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 […]

Thai Basil Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry

Chicken Meatballs in Vegetable Coconut Curry They say we eat with our eyes first — and when I look at this curry, I immediately want to grab a fork. Making a curry is truly a labor of love, but here’s the good news: it doesn’t take all day. With a bit of organization and fresh […]

Easy Lasagna Meatball Soup

Easy Lasagna Meatball Soup If you love lasagna, you’ll love this easy lasagna meatball soup even more. It’s lasagna in a bowl—simple, cozy, and incredibly satisfying. The same comforting flavors you know, but with a lighter tomato broth that makes it perfect for busy weeknights. Even better, this soup comes together fast. Truly fast. You […]

Wild Rice Fall Harvest Salad with Apple Butter Drizzle

Wild Rice Fall Harvest Salad with Apple Butter Drizzle If you’re looking for the ultimate fall harvest salad, this one has everything: nutty wild rice, butter-roasted butternut squash, crisp apples, tart cranberries, toasted pecans, and kale for the perfect seasonal crunch. It’s hearty, cozy, colorful — basically all the fall flavors in one bowl. But […]

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. […]

Gluten Free Apple Spice Coffee Cake

Gluten-Free Apple Spice Coffee Cake with Protein Gluten free | Low Sugar Happy Fall! Warm, cozy, and packed with protein, this Gluten-Free Apple Spice Coffee Cake is a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. It’s the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition—moist, tender, and deliciously spiced with cinnamon. Made with creamy cottage cheese for a […]

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 […]

Red Enchilada Saucy Chicken Skewers with Yellow Rice

Red Enchilada Chicken Skewers with Yellow Rice Red Enchilada Chicken Skewers with Yellow Rice are everything you want in a meal — colorful, flavorful, and full of satisfying textures. Tender, juicy chicken skewers grilled to perfection, served with cheesy yellow rice and a bright cherry tomato slaw. It’s the kind of meal that looks as […]

My Weekday Fall Vegetarian Salad

Easy Fall Vegetarian Salad with Shallot Dijon Dressing I eat a vegetarian meal at least once a day. It’s almost always lunch. I don’t know when or why this habit started, but it stuck. And honestly, lunch is the perfect time to pile on the veggies. In my 20s, I ate salads only if they […]

Lemon + Pomegranate Simple Pan Roast Salmon

Lemon + Pomegranate Simple Pan Roast Salmon paleo | gluten free | Dairy Free Bright + Healthy Lemon Pomegranate Pan Roasted Salmon This Lemon Pomegranate Pan Roasted Salmon is the kind of vibrant, nourishing weeknight meal that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are pan roasted until crisp on the outside […]

Roast Carrot + Lentil Salad

Roasted Carrot and Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese I’ve been wanting to share this Roasted Carrot and Lentil Salad with you for a while — and now’s the perfect time. It’s a simple, hearty, and flavor-packed dish that’s full of protein, texture, and just the right balance of sweet and salty. And that creamy goat […]

One Pan Artichoke & Sun-Dried Tomato Rice with Chicken

One Pan Artichoke Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken & Rice Gluten free | One Pan This One Pan Artichoke + Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken & Rice is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dinner that checks every box. It delivers bold flavor, minimal prep, and easy cleanup. Plus, the tender, juicy chicken sits on top of aromatic rice that cooks in […]

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 […]

Rosemary Sun-Dried Tomato Beef Stew

Rosemary Sun-Dried Tomato Beef Stew This Rosemary + Sun-Dried Tomato Beef Stew with Bacon is completely over-the-top delicious — a true dinner treat that delivers deep, rich flavor in every bite. The combination of garlic, rosemary, smoky bacon, and tender braised beef creates a hearty beef dinner that feels luxurious yet comforting. The magic is […]

Loaded Brussels Sprout Hash with Bacon + Pecans

Loaded Brussels Sprout Hash with Bacon and Pecans Sweet, Salty, and Crunchy — the Perfect Bite This Loaded Brussels Sprout Hash with Bacon and Pecans has everything you want in a side dish — sweet, salty, crunchy, and completely irresistible. Every bite is packed with seasonal flavor, from caramelized Brussels sprouts and roasted butternut squash […]

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. […]

Coffee Shop Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Coffee Shop Muffins Sending you into the weekend with a cozy classic—Coffee Shop Lemon Blueberry Muffins, made just a little healthier with less sugar but all the flavor of your favorite bakery treat. These gluten-free muffins are soft, tender, and loaded with juicy blueberries, all topped with a buttery golden streusel that makes […]

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 […]

Beef Hokkien Mee Stir Fry

A fast and flavorful Beef Hokkien Mee Stir Fry made with fresh veggies, tender beef, and a boosted store-bought sauce. Easy, nourishing, and weeknight-friendly.

Weeknight One Pan Chicken Cacciatore

This Chicken Cacciatore is a gourmet meal but made simple with ingredients you are sure to have + just the right amount of time to make a homemade meal.

Boneless chicken thighs give this recipe the best flavor, stays moist and each thighs will stay tender even when you reheat this. Simple crushed tomatoes, shallots, garlic, red peppers, oregano and basil. Yum – ingredients I highly suggest you have in your pantry at all times.

Greek Inspired Ground Beef + Feta Bowl

Greek Inspired Ground Beef + Feta Bowls Give it to me in a bowl, stuffed into a warm pita pocket, or piled high on a fork — it doesn’t matter how you eat it, just do it. These Greek-inspired ground beef and feta bowls are everything you want in a weeknight meal: flavorful, fresh, and […]

Gluten Free Sour Cream Strawberry Skillet Cake

Gluten Free Sour Cream Strawberry Skillet Cake When you make this – ALWAYS serve it with whipped cream.  Tender cake made from vegetable shortening, butter, sugar, flour and eggs. It’s a simple cake base followed by a quick streusel topping and fresh juicy strawberries. The cake base can be used with other fruits too – […]

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 […]

Blender Banana + Cottage Cheese Muffins

Blender Banana + Cottage Cheese Muffins Basically, this is the tastiest banana bread in muffin form — soft, spongy, and studded with crunchy walnuts. These banana muffins (or banana bread muffins, if you prefer) are everything you love about classic banana bread but made easier, lighter, and more nutritious. The best part? You only need […]

Crunchy Peanut Chicken Wraps

Crunchy Peanut Chicken Wraps Fresh, Crunchy, and Totally Satisfying These Crunchy Peanut Chicken Wraps are the perfect balance of flavor and texture — crunchy vegetables, tender chicken, creamy peanut sauce, and peppery arugula all wrapped up in a soft gluten-free tortilla. It’s a fresh and wholesome lunch that doesn’t skimp on flavor. I love mixing […]

Poached Pear Spinach Salad with Champagne Dressing

Poached Pear + Spinach Salad with Lemon Champagne Dressing This poached pear spinach salad is my newest obsession—and honestly, it might become yours too. It’s fresh, vibrant, and instantly elevates any everyday salad routine. I’ve always loved a good spinach salad recipe because it feels light, nourishing, and energizing. And with this one, every single […]

Our Favorite Summer Pasta Salad

Our Favorite Fast Summer Pasta Salad It’s the best of both worlds. Cold and tender pasta with salty olives and feta cheese, crisp cherry tomatoes and cucumbers and lots of fresh parsley.  It’s a no mayonnaise recipe, I can get behind. Trust me, you don’t miss it. The dressing is tangy – the shallots and […]

Sweet + Sour Pork Meatballs with Pineapple

Sweet + Sour Pork Meatballs with Pineapple These Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs with Pineapple are everything you want in an easy weeknight dinner — tender, juicy meatballs flavored with ginger and garlic, a naturally sweet roasted pineapple glaze, and the beauty of a one-pan meal. Every bite is packed with flavor thanks to the […]

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 […]

My Simple Cashew Ginger Chicken Stir Fry

Cashew Ginger Chicken Stir Fry My Cashew Ginger Chicken Stir Fry is everything I want in a weeknight meal—simple, classic, and nourishing. We all need more healthy chicken meals that support us but don’t take two hours to make. This one comes together fast. It’s flavorful. It’s balanced. And it uses ingredients you probably already […]

Peanut Chicken Egg Roll Stir Fry

Peanut Chicken Egg Roll Stir Fry Ok, Wow. Just WOW! If you’re looking for a killer new recipe to add to your weekly dinner rotation, this Peanut Chicken Egg Roll Stir Fry is it! Loaded with crunchy vegetables, tender chicken, and the most irresistible peanut sauce, this dish checks every box — texture, color, protein, […]

Fried Pecan Goat Cheese + Pomegranate Dressing Salad

Fried Pecan Goat Cheese + Pomegranate Dressing Salad Sweet pomegranates, salty and tangy goat cheese, nutty pecans and sweet tender baby greens. It’s a really good combination of flavors. The sweet dressing needs that warm goat cheese – the perfect bite has everything in it. It’s really perfect. Seasonal is best. Cruising into Fall and […]

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 […]

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 […]

Sun-Dried Tomato Vodka Pasta + Chicken

Sun-Dried Tomato Vodka Pasta with Chicken This Sun-Dried Tomato Vodka Pasta with Chicken is everything you want in a cozy, crave-worthy meal: creamy, savory, and full of vibrant Italian flavor. The richness from the sun-dried tomatoes, the tang from vodka and balsamic, and the silky texture of coconut milk make this dish unforgettable. Every forkful […]

Gluten Free Rainbow Appetizer Board

Vibrant Gluten-Free Rainbow Appetizer Board Wow. Just—wow. This gluten-free rainbow appetizer board is bold, bright, and unbelievably fun. The colors pop. The textures clash in the best way. And honestly, you won’t even know what to grab first. But here’s the thing: everyone hesitates to “mess it up.” Clients say it all the time. And […]

Classic Gluten Free Coffee Cake Muffins

Classic Gluten Free Coffee Cake Muffins These little nuggets…or muffins, in this case are the best. It’s your favorite coffee shop variety but made healthier and even more delicious. I mean moist cake center with all the brown sugar streusel topping you could want. Classics don’t die. They live on. And can be altered just […]

Chicken Shawarma Bowls with Turmeric Cauliflower Rice

Chicken Shawarma Bowls with Turmeric Cauliflower Rice These Chicken Shawarma Bowls with Turmeric Cauliflower Rice might just be the most perfect bowls ever — packed with tender, flavorful shawarma chicken, golden turmeric cauliflower rice, and all your favorite toppings. It’s the kind of bowl that hits every note: warm, spiced, crunchy, creamy, and completely satisfying. […]

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 […]

Gluten Free Mini Whipped Chocolate Ganache Whoopie Pies

Mini Whipped Chocolate Ganache Whoopie Pies Guys, Maine is known for Whoopie Pies. And since I just spent a few weeks there and taste tested a few, I knew I needed to bring back this recipe. I mean, Gluten Free Mini Whipped Chocolate Ganache Whoopie Pies! Think the most moist chocolate brownies cakes with smooth […]

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 […]

Warm Asparagus Salad with Walnut Bread Crumbs

Warm Asparagus Salad with Walnut Bread Crumbs Giving you Spring on a plate. I mean sweet sweet pea greens with fresh asparagus perfectly peeled with all the butter, cheese, basil and walnuts you can handle. It’s a fancy looking salad or side dish – but without the fuss. Grab your ingredients Sweet pea greens Asparagus […]

Steak Bite Salad with Homemade Italian Dressing

Steak Bite Salad with Homemade Italian Dressing Perfectly seasoned steak bites with all the Italian spices, simple and classic salad additions, like carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes. Step it up with herb goat cheese, hard boiled eggs and pickled red onion. It’s seriously delicious. Looking for a light, yet filling and tasty new salad? Well, this […]

One Pan Green Enchilada Chicken + Rice Skillet

One Pan Green Enchilada Chicken + Rice Skillet Give me all that moist and cheesy chicken and creamy rice. Layers of peppers with green chile enchilada sauce – yes, it’s good. One pan meals have my heart. The flavors really develop so much more – plus less dishes and serving it in the skillet is […]

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 […]

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 […]

Smoky Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese with Kale

Smoky Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese with Kale Yes, I did a thing. Homemade Mac and Cheese will never look the same again. Whoa. I’m excited about this one. It’s creamy with hint of smoked paprika, the pasta has a bite and is salted with Parmesan, rich bone broth cooked sweet potatoes and KALE. Yes, […]

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 […]

Quick Beef Shepherd’s Pie

Quick Beef Shepherd’s Pie If you could make this in less than 25 minutes, would you? Well, you can do just that. It’s a great comfort meal, weeknight meal and yes, even gluten free. I love serving it with potatoes on the side – even mashed sweet potatoes are so good with this. This meal […]

Quick Ginger Pork Stir Fry

Quick Ginger Pork Stir Fry Think salty and sweet with a bit of heat, crunch and tender pork pieces. Ground pork makes this recipe come together in less than 10 minutes. Yes, that’s right. An amazing dinner on your table in 10 minutes. So much sauce. Coconut aminos make up the sauce. Seriously, one ingredient […]

Mexican Chicken + Chickpea Salad

Mexican Chicken + Chickpea Salad Lightened up and reinvented Mexican Chopped Salad. Just imagine all the little nuggets of spice rubbed chicken with chickpeas, creamy goat cheese and crunchy bell peppers. The mixed greens, lime, cilantro and honey bring it all together to make an easy twist on a Mexican Chopped Salad. I love the […]

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 […]

