This is one of those magical meals that comes together in minutes. Peppery homemade Italian dressing, crisp lettuce, artichokes, pepperoni, parmesan and mozzarella are tossed with tender cheese tortellini. It’s a great main dish or side dish! 2. Add lettuce, tortellini, artichokes, pepperoni and parmesan and toss to combine. Add mozzarella and lightly toss again … Cheese Tortellini Chopped Salad
This warm and cozy fish curry is the perfect dish to enjoy on these cold nights. The melt-in-your-mouth red snapper is coated in an extra flavorful curry sauce speckled with sweet bell peppers. Serve this dish with jasmine rice or rice noodles for a quick and easy meal! 2. Melt oil in a large skillet … Snapper with Coconut Curry Sauce
The smell of sweet cinnamon always reminds me of the holidays. Coffee cake has always been one of my favorites, but this one takes those traditional flavors to a new level. I love the crunch the pistachios and walnuts provide to the brown sugar cinnamon topping. Using spelt flour versus white flour provides fiber and … Spelt Cinnamon Streusel Cake
After all of the holiday festivities this weekend I was so ready for a balanced meal. The spinach and sundried tomatoes not only add color to this dish, but they also provide moisture (no dry meatloaf here). The salty feta and the sweet tomatoes are the perfect compliment to one another. Serve this with roasted … Sundried Tomato, Spinach & Feta Turkey Meatloaf
‘Tis officially the season for get-togethers and comfort food. Pimento cheese is one of my favorite simple appetizers to prepare around the holidays. This slightly spicy version is fantastic served as a dip with veggies, crackers or pretzels; it can also be used as a sandwich spread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in … Pepper Jack Pimento Cheese
Getting into the colder months means stocking up on root vegetables (like potatoes, carrots and beets) and cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts). These types of veggies are both great for roasting and they are the perfect pairing with maple and balsamic. The crunchy, toasty pecans add a wonderful texture and flavor … Maple-Balsamic Fall Veggies with Toasted Pecans
With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, it’s a good time to start planning your menu. Side dishes like this red cabbage are so simple to make and add beautiful color to your spread. I also enjoy how this dish is sweet and tangy, which rounds out the richer, saltier holiday sides like mashed potatoes … Braised Cabbage and Apples
I’ve always been a mushroom lover and this dish has them front and center. The buttery mushrooms are delicious paired with nutty gruyere, white cheddar and Parmesan. The rotini noodles soak up the sauce, making each bite extra cheesy. Serve this with a green salad or steamed veggies for a yummy weeknight meal. 2. Add … Gruyere Mushroom Mac and Cheese
Cozy stew season is upon us and I absolutely love coming home to a delicious meal that’s been stewing all day. This recipe could not be easier and it’s one of my favorite ways to load up on protein and veggies. Serve this with cooked rice, quinoa or mashed potatoes. 2. Deglaze the pan with … Crockpot Steak and Peppers
Squash season is upon us and I love cooking with it in a variety of ways – steamed, roasted, pureed…all delicious. This miso marinade is so flavorful – it’s salty/sweet flavor melds perfectly with the sweet squash. This recipe could be made with other varieties of squash as well (such as acorn, kabocha or delicata). … Miso Glazed Squash
