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Low-carb recipes are wonderful because they serve up a mix of heart-healthy fats, protein, and healthy carbs (like veggies) that may help lower your risk for certain conditions like Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Got too much on your plate to cook those healthy low-carb meals that take literal hours? We got you. Just set aside an hour tops, and you can have a balanced meal on the table (and leftovers for lunch!) all week long. It really doesn't get much better than that!
Here are some of our favorite low-carb recipes that may just inspire you to toss those delivery menus out for good. They'll inspire you and remind you that being healthy doesn't mean skimping on flavor or variety.
Chilled Strawberry Soup
When it's too hot to even *think* about grilling a hamburger (that's how you know it's really hot), consider a chilly lunch instead. This pick is flavorful and will use up all those strawberries you have sitting in your fridge. (via Brit + Co)
Chicken Salad Keto Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce wraps make this recipe handheld, portable, and perfect for picnics, barbecues, and work. Top with raspberries and walnuts for some extra color and texture. (via Brit + Co)
Sweetgreen's Spicy Cashew Dressing
When you have a signature dressing on-hand, all of your salads, pasta salads, and sandwiches get exponentially better. (via Brit + Co)
Cardi B’s Spicy Bowl Recipe
Leave it to Cardi B to give us the best bowl recipe ever. Fair warning: if you don't like spicy foods, you'll really, really need to test this before you make a whole batch. (via Brit + Co)
Low-Carb Cauliflower Quiche Cups
These bites make for the *perfect* afternoon snack. Not only do they have cauliflower, but the kale and tomatoes add some extra nutrients. (via Brit + Co)
Smashed Brussels Sprouts
Get your share of delicious veggies smothered with mozzarella and parmesan, and achieve ketosis without the lingering hunger. (via Brit + Co)
Winter Greens & Citrus Salad
A crunchy salad is the ideal dinner when you just need a light meal. This colorful recipe features atahini-ginger dressing that's totally the bomb dot com. (via Brit + Co)
Whole30 Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup
As s creamy comfort soup at its finest, this Whole30-approved recipe is actually made with cashews and nutritional yeast instead of dairy! That's a double diet win! (via Brit + Co)
Bang Bang Cauliflower
Who needs chicken when cauliflower will do the trick instead? This straightforward dish works great for dinner or as a side dish — your choice. (via Brit + Co)
Low Carb Recipes That Are Both Delicious And Healthy
Keto Cauliflower Rice Casserole
Casseroles are one of our favorite comfort foods, but they're not always the healthiest option. The zucchini, mushrooms, and cheeses in this recipe are so flavorful, that you won't even notice the missing carbs. (via Brit + Co)
Keto Cheese Ball
Eating for one? This low-carb recipe is the perfect answer to a light dinner that's as good (or better) as a baked potato. And if you get peckish later, check out one of these low carb snacks. (via Brit + Co)
Brown Butter Salmon with Capers and Tomatoes
Simple, clean, and *so* tasty! Opt for quick sautéed wild salmon with just a few basic ingredients and enjoy big time flavor with your low-carb diet. (via Brit + Co)
Lemon Miso Spring Green Soup
Make this recipe for a very healthy, veggie-packed soup. This spring medley is as delicious as it is nutritious, plus it's quick and low in carbs. (via Brit + Co)
Whole30 Animal Style In-N-Out Burger
You can indeed transform an In-N-Out Animal-Style burger into a Whole30 masterpiece, down to a low-sugar special sauce and crunchy lettuce wrap. Make the caramelized onions ahead of time to cut down on the total cook time for this easy low-carb dinner idea. (via Brit + Co)
Mexican-Style Hot Dogs in Lettuce Wraps
Instead of a bun, this recipe uses lettuce wraps to keep things low-carb. The beans, corn, tomatoes, and avocado add some fresh and oh-so delicious flavors. (via Brit + Co)
Steamed Sea Bass with Broccoli, Mushrooms, and Summer Squash
With lemons, squash, and other veggies, this easy recipe is a great option for summer dinners. If you're watching your saturated fats intake, just swap butter for EVOO. (via Brit + Co)
Cheesy Bacon Brussels Sprouts
When you need a bowl of mac and cheese, this bacon-y Brussels sprouts in a thick cheese sauce will curb your noodle cravings. This low-carb recipe yields a big, casserole-sized batch, so you can munch on leftovers all week long. (via Brit + Co)
Photo via Ghazalle Badiozamani
Instant Pot Chinese Sesame Chicken
Eat this versatile chicken with a side of veggies for dinner, and simply reheat the next day for a salad or lettuce wrap. (via The Whole30 Slow Cookerfor Brit + Co)
Keto Ricotta Chicken Meatballs
Rich dark-meat chicken forms stellar meatballs with almond flour, heavy cream, and Parmesan and ricotta cheeses. Serve them with roasted vegetables or your favorite low-carb pasta substitute! (via Brit + Co)
Healthy Egg Muffins
Easy egg breakfast for dinner? We say "yes, please!" These bites go well as a savory app to snack on before your main dish! (via Brit + Co)
Keto Churro Cloud Bread
If you're avoiding cinnamon sugar cookies and churros after dinner, this cloud bread dessert is the next best thing. Plus it'll take you less than 30 minutes to make! (via Brit + Co)
Keto Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
It's amazing how far a little almond meal and zucchini can go in place of bread and… well, more bread. This recipe is quick, low-carb, and oh-so filling for a weeknight dinner win. (via Brit + Co)
Photo via Ditte Isager
Halibut en Papillote with Lemon, Mushrooms, and Toasted Sesame Oil
This healthy (and quite fancy) fish dish fills your kitchen with the aromas of ginger and toasted sesame oil— and it even makes halibut taste glamorous. (via The Clean Plate: Eat, Reset, Heal for Brit + Co)
Fennel Salad with Blood Orange, Thyme, and Toasted Walnuts
Say hello to one of the most creative salads you've probably ever seen. With oranges, fennel, thyme, and roasted walnuts, this meal is full of winter's bounty, but if it's hard to find some of the ingredients once the weather warms up, swap for some in-season toppings (like peaches) instead. (via Brit + Co)
Paleo Shepherd's Pie
Don't let the cauliflower-mash topping turn you skeptical. This healthier take on a classic savory pie remains just as comforting with hearty ground beef and tender veggies. It's also flavored well with onion, cumin, coriander, and red pepper. (via Brit + Co)
From Pizza To Salmon, We Have Plenty Of Low-Carb Recipe Ideas To Share
Keto Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Make these customizable “rice" bowls when you need to clear your fridge of odds and ends like leftover meat, vegetables, and condiments. (via Brit + Co)
Keto Matcha Cheesecake
Low-carb recipes don't have to be boring, and this keto dessert proves it! Matcha and sugar-free chocolate chips are a true delight here. (via The Essential Instant Pot Keto Cookbookby Casey Thaler for Brit + Co)
Bacon and Gruyère Sous Vide Egg Bites
Enjoy this Starbucks copycat recipe as a new breakfast fave without all the carbs. Don't worry though, this recipe still has all the bacon-y, cheesy goodness you could ever want! (via Brit + Co)
Low-Carb Egg in a Basket
You won't miss the bread in this low-carb version of eggs in a hole, as its cauliflower-crust base tastes *just* like crisped cheese. (via Cali'Flour Kitchen for Brit + Co)
Chocho Carrot Muffins
