Easy Pizza Pasta Bake
This Easy Pizza Pasta Bake is the ultimate weeknight dish! Quick, customizable and crazy delicious, this recipe is a total crowd pleaser!
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Healthy Homemade Mounds Bars
Healthy Homemade Mounds Bars are an upgraded twist on a classic candy favorite! This simple recipe tastes even better than the original.
30-Minute Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken
Need a quick dinner idea FAST? Look no further than our 30-minute Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken! A little sweet, a little heat, and a whole lotta delicious flavor that the whole family will love.
Crispy Baked Kale Chips
Crispy Baked Kale Chips are the most fun way to enjoy your veggies. Airy, light and extra crunchy, these tasty greens go fast!
Spinach & Feta White Bean Dip
Spinach & Feta White Bean Dip is creamy, zesty, bright and makes a colorful holiday dip or sandwich spread.
Sun-Dried Tomato & Artichoke Strata
Sun-Dried Tomato & Artichoke Strata is the ultimate addition to your holiday brunch lineup. This cozy dish will become an annual staple!
Smokey & Spicy Parsnip Crisps
Smokey & Spicy Parsnip Crisps have big time flavor and an irresistible crunch. Enjoy straight up or paired with your favorite dip!
Sweet Potato “Casserole” Bites
Sweet Potato “Casserole” Bites are a fun and tasty twist on a classic holiday dish. Perfect for parties and little eaters!
Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup is one of our absolute favorite cold weather recipes. This is upgraded comfort food at its finest.
Gingerbread Cashew Squares
Rich and decadent, yet perfectly light and airy, these Gingerbread Cashew Squares are little bites of holiday season magic.
Sheet Pan Squash Soup
Sheet Pan Squash Soup is a simple, seasonal dish made from just a handful of ingredients. This fall favorite is a weekday winner!
Fudgy Almond Flour Brownies
Rich, chewy, and utterly decadent, these flourless Fudgy Almond Flour Brownies are an upgraded twist on a classic dessert.
Grilled Flank Steak Tacos with Cilantro Chimichurri
Grilled Flank Steak Tacos with Cilantro Chimichurri pack a 5-star flavorful punch. This delicious dish is a weeknight knockout.
Perfectly Imperfect Foods
We’re shedding light onto the Perfectly Imperfect Food waste crisis and highlighting a brand doing big things to help us all do our part.
“Pizza” Crescent Rolls
Your favorite food enjoyed in a fun, new way! “Pizza” Crescent Rolls are fun, delicious, and enjoyed by kids of all ages!
Slow Cooker Apple Butter
Slow Cooker Apple Butter is the perfect way to kick off the season. This upgraded recipe is thick, creamy, and sweetened only with dates!
Harvest Waldorf Pita Pockets
Harvest Waldorf Pita Pockets are a tasty twist on a classic favorite that the whole family will love!
The Best Refrigerator Pickles
Refrigerator Pickles have tang, bite, and the right bit of heat and are fridge ready in 5!
Grilled Sirloin with Mediterranean Farro Salad
Grilled Sirloin with Mediterranean Farro Salad is a quick, colorful, weeknight meal the whole family will love!
Banana “Split” Popsicles
Banana “Split” Popsicles are a tasty twist on a classic summertime treat! These easy pops are quick, easy, and just as much fun to make as they are to eat!
Edamame Avocado Dip
Edamame Avocado Dip is the new way to snack! Dip it, spread it, and smother it on your favorite veggies or crispy crackers. You can’t go wrong!
Fish Tacos with Corn & Necatrine Salsa
Today, we’re bringing Taco Tuesday next level. Our fresh Fish Tacos with Corn & Nectarine Salsa are quick, colorful, and LOADED with flavor. Tender, flaky fish with a crispy sear, topped off with a sweet and zesty salsa, makes for an unforgettable dish you’ll enjoy …
Not Your Average Trail Mix
Sweet, salty, crunchy, chewy, and everything in-between, we’re sharing FOUR all new trail mixes that we guarantee are Not Your Average Trail Mix!
