Recipes
3 Last-Minute Holiday Side Dishes!
Looking for last minute side dishes that are anything but boring? From a Festive Green Salad, Roasted Butternut Squash to Peppermint Dark Chocolate Popcorn, I’ve rounded up three of my favorite Christmas side dishes, all of which are simple, easy, and super delicious. Enjoy! My Go-To Holiday Salad A vibrantly beautiful salad that’s truly fit…
Read More3 Delicious Thanksgiving Sides!
Thanksgiving is here, and the people have spoken. Please don’t pass the yams this Thanksgiving. This is according to a survey from polls conducted on more than 5,000 American adults in October 2021. So what do Americans wish weren’t on their Thanksgiving plates? According to the results from the survey, these are among the worst Thanksgiving…
Read MoreHarvest Kale Salad with Maple Balsamic Dressing
Thanksgiving is almost here! And while salad isn’t probably what gets you excited about the holiday, this one… just might. The finely chopped greens are incredibly tender (versus tough and chewy) and subtly dressed with balsamic vinegar, olive oil and a hint of garlic. The sweetness of dried cranberries balances the bitterness of the kale,…
Read MoreFall Pasta with Mushrooms & Spinach
Everyone needs a good fall pasta recipe in their back pocket. This garlicky mushroom pasta is a favorite dish from my time spent living in Italy and it’s just perfect this time of year. This recipe is restaurant style and quality, but made with everyday ingredients. It’s packed with juicy, golden brown mushrooms and spinach,…
Read MoreCurried Butternut Squash Soup
A savory, simple soup that’s perfect for chilly weather. This definitely isn’t your run-of-the mill butternut squash soup, friends. The addition of fragrant curry, warming cinnamon and creamy coconut milk gives this one-pot wonder a unique sweet and spicy profile with a luxurious, silky texture. And it just so happens to be vegan, gluten-free, and…
Read More15-Minute Garlic Sesame Noodles
I love 15-minute style meals. I mean, who doesn’t? These easy garlic sesame noodles are without a doubt my favorite noodle recipe to date. They require just a few ingredients, can be made gluten-free and they can be eaten hot or cold. Everything is balanced, without a single ingredient jumping out or screaming loudly. Sometimes…
Read MoreTomato Stewed Zucchini with White Beans
Are you looking to crush an easy weeknight meal? I’m thrilled to introduce you to this stew which has become my go-to dinner. Zucchini gets sautéed with garlicky olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and stewed until just tender, the zucchini shines on it’s own—simply prepared fresh produce is a beautiful thing—but a special kind…
Read More5-Ingredient Energy Bars
These bars, in a word, delightful. Everyone knows bars are the best for on the go snacking, but this one is off-the-charts amazing, and it’s ridiculously easy to pull-off. All you have to do is toss a mixture of banana, oats, walnuts, peanut butter, with some chocolate chips and just the right amount of cinnamon.…
Read MoreSimple Summer Gazpacho
I took my first sip of this chilled soup and was immediately hooked! Crisp veggies, chopped garlic, and a drizzle of oil and fresh lemon juice whiz together in a food processor or blender, and the result is a delicious, cool, no-cook meal perfect for dishing into big bowls or serving as appetizer-sized shooters. It’s…
Read MoreCowboy Caviar
Super fresh and vibrant! Cowboy Caviar combines two types of beans, colorful summer vegetables, and a sweet and tangy lime dressing for a bold and versatile dish that you’ll find yourself making over and over this summer. Ready in less than 20 minutes and can be made in advance. It has become a go-to healthy…
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