Creating amazing food one recipe at a time,

and making your favorites even better!

 

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.

 
 
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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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Quick Calabacitas Con Queso
Side Dishes, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Keto, Quick and Easy, Healthy, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe Side Dishes, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Keto, Quick and Easy, Healthy, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe

Quick Calabacitas Con Queso

Quick Calabacitas Con Queso is a quick and easy variation of an authentic Mexican side dish recipe. Zucchini squash is sautéed with garlic and spices, then simmered with tomatoes and diced chiles, and topped with jalapeno jack cheese. This cheesy & spicy side dish can be made mild or spicy (or vegan) according to your preference. My 5 ingredient recipe is keto friendly, quick to make, and can be served as a side dish or vegetarian main dish.

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Easy Roasted Zucchini
Side Dishes, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto, Quick and Easy, Healthy, Entertaining, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe Side Dishes, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto, Quick and Easy, Healthy, Entertaining, 5 Ingredients or Less Prep My Recipe

Easy Roasted Zucchini

Our Easy Roasted Zucchini recipe is as simple as it gets! This clean eating side dish recipe is quick and easy to prepare, and tastes delicious. The roasting process lightly browns the edges, and allows the zucchini to retain its fresh flavor. For an extra burst of freshness and saltiness, the zucchini is finished with a sprinkling of fresh lemon zest and a light dusting of sea salt flakes. Roasted in minutes, this 5-ingredient recipe is the perfect side dish for a quick weekday meal, or even when you are entertaining.

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