Crunchy Roasted Green Peas
Step aside chickpeas, Crunchy Roasted Green Peas are the hottest new snack in town! Fun, flavorful, and full of crispy, crunchy goodness.
Build A Better Cooler
Whether distancing at the beach or lounging in your own backyard, we’re sharing the 411 to Build A Better Cooler! We’re taking you through our favorite (travel-proof) foods and drinks made for all your summer adventures. This post was made in partnership with the Produce …
Strawberry Mango Salsa
Strawberry Mango Salsa is bright, colorful, and loaded with flavor. It’s a perfect topper for chicken or fish or straight up on a spoon! For us, nothing signals the start of warm weather season quite like a big, juicy bowl of Strawberry Mango Salsa! It …
Carrot Cake Crescent Rolls
Spiced carrots, crunchy pecans, plump raisins, and that classic cream cheese filling wrapped up in a golden, flaky crust, Carrot Cake Crescent Rolls are a fun, festive twist on your favorite springtime dessert. Happy Easter! While Easter celebrations may look a little different this year, …
Strawberry Ricotta Muffins
Whole Grain Strawberry Ricotta Muffins are light, fluffy, and full of juicy berry goodness. They make the perfect snack or anytime treat! Are you a ricotta cheese fan? We would argue it’s perhaps one of the most underrated cheeses out there. In fact, most people …
Berry-Chia Baked Oatmeal
Berry-Chia Baked Oatmeal is a simple, delicious, and completely customizable breakfast that can be enjoyed hot, cold, and even, on-the-go! Hard to admit, but we were late jumping aboard that baked oatmeal train. I mean, it’s oatmeal, but baked. What’s so special…right? WRONG! After hearing …
No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream
Because there’s never a bad time for chocolate….meet: No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream! A few weeks back, Stephen and I debuted our No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream and to say we have been enjoying it is an UNDERSTATEMENT. I won’t tell you how many batches we’ve gone …
Springtime Strata
Looking for a springy new dish to liven up your breakfast scene? We’ve got you covered! This Springtime Strata is simple, colorful, FULL of flavor, and the best new way to breakfast. Stratas are kind of having their moment in the SOC Kitchen. We have …
No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream
Our No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream requires just F-O-U-R ingredients and is freezer ready in 5! This past weekend, we were treated to some be-a-U-tiful springtime temps in the Sierras and got to enjoy some quality time outdoors with the fam. After our fun in the …
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Mango Dipping Sauce
Golden, Crispy Coconut Shrimp with a zesty Mango Dipping Sauce is flavorful, fun party app or weekday dish! Anyone else getting ready for the bright, fresh flavors of spring? We definitely ARE and are puling out some of our favorite springtime recipes including this (BAKED) …
Spinach-Mango California Prunes Bowl
This Spinach-Mango California Prunes Bowl is a fun, fresh, and springy gut-friendly recipe that you can enjoy all season long!
