road and travel. If you plan on embarking on a road trip this summer, then prepare with some healthy road trip food built for the open road.
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Low Fat Broccoli Almond PilafIf you plan on picking up some fresh broccoli soon and are in need of some healthy broccoli recipes, then give this Low Fat Broccoli Almond Pilaf a try.
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How to Make Homemade Tzatziki SauceFor one of the best Greek recipes around, try out this homemade tzatziki sauce. Yogurt and cucumber makes this sauce incredibly creamy and light, ideal for sandwiches and vegetable dipping.
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How to Make No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal BarsI wanted to go with something different. Instead, I decided to make this Oatmeal No Bake Cookies recipe, but with a twist.
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How to Make Kombucha at HomeIf you do not know what it is, it is a probiotic fermented tea. It has a bright tangy flavor that I absolutely love, and kombucha is crammed with beneficial bacteria that is wonderful for your digestion.
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Meatless Meals: Portobello Mushroom SandwichesFor a quick and easy meatless meal idea, nothing beats a portobello mushroom sandwich. They are unbelievably easy to make, and are one of the tastiest sandwich recipes you might try.
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"Almost There" Healthy Vegetable SoupThe final result of this easy vegetable soup is a simple and healthy delight sure to get you through nasty springtime weather and onto the beautifully warm summer months.
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"Almost There" Healthy Vegetable SoupThe final result of this easy vegetable soup is a simple and healthy delight sure to get you through nasty springtime weather and onto the beautifully warm summer months. -
Make an Easy Homemade Pizza for Easter!Instead of ham and Easter eggs, add a unique and healthy twist to your Easter food routine with this easy homemade pizza recipe. It has eggs and lots of fun Easter colors, and will be a surprise hit at your Easter dinner. -
Coffee Baking Recipes: Coffee MuffinsFor the ultimate breakfast on the go, reach for this intriguing healthy breakfast recipe.
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How to Make Easy Thai-Style Peanut Sauce PastaThis is one of the tastiest easy Thai food recipes I have ever made, and it is the perfect way to mix up your weeknight cooking routine. It takes minutes to make the simple Thai peanut sauce. -
Is This the Craziest Black-Eyed Peas Recipe?Have you ever tried cooking black-eyed peas? They cook up quickly, and are just as healthy and tasty as any other bean. If you've never tried your hand at a black-eyed peas recipe, then you should give one a try soon! -
Loaded Blueberry SmoothieBreakfast is the ideal time to set my food habits for the rest of the day, but doing so is difficult when breakfast happens on the go. This healthy blueberry smoothie recipe is the perfect healthy on-the-go breakfast option.
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How to Roast AsparagusOne of my favorite things about spring is that fresh local produce is back! My favorite spring vegetable will always be asparagus. My personal favorite method for cooking asparagus is to roast the stalks.
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Homemade Tomato Sauce from the PantryWhen was the last time you made your own spaghetti sauce? If you've never tried your hand at making a homemade tomato sauce, then this super easy tomato sauce recipe is perfect for you.
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How to Roast MushroomsIt is hard to go wrong with oven roasted vegetables. However, of all of my delicious roasted vegetables recipes, I think this one for Roasted Garlic Mushrooms is one of the best yet. -
How to Bake with Beer: Spiced Beer CakeHave you ever tried to cook with beer? I'm a big fan of the flavor I get from cooking with beer. Now, I'm venturing into new territory by baking with beer.
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Tapas for Vegetarians: Garlic MushroomsMy globe-trotting friend had not one but two Spanish tapas recipe recommendations for me. This tapas dish was very easy to make. Plus, it featured lots of strong flavors, which is definitely up my alley! -
Light and Creamy Vegetable BakeOne complaint I've heard about vegetarian recipes is that they're often not filling enough to count as a main dish for dinner. Before you write off vegetarian dinner recipes, try this one first.
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Tapas for Vegetarians: Eggplant with Goat CheeseThe best part about this recipe is that it couldn't be easier to make, and yet it looks super fancy when you served to others. If you need to impress people, or if you just want to mix up your cooking routine, then this is the way to go.
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How to Cook Brussels Sprouts on the Stove TopI wanted to update my main method on how to cook Brussels sprouts, Normally, cooking Brussels sprouts involves me roasting them. Instead, I decided to saute these Brussels sprouts
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Simple Smashed CauliflowerThis is one of my favorite vegetable side dishes. If you're a mashed potatoes fan then you'll enjoy this smashed cauliflower recipe. The base of this smashed cauliflower recipe is perfect for picky eaters.
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Healthy Banana Blueberry MuffinsI've rediscovered just how great healthy muffins are for an on-the-go breakfast. I'll just bake a batch of the healthy blueberry muffins recipe beforehand and stick everything in the fridge or freezer. Come morning, it's just reheat and eat.
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How to Improvise a Super Easy Homemade PizzaThis was my first real attempt at making pizza from scratch, and I don't know why I did wait this long. Making pizza is a fairly simple process. Take a grain base, add some sauce and toppings, and bake until done. -
An Everything-But-The-Kitchen-Sink Vegetarian Chili RecipeI call this an everything but the kitchen sink chili because I threw in the most random ingredients I could. From the seemingly chaotic array of ingredients comes a simple chili recipe that is perfect for a cold day.
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How to Make Curry Powder at HomeI like to use this curry powder recipe to make a homemade version. Not only do I save money in the long run, but I think this curry powder recipe tastes better than most store-bought versions anyway.
