In preparation for the delicious summer veggies that are to come, I couldn’t help myself from making a recipe that highlights them. This pasta is the perfect summer lunch or side dish for grilled chicken or fish at dinner. The pappardelle (egg pasta) soaks up all the juices from the roasted veggies and the goat … Pappardelle Pasta with Roasted Summer Vegetables and Goat Cheese
I feel like everyone loves foods that are bite-sized – especially when they are this pretty (and tasty!). The cool, creamy lemon cheesecake filling combined with the nutty almond crust and tart blackberries is so summery and refreshing that these will, without a doubt, wow your crowd. And the fact that they are no-bake means … Mini Lemon Cheesecakes with Blackberry-Basil Topping
With a background in vegan and vegetarian cooking, sometimes I find myself craving a meatless meal (and why not when it’s this delicious?). Cauliflower is such a versatile vegetable – people are using it to substitute rice, to make pizza crust and bread and to substitute potatoes for a lower carb mash. I love … Pesto Cauliflower Steaks with Smoky Romesco Sauce
Grilling season is here! To me, nothing beats the flavor of steak when its marinated and grilled. It cooks super quickly so the meat remains nice and juicy, sealing in that yummy flavor. This marinade is low in salt and sugar, and instead contains a ton of citrus zest and juice and jalapeno for a … Citrus Marinated Skirt Steak
Sunday supper is something I always look forward to. Even if we cook something simple, it’s nice to sit down and enjoy a meal together as a family. This chicken looks elegant, but comes together in no time and the sweet and salty flavor is spot on. If you don’t love goat cheese, simply substitute … Goat Cheese, Apple and Arugula Stuffed Chicken
With picnic and pool party season right around the corner, I’ve started to prepare my list of fun appetizers to serve to my guests. These spring rolls are so fresh and are the perfect cool, crisp snack to serve on a sunny day. The crunchy veggies and creamy tofu and avocado blend wonderfully with the … Tofu and Veggie Spring Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Sauce
Weeknight meals don’t have to be boring. This shrimp bowl is so simple to put together, but offers an amazing amount of protein and vitamins and is naturally gluten-free. The taste reminds me of vacation – the sweet mango is perfect paired with the spicy shrimp and chimichurri. If you don’t like seafood, simply substitute … Chili Shrimp Quinoa Bowl with Mango and Jalapeño Chimichurri
I’ve never met anyone in my life who loves blue cheese more than my Dad. While my parents were visiting this weekend we were discussing the blog and I realized I hadn’t done many (or any) recipes featuring blue cheese. While many people either love it or hate it, I find it’s great when combined … Buffalo Blue Cheese Turkey Burgers with Crunchy Slaw
