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I am a multicultural Southern California native with a lifelong passion for entertaining and all cuisines. A retired corporate executive, now loving life as a recipe developer and food blogger.
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Micheline
Prep My Recipe is a food blog featuring California-style recipes, step-by-step instructions for how to make delicious food and drinks, printable recipe cards, helpful recipe videos and tips & tricks, as well as recommended products for all budgets. Blog pages also spotlight “Pimp My Recipe” ideas for how to customize each recipe for a variety of dietary preferences. Please go to the Recipes menu at the top of this website to browse all categories and access all recipes.
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Protein Peppermint Mocha Latte
Indulge in the cozy flavors of the season with this Protein Peppermint Mocha Latte - a rich, super chocolatey, and minty treat that fuels your day while satisfying your sweet tooth. Packed with protein, this festive latte can be easily customized two ways: extra creamy with whole milk and whipped cream or a dairy-free version that is just as decadent. It’s the perfect feel-good coffeehouse favorite you can enjoy at home, anytime you’re craving a minty chocolate boost.
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
This moist and delicious Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread recipe is easy to make and perfect for using up zucchini squash from the garden or the market. It’s packed with walnuts and chocolate chips to give it that dessert-like taste, while the moisture from the fresh zucchini keeps the crumb tender and flavorful.
High Protein Pear Ginger Smoothie
A refreshing blend of crisp pears, spicy fresh ginger, and creamy Greek yogurt, this High-Protein Pear Ginger Smoothie is the perfect balance of bright flavor and nourishing ingredients. This healthy smoothie recipe is packed with 39 grams of protein and is deliciously sweet with that zing of ginger. It delivers a smooth, invigorating boost to start your morning or power you through the afternoon.
Warm Winter Farro Salad
This Warm Winter Farro Salad is a delicious combination of sweet and savory ingredients. With every bite, you get a satisfying burst of different flavors and textures! This nutrient rich salad is filled with wholesome ingredients like farro, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, dates, pistachios, and fresh mint, which are tossed with a flavorful dressing. For an extra special touch, top with pomegranate arils and feta cheese. This farro salad can be served warm or at room temperature, and many of the ingredients can be made ahead of time. This hearty vegetarian salad is so tasty and it will give you energy for hours. Can easily be made plant based!
Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sicilian Pesto
This Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sicilian Pesto is an easy and healthy recipe that is hearty enough for a main dish, or can be served as a side dish. It’s hard to believe that only three ingredients can create such great flavor. My method for roasting spaghetti squash is quite simple and brings out its natural sweetness. The Sicilian Pesto Sauce is garlicky, bright, and slightly spicy with tomatoes, a touch of lemon zest, and lots of fresh herbs. When combined they are a perfect match, resulting in a nutritious bite with huge flavor!