Tender Beef Curry Stew with Coconut Rice
Tender Beef Curry Stew with Coconut Rice This Beef Curry Stew is next-level comfort food. The beef turns incredibly tender, and the sauce is rich, bold, and layered with heat. Grab a big bowl—and definitely grab some gluten-free naan—because you’ll want every drop of this sauce. Bold Curry Flavor, Perfect Heat I love a good […]
Sesame Charred Broccolini with Peanut Sauce
Sesame Charred Broccolini with Creamy Peanut Sauce Take a look at this beauty. Sesame charred broccolini with peanut sauce might be the best vegetarian side dish ever. It’s simple, bold, and packed with flavor. I love peanut butter, especially when it transforms into a creamy, savory peanut sauce. Pair it with broccolini—the cooler, more elegant […]
Honey Roasted Cinnamon Banana Bread
Honey Cinnamon Gluten Free Banana Bread The BEST Gluten Free Banana Bread (Truly) This Honey Roasted Cinnamon Banana Bread is—without exaggeration—the BEST gluten free banana bread you’re ever going to make. Yes, I said it. And yes, it’s true. This loaf is incredibly moist, warmly spiced, and naturally sweet without a speck of processed sugar. […]
My Favorite Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup
My Favorite Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup What’s not to love about a bowl of roasted tomato and basil soup? It’s simple, cozy, and made completely from scratch — the kind of homemade soup that tastes like comfort in every spoonful. This version is packed with the richness of roasted tomatoes, caramelized garlic, and tender […]
Classic Baked Glazed Pumpkin & Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Classic Baked Pumpkin & Cinnamon Sugar Glazed Donuts The Ultimate Fall Donut Recipe. If this picture doesn’t stop you in your tracks… it should. These baked pumpkin donuts really are that good. Every bite tastes like fall thanks to warm spices, real pumpkin, and that irresistible cinnamon sugar glaze. I’ll be making these on repeat […]
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon Skillet
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon Skillet Gluten free Dairy Free paleo This Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon brings all the love without any heaviness. Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets rest in a silky, flavorful sauce made with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, broth, and unsweetened coconut milk for that luscious, dairy-free creaminess. Fresh parsley and a touch of garlic bring […]
One Pan Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach
One Pan Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach Gluten free | Dairy Free | Paleo A Healthy, Creamy Chicken Dinner Without the Dairy If you’ve been craving something rich, comforting, and creamy — without the heavy dairy — this One Pan Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach is about to become your new weeknight favorite. […]
Egg Roll Stir Fry with Pork
Egg Roll Stir Fry with Pork This egg roll stir fry with pork is everything you love about an egg roll—but without the work. It’s fast, flavorful, and unbelievably simple. Even better, it’s ready in under 10 minutes, making it one of my go-to quick weeknight dinners. Tender ground pork cooks perfectly with tamari, sesame […]
10 Garlic Clove Chicken
10 Garlic Clove Chicken My love for roast chicken continues—and this recipe is officially in first place. This 10 garlic clove chicken is rich, comforting, and unbelievably flavorful. The silky sauce made with wine, butter, and olive oil coats every bite. And the garlic? Ten whole cloves bring deep, aromatic flavor that makes this dish […]
Weeknight Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps Your New Weeknight Favorite When you asked for more easy weeknight dinner ideas that don’t take forever, these Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps were the first to come to mind. They’re fresh, fast, and always a crowd pleaser. Tender ground beef cooks quickly with garlic, ginger, and as many red pepper flakes […]
Firecracker Salmon Bowls