Creamy Tomato & Tortellini Soup
This Creamy Tomato & Tortellini Soup is the ultimate year round comfort food and is meal ready in just 30 minutes! Do you guys remember those old Campbell’s Soup commercials? The ones where no matter what was going on, there was NOTHING a big, comforting …
Valentine’s Apple Sweet “Hearts”
Looking for the perfect little something for your sweetie? These Valentine’s Apple Sweet “Hearts” will be sure to win them over! They are simple and fun to make and are enjoyed by all the loves in your life! When it comes to Valentine’s treats, it’s …
Better-Than-Takeout Chicken Chow Mein
Save cash and dine IN tonight with our Better-Than-Takeout Chicken Chow Mein. It’s a fresh upgrade on a classic comfort food! Do you have a favorite take-out menu item? Hands down, Chicken Chow Mein tops our list. Tender, juicy chicken, crisp veggies, chewy noodles, and …
Kamut Krispies
Kamut Krispies are a delicious, upgraded nod to a favorite childhood treat. Kamut Krispies Rice Krispies will always hold a special place in our hearts. Sticky, chewy, crispy, and always made a little better with a drizzle of chocolate, they were a childhood favorite! Nowadays, …
Roasted Parsnip Ranch Fries
Step aside potatoes, there’s a new roasted root veggie in town! Roasted Parsnip Ranch Fries are near impossible to beat! Have you tried parsnips before? If not, you are in for a treat! These tan-hued veggies are similar in flavor and shape to carrots, but …
No Sugar Added Banana Hemp Muffins
Packing in 3 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein each, these No Sugar Added Banana Hemp Muffins are the best thing to happen to your breakfast scene! There are few things quite as wonderful as warm banana bread. Sweet, caramelized bananas, perfectly spiced bread, …
Mini Greek Bell Pepper Boats
Mini Greek Bell Pepper Boats are just as fun to make as they are to eat! Quick, customizable, and the perfect addition to any party! The Super Bowl is just a few weeks away and we’ve already got our eyes on the prize – the …
Crispy Baked Onion Rings
These Crispy Baked Onion Rings put all other rings to shame. Golden, crispy exterior paired with classic “everything” seasoning make them a winning combo you’ll want to make again and again. Do you have a favorite multi purpose seasoning? We’ve got about 50 😆 but …
Sweet & Spicy Chili California Prune Sauce
Sweet & Spicy Chili California Prune Sauce is a simple, savory sauce perfect for wontons, chicken, tofu, and stir fry noodles. Disclosure: This post was created in paid partnership with California Prunes, however, all opinions expressed are entirely our own. Growing up, prunes were always a …
Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells
Today is the day!!! 🙌 Starbucks has officially released their Pumpkin Spiced Latte for the season which means it is socially acceptable to start sharing all the fall recipes we *cough* may or *cough* may not have already been eating for the last few months …
Sheet Pan Meatball Subs
Sheet Pan Meatball Subs are simple, delicious, and family-friendly and come together in no time flat! They will become your new weekday favorite! Sheet pan meals are a weekday STAPLE in the SOC Kitchen. They are quick, convenient, and make for easy cleanup, which we …
Smoky Sweet Potato Skillet
Does your breakfast need an upgrade? You’ve found it in our 30-minute Smoky Sweet Potato Skillet! 🍳 Bold, hearty, and nutrient-packed, this flavorful dish is one you’ll look forward to eating again and again! Ingredients: •1/2 red onion, diced •2 bell peppers, diced •3 sweet potatoes, diced …
Kick-Ass Cowboy Cauliflower
Do you have a favorite way to prepare veggies? For us, 9 times out of 10, it’s roasting them. And 10 times out of 10 our #1 pick is roasted cauliflower. At least once a week during the fall and winter, the Compstons whip up …
Cruciferous Crunch Salad
Cruciferous Crunch Salad is bright, colorful, and loaded with crispy crunchy goodness. It’s a quick make-ahead dish that spruces up any weekday meal! Hey guys, Christmas is just ONE WEEK away! Can you believe it!? By now, you’re probably a few holiday parties deep into …
Best Baked Homemade Turkey Jerky
The Best Baked Homemade Turkey Jerky is easy, delicious and costs just a fraction to make versus store bought. Plus, it comes without the laundry list of ingredients. For us, jerky is the ultimate snack food. It’s savory, satisfying, and perhaps the most portable, high …
Autumn Chicken Waldorf Salad
What is it about the change in seasons that makes us want to “fall-ify” our food? You know what we’re talking about? Instead of marinara sauce we’re having pumpkin alfredo, squash fries replace potatoes, and don’t even get us started on lattes. Not that we’re …
Upgraded Chinese Chicken Salad
What’s an item that when on a menu, you almost always order it? For me, it’s a Chinese Chicken Salad. Perhaps not the fanciest item on the menu, but there is just something about the bold flavors and varying textures unique to the salad that …
