Roasted Butternut Squash Kale Salad!

Friends, autumn is upon us and this Butternut Squash Kale Salad is going to be on repeat all season long. It’s filling and satisfying thanks to the roasted squash. The kale brings the bulk, the pepitas bring the crunch and the goat cheese is so tangy and creamy! A few other reasons to love this recipe! Quick and…

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Creamy White Bean & Orzo Soup with Pesto

Perfect for cold nights. This soup comes together in under half an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights and/or stress-free casual entertaining.  And you only need a few key ingredients for this recipe – garlic + onions for the base (I pretty much never cook without these two), vegetable broth (extra points if yours…

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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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Harvest 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,…

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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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Sun Dried Tomato, Kale, and White Bean Skillet

I’m really grateful for this skillet meal, which is the ultimate cozy dinner. I’ve been making some version of beans and greens for dinner the past week, but this super simple sun-dried tomato and white bean version has quickly become my all-time favorite. I almost always have all of the (very basic) ingredients on hand,…

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Kale Salad With Brussels Sprouts, Apples & Maple Walnuts

Nowadays, kale salad gets knocked as cliché and overexposed. But when I first started making this recipe for a Thanksgiving menu years ago, it made perfect sense. The basic formula—thinly shredded kale and Brussels sprouts, pungent dressing, savory cheese, and crunchy nuts—makes a refreshing option on plates piled high with stuffing, gravy and sweet potatoes.…

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Cheesy Cauliflower Soup with Kale Pesto

Ultra creamy and so easy. This one-pot recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of a traditional creamy soup without the gut-busting consequences. Better yet, it involves only a handful of ingredients, is virtually impossible to mess up, and happens to look quite gorgeous for soup. A weeknight staple. But it’s the toppings that elevate each…

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Orange, Avocado and Kale Quinoa Salad

So.  Many.  Good.  Things. Not a lot of people realize this, but winter is actually an amazing time for salads. Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you don’t have access to excellent, fresh produce. In fact, things like citrus, kale, and root vegetables are at their best from December to March. Plus, there’s usually…

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Pan-Fried White Beans with Walnuts & Kale

Crispy white beans are like a big hug for your taste buds. Friends, this insanely delicious recipe is packed with outstanding health benefits. Between the walnuts, kale and beans, it’s extremely high in fiber, antioxidants, and essential vitamins and minerals. Better still, this one-skillet wonder is made with mostly pantry ingredients, requires about 15 minutes…

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