Chocho flour — which has been eaten in South American Andean communities for generations — is a great way to get in some of your favorite baked goods, without the same levels of carbs that you might find in more mainstream flours. (via Brit + Co)
Mini Cloud Bread Pepperoni Pizzas
Cloud bread, a miracle mixture of baked eggs, cheese, and cream of tartar, satisfies the carb-y cravings of keto dieters everywhere. We like it best topped with pizza sauce, more cheese, and plenty of pepperoni. (via Brit + Co)
Keto Ramen Zoodles
Swapping traditional noodles for zucchini noodles allows you to enjoy richly flavored ramen, crispy pork belly, jammy egg, and all, without the dreaded carb bloat. (via Brit + Co)
Pan-Seared Fish with Buttery Caper Sauce
Use a pan-searing technique to cook your favorite lean fish, such as tilapia or striped bass. When a quick pan sauce of butter, capers, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs is involved, you really can't go wrong. (via Brit + Co)
Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus
When you're craving garlic bread, whip up this insanely cheesy side dish instead. It gives you both a dose of greens and a ton of garlicky flavor. (via Cafe Delites for Brit + Co)
Spaghetti Squash Pasta
Make three different pasta sauces — sugo, arugula pesto, and lemon ricotta — and you'll be excited to eat spaghetti squash all week. (via Brit + Co)
Image via Rachel Mansfield
Sweetgreen Harvest Bowl
Make a healthy lunch and save some cash when you make this yummy Sweetgreen copycat recipe. That's two thumb's up from us! (via Brit + Co)
Blackened Chicken and Avocado Salad
This popular Pinterest salad gained fame for many reasons, but the tender 20-minute chicken on top might be the most compelling part. Indulge in this low-carb recipe for dinner any night of the week, since it's super easy to prepare. (via North South Blonde for Brit + Co)
The Best Main Course, Side Dish, And Dessert Low-Carb Recipes To Cut Back On Carbs
Baked Almond-Crusted Cod
Skip your typical chicken breast in favor of this heart-healthy cod that's crusted with almonds and parmesan, and served with a lemony yogurt sauce. (via Brit + Co)
Low-Carb Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
These babies, which feature smoked salmon, lemon, and dill, make for an amazing Easter brunch addition. (via Brit + Co)
Keto Steak Cheese-Shell Tacos
The best part of this low-carb recipe (second to the crispy cheddartaco shells, of course) is the leftover taco-seasoned steak, which you can use to top salads, wraps, and other lunches later on. (via Brit + Co)
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
This garlicky marinated shrimp dish needs just 8 minutes in the oven to form a hearty accompaniment to roasted peppers and onions, riced cauliflower, and any low-carb ingredient under the sun. This flavorful (and low-carb) bite will seriously blow you away. (via Brit + Co)
Crispy Chicken Thighs with Honey-Lemon Pan Sauce
No part of flavorful chicken thighs goes to waste in this single-skillet dish, which makes a pan sauce from leftover chicken juices, butter, garlic, honey, and lemon juice. (via Brit + Co)
Paleo Instant Pot Orange Chicken
You can make this healthy orange chicken faster than you could grab it from Panda Express. This diet-friendly version employs coconut sugar and orange zest to replicate the classic's citrusy sweetness, while arrowroot powder maintains the signature crispy crust. It's a classic in our arsenal of easy low-carb meals. (via Brit + Co)
Ketotarian Alfredo Zoodles
This creamy zoodle dish, laden with a dairy-free macadamia-nut “alfredo" sauce, proves that a keto-vegetarian diet is both possible and delicious. (via Brit + Co)
Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes
In lieu of French fries, try this baked and bacon-wrapped alternative. Not only are you cutting out the oil, but you're adding in some bacon, which is definitely an upside in our book. (via Brit + Co)
Cauliflower Rice Sushi
If you're looking for something low-carb, you might be hesitant to try sushi, because of the rice that's inside. But there's an easy way to fix that — use cauliflower rice instead! (via Brit + Co)
Smoked Salmon Poke Bites
Turn your go-to poke bowl into bite-sized goodies. They make for an awesome low-carb appetizer, or even an effective WFH snack if you need something filling to hold you over until lunchtime. (via Brit + Co)
Photo via Ghazalle Badiozamani
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore with Zucchini Noodles
Drift away to the Italian countryside with this vibrant dish of mushrooms, tomatoes, and herbs. (via The Whole30 Slow Cooker for Brit + Co)
Koufteh Ghelgheli
This Middle Eastern recipe is chock full of veggies and lamb meatballs. The flavor pairings of turmeric, pepper, and lemon are simple enough for a beginner cook, but are oh-so tasty. (via Brit + Co)
Low Carb Meal Ideas To Cook For The Whole Family
Cast Iron Skillet Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter
Serve this juicy chicken with roasted veggies or a low-carb salad for a healthy weeknight meal. (via Barley & Sage)
Super Green Sundried Tomato Herb Salad with Crispy Chickpeas
Shredded kale, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, carrots, and fresh herbs are generously tossed in a lemon vinaigrette and topped with crispy chickpeas, toasted pine nuts, feta, and avocado in this low-carb recipe. This pick makes for a great side salad, or you can enjoy it in bigger portions as a main course. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Low-Carb Bell Pepper Sandwiches
Hollow out a bell pepper, and stuff it with a cream cheese-mustard mix, as well as slices of your favorite deli meat and cheese. Load it with spinach, bacon, sprouts, cucumbers to craft a delicious, healthy meal — for really, whatever time of day you want. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Spicy Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Involtini
Ribbons of zucchini are rolled up with a pesto and ricotta cheese mixture, and baked in a herby red-pepper tomato sauce. Doesn't that sound so yum? Plus, this dish is super good for you! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry
This versatile stir fry is a great way to get some low-carb veggies into your diet. Swap the beef for chicken, or another easy protein like tofu. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Grilled Caprese Pesto Chicken Skewers
Grill up pesto chicken and cherry tomatoes, then serve with burrata cheese and fresh basil for some low-carb, late-summer meal perfection. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
Slice up a zucchini, toss it in olive oil and spices, and pop it in the air fryer to get these crunchy zucchini chips. A low-carb snack is as easy as that! (via A Spicy Perspective)
Spicy Oregano Meatballs with Grilled Vegetables and Tzatziki
Spicy meatballs and grilled vegetables are tossed in lemon-herb vinaigrette and served with cooling, creamy tzatziki. This low-carb meal option will win everyone over! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Pesto Salmon
Salmon gets a nice crunch from the tiniest bit of panko breadcrumbs, while pesto gives it a burst of herby flavor. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Turkish Eggs
This low-carb breakfast, AKA çilbir (pronounced chil-bir), is a popular breakfast in Turkey that's made with poached eggs over creamy, garlicky yogurt, and drenched in a warm spicy butter. (via Forks & Foliage)
4-Cheese Roasted Garlic Alfredo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Swap pasta for spaghetti squash and stuff it with béchamel sauce, sage, and roasted garlic. There's no other way to do it! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Chicken Fajitas