Firecracker Salmon Bowls Heck yes—this dish is incredible. These Firecracker Salmon Bowls are bold, spicy, and surprisingly simple. The entire meal uses high-quality ingredients and a sauce that truly takes 10 seconds to whisk together. It’s fast, flavorful, and ideal for busy days. This recipe is especially perfect for summer. It brings the heat yet […]
Quick and Smoky Jicama Tacos
Quick and Smoky Jicama Tacos Look no further for your next vegetarian taco recipe. This has it ALL. Crunchy jicama loaded with spices, fresh tomatoes and avocado with charred tortillas and lime cream. Top it off with freshly roasted corn, cilantro and jalapenos. It is simple, fresh and makes for a great taco. Other ways […]
Beef Enchilada Tater Tot Bake
Beef Enchilada Tater Tot Bake If you love bold, cozy comfort food, this Beef Enchilada Tater Tot Bake is your new favorite one-pan dinner. It’s loaded with tender beef, peppers, black beans, and plenty of cheese. Then everything gets topped with crispy tater tots for the ultimate finish. It’s simple, fun, and perfect for busy […]
Salsa Braised Chicken Thighs
Salsa Braised Chicken Thighs ELooking for a quick and easy chicken recipe that doesn’t require a pile of dishes or a long list of ingredients? These Salsa Braised Chicken Thighs are exactly what you need. This simple yet gourmet weeknight dinner is packed with flavor, requires minimal prep, and comes together beautifully in under an […]
Chicken Peanut Satay Arugula Salad
Chicken Peanut Satay + Arugula Salad This Chicken Peanut Satay Arugula Salad is a big flavor recipe. Spicy. Sweet. Fresh. Crunchy. If you love anything peanut-based, you will fall hard for this dish. The chicken gets an incredible flavor boost from a bold marinade. After a quick grill, the skewers are drizzled with a creamy, […]
Sweet Potato + Chorizo Hash
Sweet Potato + Chorizo Hash Tender bites of sweet potato, zucchini and all the chorizo I can handle. Simply spiced with smoked paprika, garlic and onion powder. Serve with an easy scrambled or fried egg (poached for extra points) and top with the fastest guacamole around. I love how rustic this dish is, how the colors […]
Honey Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Thyme
Honey Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Thyme These Honey Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Thyme are simple, bold, and surprisingly elegant. Thick-cut bacon, sweet carrots, and a touch of honey come together to create the perfect balance of salty, savory, and lightly sweet. It’s a side dish that looks fancy but takes very little effort. Simple Ingredients, Big Flavor […]
Not the Tik Tok
Green Goddess Salad
Not the Tik Tok Green Goddess Salad Calling all Green Goddess Fans and Non fans…because I’ll convert you. The dressing alone is fantastic. Creamy, filled with herbs, garlic and coconut cream – It’s ranch dressings sister – and might be better. What takes this salad over top is the goat cheese, parsley leaves and crisp […]
Crispy Sesame Crusted Chicken + Simple Slaw
Crispy Sesame Crusted Chicken + Simple Slaw Give me all the crispy baked chicken – it’s like fried chicken but without all the added grease. Slice thinly so you can dip into an easy house made sauce. Add a simple crunchy slaw for something green and it’s a healthy flavorful meal. Weeknight crispy crusted chicken […]
Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary Garlic Butter
Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary Garlic Butter Anything with herb garlic butter is calling my name. The sweet potatoes are just a bonus. Ha, but seriously the tender and creamy sweet potatoes with crispy outside all covered with rosemary, parsley, garlic, black pepper and BUTTER. What could be better? More. Besides eating a pile of […]
Cacao + Almond Butter Oat Bites
Cacao + Almond Butter Oat Bites The Secret’s Out: My Perfect Oat Bites My secret is officially out — I’ve been keeping this recipe for Cacao and Almond Butter Oat Bites to myself for too long. You might find similar protein bites online (there are so many protein bites recipes), but after tweaking and testing […]
Paleo Beef Stroganoff — Healthy Comfort in a Bowl
Paleo Beef Stroganoff Paleo Comfort Food at Its Best Please try this recipe — because who doesn’t love a bowl full of creamy, hearty comfort food? This Paleo Beef Stroganoff has all the cozy flavors of the classic, but without the dairy or gluten. Trust me, you won’t even miss them! The sauce is what […]
