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 […]

Classic Baked Glazed Pumpkin + Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Classic Baked Pumpkin + Cinnamon Sugar Glazed Donuts If this picture doesn’t stop you in your tracks…I guess I’m trying too hard. BECAUSE holy smokes, these are good! I’m going to be making these A LOT this Fall. The simple batter, comes together quickly – no surprises or super fancy ingredients here. Just pure organic […]

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 […]

Honey Roasted Cinnamon Banana Bread

Honey Roasted Cinnamon Banana Bread Recipe updated in 2024 from 2021 I don’t care what you have read. This is the BEST gluten free banana bread ever. Yes, I said that. It’s true. You have finally found the BEST of the BEST. And one of the secrets to really good tasting and moist banana bread […]

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 […]

My Favorite Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup

My Favorite Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup Updated recipe + photos from orginial posted in 2021. What’s not to love about a simple homemade soup? And a homemade classic soup, it’s truly the best. The richness of the roasted tomatoes, garlic and shallots blend so well with the olive oil and tomato paste. Finishing it […]

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 […]

Sesame Charred Broccolini with Peanut Sauce

Sesame Charred Broccolini with Peanut Sauce Take a look at this! Basically the best vegetarian side dish there is. I just love peanut butter and mixing it into an amazing sauce with the best green vegtable. Broccolini is really the best version of plain old broccoli – have you tried it? Bring on all that […]

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 […]

Firecracker Salmon Bowls

Firecracker Salmon Bowls Heck ya, this is amazing. It’s a simple meal with quality ingredients – and a sauce that takes 10 seconds to make. It’s a perfect meal for Summer – brings the heat, takes little time to make and it’s healthy. I love that it’s Paleo friendly, packed with flavors and brings all […]

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 are saucy, fall off the bone and packed with smoky chipotle flavor. I love how your oven can really get the job done…yes, a grill and smoker work wonders but when your grill is covered with snow and I don’t have time for my smoker…the […]

Weeknight Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Weeknight Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps When you asked for more weeknight favorites that don’t take forever – here is one that I love and everyone at your table will too. Ground beef with garlic and ginger with all the red pepper flakes you can handle, plus carrots, red bell peppers and scallions. It’s fresh and […]

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 I am here for easy and delicious recipes. We all need a break sometimes – but flavor can’t be compromised. This perfectly shredded pork with the rich flavors of smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, onion powder, roasted tomatoes, tomato paste and a touch of bone broth. I love the pan sauce – […]

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 […]

10 Garlic Clove Chicken

10 Garlic Clove Chicken My love for roast chicken continues and this recipe is in 1st place. The silky sauce made of wine, butter and olive oil – I mean seriously. With the 10 garlic cloves to bring in so much flavor and the easiest roasted chicken, that ANYONE can cook. It’s just mouth watering. […]

Egg Roll Stir Fry with Pork

Egg Roll Stir Fry with Pork Tender ground pork flavored with tamari, sesame oil, coconut aminos and hot sauce. Add in tons of fresh ginger, cilantro, scallions and roasted cashews. Mix it all together with crispy wonton strips (that’s any extra step, but great to add). And it’s ready to enjoy! I love a good […]

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 Tender and toasted brown chicken thighs with all the bright flavors of freshness with the simplest jasmine rice – with more lime! The best marinade with lime, shallots, garlic and cilantro. Mouth watering, really! Add this week night meal to your routine. No need to marinade the chicken for […]

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 […]

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 […]

Cacao + Almond Butter Oat Bites

Cacao + Almond Butter Oat Bites My secret is about to be out. I haven’t shared this recipe with anyone and while I’m sure you can find similar protein bite recipes online – I’ve finally perfected these little nuggets and I’m sharing it all with you. Shortly after a client asked me for some sort […]

Beef Enchilada Tater Tot Bake

Beef Enchilada Tater Tot Bake Beef. Enchilada. Tater Tot. Bake. You read that right and I typed that right. Tender and saucy beef and peppers, mixed with enchilada sauce, black beans and cheese. Whoa! Add in some staple spices, fresh herbs and crispy tater tots – you won’t miss the tortillas, promise! This Beef Enchilada […]

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 […]

Remixed Chicken Peanut Satay Arugula Salad

Chicken Peanut Satay + Arugula Salad Whoa, this is a good one! If you love spicy and sweet peanut anything you will LOVE this recipe. The marinade gives the chicken tons of flavor and after a quick grill of the skewers, you top it all with a gingery peanut dressing. The arugula, pea sprouts and […]

