On chilly winter nights there’s nothing more cozy than a bowl of soup or stew. Curries are one of my favorite meals – so flavorful and simple. Naturally gluten and dairy-free, this dish suits a wide variety of dietary needs. Serve this with rice, quinoa or rice noodles. So tasty! 2. Add onion, garlic and … Beef and Mango Curry
Frittatas are a great make-ahead breakfast to enjoy all week along. This version has a combination of caramelized chicken sausage, sweet bell peppers and nutty, creamy goat cheese (a perfect flavor combination). Serve this with fresh fruit or buttered toast for a tasty and filling way to start the day! 3. Add bell peppers and … Chicken Sausage, Bell Pepper and Goat Cheese Frittata
I recently tried this spice for the first time and I am hooked! Gochugaru is a coarsely ground Korean chili powder (similar to crushed red pepper flakes in texture). It’s traditionally made from sun-dried peppers without the seeds, giving it a slightly sweet flavor. This buttery, garlicky and spicy sauce is perfect with shrimp! Serve … Gochugaru Shrimp
I love a big salad with lots of different colors, flavors and textures. This chopped salad starts with a bed of buttery lettuce, is topped with a rainbow of veggies and finished with honey roasted peanuts (my fave). The dressing is the true star here though – the combination of vinegar, sesame, honey and miso … Chopped Salad with Sesame-Miso Dressing
Potato chips are one of my favorite snacks (especially kettle-cooked!) and we had quite a bit leftover after this weekend’s festivities. I decided to use the chips we had left to create the perfect crunchy coating for these chicken tenders. This recipe could not be simpler, and I like the that these tenders are less … Potato Chip Crusted Chicken Tenders
As family starts to roll into town, I always have a plan for easily feeding a crowd and pasta is definitely a simple solution. This pasta sauce provides just the right amount of heat and the rigatoni is the perfect vessel to soak up all those yummy San Marzano tomato juices. Serve this with a … Zesty Turkey Sausage Rigatoni
If you’re like most people this time of year, you probably have some leftovers veggies, cheese and ham in your fridge from the holiday festivities. This soup is a perfect way to utilize those ingredients! The Swiss cheese toasts compliment the salty ham perfectly and the beans and veggies help make this a complete meal. … Ham and White Bean Soup with Swiss Cheese Toasts
It’s a good time of year to stock up on canned pumpkin because it’s most likely going to be on sale. It adds wonderful flavor to this quick bread but I also love using it in pancakes, cookies and even chili. Serve this bread at your upcoming holiday brunch and prepare to wow your guests! … Pumpkin Bread with Maple Chai Glaze
With the holidays right around the corner, I like to start thinking of new side dish ideas to bring to the table for gatherings with friends and family. Beets are one of my favorite veggies and I love them roasted or pickled. In this recipe I combine roasted beets with a simple citrus vinaigrette, fresh … Roasted Beets with Fresh Herbs and Feta
This weekend we went to go pick out some pumpkins for the front porch and ended up getting a whole variety of squash (and apples) at the farmers market. Delicata squash is one of my favorite kinds because it’s relatively easy to slice and you can eat the peel. Serve this with any roasted or … Roasted Squash with Browned Butter and Crispy Sage
