Growing up, I used to love picking raspberries in my Grandpa’s garden this time of year. The berries were bursting with sweetness and he would turn them into delicious pies and jams. My mom picked some for me at a local farm a few days ago and I was so excited to enjoy them! I … Raspberry Crumb Bars
Fall is right around the corner and I’m starting to brainstorm all the fun ways I can use fall produce. Locally-grown pears become available in late August in west Michigan so I was excited to scoop some up earlier this week. This pizza has a layer of blended cottage cheese which provides creaminess and a … Creamy Gorgonzola and Pear Pizza
Is there a better side dish than creamy, cheesy risotto? This baked version is a much simpler method of making the classic rice dish – no standing at the stove and stirring! I added zucchini, summer squash, sweet corn and white cheddar to mine, making it the perfect summer side for grilled meats or seafood. … Cheesy Zucchini and Sweet Corn Baked Risotto
Peach season is one of my favorite times of year. The weather is beautiful and the summer fruit and veggies here in west Michigan are abundant! The peach glaze on top of this chicken is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Serve this with rice, quinoa or cornbread and a side of veggies for … Pan-Seared Chicken with Jalapeno Peach Glaze
I planted some tomatoes back in the June and now my plants are bursting with tomatoes! I love eating them straight from the vine. There’s so many ways to enjoy them, but pan-roasting the tomatoes like I did in this recipe makes them extra sweet and caramelized. They are the perfect topper for this creamy, … Creamy Polenta with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
To me, refreshing salads like this one define summer dining. This dish comes together quickly and is full of flavor. Serve this with salmon, chicken or lo mein noodles for delicious and nutritious meal! 2. Add cucumbers, onion, peanuts, cilantro and mint and toss gently to combine. 3. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve … Thai Cucumber Salad
Blueberry season in west Michigan is a special time – it is the beginning of peak summer produce and I love to stock up. The locally-grown berries are so sweet and delicious and the perfect addition to these muffins. The cornbread-like batter bakes up beautifully and creates a golden brown, crunchy top. Serve these with … Blueberry Cornmeal Muffins
Salmon is one of my favorite proteins – it cooks quickly, has meaty texture and is very nutrient dense. The marinade on this fish has a great balance of sweet, spicy and salty. I served mine with orzo but this would also be great with mashed potatoes, quinoa or a leafy green salad. 3. Place … Firecracker Salmon
Canned tuna is one of my favorite foods to keep on-hand in our pantry. It’s chock-full of protein (around 28 grams in 4 ounces!) and very affordable. These patties can be served in a variety of ways, but I recommend serving them with roasted veggies, pasta or salad. You could also put them on buns … Crispy Parmesan Dill Tuna Patties
Orzo pasta is so versatile – it works great in any pasta salad or as a replacement for rice. It cooks to a perfect al dente in just 8 minutes, so this dish is super quick to put together. We served ours with pork tenderloin and a leafy green salad which was a great combo, … Orzo with Veggies and Feta