Why opt for takeout when you can make your own Mexican dishes at home? Begin with this easy fajitas recipe that doesn't skimp on healthy additions. (via Culinary Hill)
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These baked meatballs make a great addition to any low-carb wraps or bowls you have planned. (via Bowl of Delicious)
Easy Carrot Pumpkin Soup
This warm bowl of soup is so fitting for the fall season. When you need a comfort meal, this low-carb dish comes in hot with flavor. (via The Fast Recipe)
Greek Chicken Bowls
The Mediterranean diet is a great gateway to get into eating low-carb. Start with this recipe first! (via Two Peas & Their Pod)
Sheet Pan Lemon Dill Salmon with Baby Bok Choy
The lemon and dill included in this recipe pair like a dream with baby bok choy. When you want something healthy yet fancy, reach for this dish. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)
Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Pizza with Roasted Onion Cream
Just look at this low-carb recipe. It's delish AF, thanks to the healthy crust, spicy cauliflower, and creamy onion sauce that you could either dip into or drizzle on your pie. (via The First Mess)
Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
Cauliflower takes on the role of potatoes in this mash recipe that gets saturated in melty cheese! Yum! (via Kathryn's Kitchen)
Easy Vegan Ratatouille
Whether you enjoy this low-carb recipe as a side dish or a main course, it's going to deliver on texture and flavor. (via A Virtual Vegan)
One-Skillet Sesame Mango Chicken
One skillet? That means we're in. This simple low-carb recipe is great for low-carb eaters, especially when you pair it with your favorite veggie! (via Averie Cooks)
Low-Carb Lasagna Stuffed Peppers
Get ready to go in on these stuffed peppers. They hold a handful of nutritious ingredients, from ground beef to spinach. (via The Girl On Bloor)
Korean Cauliflower Wings
These cauliflower wings carry a savory-sweet flavor that's sure to satisfy – low-carb style. (via The Edgy Veg)
Vegan Tomato Zucchini Casserole
This easy-to-make casserole is packed with fiber, but is still low on carbs. Using fresh tomatoes and zucchinis will help you achieve that tender, flavorful texture that's great for feeding a crowd. (via Give Recipe)
Low-Carb Mock Potato Salad
This healthy dish is perfect for holiday gatherings and potlucks alike! It replaces potatoes with non-starchy cauliflower, but still retains all the flavor. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Korean Cauliflower Wings
These vibrant vegetarian wings make all other low-carb recipes look drab. The soy-BBQ-garlic sauce is just to die for! (via The Edgy Veg)
Cheesy Sausage + Egg Muffins
You'll always want a batch of these savory low-carb bites on hand to snack on between meals! (via Averie Cooks)
Find more easy low-carb meals, keto cocktails, and keto-friendly dessert ideas by checking out Brit + Co's Food page. Join our newsletter for more recipes and inspiration!
This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.
Taylor Swift is known for many things: her incredible songwriting, record-breaking albums like 1989, Folklore, and Midnights, and the Easter eggs she's always leaving fans for her new albums. But the popstar is also known for her relationships (friendly reminder, women are more than their partners!). Considering there's a Taylor Swift song for every kind of love, heartbreak, and relationship, here's everything you need to know about Taylor Swift's former boyfriends (and her current romance with Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce), from a Swiftie who's done the research. Catch up before she drops The Tortured Poets Department and Reputation (Taylor's Version)!
What We Know About Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce's Relationship
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“Taylor and Travis have been quietly hanging out,” a source told The Messenger in September, while a source told ET that "Travis has been into Taylor for a while and definitely has a crush on her." However, another insider confirms that the pair aren't officially dating, and on September 20, Travis' brother Jason Kelce told the WIP Morning Show (via DailyMail), "I think things are going great and I think it's 100 percent true."
On September 24, Taylor was seen in a box with Travis Kelce's mom during the Chiefs game, and then left with Travis Kelce after the game (in which Travis scored an impressive touchdown *and* the Chiefs won 41-10). Travis wore a blue and white matching set (that also has 1989 in the name 👀), while Taylor wore a white tank and an unreleased Chiefs jacket (via taylorswiftstyled). Speaking of clothes, it's also notable to mention that after Taylor was spotted at the game, sales for Travis' jersey have jumped 400%!
In a September 27 interview with the New Heights podcast, Travis talks about the game, and said he "sure as hell enjoyed this weekend."
"I just thought it was awesome how everybody in the suite had nothing but great things to say about her," he says. "She looked amazing and everybody was talking about her in great light."
After spending some time with his mom in the Kelce box, Taylor joined Travis and they "just slid off in the getaway car at the end." Is that a Reputation (Taylor's Version) Easter egg we hear? Swifties have been predicting the rerecording would come after 1989 (Taylor's Version) since the Midnights era (as for us, we're hoping to get an announcement this fall). Check back here to see how this potential relationship unfolds, and check out the full Brit + Co Taylor Swift x Travis Kelce timeline.
The Taylor Swift Boyfriends You Love, And The Ones You Didn't Know She Dated
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Joe Jonas
Taylor Swift and Joe Jonas began dating in 2008. Taylor joined the Jonas Brothers during their Burnin' Up Tour and performed hits like "Should've Said No" from her debut album Taylor Swift. The relationship is most remembered for the fact that Joe reportedly broke up with Taylor during a 25-second phone call. After the break up (and a few albums), the couple was able to become friends.
Taylor Swift's "Invisible String" (which was released after Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner had their first baby) includes the line, "Cold was the steel of my axe to grind // For the boys who broke my heart // Now I send their babies presents," solidifying that the duo had truly buried the hatchet when she wrote the song.
Relive the romance: "Forever & Always," "Mr. Perfectly Fine," "Last Kiss"
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Lucas Till
I've said it once and I'll say it again: Hannah Montana: The Movie is one of the greatest films of the 2000's, and this is just another reason why. The feature film stars Lucas as Hannah Montana/Miley's love interest Travis (who we never saw again after the movie??), while Taylor performs "Crazier" during the characters' barn party.
Taylor Swift ended up featuring Lucas Till as the male lead in her "You Belong With Me" music video, which won her the VMA for Best Video by a Female Artist in 2009.
"We dated for a little bit. But, there was no friction because we were too nice," Taylor Swift's boyfriend told MTV in 2009. "Most relationships work out cause you get along and then you don't, and then you make up and it's passionate, and with us I really just liked her as a friend. That’s the only reason that didn't work out."
Relive the romance: Taylor Swift hasn't released any songs about Lucas Till, but feel free to watch the "You Belong With Me" music video as many times as you'd like. I know I do.
