Buffalo Chickpea Stuffed Bell Peppers

I live for easy weeknight dinners. LIVE for them, I tell you. One of my summer goals is to make at least two weeknight meals that can be eaten over the course of two nights, so that I am having to cook half the time and can fully enjoy the warm weather. And stuffed peppers…

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10 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…

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Creamy White Bean Soup

This white bean soup is a simple, easy, and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights. And while the ingredient list is modest and mostly pantry staples, the soup packs a serious flavor (and nutritional!) punch. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different greens! I love kale, but the soup is also excellent with arugula, spinach,…

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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…

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Curried 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…

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15-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…

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Tomato 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…

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5-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.…

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Simple 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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Simple Summer Panzanella  

Chunks of bread, chunks of tomato, tangy dressing…what’s not to love?  In case you’re not familiar with its wonders, Panzanella is a Tuscan bread salad that’s usually made with dried bread tossed with ripe tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar. The bread gets saturated (but still retains a little crunch) with the tomato juices and dressing,…

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