Quick & (Not So) Dirty Turkey Chili
Guys, it’s been one of those weeks in the SOC Kitchen. And, it’s only Tuesday. 😯 You know what I’m talking about, right? Those weeks where despite your best attempt at sailing on through, you are getting rocked and tossed around to the point of almost falling …
Crispy Coconut & Hemp Crusted Tofu
Disclosure: This post was created in partnership with Manitoba Harvest. We were provided with free samples to try, however, all opinions are entirely our own and we have not been paid to publish positive comments. We have been longtime fans of hempseeds. The little powerhouse seeds are …
Mini Banana Muffins (No Sugar Added)
Like many, we enjoy finishing the day watching Netflix with our favorite dessert-I mean PERSON by our side 😉 Let’s be honest, the dessert is pretty important too. During the cooler fall and winter months, we love whipping up warm batches of mini muffins precisely for …
Almond Joy Bliss Bites
Disclosure: This post was created in partnership with Binnie’s Coconut Butter. We were provided with free samples to try, however, all opinions are entirely our own and we have not been paid to publish positive comments. Recently we got our hands on a few jars …
Homemade Applesauce
Applesauce is one of those comforting anytime foods. Maybe that’s because for many of us, it was one of the first foods we ever ate, and a food we looked forward to in our lunchboxes. As adults, we still enjoy applesauce as a convenient snack …
Spinach, Artichoke, and Sun Dried Tomato Sauce
I have been on a cheese KICK lately. Cheddah, asiago, feta, blue, there isn’t a (pasteurized) cheese I haven’t been enjoying this pregnancy. That said, I’ve been getting a little more creative in the kitchen since it has become one of my several-times-per-day staples. Hence, …
Golden Spiced Granola
Golden Spiced Granola is crunchy, vibrant, and the perfect blend of spice and sweet. Rich in warming spices and the perfect touch of sweetness, breakfast just got a serious upgrade.
Loaded Veggie Enchilada Casserole
Hey friends! We are back with a whole new arsenal of simply delicious, upgraded everyday eats like today’s Loaded Veggie Enchilada Casserole. All the things you love about enchiladas in a healthier and ultra convenient new recipe. Enchiladas are so understated yet utterly satisfying. If you …
Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken with Ranch Dipping Sauce
Immediately after posting the recipe for our Sheet Pan Sesame Garlic Tofu last week, we received a number of requests for more simple, single pan recipes. Namely, ones without TOFU 😂We listened and got right back into the kitchen to deliver you another quick, no …
Sheet Pan Garlic Sesame Tofu
With the weather warming up, we have been making a big effort to spend more time outside as a family and less time stuck indoors. As much as we love cooking (and you know we do) we also know Baby C will only be little …
Creamy Cilantro-Avo Dressing
Today we’re talking homemade salad dressing. The ridiculously simple, fast, and delicious way to instantly transform a good meal into a want-it-gotta-have-it-again meal. This Creamy Cilantro-Avo Dressing is the perfect example of such recipe which makes the perfect topper for your next salad, omelet, or fajita night …
Pesto Chickpea Salad
Feeling alllll the emotions this week as our baby boy turned 1. This year went FAST and we’ve found ourselves spending these last few weeks reminiscing on the milestones and first moments this incredibly joyous, and short, year has brought. Needless to say, it was …
Sesame Roasted Chickpeas
We love a good snack. Snacks so good that they turn into meals. You know what we mean? Like, “how can we add this food into every meal we eat?” kind of snacks. Yeah. We believe these Sesame Roasted Chickpeas are those snacks. Slightly sweet, slightly …
Strawberry Coconut Cashew Bombs
Were you big into extracurriculars in high school? Music, sports, leadership, etc.? I mostly definitely was. Choir and theatre were my LIFE and made up 50% (or more) of my classes, as well as performance gigs, concerts, rehearsals, shows, and travel. I happily ate, breathed, and …
Creamy Tuna Macaroni Salad
Creamy Tuna Macaroni Salad is quick, convenient, and a perfect “pantry meal” that you can take on the road or enjoy anytime! I am a sucker for a good pasta salad. At summertime cookouts I’m the girl hoarding the bowl of creamy noodle goodness while …
Steak Fajitas with Chipotle-Lime Tahini Sauce
A few weeks ago we polled our Instagram followers to see if #fajitafriday was a ‘thing’. The consensus was that if it wasn’t already, it definitely should be. We were really happy to hear this because a) we love fajitas and b) we have long …
Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew
Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew is the ultimate, cold weather comfort food. Bold, creamy, and perfectly spiced, this dish warms you from the inside out.