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Taylor Lautner
Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner dated for a few months in 2009 after they met on the set of the rom-com Valentine's Day. Taylor Lautner presented Swift with the VMA for Best Video by a Female Artist in 2009, which went down in pop culture history when Kanye jumped onstage to interrupt Swift's acceptance speech.
“I’m just assuming that this whole thing was a practiced and rehearsed skit because why else would Kanye West be jumping up on the stage interrupting Taylor Swift?" the Twilight star said on a recent episode of his The Squeeze podcast. "It just didn’t make sense. And if you look back at it, I’m actually caught, like, laughing and giggling at him like, ‘I can’t hear them but this is probably really funny right now.’”
The two have become friends since the end of their relationship, and most recently, Taylor Lautner starred with Joey King in the music video for Taylor Swift's "I Can See You" from Speak Now (Taylor's Version). "He was a very positive force in my life when I was making the Speak Now album," Taylor Swift said at the July 7 Eras Tour show.
Relive the romance: "Back To December"
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John Mayer
Even though Taylor Swift and John Mayer never publicly confirmed that they were dating, this has become one of Taylor's best-known relationships. The two collaborated on John's "Half of My Heart" single in 2009 before performing together a number of times before their relationship ended in 2010.
Taylor later released Speak Now, whose track "Dear John" is believed to be about the relationship. John also released a song that's widely thought to be about Taylor titled "Paper Doll," and spoke very candidly about the release + reception of "Dear John" in a 2012 interview with Rolling Stone.
“It made me feel terrible,” he says. “Because I didn’t deserve it. I’m pretty good at taking accountability now, and I never did anything to deserve that. It was a really lousy thing for her to do.”
Relive the romance: "Dear John," "Would've, Should've, Could've"
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Cory Monteith
While the late Glee star never publicly became one of Taylor Swift's boyfriends, the pair was photographed together on a few different occasions and fans have speculated since the release of Speak Now that the album's lead single "Mine" is about the actor.
"This is a situation where a guy that I just barely knew put his arm around me by the water, and I saw the entire relationship flash before my eyes, almost like a weird science-fiction movie," she told Yahoo Music, via MTV.
After the actor passed away, Taylor Swift tweeted (via Taste of Country, the tweet has since been deleted), "Speechless. And for the worst reason."
Relive the romance: "Mine"
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Adam Young
Okay, so Adam Young and Taylor Swift never *officially* dated, but they did send each other emails and eventually meet face-to-face — a meeting that Taylor was so excited about, she ended up writing "Enchanted," which Adam later covered.
Relive the romance: "Enchanted"
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Jake Gyllenhaal
One of Taylor Swift's most public relationships came in 2010 when she started dating movie star Jake Gyllenhaal. Throughout that fall, Taylor and Jake were seen grabbing brunch in New York City, spending Thanksgiving together, and visiting Nashville.
When December rolled around, Taylor celebrated her 21st birthday without Jake present, and a few days later, Jake celebrated his 30th birthday without Taylor. Their relationship ended shortly after, and Taylor released her album Red in 2012. The album is believed to be mostly about her relationship with Jake, and is filled to the *brim* with insight into her relationship (it also happens to be the perfect early fall album!)
Red also features her most beloved song "All Too Well," and in 2021, Taylor Swift released Red (Taylor's Version), which includes a 10-minute version of the song fans have been requesting for a decade, as well as a short film.
Relive the romance: "Red," "All Too Well," "The Moment I Knew," "I Bet You Think About Me"
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Harry Styles
Rumors about Taylor Swift and Harry Styles being a couple when Harry showed up to support Taylor during her X Factor performance rehearsal. They began having dates in Central Park, attending parties together, and wore matching paper airplane necklaces. They even went on a skiing trip (a trip that many fans believe included a snowmobile accident, which Taylor mentions in 1989's "Out Of The Woods").
"In writing songs about stuff like [relationships], I like tipping a hat to the time together," Harry Styles said during a year-long Rolling Stone interview. "You're celebrating the fact it was powerful and made you feel something, rather than 'this didn't work out, and that's bad.' And if you run into that person, maybe it's awkward, maybe you have to get drunk … but you shared something. Meeting someone new, sharing those experiences, it's the best s— ever."
The exes almost broke Twitter when they reunited at the 2021 Grammys (among other awards, Taylor won Best Album for Folklore and Harry won Best Pop Solo Performance for "Watermelon Sugar"), and again at the 2023 Grammys. Here's hoping Harry is featured on a future album!!
Relive the romance: "Style," "Out Of The Woods," "Clean," "Question...?"
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Calvin Harris
Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris were introduced by their mutual friend Ellie Goulding, and appeared on lots of different red carpets together, as well as in a variety of Instagram posts. They also collaborated on "This Is What You Came For," which was recorded by Rihanna.
When the pair broke up, Calvin ended up posting some tweets (which have since been deleted), saying "I figure if you're happy in your new relationship you should focus on that instead of trying to tear your ex bf down for something to do." Afterwards, he told British GQ, via People that "it was completely the wrong instinct...It's very difficult when something I consider so personal plays out very publicly. The aftermath of the relationship was way more heavily publicized than the relationship itself."
Calvin Harris married Vick Hope in 2023, and during an April 2024 episode of her BBC show Going Home with Vick, Katie and Jamie, Vick reveals she loves listening to Taylor Swift!
“As soon as my husband goes away, I listen to Taylor Swift,” she says. “That’s just when I get my little fill...Just a couple of songs, get it out of my system, and then it’s done.”
Relive the romance: "I Forgot That You Existed," "Bejeweled," "High Infidelity"
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Tom Hiddleston
Right after Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris broke up, the popstar was linked to the English actor at the 2016 Met Gala. The couple then proceeded to send the internet into a tizzy when they were photographed holding hands and cuddling in Rhode Island. They introduced one another to their parents, attended concerts together, and traveled to places like Rome and Australia. They ended up breaking things off in September of 2017.
Relive the romance: "Getaway Car"
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Joe Alwyn
The longest relationship between Taylor Swift and a boyfriend is rumored to have begun at the 2016 Met Gala (the song "Dress" mentions she met the song's subject when she had bleached hair and they had a buzzcut. Taylor had bleached hair and Joe had a buzzcut at the Gala that year), but were officially connected in 2017. They traveled around the world together, and Joe showed up to support Taylor Swift's Reputation tour.
The couple's early relationship began during a period where a lot of the public and the industry expressed that they were anti-Taylor Swift, and the singer basically disappeared. Taylor told The Guardian in 2019 that they preferred to keep things private, otherwise "people think it's up for discussion, and our relationship isn't up for discussion...If you and I were having a glass of wine right now, we'd be talking about it — but it's just that it goes out into the world."
While many fans speculated that Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn had gotten engaged, after six years of dating, the couple's split became publicized in the spring of 2023. But on November 29, Taylor's friend and collaborator Jack Antonoff posted an Instagram story confirming Taylor's hit song "You're Losing Me" was written in 2021. "A very special track from the Midnights vault that's finally streaming," the story says. "Written and recorded at home on 12/5/21."
