The end of a year is always a good time to reflect on the past year’s highlights and low points. As a food blogger, I like to consider what my readers enjoyed and found helpful. And since there a number of new readers here at Healthy Ideas Place this year, I thought I’d share the ten most visited posts of 2019. I wouldn’t want anyone to miss these great recipes – some old and some new. Here they are from number 10 to number 1.
10. How to Roast Pumpkin for Pumpkin Puree
This post rose to the top this fall when pie pumpkins became available. It’s so easy to make and tastes much better than a store-bought canned pumpkin mix – a true pumpkin flavor.
9. How to Make Crostini
How to Make Crostini made its debut this past June, but took off during the Holidays. Easy to make, crostini is versitile and used in both savory and sweet appetizers. My simple tutorial shows you how to make your own crostini and tailor it to your tastes.
8. How to Roast Tomatoes for Sauce and Freezing
If you have a garden or buy tomatoes in bulk at the farmer’s market or elsewhere, you’ll want to try roasting them and making your own sauce. I’ve canned tomato sauce in the past, and while it’s wonderful, it’s quite time consuming. This method uses the whole tomato, the oven, and a food processor. Simple and delicious!
7. Raspberry Muffins
Fresh raspberries and hint of lemon mixed with whole grains for a nourishing and mouth-watering breakfast or snack. Need I say more? Try some today!
6. How to Substitute Whole Wheat Flour for All-Purpose Flour
Helping people modify their own recipes to make them a little healthier is one of my favorite things to do. One way to do that with bread based recipes is to up the fiber content by replacing some, or all, of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. This tuturial shows you how to do that. So bring out your favorite recipes and get started!
5. Blueberry Banana Smoothies
Consistenly one of the favorite recipes on Healthy Ideas Place, Blueberry Banana Smoothies is a must-try. They’re easy to prepare, delicious, and make a healthy on-the-go breakfast or snack.
4. Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce
There’s nothing like roasting sweet cherry or grape tomatoes with garlic and basil to make a delicious tomato sauce that’s easy to freeze or use right away to top your favorite pasta. So, so good and easy to make!
3. Cilantro Lime Crema
Sometimes you need just a touch of something to bring out other flavors or tone down a little heat. Cilantro Lime Crema is the perfect recipe for that. Use it on chili, soups, tacos, or even by itself as a dip. Delicious!
2. Maple Balsamic Roasted Winter Vegetables
This old favorite can’t be beat when you’re looking for an elegant, flavorful side dish to make for a nice dinner or holiday meal. Delicious!
1. How to Make Southwest Seasoning
Southwest Seasoning is consistently the most popular recipe on the site. Why? It’s simple and easy to make and has a great southwest flavor. Use it for grilled chicken, appetizers, or give some to friends who love to cook.
While these are the most popular recipes on the site, there are many more to choose from. Just click on the button below. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for, shoot me an email or comment below and I’ll see if I have something I can share with you! Happy New Year everyone!
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