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Welcome to Prep My Recipe!
I am a multicultural Southern California native with a lifelong passion for all cuisines. A retired corporate executive, now loving life as a recipe developer and food blogger.
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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Lively Raspberry Lemonade
Tart lemons and succulent fresh raspberries are blended to give this Lively Raspberry Lemonade its vibrant color and bold flavor. Sweetened with agave nectar (sugar or stevia), this festive drink awakens your taste buds with the first sip. Using only 4 ingredients, this thirst quenching drink recipe can even be made keto friendly, and takes only a few minutes to prepare. Make it ahead of time, and get ready for a burst of fresh flavor with this twist on the classic lemonade!
Golden Milk Latte
This warm and cozy Golden Milk Latte is made of a delightful blend of coconut milk (or almond milk), turmeric, a variety of spices, vanilla, and sweetened with pure maple syrup (or honey). Also known as a turmeric latte, this wonderful beverage uses two secret ingredients to not only make it healthy but delicious. This golden milk recipe is plant based and can be enjoyed either hot or cold. It can even be made keto friendly! Treat yourself to a cup and savor every sip of this spiced golden beverage.
Cosmopolitan
This classic Cosmopolitan cocktail is the perfect cocktail for the holiday season! Between its vibrant ruby red color, and the balance of tart, citrusy, and slightly sweet flavors, this iconic concoction will elevate any gathering. Made with 100% pure cranberry juice, a hint of sweetness from simple syrup, a splash of zesty fresh lime juice, the orange flavor of Cointreau, and crisp vodka, this Cosmo is a wonderful way to kick off your evening festivities.
Apple Cranberry Smoothie
Celebrate the flavors of the season with my vibrant Apple Cranberry Smoothie recipe! Packed full of fall flavors, like crisp apple, tart fresh cranberries, creamy Greek yogurt, rich almond butter, and a dash of warm spices, this smoothie is truly a seasonal delight that you’ll want to make all year round. Sweetened with a hint of vanilla and a touch of honey (or agave), this delicious breakfast smoothie will literally make your taste buds dance!
Bright Blueberry Gin Cocktail
This beautifully Bright Blueberry Gin Cocktail is as refreshing as it is visually stunning! This easy gin cocktail recipe uses only 4 ingredients. Fresh lemon juice, Blueberry Simple Syrup, club soda, and Empress gin, are all layered to create a gorgeous cocktail, then it’s garnished with a sprig of fresh mint and plump, ripe blueberries. Once stirred, enjoy the color transformation of this impressive libation. Can easily be made keto friendly!
Caramel Apple Protein Shake
If you like caramel apples, then you will love the flavor of this Caramel Apple Protein Shake recipe! This 5 ingredient protein shake is plant-based & dairy-free, and is a delicious and healthy meal replacement that is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Low in sugar and calories, high in fiber and protein, and rich in superfood nutrients and probiotics, this easy on-the-go meal is a great way to start your day, or keep it going!
Forbidden Apple Cocktail
This Forbidden Apple Cocktail for two is sinfully delicious, and so easy to drink. It’s a delightful autumn cocktail that combines the smoothness of vodka, the sweet crispness of apple juice, a hint of lemon juice, the warmth of cinnamon, and a touch of pure maple syrup. Although the first sips may taste deceptively juicy, be forewarned…this is a serious cocktail that will sneak up on you when you least expect it!
Healthy Peach Crumble Smoothie
This Healthy Peach Crumble Smoothie is a scrumptious way to kickstart your day. Filled with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this delicious peach smoothie is the perfect way to nourish your body without sacrificing flavor. Wholesome ingredients like fresh peaches, Greek yogurt, old fashioned oats, spices, pecans, and pure maple syrup combine to make a healthy breakfast will give you energy all morning. Can easily be made vegan & dairy free!
Peachy Bourbon Cocktail
Enjoy peach season all year round with this Peachy Bourbon Cocktail. This simple and delicious cocktail combines the rich, smoky notes of bourbon with the luscious sweetness of peaches. This quick and easy cocktail recipe is made with bourbon, peach juice, lemon, and agave. Topped with a splash of club soda, this refreshing cocktail recipe is a keeper and tastes like summer in a glass!
Cinnamon Dalgona Espresso (Whipped Coffee)
Elevate your coffee game with a little spice and the luxurious texture of whipped coffee! My Cinnamon Dalgona Espresso (Whipped Coffee) is made with fresh espresso and a hint of cinnamon. This iced whipped coffee recipe has better flavor than standard Dalgona recipes, which are traditionally made with instant coffee. So thick and creamy, this espresso coffee drink can be made iced or hot and is sure to tantalize your taste buds and awaken your senses.
Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade
Quench your thirst this summer with my Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade. With the perfect blend of tangy fresh lemon juice and luscious blueberries, this fizzy twist on traditional lemonade is not only visually stunning but it’s so refreshing! Made with my Blueberry Simple Syrup, this sparkling lemonade recipe uses only 3 ingredients. Whether you make it for one or for a crowd, it’s a fun way to stay hydrated at your next summer gathering!
Blueberry Simple Syrup and Topping
This Blueberry Simple Syrup is bursting with the sweetness of fresh, plump blueberries. This quick and easy 2 ingredient simple syrup is a 2-in-1 recipe! The byproduct of this tasty simple syrup is a delicious blueberry topping that is terrific on breakfast items, yogurt, ricotta toast, ice cream, and more. The blueberry syrup can be used on so many things, including pancakes, waffles, pastries, and dessert items, and it’s absolutely amazing in cocktails and drinks!
Blueberry Boost Matcha Smoothie
This Blueberry Boost Matcha Smoothie is enriched with the natural goodness of wild blueberries and matcha powder. Packed with so many antioxidants and essential nutrients, this smoothie recipe is a delightful way to energize your body and start your day. Even if you do not enjoy matcha, I think you will love this wild blueberry smoothie!
Mellow Out Mocktail
Unwind with this delightful Mellow Out Mocktail. Its tart and sweet flavor will have you hooked on the first sip, and leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. With 4 tasty and good-for-you ingredients, there is no reason not to try this quick and easy drink recipe. Red tart cherry juice is known to reduce muscle soreness and improve sleep quality. Prebiotic soda, fresh lime juice, and the secret ingredient are all great for gut health. It’s so good, you might just make this sleepytime mocktail on a regular basis!
Sparkling Pineapple Mocktail
This delightful Sparkling Pineapple Mocktail is reminiscent of the flavors of a pineapple margarita, without the alcohol. This refreshing concoction is bursting with the juicy goodness of fresh pineapple, a little lime, some orange, a hint of sweetness from my Pineapple Simple Syrup, and a touch of fizz. With all the fresh ingredients, it’s the perfect non-alcoholic treat for the summer season!
Limonada (Brazilian Lemonade)
Quench your thirst and transport your taste buds to the sunny beaches of Brazil with every sip of this Limonada (Brazilian Lemonade). This authentic Brazilian lemonade recipe is made with only 3 ingredients, and is ready to enjoy in about 5 minutes. If you love just a touch of sweetness combined with the tanginess of fresh lime juice, then this light, refreshing, and frothy non-alcoholic drink will leave you coming back for more. It’s the ultimate thirst quencher for hot summer days!
Fresh Pineapple Jalapeño Margaritas
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with my Fresh Pineapple Jalapeño Margaritas recipe! This refreshing twist on the classic margarita combines the tropical sweetness of fresh pineapple with a fiery kick of jalapeños. The result? A cocktail that is sweet and spicy, and bursting with flavor. This is the perfect cocktail for those who like their drinks with a little extra heat!
Strawberry Negroni
My Strawberry Negroni recipe is a fresh twist on the classic Negroni cocktail. This cocktail recipe combines the sophistication of gin, sweet vermouth, and my Strawberry Infused Campari, which adds a very subtle flavor to this cocktail’s signature bitterness. It is the perfect apéritif to any spring or summer evening meal. A quick and easy cocktail recipe!
Strawberry Infused Campari
If you enjoy a Negroni cocktail, then I think you will love this Strawberry Infused Campari. Fresh strawberries impart a hint of fruitiness to the otherwise bitter taste of Campari, giving this bitter Italian liqueur a slightly softer flavor. This small batch 2-ingredient recipe takes almost no time to prepare and can be made ahead of time, which is great for entertaining. Originally created as a special liqueur for my Strawberry Negroni cocktail, this Strawberry Infused Campari can also be used in many other cocktails.
Tropical Dragon Fruit Smoothie (Non-Dairy)
My Tropical Dragon Fruit Smoothie is filled with fresh and fruity ingredients. Pink pitaya (dragon fruit) gives this smoothie its gorgeous color, but it's fresh pineapple, banana, and coconut milk that give this non-dairy drink its sweetness and tropical flavor. This easy 5-ingredient recipe can be made in less than 5 minutes!