That makes us look at a lot of the heart-wrenching songs on Evermore and Midnights in a whole new way because it suggests their relationships problems ran deeper and lasted longer than anyone realized. And on November 30, Taylor Swift's publicist Tree Paine made an ultra-rare statement on Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn's relationship after the infamous gossip blog Deuxmoi published an Instagram story claiming Taylor and Joe got married.
"Enough is enough with these fabricated lies about Taylor from Deuxmoi," Tree says on X. "There was NEVER a marriage or ceremony of ANY kind. This is an insane thing to post. It’s time for you to be held accountable for the pain and trauma you cause with posts like these."
Taylor announced her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, at the 2024 Grammys...and then internet was QUICK to make potential connections to Joe. In 2022, Joe told GQ that he was in a group chat with Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott called "The Tortured Man Club," based on their roles in their respective film and TV projects. Taylor also has tracks like "So Long, London" which in direct juxtaposition to "London Boy" off her Lover album — a song heavily tied to Joe. The through line is more than clear, TBH, but Taylor could be misleading us.
Regardless, a "source close to Joe" spoke up about the album to The Daily Mail. The source said that Joe has been quiet and respectful about the breakup, so it would be "shady" to "diss" him in the album. What does Taylor think about that? Well, during a performance "Dear Reader" in Tokyo — notably after Joe's alleged comments — she sang, "The restless tears of a cursed man." The original lyrics? "The desperate prayers of a cursed man." Now, I'm not saying she was calling Joe a crybaby...but I'm not NOT saying it. 😗
Joe Alwyn also just posted on Instagram for the first time since September 2023, and it looks like he might be referencing The Tortured Poets Department again. After Swifties have been joking that each of Taylor Swift's boyfriends need to get ready for the album that references them (meaning Joe would be getting ready for TTPD), he uploaded a carousel of images that includes mirror selfies, a childhood photo, and a meme from the UK The Office that says "Different drinks for different needs." If *I'm* expecting to need a drink after listening to TTPD, then you'll probably need one too Joe...Heck, let's go ahead and make these Taylor Swift cocktails.
Relive the romance: "Delicate," "Lover," "Paper Rings," "Invisible String," "Snow on the Beach," "So Long, London," "Down Bad" (basically all of Reputation, Lover, Folklore, Evermore, and a good deal of Midnights).
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Matty Healy
During the summer leg of the Eras Tour, Taylor Swift and Matty Healy both mouthed the words “This is about you. You know who you are. I love you,” into the camera during their respective shows. They were later spotted together in New York City, and Matty joined boygenius onstage to open for one of Taylor Swift's concerts in Nashville. However, the pair ended things at the beginning of June.
"They were never boyfriend-girlfriend or exclusive and were always just having fun," a source tells People. "There is no drama, and who knows what could happen again. It was a good time and ran its course."
Relive the romance: "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived," "I Can Fix Him (No Really, I Can)," "loml," "Guilty As Sin?"
Were any of Taylor Swift's boyfriends your celebrity crushes? Let us know in the comments!
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Yarros' newest work is coming out THIS fall and we've got all the details! It will be different from her most popular works like ones from The Empyrean series that we all know and love. As it turns out, this new book will be a one-off, contemporary romance piece. Yarros sure does know her fantasy but we also love her for her "will they-won't they" tension-filled romantic chapters so we are ecstatic read this new book. While we are waiting on her newest book, we thought we'd also give you a rundown of all of her other books to read in the meantime! If you haven't head of Rebecca Yarros then we've got all the tea on her and our fave books she's written over the years.
She's a New York Times best-selling writer whose talent spans across a variety of different genres, and who's sold over two million copies of just one of her books.
From heart-pounding fantasy adventures to emotional contemporary romances, Yarros' stories offer something for every reader. Whether you crave the thrill of dragon riders soaring through the skies or the heartwarming bonds of newly-formed couples, this guide will help you find the perfect Rebecca Yarros books to lose yourself in.
Variation
This standalone story will be about a dancer who, after years of success in the dancing world, returns home. While there, she unearths worlds of trauma and tension with not only her family, but also a certain rescue-coast guard swimmer that she has a past with.
Yarros told People Magazine, "I’m thrilled to be partnering with Amazon Publishing for the release of my next contemporary romance. They're such a supportive, incredible team to work with, and I can’t wait for readers to fall in love with Allie and Hudson's story and the years of family secrets that surface when these two collide after years apart."
This new book is scheduled to be released this fall in October, and based on that synopsis, we're already counting down the days until we get to read this sure-to-be masterpiece!
The Empyrean
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The Empyrean is made up of the most popular Rebecca Yarros books, and it's thrilling series set to have five books total (there are currently two released). It takes readers into a brutal and elite war college for dragon riders, and the first book, Fourth Wing, has already sold over two million copies!
Fourth Wing
Fourth Wing is centered around a young woman named Violet whose plan to live a quiet life is disrupted when her mother orders her to join the college's elite group of dragon riders.
Iron Flame
The second book, Iron Flame, sees Violet's dragon-riding training intensify as she enters her second year in the program. The training ends up pushing Violet and her classmates to their physical and emotional limits, and a new vice commandant targets Violet, determined to break her will, while she grapples with a dangerous secret about the college.
Throughout The Empyrean series, Violet must find a way to use her wits and determination to survive. Iron Flame ends on quite the cliffhanger (there are, after all, three more books to be released). At this point, there is no confirmed release date for the third book, but fans are eagerly waiting to learn what lies in store for Violet and her classmates.
In an interview with EW, Yarros warned that the waiting period might be a little longer than readers expect. "I’m respecting my limitations and taking [things] a bit slower so that I can be healthy through all of it," she says. "So it’s going to be a little bit slower. But I have a release date, I just can’t tell you yet."
Legacy
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The Legacy series is composed of romantic novellas that are sure to snap you out of a reading funk. These Rebecca Yarros books are short, yet intriguing, and each focuses on a different couple. One of the best parts of this series is that each book is able to stand alone, and there is no specific order to read them in. Each one also focuses on a different romantic trope (from friends-to-lovers to second-chance romance), which keeps them interesting and fun!
Flights & Glory
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If you've been looking for a good romance series to dive into, look no further! The Flights & Glory series does not disappoint. Like the Legacy series, each novel focuses on a different couple and their unique journey to be together. These books are also standalone, which simplifies the process of finding your way around the series.
While each book is different in terms of central characters, they are all bound together by their themes. Each one focuses on the difficulties of falling in love when one person is guarded, and the challenges all new relationships face when partners begin to tear down each other's walls.
The Renegades
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This author delivers yet another enthralling romantic series, The Renegades! These Rebecca Yarros books are definitely on the steamier side, so reader beware if that's something you're not into. The books are centered around a group of bad boys who participate in extreme sports, and they're set in college on a ship traveling around the world. Each book focuses on a different couple on the ship, with the first book following a bad-boy athlete who falls for his off-limits tutor.
