Our local farmer’s market was bustling with customers this morning which I always love to see. It’s so fun as a chef (and as a huge veggie fan in general) to watch the variety of local produce increase as the summer progresses. Today there was a plethora of asparagus which is one of my favorite … Roasted Asparagus, Tomatoes and Feta
I love weekends where Josh and I have the chance to travel around without an agenda and try great new restaurants. We were in northern Michigan this past weekend and they are starting to set up for the busy season. We tried a new burger bar in Frankfort that offered a variety of smash burgers … Chopped Burger Salad
Here in west Michigan we love our blueberries. I love chicken salad in all forms, but this particular recipe has quickly become one of my favorites. The blueberries add beautiful color to this salad and I love all the different textures. Serve this on a bed of greens, on a croissant or with a side … Blueberry-Pecan Chicken Salad
Signs of spring have been popping up everywhere and it feels good to know warmth is on the horizon! We are about to get into asparagus season and I love using it in a variety of ways – roasted, grilled, steamed, you name it. In this case I stir-fried it with snap peas and carrots … Spring Veggie Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu
I love hummus – it’s so hearty and adds a wonderful burst of lemony, garlicky flavor with each bite. Using it as the base of this dish is the perfect way for it to soak up the other flavors from the meat, tomatoes, olive oil and pine nuts. Overall, it’s absolutely delicious – a nice … Ground Bison Hummus Bowls
Pears are one of my favorite fruits – juicy, sweet and slightly tart. Lightly caramelizing them in honey butter takes that delicious sweetness to the next level! Served over a bed of beautiful greens, the buttery pears, creamy gorgonzola cheese and toasty walnuts make this meal a winter delight. Serve this with crusty bread to … Caramelized Pear and Gorgonzola Salad
Citrus season is in full swing and I love all the juicy oranges and grapefruits available at the store right now. The sweet orange and maple flavor of this walnut topping is the perfect compliment to the fatty salmon. This pairs nicely with salad greens tossed with balsamic vinegar and olive oil or wild rice. … Orange-Maple Walnut Crusted Salmon
This dish is a wonderful meal to prep ahead for lunch or dinner. It’s a perfect combo of protein and veggies and it reheats nicely. My sauce has way less sugar than a traditional sesame chicken sauce, without sacrificing any flavor. Serve this on it’s own or over rice, quinoa or lo mein noodles. 3. … Sesame Cashew Chicken and Peppers
Beets have always been one of my favorite veggies – I love the earthy flavor! This dish is a fun way to enjoy your veggies – beets, avocado and cucumber are combined with a soy and rice vinegar sauce and topped with sesame seeds, lime zest and peanuts. Delicious over cold rice or salad greens! … Beet Poke Bowl
This bright, lemony white rice includes a hearty amount of fresh spinach with the addition of toasty pine nuts and salty feta. Though simple, this dish has such a wonderful depth of flavor! Serve this with chicken, salmon or, to keep it vegetarian, a large side of roasted vegetables. 2. Add rice, water and lemon … Spinach Feta Rice
