Snacks

Who Says Healthy Can’t Taste Like a Treat? Hey friends, Jackson from Food Mled here. Let’s be real for a second. We all have those moments—mid-afternoon at work, that 3 PM slump hits like a ton of bricks, or maybe it’s a late-night craving whispering sweet nothings from the kitchen. Your brain screams for something sugary, but your body is begging for a little bit of actual, you know, fuel. I’ve been there more times than I can count, staring into the abyss of my pantry, wishing for a snack that felt like a hug but didn’t come with a … Learn more

Say Goodbye to Soggy Salad Toppers Forever Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s talk about a salad crime we’ve all experienced: the sad, store-bought, cardboard-tasting crouton. You know the ones. They’re either rock-hard and threaten to crack a tooth or weirdly soft and taste like stale seasoning. They’re an afterthought, a last-minute sprinkle that does nothing for your beautiful bowl of greens. Well, my friends, I’m here to lead the crouton revolution, and it starts with two secret weapons you might already have lying around: stale sourdough bread and your sourdough discard. We’re making Sourdough Caesar Croutons today, … Learn more

Forget the Wings, We’re Making Gnocchi! Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s cut to the chase: you’re here because you saw the words “Buffalo” and “Gnocchi” in the same sentence and your curiosity just went into overdrive. I get it. The first time this wild idea popped into my head during a particularly intense game day hunger pang, I knew I had to run to the kitchen and see if it worked. And let me tell you, friends, it worked beautifully. Imagine this: little potato dumplings, pan-fried until they’re golden and crisp on the outside, soft and pillowy … Learn more

Forget Everything You Thought You Knew About Homemade Gnocchi Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. When you hear “homemade pasta,” does your brain immediately jump to visions of complicated machines, flour-dusted ceilings, and a whole afternoon you’ll never get back? I get it. I’ve been there. But today, we’re tackling a project that’s going to shatter those fears and completely change your kitchen game: Homemade Potato Gnocchi. I’m not talking about the dense, chewy little pucks you might find in some stores. No, ma’am. I’m talking about clouds. Little, golden, potato-y pillows of … Learn more

The Quest for the Perfect Crunch Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about one of life’s simple, glorious pleasures: the perfect onion ring. You know the one. It’s not just a side dish; it’s an event. That first crackle as you bite through a shatteringly crisp, golden-brown crust, revealing a sweet, tender, and steaming ring of onion inside. It’s a textural masterpiece, and honestly, it’s what snack dreams are made of. Now, I know what you might be thinking. “Jackson, why make them at home when I can just get a basket at the pub?” And hey, … Learn more

Forget Everything You Know About Boring Breadsticks Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get real for a second. Is there anything in this world that hits the spot quite like the perfect bite of warm, cheesy, garlicky bread? I’m talking about that golden, slightly crisp crust giving way to a soft, fluffy interior, all draped in a blanket of gooey, melted cheese and infused with the savory, aromatic punch of real garlic. That, my friends, is the stuff of pure, unadulterated joy. I live for those “you’ve gotta try this” moments in the kitchen, and let me tell … Learn more

Cheesy Ground Beef Waffle Sliders – The Game Day Revolution You NEED Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get real for a second. Are you tired of the same old sliders? The ones on those little potato rolls that are cute, sure, but don’t exactly bring the “wow” factor? I was, too. That’s why I got a little messy in my kitchen, threw the rulebook out the window, and created something so ridiculously good, it might just change your game day—and your weeknight dinner—forever. Imagine this: a perfectly seasoned, juicy ground beef patty, draped in the ooiest, gooiest … Learn more

Who Says Cinnamon Rolls Can’t Be Easy? Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let’s talk about one of life’s simple, soul-warming pleasures: the smell of warm cinnamon and sugar wafting through your kitchen in the morning. It’s a universal signal that something seriously delicious is about to happen. But let’s be real, as much as we all love a classic, gooey cinnamon roll, sometimes we just don’t have the hour (or let’s be honest, the patience) to wait for yeast dough to proof, rise, and do its thing. That’s exactly why I created these Mini Cinnamon Roll Muffins. They … Learn more

Forget the Grease, Keep the Crunch: Your New Favorite Chicken Bites Are Here Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s get real for a second. Who doesn’t love a perfectly crispy, juicy piece of fried chicken? That satisfying crunch, the savory flavor, the way it just hits the spot… it’s pure comfort food magic. But man, the mess? The splattered stovetop, the lingering smell of oil, the guilt that sometimes follows? It’s enough to make me save it for a restaurant treat. But what if I told you we could capture all that glorious crunch and flavor without ever … Learn more

Craving Cheesecake? Let’s Make a Healthy, No-Bake Version! Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld! Let’s be real for a second: sometimes, a cheesecake craving hits you like a ton of bricks. It’s urgent, it’s powerful, and it doesn’t care that you’re trying to eat a little healthier. But what if I told you that you could answer that call without turning on the oven, without a long list of complicated steps, and with a serious protein punch that’ll keep you feeling awesome? Welcome to the magic of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls. These little bites of heaven are my go-to … Learn more