Italian Sweet Potato Soup

It’s freezing here in Maine, friends. Which makes me so happy to share this soup with you right now. Kicked up with Italian herbs, it’s warming and satisfying but not the least bit heavy. Plus, what I love most about this soup is that you can dress it up any way you’d like. Don’t get…

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Kale, Clementine & Feta Salad

This salad is the holiday hero we need. Eggnog and cookies may get all the glory, but even the most indulgent holiday feast requires balance. Enter salad: the bright side dish you didn’t know you needed until that first refreshing bite. With its stunning good looks and bright tangy taste, it’s easy to see why…

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Creamy White Bean & Cauliflower Soup with Spinach

It’s officially the holiday season, friends! This time of year, I find that it’s easy to get wrapped up in holiday parties and festive events which can make prepping for weeknight meals fall by the wayside. Dinners can often end up being forgotten or just very sad. Which is why today, I share with you…

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Fettuccini with Kale, Caramelized Onions & Goat Cheese

The perfect meal for stress-free entertaining. Everyone knows that pasta and goat cheese are a fabulous duo and they certainly don’t disappoint in this recipe which by the way, requires only a few other ingredients. If you didn’t already know, it’s kale season and in this recipe, Tuscan kale adds beautiful color and texture. Caramelized…

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Lemon Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

I could eat this whole pan. So what’s my secret to making these Brussels sprouts so good? There are three. First, these babies are roasted. Roasted veggies are the best kind, right? Second, the Lemon Garlic Honey Dijon sauce. Once the sauce-coated Brussels hit the hot oven, magic happens. And third, the balsamic glaze. And…

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Simple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

A no-fuss make-ahead Thanksgiving appetizer. I’m so pleased to report that I have been crushing it this past weekend trying new recipes for our Thanksgiving spread. Don’t worry, I plan to share all of them with you as we count down the days. Today, I want to talk with you about the importance of a…

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Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato & Quinoa Salad

I’m prepping for Thanksgiving. In part because I love food, but primarily because any holiday that doesn’t require trips to the mall, costumes and/or hours spent on Amazon, is all right by me. Therefore, during the upcoming weeks I plan to experiment with recipes in order to fine-tune a menu worthy of being devoted to…

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

Put down the candy corn, friends. Halloween candy is everywhere from supermarkets to office reception desks these days. Avoiding the temptation can be tricky, which is why I strongly urge you to make these Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars. When the sugar cravings hit, you can indulge your sweet-tooth without scaring your waistline. Relax, my…

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Pumpkin Chipotle Chili

A full-on flavored meal. I’m pleased to report that this chili is a weeknight wonder. In addition to being incredibly filling and delicious, Pumpkin Chipotle Chili is a simple one-pot meal. After chopping onions & peppers, you just throw everything in a pot on the stove and let it works its magic. You could also…

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Roasted Butternut Squash Pesto Pasta

It’s October. By this time, I have typically made stews or a soups, whipped up at least a batch or two of apple baked goods. But this year, it’s been very slow because the weather lately has been summer like (no complaints here). I feel as though this is the perfect transitional dish to close…

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