In Luv Duet
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As the name suggests, this duet is composed of two romantic novels. The first book follows Langley Vaughn, a wealthy socialite, who needs a date for her ex-boyfriend's wedding to her nemesis stepsister. She hires Iker, a soldier on leave who's in need of quick cash. Their fake relationship sparks real feelings, but their different worlds and Iker's secret past create challenges. The sequel explores the aftermath — and their fight for a future together.
Which of these Rebecca Yarros books are you adding to your must-read list? Check out 10 Popular Danielle Steel Books That Make Romance And Drama Fun for even more ideas!
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It's festival season, and we're here for all the boho chic style inspo, new music, and FOMO-inducing moments that go down at the best after parties. After years of watching Coachella moments play out on social media, I finally ventured out to the desert for myself.
My very first Coachella was filled with the stuff of festival season legends. By day, I wore my best festival 'fits (and all the SPF) for the debut of Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" and Olivia Rodrigo's surprise performance. By night, I went to dreamy parties at desert mansions and came narrowly close to Taylor Swift at Neon Carnival.
But one of my favorite experiences of all didn't require an exclusive invite or high ticket price — Pinterest's Manifestation Station, the social platform's first-ever (and totally free!) pop-up at Coachella. Keep reading for everything you need to know about the Manifestation Station!
What is the Pinterest Manifestation Station?
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It's a pop-up that helps you tap into Pinterest's best trends of the season, thanks to professional stylists and makeup artists on site.
Do you need a ticket for Pinterest Manifestation Station?
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No, just join the queue when you arrive to create your best festival look ever. No ticket or entry fee required!
When does the Pinterest Manifestation Station open?
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You can visit Pinterest's pop-up from 1pm-9pm on festival days at Coachella Weekend 2.
Coachella Beauty & Fashion Trends For 2024
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As always, Pinterest Trends is one step ahead of even the most stylish among us. They're bringing the most aesthetic micro trends to real life, no matter how niche. A team of styling and beauty experts is helping festival-goers lean into the looks we've all been pinning, from light and airy coquette and fairycore to dark feminine aesthetics like Lana Del Rey-core. It's safe to say that everyone looked so fab that I had to get in on it all!
A Coquette Fairycore Makeover
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I arrived at Coachella in a light floral set (one of my go-to warm weather outfits) and decided on the spot that I wanted to tap further into the fairycore and coquette aesthetic. The Pinterest team didn't skip a beat in helping me achieve my perfect festival look.
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We started with a light blue eye shadow to tap into the sugar plum vibes. As a maximalist who loves a little extra sparkle, I naturally opted into the inclusion of micro pearls to frame my eyes.
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Like every Pinterest girlie as of late, I'm still stuck on the Y2K and bow trends. There was a huge selection of bows in every size and color to choose from, but I settled on alternating baby pink and periwinkle. We added butterfly clips to my braids and topped off the look with more pearls in my hair.
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These beginner Instant Pot recipes are about to save you from your ferocious hunger and those hefty takeout bills on busy weeknights. Not only are they great for those evenings when you'd rather be hanging with the fam than spending endless hours in the kitchen, but they'll also come in handy for all of that school year meal planning.
If you own an Instant Pot, you know just how valuable the modern pressure cooker is. It saves you time, money, and tons of effort when preparing everyday dishes. The device can be a bit daunting, though, when figuring out what recipes to make and how to make them. That's where these beginner Instant Pot recipes come in! From quick rice and quinoa, to full-on meals like coq au vin, the 72 recipes below are easy – and have ultra-quick cooking times – thanks to the Instant Pot.
What are the best things to make in an Instant Pot?
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You can make all kinds of delicious recipes like rice, soup, and meats like chicken and salmon. In our opinion, the best thing to make in an Instant Pot is something that would take you a long time to make otherwise!
What should you not cook in an Instant Pot?
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You don't want to cook fried food because an Instant Pot won't keep the outside crispy the way that an air fryer will. You also want to avoid desserts like cookies because the moisture won't give you the same delicious results that an oven will.
What should I do first time with Instant Pot?
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For your first time using the an Instant Pot, make a super simple, cheap dinner that won't cost you if you make a mistake. We'd recommend a simple chili, chicken noodle soup, or a simple pasta you've made before. That way, you can familiarize yourself with the Instant Pot without worrying too much about the outcome.
Is Instant Pot just as good as slow cooker?
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The Instant Pot is great for when you're short on time, whereas a slow cooker might require more attention since you typically cook food all day long in it. Each appliance is relatively easy to use, but if you want to whip up something quick, the Instant Pot might be better than a slow cooker.
Because of the different settings, the results will vary a bit from a slow cooker, but as long as you figure out the recipes that work for you, an Instant Pot can be a great addition to your kitchen.
Instant Pot Recipe with Vegetarian Frittata
Frittatas may be your norm for brunch, but they also make for an easy fridge clean-out dinner. Easy, quick, and tasty? Who wouldn't want to make this beginner Instant Pot recipe? (via Brit + Co)
Tuscan White Bean Soup in an Instant Pot
This beginner-friendly soup is nutritious, thanks to eight different vegetables. It receives richness from sweet Italian sausage and lots of cannellini beans. Plus, it’s blissfully Tuscan thanks to juicy San Marzano tomatoes, lemon, and fresh parsley. (via Brit + Co)
15-Minute Instant Pot Rice
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All you need to make rice in your Instant Pot is water, salt, and, well – rice. The most important part of this whole process as far as we're concerned is the fluffing, because getting that fluffy consistency is vital for any and every rice recipe. (via Brit + Co)
Fluffy Quinoa Instant Pot Recipe
The keys to fluffy, flavorful quinoa: rinse off the pseudo-grain’s bitter coating with water first, then sauté it in the Instant Pot until toasted. After you've done those steps, you can cook it with broth on the gadget’s rice setting and voilà. An easy and delicious meal. (via Brit + Co)
Pressure-Cooker Ramekin Eggs
Your favorite veg, eggs, and cream go into individual ramekins, get pressure-cooked, and come out ever-so-slightly soft so you can spread the whole thing over toast. This is seriously one of the best breakfasts ever, and your brunches will never be the same! (via Brit + Co)