Mini Key Lime Tarts (DF, GF)
I had my first taste of key lime pie when I was about two years old. Our family had moved to Pensacola, Florida for my dad’s job and we quickly became acclimated to the sight, sounds, and flavors of the Gulf Coast, including this tropical …
Sun Dried Tomato ‘Cream’ Sauce
Nothing can hold a candle to the taste of homemade pasta sauce. Do you agree? Try as they might, jarred sauces are just no match against the rich flavor and aroma of a vibrant, freshly prepared sauce. If you have never taken a swing at …
Coconut Carrot Cake Oats
Ok guys, I know we’re supposed to eat a 🌈 of color every day but lately I’ve been devoting most of my time with the ROYs of that ROYGBIV rainbow. From Sweet Potato Ranch Rings to Spicy Satay Stew (recipe coming soon!), I cannot get enough …
Crispy Baked Fish & Chips
I was recently chatting with a friend about favorite childhood foods and we agreed that fish stick dinners were a WIN in both our households. You too? I couldn’t get enough of those crispy, battered bites with undoubtedly more breading than fish, but de-licious nonetheless. The …
Tropical Chia Pudding Parfait
I’ve always been a breakfast person, always will be. Becoming a mom didn’t change this, but having the time to put together some of the usual favorites (pancakes, omelets) sure did. Nowadays, I’m looking for quick, portable, and satisfying meals to power me through the …
Fridge Forager Frittata
We are on a mission to reduce our family’s food waste. If you caught our Avo Hummus post, you’ll know that we Compstons do not like to toss food unless it is truly inedible. In addition to using up food that is on the fritz, …
Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
Chewy, rich, and ridiculously decadent – you’ll never believe that beans are the star of these luscious brownies! Fudgy Black Bean Brownies are so good, you’ll never brownie another way again! If we’re going to indulge ourselves, we’re going all in. We don’t want a …
Asian Wraps with Sesame-Tahini Dipping Sauce
Do you tofu? Let’s get real. There is some bad tofu out there. You know the kind…pale, bouncy, flavorless mush. If you have been subjected to this kind of tofu before, we apologize. That’s the type of mess that gives tofu a bad rap. Well, …
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup is a slow cooker classic! This crowd-pleasing dish is packed with flavor and requires minimal effort! We owe an apology to our crockpot. There will be months that go by where we will not so much as glance at it. Then we’ll happen …
Avo Hummus
Avocados, you sly devils. You can spend DAYS lounging firm and unchanged on the countertop with the other members of your bright green posse. Then, in the blink of an eye, you join together and turn smooshy soft with a dark hue. Can anyone else …
Butternut Squash Lasagna
If you’ve been following the SOC Kitchen, you know we have a soft spot for butternut squash. It’s as rich in flavor as it is in nutrients and can be used in a variety of cuisines. We think ‘buttnut’ squash is so special we even …
Lean, Mean Turkey Meatloaf
It seems like a lot of folks have ‘beef’ with meatloaf. You feel me? Ask around and you’ll find out that someone had one too many overcooked, mushy, or gravy-ridden loaves that seriously wrecked them. I mean, I’ll give you the name – meatloaf – …
Garlic Sesame Roasted Green Beans
I’ve got a question for all you mommas out there. When you were pregnant, what were your food cravings? You know, those foods you couldn’t live without and could eat without end? Around my second trimester I became a self-proclaimed Green Bean Monster. Savory, spicy, …
Becoming A Grocery Store Guru (Part 2)
