With fall right around the corner, I am always quick to jump on the “cooking with pumpkin” bandwagon because it not only adds great flavor but also a healthy dose of nutritional benefits. This curry is so simple (since the slow cooker does most of the work), but the complex flavors make it seem gourmet. … Slow Cooker Pumpkin Cashew Curry
If you’re looking for a light meal or appetizer, look no further. These sweet and spicy lettuce wraps are light and fresh with a wonderful crunch! 1. Combine sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside. 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, … Spicy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This lasagna is so fresh and decadent. While summer begins to wind down, it’s time to take full advantage of all the wonderful produce available at the store and farmer’s market. I decided to use corn, green beans, eggplant and zucchini, but you can add whatever veggies you like. The parsley pesto adds an extra … Summer Vegetable Lasagna with Parsley Walnut Pesto
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
It’s watermelon season! While great on it’s own (and oh so refreshing), I wanted to use it in a recipe. This salsa is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy and the avocado adds a nice creamy bite. Feel free to use whatever you fish you like, but I think flaky cod works great. If … Fish Tacos with Watermelon and Avocado Salsa
1. Combine salsa ingredients in a food processor for about 5 seconds (you want it to be slightly chunky). Transfer to a bowl. 2. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray and turn heat to medium high. Season tilapia on both sides with salt and cook for 3 minutes per side. 3. Serve tilapia topped … Tilapia with Pina Colada Salsa
Cherry season is upon us (I think I ate a whole pound last night – no joke). Although cherries are great in baked goods, they also pair wonderfully with pork, chicken and fish. This salsa wakes up your taste buds thanks to the sweet cherries and mango, spicy jalapeno and cooling mint. If you have … Pork Tenderloin with Cherry-Mango Relish
As you all know, it’s one of my goals in life to get everyone to enjoy vegetables. You know it’s a successful dinner when your meat-loving husband goes back for seconds and there isn’t an ounce of meat. However, this meal is still super packed with protein, fiber and flavor! The chipotle crema on top … Sweet Potato and White Bean Patties with Avocado Chipotle Crema
I absolutely love the combination of sweet and salty and this sauce definitely covers all those flavors. We always have olives in the fridge and I never thought of pairing them with dates, but once they’re paired with the yummy, buttery roasted chicken and toasty pinenuts, it totally works. This meal would be wonderful for … Roasted Chicken with Olives, Dates and Toasted Pinenuts
Lately I’ve been trying to challenge myself to cook dinners that are 15 dollars or less to convince my clients that cooking healthy food on a budget is totally do-able. This meal is not only inexpensive, but it packs so much nutritional value. And while zucchini isn’t everyone’s favorite veggie because it has a tendency … Parmesan Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles
