It’s cherry season and that means it’s time to scoop some up from the farmers market and grocery store while they are at their sweetest. Adding them to burgers adds great flavor and helps to keep the burgers nice and juicy. The goat cheese and basil pesto helps to compliment the burger by adding another … Cherry Burgers with Goat Cheese Pesto
We have officially entered picnic and camping season and most of the time that means some planning ahead in order to make sure everyone has a variety of fun food to try. In recent years, it seems there are at least 1 or 2 people who need some gluten-free items on the menu. While I … Grain-Free Tuna Artichoke Pasta Salad
Pavlova is a dessert that consists of a crisp meringue layer (which has a soft, marshmallow-like center), whipped cream and fresh fruit. That sounds like a great way to end a summer meal if you ask me! Because rhubarb has started to pop up at the farmer’s markets now, it’s a great time to pick … Strawberry Rhubarb Pavlova
Dessert hummus is a recent trend that I was a bit skeptical to try. However, now I totally understand the hype. This hummus is so incredibly delicious and really does have the same taste and texture as brownie batter (without any added flour or sugar). I recommend serving this as a pool or lake-side snack, … Brownie Batter Dessert Hummus
Skirt steak is a great weeknight meal item because it soaks up marinades and cooks quickly on the grill. I was feeling tropical and will really come up with any excuse to eat coconut rice (yummmm). The combination of sweet, creamy rice and spicy steak is delish. Now all you need to add is a … Hawaiian Skirt Steak with Pineapple Coconut Rice
Ahh patio weather. Here in Michigan we wait so patiently to enjoy fresh meals outside, so once it’s actually nice out Josh and I love eating fresh meals like this one on the deck. This salad is not only beautiful, but the contrast of flavors makes it irresistible (the peppery arugula, tart grapes, sweet vinaigrette … Endive Arugula Salad with Gorgonzola and Blood Orange Vinaigrette
There are few people I have met that don’t love guacamole. It’s a common menu item at dinner parties I cook for and I love playing around with the different add-ins (for example, mango and pineapple). Adding apple provides a great crunch and tart sweetness, which balances nicely with the spicy jalapeno. Serve this as … Green Apple Guacamole
Nachos are one of my favorite comfort foods. Traditionally I use blue corn or regular corn chips as the base, but to reduce the sodium and up the nutritional value, I decided to use sweet potatoes. The result is the perfect blend of sweet and salty. If you want to add a good kick, add … Pulled Pork Sweet Potato Nachos
Stir-fries are a great go-to meal for busy weeknights. I particularly love adding crispy tofu to my stir-fries since it adds great texture and protein. For this stir-fry, I also decided to add broccoli and cauliflower for color and added nutritional value. And the delicious almond butter sauce, which is a flavor combination of salty, … Tofu Stir-Fry with Almond Butter Citrus Sauce
Nothing beats a dish that looks and tastes gourmet, but is ready in under 25 minutes. Pork tenderloin is one of my favorite meats because it’s super lean and juicy and it cooks quickly, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. The sweet pea pesto celebrates the flavors of spring and pairs perfectly … Garlic Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Pistachio Pea Pesto
