Weeknight meals can be tricky. It’s good to keep recipes like this one around because it’s on the table in less than 25 minutes (and the flavors taste like it’s been stewing all day). Lots of people are afraid of eggplant, but I find it adds great texture (and nutrition) to sauces. This sauce is … Eggplant Caponata Pasta with Shrimp
One word for this meal: flavorful. The miso paste adds a wonderful saltiness which balances perfectly with the agave nectar and toasty sesame seeds in the sauce. The crispy tofu and broccoli add a nice heartiness and the roasted cashews add the perfect nutty, crunchy garnish. This meal is great to pack for lunch as … Tofu, Broccoli and Cashew Stir-Fry with Sesame-Miso Sauce
Growing up in West Virginia, these pepperoni rolls were a staple. My neighbor taught me how to make them when I was in elementary school when she would have my sister and I over to her house for cooking lessons. You could also find these on the school lunch menu and any softball games at … Pepperoni Rolls
I’m always trying to come up with quick meal ideas that I can enjoy throughout the week. These wraps are so flavorful and simple to whip up at the beginning of the week so you can take them to work or throw them in a lunch box. These also work great for dinner with a … Curried Chicken Salad Wraps
Blackberries are one of my favorite fruits. Growing up, my neighbor would pick wild blackberries in his backyard and share them with us so anytime I eat them they instantly remind me of childhood. These toasts are perfect for anyone who is a fan of sweet and salty. The flavor of the salty, crunchy toasts … Gingered Blackberry and Sweet Goat Cheese Toasts
I just can’t seem to kick my craving for sweet corn. It’s so delicious right now! And while it’s great on it’s own, using it in blended soups adds an extra creamy texture without any added cream or milk (making it a great option for your vegan and vegetarian friends). If you’re not a fan … Sweet Corn Gazpacho Shooters
Words can’t describe how good this salad is. I’m not a huge salad person, but when you put crusty bread soaked in olive oil and sweet strawberries on it, I’m sold. Panzanella is an Italian bread salad traditionally made with tomatoes, but I decided to switch it up. The combination of mozzarella, toasty bread and … Strawberry Arugula Panzanella Salad
I’m not sure when it started, but I genuinely enjoy tofu. My husband and I were eating at a Thai restaurant this weekend and he ordered tofu (totally my influence I’m guessing)! If you get tofu that is a good, firm texture, then it’s super simple to cook with. Normally my go-to place to look … Grilled Tofu Kabobs with Spicy Basil Pesto
This time of year, if you grow a garden or you’re part of community supported agriculture (CSA), you have a lot of zucchini or summer squash on your hands. While it’s tasty sautéed with some butter and garlic, I like adding it to baked goods and meatloaf for added moisture. These mini meatloaves are great … Mini Zucchini Turkey Meatloaves
This recipe celebrates some of my favorite items available at the farmers market right now – eggs, sweet corn and tomatoes. Quiche is one of my go-to dishes because it’s good any time of day and you can customize it in so many ways depending on the season. Serve this with a simple arugula salad … Roasted Corn, Tomato and Feta Quiche
