Shopping at the farmers market in the winter means a lot of root vegetables. During one of my recent trips, I was talking to a farmer about different types of potatoes and he recommended I try these baby German butterball potatoes. Their tiny shape make them perfect for a small bite appetizer. Whether you make … Bacon Wrapped Butterball Potatoes with Honey Mustard Dip
Tis the season for entertaining and I am always thinking of new and exciting appetizers to serve. Many of the appetizers served around the holidays can be pretty calorie-laden, so I figured I would share a recipe that is not only delicious, but also good for you. These also make a great make-ahead lunch served … Chicken Meatballs with Avocado Feta Dip
Gnocchi (aka potato dumplings) are one of the ultimate comfort foods. They are like little potato clouds of goodness! And when you roast them, the outside gets nice and crispy – making them even more delicious. The sweet roasted tomatoes add beautiful color and flavor. For the pesto, I decided to use brazil nuts … Crispy Gnocchi and Tomatoes with Brazil Nut Pesto
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
