Simple salads are the best meal for the warmer months, in my opinion. And even though this salad is simple, it packs so much flavor. The bacon (thick-cut is key) and blue cheese are a perfect marriage and the pear adds a special sweet touch. Serve this alfresco style with a cold glass of white … Bacon, Pear and Blue Cheese Chicken Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
When it comes to comfort food, Asian dumplings are one of my absolute favorites. This is definitely a recipe to make when you have a free afternoon, as they do require a little work (or make them with your friends or family and get everyone involved to speed up the process!). If you want to … Asian Pork Dumplings with Chili Garlic Dipping Sauce
On one of my recent shopping trips to Trader Joe’s (my fave), I filled my cart with items I hadn’t seen before, like this riced cauliflower. I had seen recipes for cauliflower crust, but was skeptical as to how it would turn out. Because I love thin crust pizza, I found this to be super … Fresh Pesto, Italian Sausage and Sundried Tomato Pizza with Cauliflower Crust
Pork tenderloin is one of the leanest cuts of meat, yet I find it to be one of the most flavorful – especially when grilled. I lightly coated mine with a dry rub to add an extra kick. The fresh strawberry bbq sauce sends the flavor over the edge! Serve with grilled veggies or a … Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry BBQ Sauce
If the weather is above 40 degrees, it’s grill time in my opinion. Grilling is my favorite cooking method because it’s fast and adds a great smoky flavor. Speaking of flavor, these pork chops are a flavor BOMB. The sauce is a combo of sweet, salty and spicy and will have you licking your plate. … Chinese BBQ Grilled Pork Chops
After a couple weeks of what felt like a comfort food fest, my husband and I agreed that we definitely are ready to lighten up our meals a bit (without sacrificing flavor, of course). One of our favorite quick meals is pork tenderloin. It’s super lean and protein-packed, and, when rubbed with a variety of … Pan-Seared Pork and Peppers
If you’re looking for a quick dinner that’s packed with protein and veggies, look no further. Portobello mushrooms are the perfect vessel for the delicious sausage and veggie filling. And the basil cream sauce (which is much lower calorie than your average cream sauce) brings all the flavors together. After we finished our dinner, Josh … Sausage Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Basil Cream Sauce
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
A few weeks ago, Josh and I went out to dinner at a Spanish tapas restaurant. I’m a fan of these restaurants because you get the chance to try so many different things! My favorite dish that we enjoyed that night was probably the most simple – fresh bread topped with manchego cheese, serrano ham … Proscuitto and Manchego Cheese Flautas with Fresh Tropical Salsa
If there is one side dish I always remember having at family gatherings growing up, it’s this potato salad. The flavor is a wonderful combination of smoky bacon and sweet onion. The original recipe calls for the potatoes to be peeled, but I figured I would add some nutritional value to it by leaving the … Hot German Potato Salad