Peanut Curry Sweet Potato + Carrot Soup

Curry Sweet Potato + Carrot Soup with Peanuts Who doesn’t need an easy soup this time of year. I just love everything about this one. It’s easy – yes, I already said that. Filled with all the healthy things while being light yet filling. Sweet potatoes and carrots blend up so nicely – all their […]

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. […]

Instant Pot Beef Short Rib Carnitas

Instant Pot Beef Short Rib Carnitas These Instant Pot beef short rib carnitas might sound fancy, but they’re secretly one of the easiest weeknight dinners you’ll ever make. Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly tender, these beef carnitas taste like they slow-cooked all day — but thanks to the Instant Pot, you can have them ready in […]

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 […]

Classic + Basic Roasted Whole Chicken

Classic + Basic Roasted Whole Chicken Classic + Basic Roasted Whole Chicken Classic. Basic. Delicious. A must-have recipe in every home cook’s kitchen. There’s something truly comforting about a perfectly roasted chicken — the aroma, the golden skin, the juicy meat, and that pan full of natural drippings that turns into pure gold. While roasting […]

Peppermint White Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Peppermint White Chocolate Sugar Cookies Your favorite sugar cookie with a tender bite, full of amazing peppermint chips and just the right amount of white chocolate drizzle and festive sprinkles. Just perfect. These sugar cookies are chewy and not crumbly. Not overly sweet with hints of peppermint and creamy white chocolate. I love the crunch […]

Gluten Free Chewy Ginger Cookie with White Chocolate Dip

Gluten Free Chewy Ginger Cookies with White Chocolate Dip You are going to love these. They are chewy with crispy edges. Full of all the ginger and molasses flavors. Sugary with a bite of creamy white chocolate on one side. Make them festive with a few sprinkles or leave them out. I love gifting these […]

Gluten Free Chocolate Mocha Crinkle Cookies

Gluten Free Chocolate Mocha Crinkle Cookies OMG. I know, I just wrote that. These cookies are pure gold…without the actual gold. They will be gone before you are cleaned up. I promise, these are worth it. They are chewy – basically the perfect chewy texture I’ve ever made gluten free before. Shiny and with a […]

Lemon Poppyseed Sour Cream Cakes with Vanilla Bean Glaze

Lemon Poppyseed Sour Cream Cakes with Vanilla Bean Glaze Tender and moist cakes filled with triple the lemon flavor, a simple sugar glaze and all the tiny pops of poppyseeds. Aren’t they so cute? These are the best lemon cakes (muffins) I’ve made YET! Sour cream, milk, sugar, eggs and all the vanilla and lemon […]

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 […]

Crispy Honey Chickpea + Avocado Salad with Tahini Dressing

Crispy Honey Chickpea + Avocado Salad with Tahini Dressing There are no words. My mind is blank. You just have to try this salad. All the combinations, colors and that dressing. Ah. Salty, sweet, crispy, creamy, tender + garlic. Well, all the flavors and textures in this one. Hints of honey both in the tahini […]

Chewy Gingersnap Sandwich Cookies

Chewy Gingersnap Sandwich Cookies What’s more perfect for this festive holiday season than some good old fashion gingersnap cookies?! BUT, wait, they are updated with a crispy outside and tender chewy inside with a simple cinnamon vanilla bean buttercream to make them cute little sandwiches. Hints of ginger, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg – make for […]

Chicken Enchilada Meatballs

Chicken Enchilada Meatballs Chicken Enchilada Meatballs — A Weeknight Favorite Tender chicken meatballs, flavored with smoked paprika, shallots, garlic, and melted cheese, all simmered in a rich, zesty enchilada sauce — this dish is everything you want in a cozy weeknight meal. The best part? It’s all done in one pan and ready in under […]

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 […]

Iced Oatmeal Molasses Cookies

Iced Oatmeal Molasses Cookies These Iced Oatmeal Molasses Cookies may just be the best chewy gluten free cookie I’ve ever baked. They’re soft, pillowy oatmeal cookies packed with warm molasses, hints of ginger, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Each cookie is dipped in a simple sweet glaze, giving them that snowy, mountain-cap look every good iced […]

One Pan Broccoli Cheddar Chicken + Rice

One Pan Broccoli Cheddar Chicken + Rice When the feeling for broccoli cheddar soup hits you but you also want some comfort of jasmine rice and protein from chicken…well, you make this recipe. This One Pan Broccoli Cheddar Chicken + Rice is a huge hit with kids, adults and everyone in between. Let the title […]

Gluten Free Apple Tart

Gluten Free Apple Tart Apple tart is very popular in my house. Thanks to my mother in law (hi!) who at every family gathering makes sure to have at least 2 or even 5 apples tarts on the counter, waiting for her family to enjoy. It’s a treat – her version is loaded with sugar, […]

