Soup season lasts a long time here in Michigan, so it’s nice to keep a wide variety of soup recipes at the ready for when those cold months start. Soups are one of my favorite meals to prepare because the leftovers are so good and it’s easy to add a ton of veggies. This dish … Meatball, Potato and Kale Soup
Making take-out type dishes at home is so much better in my opinion because you can control the amount of added fat and sugar. I’ve always been a big fan of lo mein – it’s super comforting and reheats well. This version is full of fiber thanks to the boatload of mushrooms and green cabbage. … Chicken and Mushroom Lo Mein
Fall is officially here! I love seeing a wide variety of apples and squash at the market and it always get my mind spinning, trying to think of new ways to use them. While often used in sweet recipes, the sweet/tart flavor of an apple blends really well with sharp cheeses (like cheddar). This is … White Cheddar Mac and Cheese with Caramelized Onion and Apple
August is the perfect month to enjoy summer produce. The farmer’s market is bustling with sweet corn, peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, you name it. I have fond memories of spending time with my grandma in the summertime and stopping at farm stands to get sweet corn to enjoy with our dinner. Sweet corn is great in … Sweet Corn and Cheese Enchiladas
I absolutely adore farm-fresh tomatoes in the summer time. Nothing compares to their sweet flavor, and when roasted the tomatoes become even more sweet and juicy. Sheet pan dinners are one of the best ways to get dinner on the table fast and not have a ton of dishes to do after dinner (more time … Sheet Pan Gnocchi and Tomatoes with Arugula Pesto
This stew reheats beautifully, making it a perfect meal prep item to add to your list of meals for the week. The tomatoes and peppers add freshness and the Cajun seasoning, cumin and paprika provide a wonderful smoky and spicy combo of flavors. Serve this with brown rice, quinoa or couscous. Heat 1 tablespoon of … Cajun Chicken and Andouille Sausage Stew
Fried rice is one of my favorite take-out foods. It’s affordable and always reheats well for lunch or dinner the next day. Making your own at home is pretty simple to do, and I also enjoy the fact that you can then control the amount of sodium by making your own sauce. This rice has … Beef and Broccoli Fried Rice
I have fond memories of eating beef stroganoff growing up, but it often wasn’t made from scratch. This recipe is super simple, requires one pan and tastes like it’s been stewing all day long. Unlike my husband, I have always been more of a “meat on the side” type, meaning that I love having more … Mushroom Lover’s Beef Stroganoff
Typically I get two different types of clients – ones that love fish or ones that say it’s too fishy. For those “too fishy” people, I always challenge them to try halibut. It’s incredibly mild and has a wonderful meaty texture. Like most fish, it pairs really nicely with citrus. Poaching it in olive oil … Olive Oil Poached Halibut with Cherry Tomatoes & Olives
Getting clients to enjoy vegetables in fun and new ways has been a passion of mine for quite some time now. This sauce is one of my favorites to enjoy throughout the week because it reheats nicely and the flavors really meld if you make it a day or two ahead of time. It’s chock-full … Lentil Bolognese Sauce