Fast, Easy + Simple Asian Green Salad

Fast, Easy + Simple Asian Green Salad Check out all those colors. We eat with our eyes after all. Tender and crunchy romaine lettuce, along with the red bell pepper, raw carrots and sugar snap peas. My favorite parts are the fresh basil and mint, orange and lime juice in the dressing and lots of […]

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 […]

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 […]

Roasted Honey Bacon Wrapped Thyme Carrots

Roasted Honey Bacon Wrapped Thyme Carrots Bacon wrapped anything is usually going to be good, am I right? I love a good whole roasted carrot and wrapping them in bacon, just takes it to a whole new level. They are show stoppers – everyone will grab an extra one or two for their plates. Grab […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Salsa Braised Chicken Thighs

Salsa Braised Chicken Thighs I’ve been on a mission. These gourmet weeknight dinners just need to be simplier, tastier and well, just overall good. I don’t want to do a ton of dishes, I don’t want to chop for 20 minutes and I don’t want the ingredients list to be long. If you are after […]

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 […]

Paleo Beef Stroganoff

Paleo Beef Stroganoff Please try this recipe, because who doesn’t love a bowl full of comfort. It really is so good. Yes, it’s a Paleo version of the classic – trust me you won’t notice the difference. The flavors are perfect in this – I mean, check out that sauce. Mushrooms, onions, Dijon mustard, bone broth, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 Earthly dried herbs – rosemary, thyme and marjoram, garlic and lots of fresh parsley all covering the most tender pork leg roast. It cooks up quickly (get a 2 -3 inch roast) and keeps all the flavors in, after a quick pan sear. Heirloom potatoes and Fall petite […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Beef Curry Stew

Beef Curry Stew This next level beef stew is nothing to ignore. The meat is tender, the sauce is crazy good and give me all that gluten free naan to soak it all up. Make sure you have a big bowl – because this is a good one. I love a good curry – this […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Herb Chicken + Olive Tapenade Spaghetti Squash

Herb Chicken + Olive Tapenade Spaghetti Squash Imagine the simplest homemade olive tapenade on top of cute little herb covered chicken bites with creamy spaghetti squash. Give me all the olives, pine nuts and herb chicken. Plus garlic, shallots and coconut milk – it’s fancy, yet really simple to make.  I made this for a […]

Ginger & Apple Roast Pork Chops

Ginger + Apple Roast Pork Chops The simplest meals, are sometimes the best. Short cooking time, pantry staples and great quality meat. I love the combination of fresh ginger, apples and tender pork. The pan sauce is simple and pulls in all the flavors from the browned pork. The pork is perfect cooked in the sauce and charred […]

Horseradish Mustard Cream Sauce with Hanger Steaks

Hanger Steaks with Horseradish Mustard Cream Sauce You can’t have delicious hanger steaks with a sauce. And this 3 ingredients sauce takes 1 minute to put together. Spoon it over perfectly cooked steaks and you will be dipping all the way through this meal. The tangy and spicy horseradish with the grain mustard – so […]

Sheet Pan Red Pepper Cashew Chicken

Sheet Pan Red Pepper Cashew Chicken Sesame, roasted red pepper with moist and tender chicken – it’s really good. Coconut aminos and fish sauce add the right about of salt and sweetness. Add in some sriracha hot sauce, roasted cashews and garnish with fresh cilantro. Oh, so good. I served this with jasmine rice and scallion […]

Almond Hazelnut Spread Gluten Free Zucchini Bread

Gluten Free Zucchini Bread with Hazelnut Spread I know, another zucchini recipe. Don’t roll your eyes. This one is gluten free (you can’t even tell) and has the most amazing ribbon of almond and hazelnut spread within it. Yes, it has chocolate in it and less sugar than you would believe BUT won’t miss. Use […]

Gluten Free Zucchini and Bacon Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Gluten Free Zucchini and Bacon Chocolate Chip Cupcakes Take it ALL in. You read that title correctly. Yes, I put bacon and zucchini in these cupcakes. AND with very limited sugar so the cacao chips could shine. These are SO moist, rich, full of chocolate goodness and filled with hints of bacon. Oh, did I […]

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 […]

Gluten Free Orange Ginger Steak Stir Fry with Broccoli

Orange Ginger Steak Stir Fry with Broccoli Take Out Fake-Out is what I call it. AND I’m in love. Gosh, I’m a sucker for take out food – love the tastes from all over the world BUT what I don’t like – is NOT knowing what ingredients are in the sauces. Did you know? There […]

Cumin Salt Rubbed Steak with Cilantro Chimichurri

Cumin Salt Rubbed Steak with Cilantro Chimichurri This screams summer! Nothing like a juicy grilled steak with bright green fresh cilantro sauce drizzled on top – plus pine nuts. Love how tomatoes grill up nicely and green bell peppers are always nice with a salted steak. The sauce comes together quickly in a blender – […]