Recently, we shared with you 5 of our top tips to help you on your journey towards becoming a Grocery Store Guru. We walked you through simple tools to help you confidently navigate the aisles of any grocery store and make smart food choices for …
Cranberry Buckwheat Scones and Jam
Golden and crisp on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside, with a touch of butter and fresh jam, scones are a holiday masterpiece. Whether you are preparing to host family this holiday season or just looking forward to your next lazy morning at home, …
Fresh Basil Pesto
We believe it’s important to have a few basic types of sauces in your recipe arsenal for quick, throw together meals. Fresh Basil Pesto is one of those sauces. Fresh, herby, garlicky (instant win), and both bright and savory, a good pesto can serve as the …
Copycat Protein Bars (Dairy-Free, Grain-Free)
What’s your go-to snack when you’re hangry and running short on time? Handful of nuts? Protein bar? The drive-thru? Over the years, convenient, pre-packaged foods have grown in popularity as they can go anywhere you go – especially when you are on the run and …
Creamy Coconut Curry Soup
It’s Thanksgiving week! Are you all set to go with your holiday meal prep? The hubs and I got placed on dessert duty which turned out to be a huge blessing since we’ve both been super busy with a lot of side projects ‘eating’ up …
Silky Sweet Potato Mash
Smooth, creamy, and deceivingly decadent, Silky Sweet Potato Mash is an upgraded twist on a classic holiday dish. What is your favorite part of the big Turkey Day feast? Are you fighting over drumsticks or reaching for that first (or second) slice of pumpkin pie? …
Easy Weeknight Salmon Patties
Friends, are you in a fish rut? Not sure what to prepare beyond a basic fillet? Or nervous to cook fish altogether? (We’re looking at you orderers of fish only at restaurants folk). Well, fear no more! We’ve got you covered with our fool-proof Easy Weeknight …
Thai Noodle Bowl with Pepita-Lime Dressing
Almost every night of college my dinner consisted of frozen veggies, noodles, and sauce. Nothing glamorous, but you know the drill – if it’s cheap, quick, and easy to throw together, it’s dinner. Years have passed and surprisingly, I haven’t grown tired of making stir …
Becoming A Grocery Store Guru (Part 1)
Can I see a show of hands of who out there actually enjoys grocery shopping? Anybody? If you are like most (not nerds like Stephen and me) you probably look at shopping for the weekly goods like any other chore. And heck, we get it! …
Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats
Are you a breakfast person? I definitely am. In fact, I might say I look forward to breakfast more than any other meal time (right next to dessert) 😉 Breakfast sets the tone for our bodies for the day ahead. A nutritious, well rounded first …
Mom’s Vegan Cheese Sauce
Some of our very best memories growing up were those in the kitchen cooking (and eating) with family. As kids, we loved having friends over because we believed, and still do, that mom is one of the best cooks around. No matter the dish, big …
Magnificent Minestrone
Oh momma, this minestrone is exquisite. I mean, we don’t want to toot our own horn here, but we feel like this soup should be a part of your new food rotation stat. That’s bold for a soup, we know. Just take a peek: Colorful, …
Edible Cashew Cookie “Dough”
Edible Cashew Cookie “Dough” has that classic dough flavor minus the eggs and messy cleanup! It’ll be love at first bite! One of the very best parts of making cookies has got to be the cookie dough, right? Who doesn’t remember being a kid, sneaking …
Grown-up Granola Bars
Grown-Up Granola Bars are a ‘bar’ above the rest! They are nutrient rich, delicious and make a portable, on-the-go snack for kids of all ages. Here in the SOC Kitchen we like to keep a steady supply of our “Grown-up Granola Bars” on hand at …