Steamed Cod with Ginger Scallion Sauce
From a frozen state, fish only takes 5 minutes to pressure-cook in the Instant Pot. Yes, you read that right. From there, it’s just about adding the sauce and serving with rice for a complete meal. This is one of our favorite beginner Instant Pot recipes for the health nuts out there. (via Brit + Co)
Keto Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
We thought meatballs couldn't get much better, but stuff them with cheese, and suddenly they're a whole new meal that we can't get enough of. We love to eat them on top of zoodles, but any kind of noodles will do. (via Brit + Co)
Instant Pot Beef Stew
You'll want to go ahead and bookmark this beginner Instant Pot recipe because chances are, after you make this stew for the first time, you’ll go back again and again. (via Brit + Co)
Pressure-Cooked Vegetarian Chili
This foolproof recipe relies on quinoa to naturally thicken the chili. Not only will it help with the consistency, but it will also leave you feeling fuller. (via Brit + Co)
Basic Pressure-Cooker Chicken Breasts
All you need is water, salt, and pepper to make this 10-minute chicken breast, which is easy to shred for salads, soups, and more. For extra moisture and flavor, we suggest brining the chicken in salt water overnight and sprinkling in a touch of brown sugar and peppercorns. (via Brit + Co)
Instant Pot Butternut Squash
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While you need the better part of an hour for the normal butternut squash method, this new and improved version only takes 12 minutes. We don't know about you, but we'll be fixing this Instant Pot recipe all the time for a side dish from here on out! (via Brit + Co)
3-Minute Salmon Dinner
Salmon, sweet potatoes, and broccoli can be steamed up all together in three minutes via the wonders of the Instant Pot. We'll never say no to a dinner this quick *and* this delicious. (via Brit + Co)
Paleo Orange Chicken
The classic American-Chinese staple is made even quicker when seared and pressure-cooked in the Instant Pot. Add a little bit of sriracha for an unmatched sweet and spicy flavor. (via Brit + Co)
Baked Potato Soup
Gussy up this Instant Pot potato soup with all your fave fixings. This is great for any time of day and can include all your favorite loaded baked potato toppings. We always go with bacon, cheese, and chives. (via Brit + Co)
Hard Boiled Eggs without a Stove
Why make hard-boiled eggs in the Instant Pot? Because of the change in pressure, they’re a lot easier to peel than their traditionally-boiled counterparts, so you can spend more time eating your eggs and less time wrangling with tough shells. From there, chop them up into an egg salad or over toast for a simple dinner. (via Brit + Co)
Quick and Easy French Dip Sandwich
Our version of Pinterest’s most-pinned beginner Instant Pot recipe cooks tender chuck roast in nutty ghee, which we serve on buttered pretzel rolls with mild cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and leftover juices for dipping. We won't blame you if you're drooling right now. (via Brit + Co)
Instant Pot Carnitas
Pressure-cooker carnitas means you can decide you want tacos at 6 p.m. and sit down with a plate of Instant Pot pork goodness by 6:35 p.m. This flexible recipe has a flavorful base of pork shoulder, aromatic veggies, adobo sauce, and beer, but you can also get creative by adding your own combination of herbs and seasonings. (via Brit + Co)
Pot Roast in the Instant Pot
When you're dealing with something that sounds as complicated as pot roast, turning it into an Instant Pot recipe can make things a whole lot easier. We're big fans of this one for its hearty flavors. (via Culinary Hill)
Spaghetti Squash Beginner Instant Pot Recipe
Spaghetti squash is a nice alternative to pasta if you're trying to incorporate more low-carb recipes into your diet. Plus you aren't dealing with all the extra additives of a typical noodle. The actual cooking only takes around 20 minutes so it makes for a great quick dinner. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Salmon with Garlic Potatoes and Greens Instant Pot Recipe
A complete salmon dinner in under 30 minutes? Yes, please. This amazing crock pot recipe is so simple and includes all sides in one pot. Forget about multiple pots and pans, and enjoy this delectable dish that includes only four simple steps. (via Food Network)
Healthier Instant Pot Coq Au Vin
This famously day-long cooking project gets boiled down to just 30 minutes when you follow this beginner Instant Pot recipe for cold nights. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Instant Pot Sweet Soy Chicken Thighs
Our favorite part of this recipe is the sweet-meets-salty flavor from the soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar. It really can't be beat. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken
This recipe uses your favorite barbecue sauce, which means that you're almost guaranteed to love it. Serve it with tender Hawaiian rolls or some homemade pretzels. (via Cozy Cravings)
Instant Pot Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chowder
With some sweet corn, smoky chipotle peppers, cheddar, bacon, and a few other ingredients, you can have a bowl of corn chowder in less than one hour. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Apple Cobbler
Instant Pot recipes don't have to be savory if you don't want them to be. Granny smith apples, brown sugar, and oats come together the way that you would expect, but the secret to making this delicious recipe is adding caramel syrup as well. (via Cilantro Parsley)
Instant Pot Dandelion Greens With Caramelized Onions
You can eat these yummy greens on their own, or serve them up as a side to another dish for a whole new meal. Whichever method you pick, make sure you don't forget about the caramelized onions. Yum! (via Forks and Foliage)
Mashed Potatoes
Greek yogurt is one of our favorite breakfast foods, and it's also the key to getting your mashed potatoes extra smooth. The great thing about the Instant Pot is that while it's cooking, you can be preparing your other food, or cleaning up the dishes to save yourself time later. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Pumpkin Walnut Chili Instant Pot Recipe
This vegan chili is full of nuts, grains, and lots of yummy pumpkin. Thanks to the use of canned pumpkin, it doesn't have to be October to make this beginner Instant Pot recipe. (via Pinch Of Yum)
Steel Cut Oats
Need a filling breakfast? Look no further than this Instant Pot oatmeal! Use your favorite milk and coconut oil to make it creamy, and top with all your favorite berries, cinnamon sugar, or go for a banana + peanut butter + chocolate chip combo. Yum! (via Feel Good Foodie)
Instant Pot Risotto
This beginner Instant Pot recipe takes the hard labor and constant attention that traditional risotto requires. Good news is, it's still elegantly tasty for when you want to step dinner up a bit. (via Hello Little Home)
Gluten Free Instant Pot Lentil Stew
This Instant Pot stew recipe has winter written all over it. The easily-adaptable ingredients, a mix of meat and veggies, will supply you with a full, satisfied belly every time.(via Earthly Provisions)
Instant Pot Refried Beans
Making refried beans in the Instant Pot means they're not really fried at all, but this recipe still results in the same mushy texture you'd expect from the dish. Dress 'em up with cheese, avocado, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime for extra zest. (via Averie Cooks)
Instant Pot Butter Chicken
Spicy butter chicken makes for a romantic weeknight at-home date night. Serve with plenty of basmati rice for scooping up the addictive sauce, and enough slices of naan to literally wipe your plate clean. (via Brit + Co.)
