This is my favorite type of meal – quick, fresh and full of flavor. The crisp butter lettuce leaves make a perfect bed for the toasty tofu cubes and crunchy garnishes. And this sauce is deliciously sweet and spicy. If you have any leftover tofu, this also works great served over rice noodles. 1. Preheat … Baked Tofu Lettuce Wraps with Sweet Chili Sauce
I don’t eat paleo all the time, but I do enjoy baking with paleo flour because it’s lower carb so it helps to keep my blood sugar steady. We often don’t put cookie and breakfast together in the same sentence, but these are an exception. They are chock full of good-for-you ingredients and will keep … Paleo Pumpkin Breakfast Cookie
It’s tailgate season and that means lots of grilled meats and veggies with tons of side dishes and snacks are being served. This potato salad is just begging to be paired with a burger. I’ve always loved anything pickled, so this dressing is my absolute fave. And this is a dish that gets better the … Roasted Purple Potato and Pepper Salad with Dill Pickle Dressing
We recently visited a goat farm in Fennville where they were selling fresh goat cheese (so good). I sampled several kinds, but I absolutely loved the classic plain. If you haven’t tried goat cheese baked, you’re missing out. This appetizer is so incredibly simple, making it perfect for any holiday party coming up. The jalapeño … Baked Jalapeño Goat Cheese Dip with Dried Cherry and Toasted Almond Garnish
Graham flour is similar to whole wheat flour, but it’s more coarsely ground and contains all of the germ, oil and fiber from the whole wheat kernel. It’s super nutritious and flavorful and it works perfectly in this waffle recipe. I just picked apples yesterday, so I was excited to start making recipes with them. … Graham Flour Apple Waffles
Scallops are amazing no matter how you prepare them – but this sauce takes it over the top. I love the combination of sautéed shallots, ginger and garlic. What really makes the sauce special is sambal (chili garlic sauce) which you can find in the Asian section of most grocery stores. Serve these scallops over … Grilled Scallops with Ginger Shallot Sauce
Nothing beats a meal that’s healthy and flavorful that also only requires one pan to clean-up. I LOVE roasted cabbage and and it’s especially delicious combined with balsamic. This meal is gluten-free, protein-packed and on the table in less than 30 minutes. Dinner is served! 1. Preheat oven to 475. Line a large baking sheet … Sheet-Pan Skirt Steak with Roasted Cabbage, Chickpeas and Balsamic Vinaigrette
I’m taking advantage of as many sunny, warm grilling days as I can get. Although not a hugely popular cut of meat, the turkey tenderloin is a wonderful lean cut with tons of protein (one serving has 0.5g of fat and 28g of protein!). The spicy chili rub in the recipe is so tasty and … Chili Rubbed Turkey Tenderloin with Spicy Melon Salsa
With fall right around the corner, I’ve started to see some beautiful pears at the store. The Bartlett pear I used for this tart was nicely ripened and super sweet, making it a perfect pairing for some aged salty cheddar. Puff pastry is a great go-to ingredient when you want a quick appetizer with a … Caramelized Onion, Pear and Aged Cheddar Phyllo Tart
For those of you who know my cooking style, you know I’m a pesto girl. It’s my favorite sauce because it’s literally ready in under a minute, but it adds amazing freshness and flavor to so many dishes. With fall right around the corner, I’m ready for apple season. I like the addition of apple … Pan-Seared Salmon with Apple Almond Pesto
