This recipe is really about the importance of brining your meat! If you treat your meat to a good brine, you can do almost anything you want to it and it will be moist and delicious. I was in the mood for something sweet, so I took beautiful Heritage Pork chops from the farm and grilled them with an amazing fig jam that I picked up too.
Read MoreLiving a gluten free lifestyle may sound overwhelming when you are first beginning the journey, but in today's food world, there are so many options its impossible not to be satisfied. Most people that ask me questions, start with saying they can't live without bread or pasta.
Read MoreDo you love Chinese take out, but don’t love the questionable ingredients they use? Take out used to be on repeat a few times a month, and it was great to have the night off from cooking, but I never felt good after eating it. I tried making different concoctions using good ingredients, but it always fell short.
Read MoreI think I could eat mexican food on the daily. These Green Chili Enchiladas can be elavated making everything from scratch or you can make your life easy by buying a rotisserie chicken and a good quality green chili salsa at the store. Either way, this makes a delicious Lunch or light dinner and can easily be adjusted to fit grain free and gluten free lifestyles.
Read MoreThis Shrimp Piccata is the best fast food you will ever eat. Do you know how quick shrimp cooks? The sauce is lemony, buttery and light at the same time…one skillet, easy and ready to go in 15 minutes. Did I sell you yet?
Read MoreSummer is BBQ season. Everything cooked outside, fresh ingredients, sunshine and delicious simple food. These Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are all flavor, tenderness and easy! The thing about Kabobs is, you can make them in hundreds of different combinations of proteins, vegetable and marinades. Really this is a recipe to inspire you to put ingredients on a stick and start grilling, so switch it up to your own likes and make something you love.
Read MoreThere is a great story behind this recipe. Spaghett squash is an amazing vegetable all on it’s own, but add marinara sauce, cheese and fresh herbs, then we are on to something. My husband came home a while back and announced he wanted to become Vegan. Backstory is, I am Paleo…sometimes Paleoish, but I LOVE MEAT!
Read MoreThis recipe is a throw back to my childhood, but more importantly, if you were raised in an Italian family like I was, simple pasta dishes with vegetable were a staple. It most likely began as a meal that families could afford and at the same time, nutritious too.
Read MoreIf I told you I had an amazing 10 minute dinner for you, would you be in? This is a simple pork skillet with the most delicious pan sauce that that takes minutes to put together and is perfect for any night of the week. I have access to precut organic pork chops, that the butcher cuts about 1/2 inch thick. If this is not available to you, you can buy a roast and slice it yourself.
Read MoreI can’t believe it has taken this long to get this up on the Blog! This Thai Chicken Stew shows up often on the dinner table. The biggest reason is… it is so easy to make, it is really healthy, it only takes one pot and I can just go on and on!
Read MoreI’m not sure about you, but with 3 busy kids, I need easy weeknight meals. I did this Chicken Fried Rice completely backwards, but it turned out fantastic. What I mean by backwards is, I made everything from scratch and the whole purpose of it is to use leftovers, so the prep time is SIMPLE!
Read MoreEasy week night pasta dishes have become my go to dinner when I run out of time and money! Pasta gets a bad rap for being unhealthy and not so good for you, but there are so many healthy options on the market today, that it seems crazy not to jump in!
Read MoreQuick ground beef recipes are my go to on busy nights and these Korean Beef Bowls get applause everytime! You have two options for the same recipe. You can top a bowl of white organic rice with all of the ingredients for a hearty meal or you can make a lettuce wrap for a light lunch. My favorite way to do things is…
Read MoreGround Turkey was just not in my wheelhouse for so long. I didn’t go there, didn’t think about it and really thought anything that was made from turkey meat was dry, bland and boring. Guess what, I was wrong… I found a way to make the Ultimate Healthy Turkey Burger and it has changed my meal prep rotation most weeks.
Read MoreCan you think of anything easier than a Sheet Pan Dinner? A small amount of effort for such a big gain! I can’t begin to tell you that this Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas is a number one favorite in the house. I can make it in minutes and the cleanup is even easier.
Read MoreEasy dinners are my thing lately, and I’m sure no one would argue with me about that! If you juggle work, kids, everyday life, it is stressful to have a healthy dinner prepared. This Cheesy Polenta with Sausage, Peppers and Onions is crazy, simple to put together and is satisfying as anything!
Read MoreCan you think of anything better than NACHOS!!!
Seriously, I can eat Mexican food everyday and be completely satisfied. The best part about this easy snack or light dinner, is you can top it with what you like.
Read MoreIt’s really about putting it all together… Roasted Chicken Thighs can take on any flavor. They can fit into any diet and they are way inexpensive, so you need to fit them into your meal rotation. These Roasted Chicken Thighs with Japanese sweet potatoes and escarole is a perfect meal when you are in a hurry. It is perfect if you are trying to eat cleaner and it is perfect, because it is just easy and delicious!
Read MoreQuick, delicious, weeknight dinners are the end all when you are trying to maintain health and sanity. Feeding my kids homemade, real food is very important to me, but like most parents, time is hard to come by. This One Dish Chicken Enchiladas, is really fast and conveniently make ahead. You can get two dinners out of this which is another homerun!
Read MorePressure cooking has me hooked. Last Mother’s Day my present was an Instant Pot and I’m in love. From the best hard boiled eggs ever to the fastest bone broth and all of my favorite soups, this little machine creates intense flavor and quick dinners. I am still creating and testing, but one of our favorites is this basic Chicken Soup.
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