Saucy Ginger Beef Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Saucy Ginger Beef Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Let all your Paleo dreams come true with this simple yet powerful dish. The best tender roasted sweet potatoes with sauce covered beef with all the garlic and ginger you can handle. Top it with a quick cucumber salad with fresh mint. The combination of flavors – well, they […]
Paleo General Tso Chicken + Cauliflower Stir Fry
Paleo General Tso Chicken + Cauliflower Stir Fry Mouthwatering good. A delicious sauce coats the chicken and cauliflower pieces – which are crispy brown and tender inside. Top it all with fresh red pepper, scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice or extra cauliflower. It’s really that good. All these delicious week night meals. Just […]
Quick Gluten Free Moo Shu Pork Stir Fry
Quick Gluten Free Moo Shu Pork Stir Fry paleo | gluten free | dairy free 15 minutes until dinner time! Yes, you read that right. Once that sauce is stirred together – that will take 30 seconds to shake it up or whisk it together. Heat that pan up on high heat to sear the […]
Paleo Thai Turkey Burgers
Paleo Thai Turkey Burgers PALEO | GLUTEN FREE | DAIRY FREE Winter weather doesn’t mean you are stuck with meat and potatoes, roasted veggies, slow cooked meals and mashed potatoes. Don’t worry I have lots of those recipes. Just sometimes you need to change things up and have a burger…that you can cook in your […]
Simple Pork Green Chile Soup
Simple Pork Green Chile Soup True story. I made this once. I knew it was going to be a winner (which is was) but then I came back to make it a second time and decided it needed LESS ingredients. So I made it again. And it turned out better. The End. Pro tip/side note. […]
Skillet Mexican Spiced Chicken + Rice
Mexican Spiced Skillet Chicken + Rice How good does this look? and it tastes good too! Charred and smoky chicken with all the spices cooked in saucy rice with all the peppers, garlic and cilantro. Love the layers of textures and flavors in this dish. It’s simple for a quick weeknight meal and fancy for […]
Instant Pot Crispy Beef with Red Peppers + Onions
Instant Pot Crispy Beef with Red Peppers + Onions Are you needing a mouthwatering, easy beef recipe? Well, here it is. I love that Instant Pot’s can do so much. I use the saute setting on high to sear these boneless beef short ribs up very nicely – like 15 minutes per side. And then […]
Creamy French Mustard Herb Chicken
Creamy French Mustard Herb Chicken Oh my gosh, no more boring chicken. Its tender and moist and that sauce is so good. It’s unexpected in all the right ways. Tangy, salty, herby and coats the chicken perfectly. The spinach, parsley, garlic and shallots…and sherry help bring your normal boring chicken dish to life. This is […]
One Pan Sun-Dried Tomato Creamy Salmon
One Pan Sun-Dried Tomato Creamy Salmon Every bite of this is creamy luxury and since it’s a one pan meal, it just tastes better. Pan seared salmon with mouthful’s of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and parsley. It’s light, fresh and rich, all at the same time. Trust me, this sun-dried tomato salmon will be a hit […]
Italian Vegetable Stew with Mini Meatballs
Italian Vegetable Stew with Mini Meatballs Do you think recipes go out of style? and then come back again in 10 or 20 years? Kind of like mom jeans, rolling pants and clogs! Well, I first posted this recipe back in November 2019…SO long ago, right! Well, it’s back and it’s just as delicious (if […]
Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata
Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe revised November 2024. Tender and moist chicken coated in a simple yet flavorful lemon, shallot, garlic and caper sauce. It’s pure elegance without the work or time. The quickly seared chicken along with lots of fresh herbs…it’s really perfection. Oh, and salty and full of citrus! This recipe is different […]
20 Garlic Clove Whole Roasted Chicken with Shallots
20 Garlic Clove Whole Roasted Chicken with Shallots The most tender and moist whole roast chicken with the most amazing garlic, olive oil and butter pan sauce. The shallots, carrots, thyme and well, garlic add so much flavor to this chicken. Pour in some chicken bone broth and finish with fresh parsley to make it […]
