Pappardelle pasta is the wider version of a fettuccine noodle and I absolutely love it with seafood, braised short ribs or bolognese sauce. This pasta has comfort food written all over it – garlicky, buttery shrimp with cheesy noodles. To balance it out, add extra greens into the pasta mix or serve some roasted vegetables … Garlic Shrimp Pappardelle Pasta
If I could think of one dish that I make all the time in the summer it’s caprese. I always look forward to pairing juicy tomatoes with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil from my garden. These wraps are a perfectly portable way to enjoy those flavors on-the-go or on your next outdoor adventure. If prepping … Caprese Salad Wraps
Sweet summertime – we’ve waited so long for this! I’m kicking off the season by sharing this yummy salad recipe which would be perfect to take on a picnic or to your next gathering. This salad is great on it’s own, but would be wonderful served with grilled chicken or salmon as well. If prepping … Butter Lettuce Salad with Blueberries and Poppyseed Dressing
Kefir is a fermented milk that is similar to a drinkable yogurt – full of probiotics that are good for gut health. On it’s own, kefir can be very sour, so I added fresh mango and honey to this smoothie to provide the perfect balance of sweetness. I also added fresh ginger, cinnamon and cayenne … Fresh Mango Kefir Smoothie
I love using fresh herbs to liven up all kinds of dishes – no exception being potato salad. The dill in this recipe adds wonderful flavor and freshness. Serve this with any grilled meats or seafood. This keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Place potatoes in a large … Dill Potato Salad
Peanut butter and banana is one of my favorite combos. This recipe is the perfect excuse to have cake for breakfast – there’s no added sugar (only banana and pure maple syrup) so it won’t spike your blood sugar and will keep you satisfied until lunchtime. This is obviously also great for dessert or an … Peanut Butter Banana Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
As picnic season approaches, I love having grab-and-go salads in our cooler to enjoy. Coleslaw has always been one of my favorite side dishes – it’s crunchy and tangy and goes really well with grilled meats. The sauce for this coleslaw mimics white BBQ sauce (aka Alabama white sauce). It’s not a sweet sauce like … White BBQ Coleslaw
I love having a variety of healthy snacks on-hand whenever I need a pick-me-up – typically mid-morning or mid-afternoon. These bars are a great balance of carbs, protein and fat and are naturally sweetened. I used almonds and dried cranberries for my add-ins, but feel free to use whatever dried fruit and nuts you have … No-Bake Chocolate Almond Oat Bars
With Easter right around the corner, I’ve been starting to think of some tasty brunch items to include on my menu. This quiche is somewhat unique because it uses phyllo dough for the crust instead of pastry dough, providing a wonderful flaky texture. The creamy and slightly sweet Havarti cheese pairs beautifully with the salty … Bacon, Havarti and Arugula Quiche
Grits are one of my favorite side dishes because they are super creamy and comforting. This side dish is ready in under 10 minutes and packs huge flavor! Serve this with shrimp or sausage and dinner is ready in no time. Boil milk in a medium saucepan. Slowly stir in grits, salt and pepper. 2. … Jalapeno Cheese Grits
