This is one dish I can definitely say will satisfy all taste buds and makes great leftovers (served in a sub roll, perhaps!). The sweet peppers and sundried tomatoes in the meatballs balance perfectly with the sauce. If you’re looking to make this dish lighter, simply swap ground chicken or turkey for the beef. 1. … Italian Meatballs with Fire Roasted Tomato Sauce
While it’s not quite tailgate season, sometimes you just need a bowl of hearty chili – and this one does not disappoint! This chili is chock full of vegetables and lean beef and the flavor is taken to the next level thanks to the beer and chipotle peppers. The corn crema adds a nice summery … Chipotle Beer Chili with Roasted Corn Crema
This is what you call a “fork and knife” burger. It’s got just the right amount of cheesy goodness to balance perfectly with the fresh tomato sauce and basil. This sauce, by the way, is my absolute favorite. It’s so simple, but adds such great flavor to the burger. It also works well over pasta … Mozzarella Stuffed Burgers with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Mushrooms and Swiss cheese are a match made in heaven. And while some people despise this vegetable, it has always been one of my favorites. The beefy, satisfying texture of mushrooms compliment any red meat or pizza perfectly. This burger is designed for the ultimate mushroom fan. The mushrooms in this dish are mixed into … Mushroom-Lovers’ Swiss Burgers
A few days ago, I received a bundle of fresh asparagus from the farmer at Morgan Creek. The perfectly green spears were deserving of a gourmet meal. This beef roulade (which simply means “to roll” in French – I like to sound fancy) looks quite impressive, but it’s very simple to make. One of my … Beef and Asparagus Roulade with Warm Gremolata Breadcrumbs
Ever since I was really young, I’ve loved meatloaf. My mom’s was good, but it was also very greasy. Nowadays, I’m all about portion control (being a dietitian just makes you that way). That’s why baking the meatloaf in a muffin tin is the perfect way to know how much to eat. I used a … Mini BBQ Meatloaves
Josh and I ate at a restaurant back in Holland (Michigan, not the country – we’re not that cool) over Christmas break that served all kinds of international dishes. The Hungarian beef goulash on the menu caught our eye (and the pickled beets…my absolute favorite) and it was delicious. The caraway seed and smoky paprika … Hungarian Beef Goulash
Salads are so versatile. The variety of lettuces, protein, dressings and garnishes out there allows one to play with lots of different flavors. Today I was in need of some tropical flavors! I’m a huge fan of mango – it’s slightly sweet and is a great match with lime and cilantro dressing. For the longest … Steak Salad with Mango and Lime
Because my life is normally pretty fast-paced, I enjoy the days where I can come home to something slow-cooked. The flavor profile of meats (particularly beef and pork) that have been cooked this way always seem to have better flavor and texture. Beef brisket is a leaner cut of beef so it needs to braise … Beef Brisket Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema
This past Friday, Josh and I attended a holiday beer and wine tasting. While there, one of the vendors asked if I liked spicy food which lead to me buying a bottle of ghost chili beer! I first saw ghost chilies on an episode of Man vs. Food and all I could think of is … Jen’s Kickin’ Three-Bean Chili