Easy Italian Pork Sausage Ragu
Easy Italian Pork Sausage Ragu Today, I bring you a favorite in our house. It’s such a great simple homemade sauce that doesn’t take hours, using high quality ingredients and is so versatile. This hearty sausage ragu is great served over spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles (to keep it paleo) or your favorite gluten free […]
Arugula + Lemon Chimichurri Steak
Arugula + Lemon Chimichurri Steak Think a classic salted grilled steak with a crispy outside and meaty inside with the freshest Spring flavored sauce you can make. This Arugula + Lemon Chimichurri Steak is perfect for a simple week night meal, weekend grilling session and even a Sunday meal at home. While the steak grilled, […]
Creamy Garlic Chicken with My Classic Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Garlic Chicken with My Classic Mashed Potatoes If there ever was a Spring comfort food, well this is it. Cut into a juicy piece of chicken and then soak it in the rich (yet, light) sauce loaded with garlic, shallots, marsala wine and chicken broth..serve with mashed caulflower or potatoes. So good. Add in […]
Fall Squash Fried Rice
Fall Squash Fried Rice Dang it – this fried rice, is nothing short of amazing. The tender butternut squash, crunchy carrot strips, raw curly kale with the tender and crispy soaked rice with pops of pomegranates and pumpkin seeds. It’s seasonal without being another pumpkin spice latte (yes, I said that). The sauce is just […]
Pan Fried Herby Chicken Florentine
Pan Fried Herby Chicken Florentine Crispy pan fried chicken breast filled with herbs served with the best cream sauce loaded with spinach and fresh basil. Oh that garlic, shallots and white wine might be my favorite part. Serve with gluten free pasta, spaghetti squash or on its own. I’m a sucker for a good cream […]
Orange Teriyaki Baked Salmon
Orange Teriyaki Baked Salmon I’m making this sauce in bulk. Giving it away to clients, friends, freezing it…serving it with everything and anything. Hints of orange, molasses and all the garlic and ginger – you will dip your finger in it, promise. It thickens up nicely to coat the salmon completely. Bakes easily and then […]
Sesame Orange Chicken and Baby Bibb Lettuce Salad
Sesame Orange Chicken and Baby Bibb Lettuce Salad Buttery baby bib lettuce all covered with crunchy red peppers and cucumber slices, sweet mandarin oranges and delicious quick pickled red onions. Simple grilled chicken adds much need protein and the dressing brings it all together. I love adding fresh herbs to salads. Cilantro adds the right […]
Sesame Pork and Cucumber Bahn Mi Style Sandwiches
Sesame Pork and Cucumber Bahn Mi Style Sandwiches These sandwiches have it all. The pork is perfectly tender with crispy burn ends, and quick pickled red onions bring some bright flavor and color, followed by the sesame covered cucumbers – I love all these flavors together. A bit non-traditional, which I’m all about. I toasted […]
Pan Roasted Summer Tomato + Butter Spaghetti Squash with Basil Oil
Pan Roasted Summer Tomato + Butter Spaghetti Squash Some nights I just need a vegetarian comfort meal. AND let me just tell you, this is off the charts delicious. It’s surprising still to me how creamy this is. I love the deep rich flavors from the tomatoes, shallots and garlic. Oh, and butter always helps. […]
Tahini + Roasted Garlic Kale Caesar Salad
Tahini and Roasted Garlic Kale Caesar Salad The only way to enjoy a kale salad is with mega flavor from the dressing. Check it out. It’s simple. Like really simple. High quality ingredients shine here. I mean, it’s kale, dressing and gluten free croutons. The dressing is packed with flavor – tahini, roasted garlic and […]
Paleo Chicken Bacon Avocado Ranch Salad
Paleo Chicken Bacon Avocado Ranch Salad You aren’t going to believe this salad. Salty bacon with peppery chicken bites, a perfectly cooked egg with crunchy cucumbers and tomatoes with the crisp romaine lettuce and THAT DRESSING! The fact that this is Paleo still blows my mind. You are able to make a creamy ranch with […]
Coconut Ginger Curry Mini Meatballs with Spicy Turmeric Sauce
Coconut Ginger Curry Mini Meatballs Don’t think about flavorless and dry meatballs again. These are moist, full of fresh flavors and are the perfect side for serving in a shallow bowl, along with rice and the spicy turmeric sauce. Such a great flavor combination – with color and spice. This recipe was made dairy free […]
Teriyaki Hanger Steaks with Charred Brussels Sprouts
Teriyaki Hanger Steaks with Brussels Sprouts Charred steaks coated with a quick and easy homemade teriyaki sauce with lots of garlic and ginger…pour it over the brussels sprouts and it’s a meal. It’s gluten free and dairy free – SO Paleo friendly. No need for rice or another startch. Serve it with extra vegetables and […]
Oven Baked Chipotle BBQ Pork Ribs
Oven Baked Chipotle BBQ Pork Ribs Grab the napkins—these Oven-Baked Chipotle BBQ Pork Ribs are sticky, saucy, fall-off-the-bone tender, and absolutely loaded with smoky chipotle flavor. While a grill or smoker is always a joy to use, there’s something magical about how your oven can deliver the same melt-in-your-mouth texture with zero fuss. Especially when […]
Ginger Chicken Lettuce Cup Salad
Ginger Chicken Lettuce Cup Salad I love light and fresh salads that double has a protein filled lunch. This salad is just that. With the ginger, shallot and sesame flavors – I just wish I had some bread. The chicken soaks up the dressing and all the raw vegetables add the right amount of crunch […]
My Favorite Smoky Cabbage Slaw
My Favorite Smoky Cabbage Slaw I love a good crunchy slaw. All the colors, simple tangy dressing with all the freshness from herbs, garlic and shallots. I love adding in red bell peppers and carrots – adds more than just cabbage to your slaw. It’s the perfect side to my Simple Mexican Pulled Pork Here […]
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup + Biscuits
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup + Biscuits Creamy and light with all the textures of a traditional pot pie, but in a soup bowl. Tender heirloom potatoes and carrots with shallots, celery and all the bone broth and fresh parsley you could want. I love using store bought roasted chicken or simply roasting 2 chicken […]
Simple Mexican Pulled Pork
Simple Mexican Pulled Pork This Simple Mexican Pulled Pork is everything I want in an easy, flavor-packed meal — minimal effort, big payoff, and endless serving options. When life gets busy, I’m all about simple recipes that don’t compromise on flavor, and this easy pulled pork recipe is exactly that. The pork slow cooks until […]
Gochujang and Butter Seared Shrimp Lettuce Wrap Tacos
Gochujang Shrimp Lettuce Wrap Tacos I’ve been revamping a lot of recipes – turning them into lighter and healthier versions. I also am making sure that they are gluten free, have a short ingredients list and take little time at all to cook. Because we all are hungry! This Gochujang Shrimp Lettuce Wrap Tacos recipe […]
Light Chicken Tetrazzini
Light Chicken Tetrazzini Think the sauciest sauce with pan roasted mushrooms, tons of garlic and the best bone broth. A splash of sherry, worchestershire and fresh black pepper – bring it all together. The simply pan seared chicken, fresh parsley and shallots are all a dream…coated in that sauce. Yes. Don’t forget all the Parmesan, […]
Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken + Rice
Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken + Rice This cilantro lime chicken is everything you want in a quick chicken recipe — juicy, flavorful, and ready in under 40 minutes. The tender, golden-brown chicken thighs soak up all the zesty freshness from the cilantro lime marinade, giving you a perfect balance of tangy, herby, and smoky notes. […]
Honey Mustard Salmon
Honey Mustard Salmon Here is my first official Spring recipe. It has less than 8 ingredients to help make our meals more delicious but also quick and easy. Meaty and tender salmon, cooked until still slightly pink inside, simply seasoned but then packed with a punch from spicy Dijon mustard, sweet honey and peppery pepper […]
Buttered Breadcrumb Salmon with Spaghetti Squash