Chipotle Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad with Arugula

Chipotle Lime Sweet Potato + Black Bean Salad Recently, I’ve been really drawn to upping my vegetarian meal game. And salads are always a good way to add more vegetables and leafy greens to your diet. I love the different layers in this salad – oh, and the colors are great too! Sweet potato bites […]

Molasses & Brown Sugar Center Cut Pork Ribs

Molasses & Brown Sugar Center Cut Pork Ribs Falling off the bone GOOD!  This simple recipe – using very few ingredients highlights the tender meat while providing richness from the dark molasses and extra sweet brown sugar. Salt and pepper those ribs up first to activate the juices and natural flavors. It’s a good one. 3 […]

Bacon Dill Ranch Chicken with Sautéed Garlic Greens

Bacon Dill Ranch Chicken with Sautéed Garlic Greens Anything wrapped in bacon is good, right? I love the salty and tender pieces of bacon and chicken together – this is a good combination. Then you have the fresh herb and garlic dressing to top it all off with. Finish with some bites of sautéed greens […]

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 […]

Easy Vegetarian Pad Thai

Easy Vegetarian Pad Thai It’s really the sauce for me. This simple Vegetarian Pad Thai is crunchy, saucy and colorful. Everything I look for in a healthy vegetarian side dish. And the crunchy veggies with the peanuts and cilantro. Basically everything I love about this bowl full of noodles. With a few classic ingredients, you […]

One Pan Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach

One Pan Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Spinach I’ve had a jar of oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, starring at me in my pantry. Basically screaming at me through the glass, for me to devour. WHY did it take me SO long to make this? Let’s jazz up the boring chicken breast and coat it with […]

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 […]

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 […]

Chicken Skewers with Tomato + Date BBQ Sauce

Chicken Skewers with Tomato + Date BBQ Sauce Anything on a skewer looks amazing – trust me. Simply cut chicken thighs into smaller pieces, skewer them all up, season with salt and pepper and slather with your homemade Tomato + Date BBQ sauce. Grill to perfection and you have some deliciousness. And if you don’t […]

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 […]

Kielbasa Sausage and Rice

Kielbasa Sausage and Rice Hold on, people. This here is leveled up rice where the kielbasa, roasted tomatoes and garlic bring it all together. Just think when you have to think fast and make a good quality meal for your family – I’m right there with you most evenings. When this comes together in less […]

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 […]

My Kids Saucy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

My Kids Saucy Chicken Lettuce Wraps You have to try these. The smallest bites of tender and moist chicken all covered with a rich yet balanced sauce. Add in some red peppers and scallions for a fresh bite..but honestly, that saucy chicken can be enjoyed allow. Grab your lettuce and wrap it up. My daughter […]

Pine-nut Garlic Basil Oil Grilled Tri-Tip Steak

Pine-nut Garlic Basil Oil Grilled Tri-Tip Steak My taste bud’s are slowing returning…but through this process (read my blog post about lossing my tatse bud’s here) I’ve been craving salty foods. I’ve actually been able to taste salt the most over the past 2 or so weeks…and this delicious steak fits the bill.  I mean, […]

Healthier Beef Green Chile Soup

Healthier Beef Green Chile Soup I love a good hearty soup…but without the gut bomb feeling. This soup is SO flavorful, simple, a great broth and fresh herbs. So good. Not only is this a healthier version of a traditional green Chile – which is usually made with pork – it uses chicken bone broth for a lighter soup […]

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 […]

Salted Hanger Steak with Red Chimichurri

Salted Hanger Steak with Red Chimichurri “I could bathe in this sauce!” “Ok, but in all seriousness, keep this on the rotation.” What are your dinner table conversations? I’m not going to tell you how amazing this dish is…WELL maybe I should. A simple salted steak (hanger is my new favorite) grilled quickly on a […]

Teriyaki Salmon Noodle Bowls

Teriyaki Salmon Noodle Bowls The BEST teriyaki covered salmon bowl with roasted vegetables, gluten free ramen and crunchy cucumbers. The sauce coats the noodles just right – it’s hard to grab everything into one bite with chop sticks, but you should try. I cut the salmon filets into 3 little portions so we had 6 […]

Braised Gochujang + Garlic Chicken with Broccoli

Braised Gochujang + Garlic Chicken with Broccoli Week night braising – you’ve got this! It’s really simple. Mix together chicken bone broth, gochujang paste, garlic, ginger, honey and coconut aminos. Lather your chicken up and let the oven slowly cook your tender chicken to perfection.  I like to add fresh broccoli towards the end – […]

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 […]