Miranda's Kitchen Adventures

  Martha Stewart’s One Pot Pasta: The Ultimate Weeknight Dinner Solution If you’re anything like me, you love a delicious, home-cooked meal—but dread the mountain of dishes that comes with it. Enter Martha Stewart’s One Pot Pasta: a game-changing recipe that brings together fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and minimal cleanup. It’s the perfect answer to busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want something comforting without the fuss. Why One Pot Pasta? The magic of this recipe is in its simplicity. Everything—pasta, veggies, seasonings, and water—cooks together in a single pot. The result? Perfectly al dente pasta coated in a silky, flavorful sauce, all ready in under 30 minutes. Ingredients You’ll Need: 12 ounces linguine (or spaghetti) 12 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered if large 1 onion, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat) 2 sprigs basil, plus more for garnish 2 tablespoons extra-virgin...

  Browned Butter Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips: A Decadent Twist on a Classic There’s something magical about the aroma of banana bread baking in the oven. It’s comforting, nostalgic, and always a crowd-pleaser. But what if you could take this classic treat to the next level? Enter: Browned Butter Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips. The nutty richness of browned butter paired with sweet, ripe bananas and melty chocolate chips creates a loaf that’s irresistibly moist and flavorful. Why Browned Butter? Browning butter is a simple step that adds a deep, toasty flavor to your banana bread. It brings out a subtle nuttiness that perfectly complements the sweetness of bananas and the richness of chocolate chips. Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt, omit if using salted butter 2 cups chocolate chips (s...