Hey there! In this newsletter, I’ll share some oven-free recipes for hot days along with the best cheap flights hack for you upcoming holiday and spring travel! Plus a *NEW* cookie recipe to prep you for baking season. 🍪
Enjoy and happy eating!
-Lauren
Cool Recipes for Warm Days
With all the recent heat waves, it’s no wonder we are looking for recipes that don’t involve the oven - or even the stove! From breakfast to dessert, here’s some easy recipes to whip up that won’t heat up the kitchen.
Breakfast
Chia Pudding and Granola Parfait
Easy to make ahead and make in bulk, this Chia Pudding pairs well with homemade granola. To avoid the oven, simply sprinkle on your favorite store-bought, preferably locally made granola!
Orange Carrot Ginger Juice
No juicer? No problem! Whip up this Orange Carrot Ginger juice in just a few minutes to enjoy alongside your favorite breakfast foods.
Mains
Chickpea Salad
Whip up this easy Chickpea Salad with pantry ingredients for a quick, oven-free lunch.
Instant Pot Quinoa
The instant pot is a great way to cook without the oven on hot days. Use this Instant Pot Quinoa recipe to whip up an easy side dish or integrate into a tasty, filling salad.
Creamy Tzatziki
Craving a snack instead of a meal? Put together an easy Creamy Tzatziki as a dip for veggies or chips.
Dessert
Refreshing Blueberry Lemon Popsicles
Craving something sweet? Cool off with these Blueberry Lemon popsicles, and savor the last of summer’s harvest.
Blueberry Nice Cream
Make some quick and simple Nice Cream using frozen bananas and fruit. Tasty and sweet to savor year round!
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Holiday Preview: Cacao Chile Crinkle Cookies
Spicy, sweet and pleasing to the eye, these Cacao Chile Crinkle Cookies are divine! With cacao powder and chocolate chips, you’ll get double chocolate and just a hint of spice to balance out the sweetness. Roll the dough in granulated, then powdered sugar to get the gorgeous crinkled effect after baking.