Recipes For Springtime

Hello, and happy spring! Celebrate the new season with new recipes, including this collection of Recipes For Springtime.

We all need brand-new dinner, dessert, and snack ideas, so come on, and let’s get cooking.

What is spring without new food ideas? I say it’s a disaster.

To make this season better than the last, I have rounded up new and my favorite dishes from over the years that I cook around springtime.

I’m hungry, so let’s dive into these delicious recipes!

Saturday Chitchat with Janine

Hello, and Happy Saturday!

I am always in the mood to chat about food, so it’s the perfect day for me to do so.

Plus, it’s also the perfect weekend to plan the week’s meals.

This post will help inspire you to cook and bake more while enjoying a quick snack, yummy treat, and hearty meal.

I plan on adding more recipes to the blog, but you can taste what my family eats in the meantime!

Have a great rest of your weekend, my friends, and enjoy cooking!

Personal Note from Janine

Happy Saturday!

It’s kind of wild to me that spring is already here. We moved to Florida back in July, and ever since then, it feels like life has been moving at a mile a minute. But for the first time in a long while, things are finally settling down. The boxes are (mostly) gone, the random piles have found a home, and our little lake house is finally starting to feel lived in and comfortable.

I’ve been easing back into the kitchen again, which feels so good. Even though it’s a tiny one-butt kitchen, it’s officially my favorite spot in the house. There’s just something about being in there, baking and testing recipes that makes everything feel a bit more normal again.

This weekend should be a fun one for us. Our son is visiting from Seattle, so we’ll be out and about showing him around, enjoying the warmer weather, and of course, squeezing in a Disney day. I’m really looking forward to a few days of family time and a little bit of fun.

And if you find a little quiet time this weekend, grab a cup of coffee or tea, settle into your favorite chair, and come take a peek at what I’ve been working on here on the blog. I’ve shared some fun and pretty ideas, and I’d love for you to join me. 💛alking and eating my way through the park. It’s all good research and a business right off to boot!

Happy weekend, everyone!

This Week’s Inspiration – Recipes For Springtime

Irish Soda Bread Recipe

Irish Soda Bread Recipe (with Buttermilk) is one of those cozy, no-fuss breads that comes together quickly and fills your kitchen with the best warm, bakery-style aroma. This version is soft on the inside, lightly crisp on the outside, and just sweet enough with plump raisins tucked throughout. It’s the kind of bread you can mix up in minutes and serve warm with a little butter melting into every slice.

Meringue Cookies Recipe

If you’re looking for a Meringue Cookies Recipe, you’re going to love these light, airy little treats that are just as fun to make as they are to eat. These homemade meringue cookies are piped into pretty ridged swirls and topped with colorful sprinkles, making them feel extra festive for holidays, parties, or whenever you want something cheerful and sweet. With their crisp texture, melt-in-your-mouth centers, and simple meringue technique, this easy meringue cookies recipe is one you’ll want to make again and again.

Honey Baked Chicken Wings

These Honey Baked Chicken Wings Recipe are gluten-free and have a sticky and crispy outer layer smothered in a thick layer of soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic.

If you’re looking for a chicken wing recipe, you can make it in an air fryer with fewer calories and fat but still yummy; this recipe is for you.

Linguine and Clam Sauce Recipe

Here’s a favorite family dish, Linguine and Clam Sauce Recipe, that’s so easy to make. This is a garlic clam sauce that’s creamy from Jack Cheese.

Make it with canned clams and or fresh clams. It takes minutes to make and tastes like a gourmet dinner.

Warm Brussel Sprout Salad

Saag Curry Recipe

This Warm Brussel Sprout Salad recipe is seriously delicious! It’s got brussels sprouts, creamy avocado, orzo pasta, a drizzle of maple syrup, a dash of cognac, and, the best part, candied bacon. These flavors come together so perfectly. Whether you want a side dish or a warm salad, this one’s a keeper!

Sauteed Carrots Recipe

If you’re looking for a quick and flavorful side dish, this Sauteed Carrots Recipe is the one to try! With only five basic ingredients—carrots, butter, salt, pepper, and a touch of honey—these carrots come together in minutes and deliver a beautifully sweet-and-savory flavor. The butter adds richness, while the honey gives a light glaze that makes these sautéed carrots irresistible.

Lemon Sugar Cookie Recipe

GF Slutty Brownies

This lemon sugar cookie recipe bakes up light, flaky cookies with just the right amount of citrus flavor. Fresh lemon zest and juice give them a bright, refreshing taste, while a generous layer of tangy lemon icing makes each bite sweet and zesty. These cookies are simple and easy to make, and a perfect treat for spring, summer, or anytime you’re craving something citrusy.

Greek Yogurt and Fruit Parfait

Greek Yogurt and Fruit Parfait is the best way to start a day. The blend of dairy and fruit is a filling and healthy breakfast.

Sprinkle a little granola for a tasty crunch, sweet and creamy. Add whatever fruit you love and maybe a smidge of honey, agave syrup, or Stevia.

