I’m on a miso kick lately! Miso is a fermented soybean paste that provides a toasty, salty-sweet richness to sauces and dressings. For this glaze I combined miso with some strawberry jam that I bought at a local farmers market for a delicious balance of flavors. You could also use this glaze on salmon or … Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry-Miso Glaze
A long weekend in northern Michigan is always good for the soul. This past week we were in Frankfort, Michigan and there was a farm stand on the corner selling fresh flowers and rice bowls topped with farm-fresh veggies. I was immediately inspired to try making the same dish when I got home. This is … Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowls with Herbed Ranch Sauce
Skirt steak is one of my favorite cuts of meat because it cooks quickly and it’s super flavorful. Chimichurri sauce is a classic pairing for this type of steak – it adds so much brightness and freshness. I served my steak with brown rice, roasted bell peppers and avocado but it would also be great … Skirt Steak with Chipotle Lime Chimichurri
Sweet summertime – we’ve waited so long for this! I’m kicking off the season by sharing this yummy salad recipe which would be perfect to take on a picnic or to your next gathering. This salad is great on it’s own, but would be wonderful served with grilled chicken or salmon as well. If prepping … Butter Lettuce Salad with Blueberries and Poppyseed Dressing
Kefir is a fermented milk that is similar to a drinkable yogurt – full of probiotics that are good for gut health. On it’s own, kefir can be very sour, so I added fresh mango and honey to this smoothie to provide the perfect balance of sweetness. I also added fresh ginger, cinnamon and cayenne … Fresh Mango Kefir Smoothie
I love using fresh herbs to liven up all kinds of dishes – no exception being potato salad. The dill in this recipe adds wonderful flavor and freshness. Serve this with any grilled meats or seafood. This keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Place potatoes in a large … Dill Potato Salad
Peanut butter and banana is one of my favorite combos. This recipe is the perfect excuse to have cake for breakfast – there’s no added sugar (only banana and pure maple syrup) so it won’t spike your blood sugar and will keep you satisfied until lunchtime. This is obviously also great for dessert or an … Peanut Butter Banana Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
As picnic season approaches, I love having grab-and-go salads in our cooler to enjoy. Coleslaw has always been one of my favorite side dishes – it’s crunchy and tangy and goes really well with grilled meats. The sauce for this coleslaw mimics white BBQ sauce (aka Alabama white sauce). It’s not a sweet sauce like … White BBQ Coleslaw
I love having a variety of healthy snacks on-hand whenever I need a pick-me-up – typically mid-morning or mid-afternoon. These bars are a great balance of carbs, protein and fat and are naturally sweetened. I used almonds and dried cranberries for my add-ins, but feel free to use whatever dried fruit and nuts you have … No-Bake Chocolate Almond Oat Bars
Grits are one of my favorite side dishes because they are super creamy and comforting. This side dish is ready in under 10 minutes and packs huge flavor! Serve this with shrimp or sausage and dinner is ready in no time. Boil milk in a medium saucepan. Slowly stir in grits, salt and pepper. 2. … Jalapeno Cheese Grits