Buttered Breadcrumb Salmon with Spaghetti Squash Looking for a recipe that is light, yet full of rich flavors and tastes like it shouldn’t be healthy…well, this is it. It’s a simple buttery breadcrumb mixture with garlic and herbs, pressed onto the salmon. Simply roast a spaghetti squash and mix in garlic butter and lots of […]
Sesame Green Salad with Citrus Ginger Dressing
Sesame Green Salad with Citrus Ginger Dressing Fresh, Crunchy, and Full of Flavor Check out all those colors — because we eat with our eyes first! This Sesame Green Salad with Citrus Ginger Dressing is vibrant, refreshing, and bursting with texture and flavor. Tender yet crisp romaine lettuce combines with red bell pepper, carrots, and […]
Herb Oil Chicken Naan Wraps with Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus
Herb Oil Chicken Wraps with Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus Oh man, I just love a good wrap. Tender, creamy and full of all the textures and flavors. This one doesn’t disappoint. Simply grilled chicken, drizzled with the best herb oil and topped with mini cucumbers and fresh herbs. The warm naan, spinach and crazy good sun […]
Peanut Chicken Salad with Spicy Dressing
Peanut Chicken Salad with Spicy Dressing It’s about dang time. This salad has it ALL. Crunch, colors, textures and all the protein and vegetables you need…plus the dressing is the creamiest of them all. This salad is great for lunch but with all this warm weather we are still having, this salad is perfect for […]
Quick Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Quick Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps I love a good healthy and simple lettuce wrap – it’s WAY better than take out. Creamy with double the peanut butter, crunchy and did I say ‘healthy’. Dig in and grab 3! It’s really about the extras. I mean, chicken is great but in this recipe its all about […]
Green Goddess Cashew and Crispy Chicken Bowls
Green Goddess Cashew + Crispy Chicken Bowls Revised Recipe from July 2020. Make it a bowl, wrap or add extra greens for a salad. Just always serve with extra cashew cream and hot sauce. I’m all about the condiments, these days. This meal is all about layering flavors, textures and a simple spice blend for the […]
Vegan Sweet Potato Nachos with Smoky Cashew “Cheese”
Vegan Sweet Potato Nachos with Smoky Cashew “Cheese” Natures Nachos!!! I love crispy sweet potato chips with smoky and spicy cashew “cheese”, loaded with cherry tomatoes, cilantro, scallions, and all the roasted jalapenos. It’s a nacho party. I use a fork, since I can’t get them in my mouth fast enough. You do you. Make […]
One Pan Beef + Leek Pot Pie
One Pan Beef + Leek Pot Pie Creamy, rich and just perfect. Get your plate ready for tender vegetables and ground beef. Bone broth, coconut milk and tomato paste make a great sauce. Add in fresh parsley and top with gluten free crust. Delish. This is a Classic Pot Pie recipe but with a few […]
Apple + Rosemary Pork Roast with Potatoes
Apple + Rosemary Pork Roast with Potatoes There’s nothing quite like the aroma of an herb-crusted pork roast filling your kitchen on a crisp fall evening. This Apple and Rosemary Pork Roast with Potatoes is everything you want in a cozy seasonal meal — savory, slightly sweet, and deeply satisfying. The star of the show […]
Gluten Free Cinnamon Swirl Raisin Bagels
Gluten Free Cinnamon Swirl Raisin Bagels I used to eat bagels everyday and at any chance I could get. All those carbs. And let’s talk about the mountain of cream cheese. I would have them for breakfast, snacks and any other chance I could get. Making these gluten free and even paleo friendly was a vast important – for my […]
Smoky Butternut Squash and Farro Salad with Lime Shallot Dressing
Butternut Squash Farro Salad with Lime Shallot Dressing By far, my new FAVORITE salad. This is straight up delicious . I just can’t get over these flavors. Roasted and smoky squash with crispy garbanzo beans. Fresh cilantro, lime and shallots are amazing with crunchy farro and pomegranate seeds. Toss it all with arugula and serving extra […]
Garlic Pork with Cucumbers + Herbs
Garlic Pork with Cucumbers + Herbs Simple sometimes is best. AND this meal, doesn’t taste simple. Few fresh ingredients, humanly raised ground pork, jasmine rice and all the basil you can find. It’s quick – comes together in less than 10 minutes. Use up all those cucumbers in an easy salad with oil, vinegar, salt […]