Instant Pot Irish Cheddar Bacon Mac and Cheese
Perfect for St. Patrick's Day, but really anytime of year, this 20-minute Instant Pot mac and cheese uses Irish cheddar and mixes in Brussels sprouts for extra tetxure. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Pressure Cooker Ramen Soup
Authentic-tasting ramen can be hard to come by. The secret to making it yourself is homemade chicken broth, which the Instant Pot makes possible in under an hour. Sprinkle a few sheets of dried seaweed right on top, and you've got a bowl of the real deal. (via Steamy Kitchen)
Instant Pot Chicken Adobo
You’ll never think of chicken as boring once you’ve tasted this Filipino adobo, which is redolent with garlic, vinegar, and pepper. Serve with some raw veggies to add some different temperatures and textures. (via Savory Tooth)
Instant Pot Veggies
Dinner gets boring really quickly when you’re serving the same side dishes day after day. With just four ingredients and less than five minutes, you could have these veggies on the table, ready to accompany any main dish. Since all you have to do is throw everything in the pot, this is a beginner Instant Pot recipe for the books. (via 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking)
Instant Pot Dairy-Free Stroganoff
This one's for the lazy gals. If your pasta craving has grown too strong for words, make sure to prep this Instant Pot stroganoff ahead-of-time for easy savory snacking. (via Clean Cuisine)
Salmon With Chili-Lime Sauce
Eating healthy is a cinch with a pressure cooker. There are no time excuses, plus you have the advantage of using minimal to zero oil when cooking your protein, like this in this chili-lime salmon. (via Savory Tooth)
Instant Pot Italian Chicken Orzo
Orzo is great because it tastes exactly like pasta, but it's way easier to eat than pasta. And not only does this recipe taste good, but it looks good, too. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Coconut Rice
For a sweeter rice to pair with Indian or Thai dishes, this coconut rice steps in with the perfect flavor. (via Vikalinka)
Thai Chicken Rice Bowl
Put that sauté function on your Instant Pot to good use with this Thai-inspired rice bowl. Counteract the soft-cooked texture with crunchy peanuts and raw carrots to serve. We're obsessed. (via Wondermom Wannabe)
Bang Bang Pasta
If this Thai-American dish is a household favorite for delivery nights, then this beginner Instant Pot recipe will be invaluable. It'll be good to your taste buds and your wallet! (via Kirbie’s Cravings)
Pressure Cooker Beef Bourguignon
Your beef chuck roast will never come out tough or dry when you make it in the Instant Pot. Thank us later. (via Savory Tooth)
Instant Pot Chili Mac and Cheese
Chili + mac and cheese are two of our absolute favorite things, so this combo dish is a no-brainer. Especially since it's quick, too. (via Averie Cooks)
Instant Pot Thai Chicken Noodles
You don’t have to look much further for your perfect home-cooked meal. These restaurant-worthy Thai noodles are everything you’ve ever dreamed of, and they’ll be ready in just 15 minutes. (via 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking)
Easy Mac and Cheese Instant Pot Recipe
Say goodbye to powdery boxed macaroni and cheese and take the guesswork out of making it at home with this simple Instant Pot version. They're still just as creamy as your go-to stovetop version. (via 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking)
Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts
Thankfully, side dishes like these bacon-y Brussels sprouts aren’t immune to the power of the Instant Pot. Thank goodness! (via Savory Tooth)
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
This time- and money-saving one-pot chicken Alfredo uses only the Instant Pot so dirty dishes can be kept to a minimum. That way, it cuts your prep time and your cleanup time. (via No. 2 Pencil)
Sweet Potato Chili Instant Pot Recipe
Now that you have an Instant Pot, you’ll finally be able to make chili with the press of a button. The best part? It takes only 10 minutes but still tastes phenomenal. (via Wondermom Wannabe)
Instant Pot Chicken Pad Thai
With the Instant Pot, all you need to do is throw handfuls of all the ingredients in, and wait for the magic to happen. This pad thai meal has *all* the magic, trust us. (via The Girl On Bloor)
Restaurant-Style Chicken Tortellini
Keep your homemade Italian seasoning on hand, and you can make this authentic dish whenever your heart desires. Serve the finished chicken on tortellini with a creamy sauce, diced tomatoes, and basil. (via 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking)
Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Casserole
This ultra-creamy sweet potato recipe only gets betters when you top it with pecan streusel. We'll take two please. (via Sweet Peas and Saffron)
Instant Pot Chana Masala
Every spoonful of this tender chana masala is packed with spicy flavor, all the more reason to try this recipe out. (via The First Mess)
Instant Pot Carnitas
Use the slow-cooker setting on your Instant Pot for succulent, beer-braised pork shoulder. Doesn’t it look dang good in the center of that burrito bowl? Top with avocados, black beans, and pico de gallo for a complex flavor + texture + temperature combo. (via The Roasted Root)
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
A healthy dose of dried herbs and garlic powder help brighten up this chicken dish. It takes just 40 minutes to get it from the Instant Pot to your table. (via Savory Tooth)
Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce
In less than 15 minutes, you'll be able to sauté and pressure-cook your way to luscious tomato sauce. You'll never go back to the store-bought stuff again. (via 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking)
Easy Instant Pot Tomato Soup
When you're a tad under the weather, this beginner Instant Pot recipe comes to the rescue. It gets fully cooked in just 15 minutes! (via The Edgy Veg)
Italian Beef Stew
When simmered in the Instant Pot, cuts of beef become super tender. You'll fall in love with this recipe as the meat falls off the fork! (via Vikalinka)
Instant Pot Bone Broth
Make this Instant Pot bone broth to add to cozy soups and stews, or dip it on its own to reap the nutritional benefits. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Instant Pot Pesto Zuppa Toscana
Italian chicken sausage, potatoes, and kale are simmered in a lemony pesto broth that gets a squeeze of lemon and a touch of Parmesan and cream at the end. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Instant Pot Stuffed Cabbage
Sorry, Grandma, this stuffed cabbage is just as good as yours, but way easier. Bring it to all your family gatherings from here on out! (via Girl and The Kitchen)
Instant Pot Lo Mein
The Instant Pot is basically a takeout food-lover’s best friend. Enjoy cooking everything from perfectly tender noodles to veggies and cut your spending down. (via Kirbie’s Cravings)
Pork Lettuce Wraps
When all else fails, lettuce wraps are a great last-minute dinner that you can use to clean out your fridge. They also make for a great alternative to bread if you're on a low-carb or gluten-free diet. These happen to be full of nutrients and get a surprise texture from wheat berries. (via Sidewalk Shoes)
Instant Pot for Chicken Tortilla Soup
At once light and hearty, chicken tortilla soup is the meal you’ll crave when you want some comfort food that won’t make you need a nap afterward. (via The Seasoned Mom)
Vegan Curried Lentil Cauliflower Soup
This cauliflower and potatoes soup tastes creamy but has none of the dairy of the usual recipe. Delicious lentils give this robust recipe plenty of texture and protein and a little bit of lemon juice makes the flavors really pop. (via Vegetarian Gastronomy)
Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Your next Italian night is on us. This Instant Pot makes pasta easy-breezy! (via Whole And Heavenly Oven)
Instant Pot Crispy Carnitas With Chipotle Peach Salsa
Beer-braised pork is shredded and broiled in this easy carnitas recipe. Stuff into warm tortillas and top with peach salsa for 30-minute tacos. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Rutabaga Gratin Instant Pot Recipe
You won’t even know this vegan gratin is vegan — it’s that good! That means all those picky eaters in your house won't be able to tell the difference either. (via Full of Plants)
Instant Pot Coconut Lentil Curry
Serve this comforting curry with rice for an easy and absolutely delicious dinner, no matter which night of the week it is. (via Well Plated)
Vegan Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
This dairy-free recipe is the definition of healthy, comfort food. It tastes amazing and won't cause any flare-ups for anyone who has dietary restrictions. (via Two Peas and Their Pod)
Greek Chicken Recipe
Add some peppers and onions to make this Greek chicken better than ever. You can cook them all together in the Instant Pot, or add them to the plate raw. Either way, you're in for a treat. (via Wholesomelicious)
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