Posts Tagged ‘basil’
Lemon Basil Pasta Salad!
Pasta salads and summer just go together in my book. But then add some fresh basil, a squeeze of lemon and a healthy dose of Parmesan cheese and you have a meal that is quick enough for a weeknight dinner, but tastes special enough to share with friends at picnics and barbecues! Even better? It’s ready in…
Read More3 Simple Sides For Your Labor Day BBQ!
I love holiday weekends and Labor Day is one of my favorites! It means barbecues, picnics, potlucks and parties and it’s a time to celebrate with friends and family and enjoy the “end of summer” sunny weather with lots of mouth-watering and deliciously healthy food. But what it really means is you get to head…
Read More3 Delicious Father’s Day Side Dishes!
Luckily, Father’s Day falls in the middle of June every year — June 18 this year, to be exact— which means it’s the perfect time to fire up the grill and spend some quality time outdoors in the beautiful almost-summer weather! And while it’s a known fact that most dads love to throw down a…
Read More3 Memorial Day Side Dishes!
Summer is coming. For those of you planning to do some holiday weekend hosting, I’ve rounded up three of my favorite warm weather eats for your feasting pleasure. There’s a little something for everyone, and I promise each of these recipes will lead to all types of compliments and general swooning. Happy grilling, friends! Lemon…
Read More2 Bright & Fresh Spring Salads!
With the amazing produce spring brings, one of the best ways to enjoy it is in a fresh salad! From peas to leafy greens to asparagus, here are two great recipes for tossing together all your seasonal favorites. Simple, bright, and delicious. Spring Quinoa Salad with Peas and Lemon Feta Vinaigrette A salad like this…
Read More3 Delicious St. Patricks Day Recipes!
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Everyone’s Irish today, right?! Even if you don’t have a drop of Irish in your blood, this holiday is always a fun one to celebrate just because. One of the best things about any holiday is, of course, the food. Because, what would a celebration be without the “eat, drink and…
Read More15-Minute Caprese Naan Pizza
This is the kind of meal I plan to enjoy all summer long. It’s not fussy, it’s simple to make, and it tastes delicious. Naan bread gets topped with fresh mozzarella, juicy ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and when paired with a simple green salad it makes for a quick, yet impressive meal. Pizza night has…
Read More10 Minute Artichoke & White Bean Toast
In all seriousness, this is very good toast. And I know because my family loves toast. At least 50% of their breakfast and lunch are some form of toast, and they usually fall into two categories: avocado or bean spread (i.e. hummus, white bean, etc.). There’s not much variation in our avocado smash (why mess…
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 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…
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