30 Minute Chicken Mole with Lime Rice
30 Minute Chicken Mole with Lime Rice Tastes like it’s been cooking all day…but alas, only 30 minutes, and dinner is on the table. It’s rich with chipotle, green chiles, tahini, cinnamon and that ending of chocolate. Dig into the buttery lime rice with the fresh tomatoes and warm saucy chicken. I love serving it […]
Saucy Gochujang Chicken Bites with Sesame Cucumber Slaw
Saucy Gochujang Chicken Bites with Sesame Cucumber Slaw Tender chicken bites covered with layers of a gochujang paste, ketchup, garlic and ginger sauce all wrapped up with a quick tahini cream, peppery arugula and sesame cucumbers. It comes together very quickly and is a great meal for these late Summer nights. I love meals like […]
Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers
Lemon Herb Chicken Skewers Outdoor dining, how I love you. This meal, just speaks to that. Simple and quick 30 minute marinate, grilled on a hot grill and served with your favorite pesto. I’m all about easy meals that are full of fresh and bright flavors. The chicken takes on the lemon flavor, dried herbs […]
My Favorite Honey Mustard + Chicken Tender Salad
My Favorite Honey Mustard + Chicken Tender Salad Chicken and honey mustard go together like peanut butter and jelly. It’s a magically combination, I tell you! Have you tried it? And then of course ‘chicken tenders’ on top of greens is always called a salad. With some fresh garden tomatoes, avocado, crispy bacon and chopped […]
Mexican Beef Stew
Mexican Beef Stew You have to try this. Grab your Instant Pot, Slow Cooker or Dutch Oven…let the heat do it’s thing and marry all these delicious flavors together to make the ultimate Mexican Beef Stew. Classic beef stew meat, paired with smoky New Mexico chiles, garlic, red onion and all the dried spices. Don’t […]
Creamy Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken
Creamy Artichoke + Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken When you need a hug – MAKE THIS! Do I really need to tell you how delicious this is? Don’t the photos do it all for you! This is my NEW favorite comfort food! The chicken is tender while soaking up all the flavors of the sauce. The leeks, wine, grilled […]
Duck Fat Roasted Root Vegetables with Spicy Tahini Ketchup
Duck Fat Roasted Root Vegetables with Spicy Tahini Ketchup There are so many stars of the show in this recipe. Like which one to pick? The heirloom potatoes get me every time. The Farmers Market carrots – are like candy. Then you have that spicy, nutty and rich ketchup – oh so good. Don’t forget […]
The Best Gluten Free Blueberry Vanilla Bean Coffee Cake
The Best Blueberry Vanilla Bean Coffee Cake I know, I know – everyone says there coffee cake is the BEST…well, this is seriously the BEST Gluten free version I have EVER enjoyed. It’s perfectly balanced with blueberries and cake – sweetened with brown sugar and lots of vanilla. Then that crumb topping – more brown […]
Vegan Sweet Potato Caesar Salad
Vegan Sweet Potato Caesar Salad This creamy and rich dressing is my new favorite – I love how the lemon, garlic and honey works so well together. But the tahini base, truly has my heart. Keeping this salad simple, I added in roasted sweet potato pieces, simple gluten free garlic bread crumbs and all the […]
Paleo Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes with Homemade Ketchup
Paleo Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes with Homemade Ketchup Did you grow up eating Sloppy Joes? You know the rich tomato based ground beef mixture! Usually on a toasted sweet roll or bun – hard to eat, makes a mess but it’s delicious. Well, this is a MUCH healthier version. I promise you won’t miss the […]
Saucy Sesame Ginger Short Rib Ramen Bowls
Saucy Sesame Ginger Short Rib Ramen Bowls I love pairing a fancy cut of meat with raw vegetables and simple and easy ramen noodles. So many textures and colors in every bite. Perfectly saucy and tender short ribs – cook them in your slow cooker or Instant Pot. Use the pan sauce as your noodles […]
Grilled Romaine and Coconut Curry Shrimp Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
