This is not your ordinary salad. This salad tastes like a warm, gooey grilled cheese placed on top of a salad. The combination of crispy, salty goat cheese with nutty almonds, sweet golden raisins and tangy Dijon vinaigrette makes this a perfect dish for entertaining because you will definitely wow your crowd. I suggest pairing … Baby Romaine Salad with Fried Goat Cheese
This is my favorite type of food. A little bit of comfort, with a whole lot of nutrition. This pasta dish is bulked up with a ton of roasted veggies which add delicious nutty flavor and color. And the flavor combination of spicy hummus and sweet sundried tomatoes will keep you coming back for more. … Spicy Hummus and Roasted Vegetable Pasta
I’ve finally been able to find ground bison in some of our local grocery stores which is exciting because it’s a great source of lean protein and packs amazing flavor. This cabbage soup is chock-full of vegetables, making it a great lunch or dinner option to keep you nourished during these cold winter months. Paired … Ground Bison and Cabbage Soup
I love pizza, but I’m usually not full after just one piece. This frittata has all the wonderful flavors of my favorite mushroom pizza but without all the simple carbs. We enjoyed eating this for breakfast, but it’s great for any meal! I like serving mine with fresh fruit on the side for a sweet … Wild Mushroom Pizza Frittata with Arugula and Shaved Parmesan
Meatballs are always a client favorite. With the Super Bowl right around the corner, these would be the perfect appetizer to bring to your party. These meatballs have such a rich depth of flavor thanks to the variety of sweet, spicy and salty ingredients that make up the sauce. I like to pack up any … Hoisin Glazed Meatballs
Since I have several gluten-free clients, I’ve been experimenting with alternative flours so I can add some new and exciting gluten-free items to my menus. Banana flour is one that I had seen at the grocery store, but was a little skeptical to try. After all, what is banana flour exactly? Turns out they use … Banana Flour Crepes
Sheet pan dinners seem to be all the rage right now – and for good reason. Who wouldn’t love a meal that requires nearly no clean-up? This meal is one where the oven really does most of the work for you. And the ingredients are very minimal – just quality maple syrup, dijon, cherries, olive … Maple-Mustard Cherry Roasted Chicken and Brussels Sprouts
I’m always quick to use canned beans for the convenience, but this weekend I bought some organic dry beans from a local farmer and I’m so happy I did! These beans have an entirely different flavor and tasted much fresher since I was able to control the amount of salt they were cooked in. This … Red Beans and Rice (Instant Pot)
Salmon with pesto is one of my favorite flavor combos, but this isn’t your typical pesto recipe. This pesto consists of walnuts, olives and golden raisins, creating the perfect balance of sweet, salty and nutty flavor. Placed on top of warm, lemony salmon and sprinkled with juicy pomegranate seeds, this is a wonderful dish for … Pan-Seared Salmon with Walnut-Olive Pesto and Pomegranate
Citrus fruit helps to brighten up these cold, dreary days. This salad celebrates those fresh flavors! Serve this salad as is or top it with pan-seared salmon or chicken for an extra protein boost. 1. Place the vinaigrette ingredients in small bowl and whisk to combine. 2. Place spinach in a large bowl and … Grapefruit and Avocado Salad with Cara Cara Orange Vinaigrette
