Recipes
Bacon Pea Salad
There’s just something super nostalgic about bacon pea salad. It reminds me of being a kid and making this and macaroni salad on a hot summer day. My dad would…
Banana Walnut Pancakes
I love pancakes and waffles. I know you’re supposed to have a favorite between the two, but I love them equally, and for different reasons. Pancakes are fluffy, soft, nostalgic…
Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Topping
Nothing screams comfort food like a piping hot casserole dish filled with a savory beef and veggie filling and a smooth, creamy sweet potato topping. It’s time for Shepherd’s pie.…
Mexican-Style Egg Cups
I’m always looking for ways to get veggies into my diet, not only as a side dish or in a salad, but incorporate them into meals I already cook. That…
Blueberry Crumble Muffins
It’s officially a new year, and many of us are looking for ways to become healthier in 2020 – that’s great! There are endless articles and blogs out there about…
Sweet Potato Waffles
I am a huge breakfast fan, and while I’m normally on team savory, once in awhile I enjoy something like these sweet potato waffles that are a hint sweet. I…
Curry Chickpea Salad Lettuce Cups
This curry chickpea salad is packed with flavor from the curry powder, lime juice, yogurt and cilantro. And when folded with crispy and spicy veggies and tucked into bright green…
Sesame Ginger Glazed Tofu Bowls
Tofu can be a bit intimidating to work with and try if you’re a newbie. But the great news – tofu is actually super easy to work with and takes…
Black Pepper Rosemary Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat that has about 29 grams of protein per serving and only 4 grams of fat! When paired with a green salad and…
Dark Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
One of my favorite easy chocolatey treats to enjoy on Valentine’s Day are dark chocolate-covered strawberries. They’re so easy to make and are much less expensive to whip up than…
Pumpkin Pie Parfaits
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I think we can all agree that pumpkin pie is a MUST on the holiday table. I look forward to it every single…
Dark Chocolate Mug Cake
Many of us are looking for something sweet to eat on Valentine’s day – especially chocolate – and this mug cake is the perfect solution. It’s fast and easy to…
Global Food in Five: Grilled Caesar Chicken Breasts
Summer is in full swing and I am loving all of the grilling recipes! One of my latest faves is this recipe for grilled Caesar chicken breasts. The dressing/marinade is…
Whole Wheat Pesto Pasta
This whole wheat pesto pasta is probably one of my favorite things to cook. It requires a few simple ingredients that provide immense flavor. Lemon, basil, garlic, olive oil –…
Cheesy Polenta with Shrimp
Talk about comfort food! This cheesy polenta with shrimp hits all of the right notes – the polenta is creamy and cozy, the shrimp has a beautiful olive oil flavor…
Tomato Herb Omelet
Omelets are perhaps one of the most versatile breakfast dishes out there. You can put (almost) anything inside of an omelet and they make the perfect base for a high…
Bacon Pea Salad
There’s just something super nostalgic about bacon pea salad. It reminds me of being a kid and making this and macaroni salad on a hot summer day. My dad would…
Cheesy Polenta with Shrimp
Talk about comfort food! This cheesy polenta with shrimp hits all of the right notes – the polenta is creamy and cozy, the shrimp has a beautiful olive oil flavor…
Tomato Herb Omelet
Omelets are perhaps one of the most versatile breakfast dishes out there. You can put (almost) anything inside of an omelet and they make the perfect base for a high…
Global Food in Five: Grilled Caesar Chicken Breasts
Summer is in full swing and I am loving all of the grilling recipes! One of my latest faves is this recipe for grilled Caesar chicken breasts. The dressing/marinade is…
Bacon Pea Salad
There’s just something super nostalgic about bacon pea salad. It reminds me of being a kid and making this and macaroni salad on a hot summer day. My dad would…
Lemony Broccoli Pasta Salad
We are heading into the summer season in just a few short weeks, so I’m thinking about side dishes and light salads I can throw together for camping, potlucks and…
Whole Wheat Pesto Pasta
This whole wheat pesto pasta is probably one of my favorite things to cook. It requires a few simple ingredients that provide immense flavor. Lemon, basil, garlic, olive oil –…
Lightened-Up Beef Stroganoff
Behold the ultimate one pot comfort food recipe that will help keep us warm during these cold winter months. This is a dish that many of you have requested, so…
Bacon Pea Salad
There’s just something super nostalgic about bacon pea salad. It reminds me of being a kid and making this and macaroni salad on a hot summer day. My dad would…
Lemony Broccoli Pasta Salad
We are heading into the summer season in just a few short weeks, so I’m thinking about side dishes and light salads I can throw together for camping, potlucks and…
Brussels Sprouts Cranberry Salad
Can I interest you in a festive salad that goes perfectly with any holiday meal but is easy enough to make on a weeknight? I thought so! This Brussels sprouts…
Sheet Pan Cod & Potatoes
We’ve all been there. It’s 5pm and we’re all just getting home with no plan for dinner. We want something nourishing and balanced that’s easy to make and cooks quickly.…
Grilled Scallops with Salsa Verde
Cooking fish and seafood can often seem intimidating, but I’ve got a fool proof method for cooking THE BEST grilled scallops! They’re fast, easy and melt-in-your-mouth, so go ahead and…
Sauteed Cod with Peach Avocado Salad
Peaches! One of my very favorite fruits of summer. And while I usually eat them by the bushel or in a light dessert, it’s also fun to use them in…
Bacon Pea Salad
There’s just something super nostalgic about bacon pea salad. It reminds me of being a kid and making this and macaroni salad on a hot summer day. My dad would…
Lemony Broccoli Pasta Salad
We are heading into the summer season in just a few short weeks, so I’m thinking about side dishes and light salads I can throw together for camping, potlucks and…
Creamy Asparagus Soup
What better way to celebrate spring than with a big bowl of creamy asparagus soup? And what I love about this soup is it’s a much lighter take on the…
Antipasto Skewers
Looking for a quick and easy appetizer to help ring in the new year?! Even though most of us are staying home this year, it’s still fun to put together…
Broccoli Cheddar Tots
Most of us are looking for fun ways to serve veggies to the kiddos (and even the adults!), so look no further than these broccoli tots! The base of these…
Zucchini Quick Bread
What more could you ask for when it comes to summer baking? A loaf, fresh out of the oven, of Zucchini Quick Bread is really all we need. Typical quick…
Creamy Asparagus Soup
What better way to celebrate spring than with a big bowl of creamy asparagus soup? And what I love about this soup is it’s a much lighter take on the…
Slow Cooker Potato Soup
It’s a new year and many of us are looking for ways to lighten up our meals and incorporate more whole, nutritious ingredients into our recipes. While this is a…
Turkey Sausage & White Bean Soup
It’s soup season! I mean, in my world, it’s always soup season, but if we were going to make something official, I think we can say October is PRIME soup…
Tomato Herb Omelet
Omelets are perhaps one of the most versatile breakfast dishes out there. You can put (almost) anything inside of an omelet and they make the perfect base for a high…
Banana Walnut Pancakes
I love pancakes and waffles. I know you’re supposed to have a favorite between the two, but I love them equally, and for different reasons. Pancakes are fluffy, soft, nostalgic…
Lemony Broccoli Pasta Salad
We are heading into the summer season in just a few short weeks, so I’m thinking about side dishes and light salads I can throw together for camping, potlucks and…