Grilled Romaine and Coconut Curry Shrimp Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing Your new favorite Summer time salad just got SOOO EASY! Simply marinated shrimp on skewers, salt and pepper grilled romaine topped all peanut dressing. Garnish with diced red peppers, cilantro and salted peanuts. Serve this as an appetizer or double the recipe for an […]
Arugula + Pistachio Pesto Chicken Salad
Arugula + Pistachio Pesto Chicken Salad The best Spring time pesto that coats roast chicken just right, served with mixed greens, buffalo mozzarella and cherry tomatoes. Simple salads unite. Ah, this pesto is killer. With lots of peppery arugula, lemon zest, and nutty salty pistachios all mixed with olive oil and garlic. Give me a […]
One Pan Artichoke Chicken + Rice
One Pan Artichoke Chicken + Rice This dish is inspired by the rich flavors of marinated canned artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes with each seamed rice, earthy greens and tender chicken. It’s a weeknight meal that gives you healthy leftovers for lunch or more dinner the following day. It’s creamy without the cream or cheese, full […]
Quick Cold Peanut Rice Noodles with Veggies
Quick Cold Peanut Rice Noodles with Veggies My go to vegetarian noodle salad takes less than 5 minutes to put together. It’s full of crisp fresh flavors with layers of creamy and rich peanut butter – I love adding in snow peas, tons of cilantro and the unexpected mint! It’s like a vegetarian spring roll […]
Quick Sesame Pork Meatball Ramen Bowls
Quick Sesame Pork Meatball Ramen Bowls I really don’t ever need an excuse to make a broth soup. It’s so comforting and warms the soul. I love a good bowl of ramen inspired soup. This version is quick and easy. With a few staple ingredients – like miso, ground pork and dried mushrooms you can create great […]
Apple Cider Glazed Acorn Squash
Apple Cider Glazed Acorn Squash Tender acorn squash with the best sweet and salty glaze. Brown sugar, apple cider, butter and salt – it’s simple and delicious. Elevate it with pops of pomegranate seeds and nutty pecans – tis the season, right?! Level up your squash game or side dishes with this simple and totally […]
Berry Chicken + Cornbread Panzanella Salad
Berry Chicken + Cornbread Panzanella Salad I’m here for all the colorful salads! I mean, just check out those textures, colors and just imagine the flavors! I loved using roasted chicken, day old cornbread croutons, fresh fruit and herbs and a mountain of baby salad greens. I’m hanging on to Summer as long as I […]
Creamy Caper Sauce with Pan Seared Chicken
Creamy Caper Sauce with Pan Seared Chicken High five for decadent mid week meals! Even though, it’s Thursday – this easy cream sauce comes into in less than 5 minutes and coats the chicken just right. Pan sear the salt and pepper chicken. Set aside and use the same pan with all the drippings to […]
Basil Butter Grilled Salmon + Veggies with Feta Rice
Basil Butter Grilled Salmon + Veggies with Feta Rice This meal has it all. Starting with fresh salmon coated with all the butter and salt. Grilled up perfectly and covered in more butter, fresh basil and blistered cherry tomatoes and Summer zucchini. Salty feta with tender buttery rice with fresh basil and a sprinkle of […]
Quick Peanut Butter Beef and Shishito Pepper Stir Fry
Quick Peanut Butter Beef and Shishito Pepper Stir Fry Mark this as another way to enjoy ground beef. I can’t get over how tasty it is – I mean, melted peanut butter and sweet chili sauce. Start by charring the peppers in a hot and dry pan – they cook in less than 5 minutes. […]
Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Bake
Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Bake Creamy gorgonzola sauce, spiced with buffalo sauce and fresh herbs. The chicken and squash are all saucy – you can’t even tell it’s a vegetable. Such a simple recipe for any day of the week! Again I used Covey Rise Farms ground chicken – it’s lean with some fat so there is […]
Quick Smoky Ground Beef Tacos with Creamy Salsa
Quick Smoky Ground Beef Tacos with Creamy Salsa Quick. Easy. Simple. Fast. Cheap. Grab a pound of your favorite ground beef (I like using Five Marys Farms or the best grass fed 80% I can get), spice it up and cook until crispy, then you flip and it’s done. Garnish with everything and extra creamy […]