Hi Reader, Last week I asked email subscribers when they'd like to start seeing back-to-school recipes, and the answer was a resounding: NOW. Ask and you shall receive! These 70+ Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes are family-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights. Fill your meal plans with long-cooking crock pot recipes, quick comfort foods, and one-pot pastas to take the stress out of dinnertime during one of the busiest seasons of the year. #1 Mini BBQ Cheddar Meatloaves Get the Recipe #2 Crock...
2 days ago • 1 min read
To opt out of the summer email series, click here. Hi Reader, It's that time of year when every conversation I have with someone, whether in person or over text, sounds like: "My co-worker dropped off a ton of cucumbers. Do you want some?" "My tomatoes are going crazy and we're heading out of town. Take as many as you'd like!" "Need any zucchini?" Clearly, we've entered garden harvest season, and I have 20+ gluten-free recipes for the bounty of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, and basil...
5 days ago • 1 min read
To opt out of the summer email series, click here. Hi Reader, Believe it or not I'm already testing fall baking recipes, which is making me feel object empathy for my summer baked goodies. 😆 None more than my Gluten Free S'mores Bars, which are ooey-gooey, chewy, chocolatey perfection! If you have any doubts as to how much you'll love them, I invite you to read the comments on the recipe where you'll find feedback like this: "Outstanding!" "Better than my local bakery!" "Non GF folks had no...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Holy smokes, it's August. I can't believe we're here! Emails from school have started trickling in, and the shiny newness of summer has worn off, but we still have a month to devour all things light and garden-fresh before shifting into the next season. Mentally, anyway. I have a feeling it's going to be a hot fall. 🥵 Today I'm recapping the most popular summer recipes on Iowa Girl Eats so far, so you can be sure to pack your meal plans with them this August. From the lettuce-less...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Most Popular Recipes in July July’s most-saved recipes struck the perfect balance between summer fun and comforting favorites. From easy family dinners to cool treats and cookout-worthy meals, these reader-loved recipes made the most of the season without keeping you in the kitchen! Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches Get the Recipe Easy Boursin Bruschetta Dip Get the Recipe Pork Tenderloin Get the Recipe American Goulash Get the Recipe Strawberry Shortcake Icebox Cake Get the Recipe No-Bake...
10 days ago • 2 min read
To opt out of the summer email series, click here. Hi Reader, A dear friend recently moved to Spain, where she's spending the summer on a farm - or "finca". The other day she sent me a photo of a bumper crop of tomatoes growing in the garden. "What do I do with all these tomatoes?!" she asked. I felt like I'd been training for that moment all my life. 😂 I immediately sent her all my favorite tomato recipes and ideas, but said she simply MUST prioritize Pomodoro Sauce. This fresh tomato sauce...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, It's so hot. And humid. The cicadas have been kicking on before lunchtime, which is how you know we're in the thick of summer. If the thought of turning on the oven or standing in front of a hot grill sounds unbearable right now, make these 15 no-cook (or nearly no-cook) recipes for dinner this week. From snacky dishes paired with crackers, fresh fruit, and veggies, to crunchy salads and pasta that cooks in minutes, these refreshing recipes will help you beat the heat. 🥗 No-Cook...
16 days ago • 1 min read
To opt out of the summer email series, click here. Hi Reader, Us Iowans are VERY passionate about sweet corn. Everyone has a connection to it. Summers are spent attending all-you-can-eat sweet corn festivals, shucking corn on the back porch, and texting friends and family the minute local crops hit roadside stands and farmer's markets. That said, trust me when I tell you this gal knows sweet corn, and the 10 recipes I'm sharing today are not only family-approved, but worth using your precious...
19 days ago • 1 min read
To opt out of the summer email series, click here. Hi Reader, Have you noticed that Caesar Salad is having a moment on social media right now? As a lifelong CSL (caesar salad-lover) I'm craving every variation that flies across my screen. From kale, to chickpeas, and even french fries - I want to try them all. My contribution to the Caesar salad craze? This crispy, fresh, chewy, and craveable Chicken Caesar Salad Pasta. Why choose between pasta or salad when you can have both! Hop over to the...
22 days ago • 1 min read
