I feel like I’m constantly multi-tasking, so I love recipes where the oven does most of the work for me. Words can’t even describe how good this beef is – the red wine adds a wonderful depth of flavor and provides a perfect pan sauce for the beef. I served ours with celery root puree, … Red Wine Braised Pot Roast
When I have a little extra time at the beginning of the week, I love being able to prep a few breakfasts to enjoy throughout the busy work week. Pancakes are one of my favorites because they stay fresh in the fridge and only take a minute or so to reheat in the microwave. These … Pumpkin Yogurt Pancakes
I could eat this salad any time of day. The flavors of the peppery arugula, sweet sundried tomatoes and salty pancetta compliment one another perfectly. And the creamy hard boiled egg and crunchy roasted potatoes add great texture. Serve this with crusty bread and butter and a glass of crisp, cold white wine. Cheers! 1. … Arugula and Roasted Potato Salad with Warm Pancetta Vinaigrette
With school back in session, it’s good to plan meals that are easy to pack as leftovers the next day. This noodle salad is so fresh and flavorful and is great served hot or cold. If you have some picky eaters, you can definitely leave off the tofu or swap in diced chicken. Serve this … (Peanut-Free) Thai Noodle Salad with Baked Tofu
I stopped by a farmers market this past weekend and picked up some early season apples. Nothing beats the taste of freshly picked apples from a local farm! This dish celebrates those flavors by combining them with pork tenderloin and buttery, flaky phyllo dough. This dish is so simple to make, yet tastes elegant. 1. … Pork Tenderloin in Phyllo with Sautéed Apples
August is my favorite month for produce. The selection is so vast, but I adore fresh corn, tomatoes and peaches. This frittata is perfectly balanced thanks to the salty feta and sweetness of the corn and sundried tomatoes. And the variety of fresh herbs that are added to the succotash provide another layer of delicious … Feta Frittata with Herbed Sweet Corn Succotash
Chocolate and coffee are one of my favorite combos. I’ve been known to need a cup of coffee (or two) in the morning to get myself motivated. These truffles are chock-full of good-for-you ingredients like almonds, oats and hemp seed, but they taste like a decadent dessert. And because they’re vegan, gluten-free (if you use … Raw Chocolate Espresso Truffles
This cool, crisp wedge salad is the perfect summer lunch or dinner. If you’re a fan of blue cheese like I am, you will love this homemade chunky blue cheese dressing. It pairs wonderfully with the sweet cherry tomatoes and salty bacon. The warm breadcrumbs on top add great crunch and nuttiness. I recommend pairing … Blue Cheese Wedge Salad with Toasty Breadcrumbs
It’s cherry season and that means it’s time to scoop some up from the farmers market and grocery store while they are at their sweetest. Adding them to burgers adds great flavor and helps to keep the burgers nice and juicy. The goat cheese and basil pesto helps to compliment the burger by adding another … Cherry Burgers with Goat Cheese Pesto
We have officially entered picnic and camping season and most of the time that means some planning ahead in order to make sure everyone has a variety of fun food to try. In recent years, it seems there are at least 1 or 2 people who need some gluten-free items on the menu. While I … Grain-Free Tuna Artichoke Pasta Salad