White Wine Sangria Peach

Try this White Wine Sangria Peach recipe if you like a light and refreshing drink. This Sangria has a surprising twist: a sparkling white wine with peaches.

And to elevate this cocktail, add plenty of fresh peaches to the drink.

Golden Milk Recipe For Sleep

This Golden Milk Recipe for Sleep has turmeric, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and honey.

The combination of spices and freshly grated ginger makes a delicious nighttime drink with many added health benefits.

Grapefruit Mocktail Recipe

This Grapefruit Mocktail Recipe with lime juice is a refreshing and tangy combination. The bitterness of grapefruit is nicely balanced out by the sourness of lime juice, making for a delicious and zesty drink. Also, to balance the tanginess, I like adding a dash of agave syrup. And if you want to make a killer fruity drink, crushed ice is a must-have ingredient!

Boutique of the Week – Spring Hand Towels

15+ Spring Hand Towels

Start the spring season with a collection of Spring Hand Towels to redecorate your kitchen, bath, and guest rags with new, unique options.

Look here for custom design ideas and affordable choices to spruce up your used towels with something better.

My Favorite Things – Recipes For Springtime

Chocolate Chip Espresso Yogurt Cake

Better than the bakery Chocolate Chip Espresso Yogurt Cake. Check out Tieghan’s recipe for this sweet dessert.

How to Make Flower Cupcakes

February is the perfect time to make flower cupcakes. Follow Leslie’s recipe to get crafty in the kitchen.

Savory Egg and Cheese Casserole

This homemade savory egg and cheese casserole is a go-to for brunch. Look at Jackie’s recipe for the full tutorial.

Penne Alla Vodka

This is the best penne alla vodka recipe you are ever going to make at home. Take a look at Julie’s recipe to cook dinner.

What’s Trending On The Blog

Easy Mochi Recipe

Making easy mochi at home is way simpler than you might think, and it’s such a fun way to satisfy your sweet cravings or wow your friends. With just a few essential ingredients like glutinous rice flour and your favorite fillings, you can whip up soft, chewy mochi in no time. Whether you’re into classic red bean paste, creamy ice cream centers, or something different, this guide will show you how to make this sweet treat effortlessly!

Easy Chicken in Electric Skillet

I stumbled upon this Easy Chicken in Electric Skillet Recipe while rushing to make dinner for my husband.

It’s a chicken recipe that’s tender and moist with a rich gravy sauce. You can use chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs for this recipe.

Couscous and Sweet Potato Salad

I love a healthy salad, and this Couscous and Sweet Potato Salad Recipe is one of my favorites!

We add some grilled protein on the side and make this salad our meal. The roasted sweet potatoes are yummy, and it pairs so nicely with the kale and couscous.

Mochi Donut Recipe

My mother would’ve loved this Mochi Donut Recipe if she was still around. Our family loved anything to do with mochi!

So, it made sense that I share this wonderful Japanese-inspired dessert with you.

Easy Stovetop Olive Oil Popcorn

This Easy Stovetop Olive Oil Popcorn Recipe is our favorite way to make a healthy snack.

Making homemade popcorn is such a better choice than prefab microwave popcorn. There are a few tips on making olive oil popcorn at home.

How to Make a Dragon Fruit Refresher

Now that summer is around the corner, and I always crave a nice cold fruity drink. Starbucks has this drink a, Dragon Fruit Refresher, on its menu, and I came up with my version.

I created a drink that includes coconut milk, apple and mango juice, agave syrup, dragon powder, and fruit.

This Week’s Tip – Favorite Seafood Shop

Alright, so let’s talk fish. For the Grilled Salmon Bowl Recipe pictured above, my go-to spot for buying seafood is Whole Foods.

Their Atlantic Salmon is excellent – always sweet, always tasty, and I’ve never had a bad batch from them.

But the thing that sets them apart is their commitment to sustainability. Check out what they say about their seafood on their website: “Our seafood is responsibly caught, traceable to farm or fishery, and sourced with the highest standards.”

That’s incredible, right? It makes me feel good about my purchases and like I’m doing my part to support sustainable fishing practices. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that the fish is always delicious.

Latest Obsession – My New Favorite Recipe

Hey, I have to tell you about this recipe I’m obsessed with – Tieghan’s Blackened Salmon Skewers from Half Baked Harvest. I have linked the recipe book down below.

Seriously, it’s so freaking good that I’ve probably made it a million times.

The flavors are perfect – it’s spicy and salty and has this fantastic tang from the lemon and sugar.

I loved it so much that I shared the recipe with my friend Kelly, and she’s been making it on repeat too.

But here’s the thing – you can only find the recipe in Tieghan’s Every Day Cookbook. If you don’t already have it, do yourself a favor and grab a copy ASAP. You won’t regret it! Trust me.

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Hey there!

I’m glad you’re here. Thanks for checking out these sweet, salty, and simple recipes.

As I said, I plan to include more and more of my recipes on the blog, so stay tuned for that.

Since the weather has been all cold and colder, there’s nothing better to do than stay inside and be in the kitchen, so that’s where you’ll find me.

Enjoy your day, friend!