Bacon and Egg Pasta Salad is a great way to use leftover hard-boiled eggs. It makes a tasty lunch or light dinner and comes together in under 30 minutes. If you have a supply of hard-boiled eggs after a holiday or weekend of cooking, this salad is an easy, satisfying change from the usual deviled … Read more

This pumpkin cake roll, filled with salted caramel cream cheese, makes an elegant homemade gift for the holidays and a decadent centerpiece for Thanksgiving or Christmas gatherings. Its tender pumpkin sponge, nut-studded top, and caramel-kissed filling earn praise from family and friends every year. A yearly holiday tradition: baking pumpkin cake rolls I enjoy giving … Read more

Luxury Sugar Free Prosecco Ice Cream Sorbet. 1.7g carbs. If you love Prosecco, you’ll adore this keto-friendly dessert. It’s an elegant, low-effort treat made with just a few ingredients — perfect for holidays, anniversaries, parties, or any day you want something special. Make it, freeze it, and enjoy it whenever you like. It’s 100% sugar … Read more

  Skinny Pistachio Almond Pudding Pie No ratings yet Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 10 mins Chill Time: 3 hrs Total Time 3 hrs 25 mins Course Dessert Cuisine American Servings 12 Calories 144 kcal Ingredients 1⅓ cups graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter or Smart Balance Light, melted … Read more

Chocolate crinkle cookies are a classic favorite. Make them special by adding a touch of spice or stuffing them with caramel for an extra gooey surprise. With Thanksgiving behind us, my social feeds switch from pumpkin everything to holiday baking — and chocolate crinkles show up everywhere. I first fell in love with these cookies … Read more

Ever wondered how to freeze cookie dough? Whether you make drop cookies, slice-and-bake logs, or cut-out cookies, freezing dough makes baking easier and reduces waste. Below are practical, tested methods for freezing and storing different types of cookie dough so you can bake whenever you like. If you don’t want to spend hours baking every … Read more

These Cajun scalloped potatoes combine a few simple ingredients to create a spicy, savory twist on the classic creamy, cheesy layered potato side dish everyone enjoys. This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s – thank you for supporting the brands that keep Salt & Lavender cooking! I only work with brands whose products I love. … Read more

This orange tofu recipe pairs crispy pan-fried tofu and vibrant vegetables with a sweet, sticky orange sauce made from fresh orange juice. It’s a plant-based take on classic orange chicken—bright, satisfying and easy to customize. Why You’ll Love Orange Tofu This recipe uses extra-firm tofu coated in cornstarch and pan-fried until golden for a crisp … Read more

We love this simple Paleo or Keto Hot Chocolate Mix. I wanted a cozy, dairy-free hot cocoa for winter nights — perfect for looking at Christmas lights, after caroling, or anytime you want a warm nostalgic treat. This mix is quick to make, stores well, and adapts to different diets depending on the sweetener you … Read more

Who doesn’t love homemade Reese’s? These mini peanut butter cups are surprisingly simple to make, delightfully satisfying, and require only six real-food ingredients. I grew up trading anything for a Reese’s peanut butter cup. As an adult, I rediscovered that same excitement when I made these mini peanut butter cups. They’re richer and more satisfying … Read more