Instant Pot Fall Short Rib Pot Roast

Instant Pot Fall Short Rib Pot Roast My Fall menu for my clients came out last month. I keep some favorites on there but add about 30 new items every few months to liven things up a bit. We all get in a rut with what we cook, what we order at restaurants and what […]

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 […]

Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta

Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Butternut squash pasta screams Fall. It’s creamy, healthy, full of all the flavors and it requires minimal cooking. By roasting the squash with olive oil, shallots, salt and pepper – you let the oven to the work. Let it cool slightly, pour everything in a blender with some bone broth (or […]

Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies

Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies Yes — paleo cookies do exist, and these Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies might just be the easiest and most delicious ones you’ll ever make. With a super short, clean ingredients list—almond butter, coconut sugar, cacao powder, eggs, salt, and cacao chips—this recipe proves that simple baking can still taste indulgent. Everything […]

Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake

Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake If you only make one pumpkin recipe this Fall, please let it be this. Make it gluten free, lower in sugar but without compromising the taste. It’s a winner. This Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake has all the flavors of pumpkin spice, with a dence but light cake […]

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 […]

Mojo Chicken Sheet Pan Bake

Mojo Chicken Sheet Pan Bake This Mojo Chicken Sheet Pan Bake is the kind of weeknight chicken dinner you’ll want to make on repeat. The bold citrus-garlic mojo marinade is spicy, tangy, salty, and bright — everything you want in a flavorful easy chicken recipe. And since it’s cooked entirely on a sheet pan, it’s […]

Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies Chewy and tender cookies with all the nutty brown butter, thick oats, rich dark brown sugar and vanilla bean paste with the best chocolate chunks.  These are really so good. They bake under 8 minutes, leaving them perfectly cooked. I used my current favorite gluten free flour blend with […]

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 […]

Chocolate Dipped Salted Peanut Butter Cookies

Chocolate Dipped Salted Peanut Butter Cookies Oh my gosh – the smooth combination of peanut butter and chocolate, with hints of flake salt. So delicious. The color contrast along with the textures and flakey consistency. You won’t be able to have just one! They are classic. Everyone needs a peanut butter cookie recipe in their […]

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 […]

Brown Butter Butternut Squash Noodle + Spicy Garlic Basil Pork

Brown Butter Butternut Squash + Spicy Garlic Basil Pork Fill your fork with a huge bite of this seasonal comfort food. Tender squash with the best ground pork, shallots, garlic and red pepper flakes. Pile on the parmesan cheese, basil and spinach. I can’t get enough. It’s healthy. Gluten free. Can be dairy free – […]

Fall Apple Cider Cake with Pecan Allspice Crumb

Fall Apple Cider Cake with Pecan Allspice Crumb This cake is nothing short of amazing. Like incredible status. Just saying. The details are simple. Concentrated apple cider, high quality gluten free flour, seasonal spices AND that crumb is made simply with pecans, brown sugar and allspice. Layers of fresh apples and cinnamon sugar cover each […]

Gluten Free Zucchini and Roasted Garlic Lasagna

Gluten Free Zucchini and Roasted Garlic Lasagna Just a simple vegetarian lasagna recipe with tons of zucchini. The extra step of roasted garlic add so much – plus you finally see my favorite and easy béchamel cream sauce. I kept it easy using a favorite marinara sauce, fresh lasagna noodles and high quality fresh ricotta […]

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 […]

Parmesan Chicken Meatball Spaghetti Squash Bowls

Parmesan Chicken Meatball Spaghetti Squash Bowls Ok the tile is a mouthful but totally worth mentioning everything. A simple recipe full of cheese, garlic and spices…PLUS squash. So it’s totally guilt free. Parmesan Chicken Meatball Spaghetti Squash Bowls are perfect for this Monday evening. Salty Parmesan cheese and lots of herbs with tender chicken all sauced […]

Meatball + Pasta Broth Soup with Pesto

Meatball + Pasta Broth Soup with Pesto A light yet flavorful broth with vegetables and herbs swimming along. Add in your favorite gluten free pasta, pesto and of course the delicate meatballs. It’s a simple soup to make mid week and that everyone at your table will enjoy. Keep the meatballs and pasta separate until […]

Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins

Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins Mouthful’s of cinnamon, brown sugar and crispy apples. It’s basically Fall in your mouth. Your house will smell amazing and your stomach will be happy too. Following my basic muffin recipe, similar to my Lemon Blueberry Muffins and my Classic Gluten Free Coffee Cake Muffins, I changed it up slightly by […]