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5-Minute Sauteed KaleHow many super-foods do you include in your diet? If you don't already eat kale, then you should as it is a nutritional powerhouse. Kale greens are fantastic for you, plus I think they're super tasty. -
How to Make Tofu ChipsMy friend used to call these "vegan bacon" as they can be super crispy. I enjoy tofu chips just as is, but they're a great addition to salad, stir-fry or even sandwiches. -
Miso Chickpeas with Cremini MushroomsFor a tasty and healthy side dish, this chickpeas recipe is hard to beat in my book. The main star of this healthy side dish recipe is garbanzo beans.
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Chunky Vegetarian BorschtThis borscht recipe is great for the wintertime because it features so many hearty winter root vegetables. Of course, the star in this recipe is beets. I love the sweet earthy taste of beets, and this dish permeates with that flavor.
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Hearty Winter Vegetable SoupOver the weekend, my friend decided he was in the mood for a hearty bowl of soup. I didn't have much in my kitchen at the time, but sometimes good soup recipes are born out of necessity.
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How to Make Easy Baked DoughnutsHealthy homemade doughnuts sounds like a massive oxymoron. However, this recipe is for baked doughnuts. These non-fried goodies are great for any morning. Enjoy!
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Cheap Weeknight Meals: Pasta with Spinach and OlivesWhile I love to cook, on some days making a weeknight dinner seems like more of a chore than a pleasure. However, I've developed a small arsenal of quick and cheap weeknight dinner recipes that I turn to after particularly long days.
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How to Cook Brussels SproutsI think people are so turned off by them because they don't know how to cook Brussels sprouts. There are a myriad of ways to prepare them, from sauteed Brussels sprouts to steamed Brussels sprouts, but for my money nothing beats roasting them!
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How to Make Pumpkin Seed ButterI still associate pumpkins with Thanksgiving (c'mon '" pumpkin pie!) so I went with this recipe for pumpkin seed butter.
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Healthy Vegan Banana Bread RecipeWith a few twists, I remade my mother's traditional moist banana bread recipe so that it's not only a healthy banana bread recipe, but a vegan banana bread recipe too!
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Making Apple Cider: My Favorite Hot Apple Cider RecipeWhen I was just a wee lad, I'd go crazy for those pre-packed super sweet hot chocolate mixes. These days, I much prefer drinking my favorite hot apple cider recipe.
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How to Make One-Pot Stove Top ChiliNow that the colder months have now, more or less, officially arrived, it's time to reach into my arsenal of cold weather dishes. For me, the ultimate cold weather dish is chili. I mean, how can I say no to warming up with a big hearty bowl of chili?
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How to Make Homemade ApplesauceI couldn't let orchard-fresh Macintosh and Golden Delicious apples go to waste because of over-abundance, could I? But what could I do? Make applesauce of course!
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How to Cook Pumpkin SeedsSure, toasting pumpkin seeds takes a bit of extra effort, but if you're going to go ahead and roast your own pumpkin anyways, you might as well go all the way and toast the seeds.
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What to Make with Leftovers: 3 Quick and Healthy RecipeTruthfully, I love eating tasty leftovers. But I also know that most people don't want to eat the same thing five days a week. For those who don't love leftovers, here are three quick and easy recipes to help you use up your leftovers.
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The Best Recipe for Vegetable CurryNow is this the most authentic Indian curry recipe around? Well, probably not, but I sure find it tasty. Plus, it's very easy to make, and it's adaptable for any taste or diet restriction. Enjoy!
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How to Cook with Whole GrainsIf you're looking to eat healthier, a great way to start is to replace refined grains in your diet with some tasty whole grains to eat. But cooking with whole grains can be daunting for the inexperienced.
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How to Make Mexican Chicken CasseroleHow to make a Mexican Chicken Casserole the right way. These helpful tips will send you on your way to Mexican chicken casserole heaven.
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How to Make Delicious Peanut Butter CookiesWhen it comes to flavor, texture and all-around awesomeness, almost nothing tops a delicious, warm, gooey peanut butter cookie.
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How to Grill FruitDid you know that some of the best grilling recipes incorporate fruit? The grill is more than just the domain for chicken and steak, and grilled fruit is a terrific summertime healthy dessert option.
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How to Cook Different Types of Squash: 4 Low Calorie Squash RecipesWhen it comes to cooking different squash varieties, many are in the dark. Fear not - let this guide on How To Cook Different Types of Squash: 4 Low Calorie Squash Recipes show you the wonderfully healthy possibilities of squash recipes.
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How to Make Low Calorie Rhubarb RecipesNot only are rhubarb recipes delicious, but low calorie rhubarb recipes are simple to make too. Here are some delicious low calorie rhubarb recipes for you to try.
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How to Make Fried RiceFor a healthy way to get rid of leftovers, nothing beats fried rice. A delicious blend of protein, veggies and of course rice, fried rice is a tasty go-to weeknight staple.
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Are Cupcakes Recipes Really the Best?Bite sized with overwhelming flavor, cupcakes might be the perfect treat. Vanilla, chocolate, it does not matter. Any of the great cupcake ideas out there are too good to pass up. Cupcakes recipes make for the perfect sweet treat.
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Unexpected Fiesta Party FavoritesFor your next fiesta, instead of choosing typical Mexican-style fare, spice it up by adding unique twists to Mexican-style recipe favorites. Here are two recipes that are sure to get folks talking at your fiesta.
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Are Cupcakes Recipes Really the Best?Cupcakes recipes make for the perfect sweet treat. If you love cupcakes, then here are 5 terrific cupcakes recipes you can't afford to pass up.
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How to Prepare and Cook GarlicWhen it comes to getting the most flavor for your buck, can garlic be beat? Here are some helpful tips and hints to show you how to get the most out of your garlic.