I know it’s still April, but when I saw sweet corn for sale in the produce department that actually looked decent, I had to pick some up for my sweet corn salsa. Instead of having the salsa with tortilla chips, I decided to scoop it into a quesadilla with pepper jack cheese. And because I … Chicken Quesadillas with Fresh Corn Salsa and Chipotle Crema
Unlike several of the customers I talk to, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day and I always make time for it. The key to a balanced breakfast is including a protein, carbohydrate and fat to keep you full and satisfied until lunch. Although I’m normally a peanut butter girl, one of my friends … Almond Butter Banana Bread
Even as a dietitian, there are some days (ok, most days) when I need dessert. It’s doesn’t have to be anything extravagant or heavy, just something sweet to end my meal. I know it’s not quite ice cream weather yet, but I love a cold treat any time of the year. I made sorbet back … Quick Fruit Sorbet: 2 Ways
It’s grilling season (kind of!). I knew that the second the temp reached 50 degrees that I would instantly roll out my Weber. One of my favorite desserts is grilled pineapple – it’s sweet and smoky flavor is irresistible. While great on it’s own, I figured this delicious fruit would also make a great pizza … Grilled Hawaiian Pizza
I don’t think there is any food my husband enjoys more than chicken wings. Being married to a dietitian doesn’t exactly allow him to enjoy them as often as he would like. I figured with it being game day it was a good opportunity to put a (somewhat) healthy spin on his favorite meal. These … Baked Chicken Wings with Honey and Sriracha
Marion is starting their process to become a “Blue Zone”. This means we have been chosen as a site where we will strive to live longer, better lives by making improvements in schools, grocery stores, restaurants and other areas in the community. This is very exciting for me as I often work with all of … Kale Artichoke Dip
After leaving my sweet pup, Colby, for 5 days during our trip to Denver, I figured he deserved a little treat. I’ve always been curious about making homemade dog treats and I’m so happy I did! These treats are lightly sweetened with honey and pack a good amount of protein thanks to the peanut butter … A Treat for your Pooch
A few weeks ago, we had our annual parmesan cheese wheel cracking which is referred to as the “Crack Heard Around the Midwest”. I like to call it one the best days of the year. What chef wouldn’t love having as much fresh parmigiano reggiano cheese as they want? … Hot Artichoke Parmesan Dip
Recently, I went to Cedar Ridge winery for lunch and a wine tour. The food there is so comforting and fresh and they have a wide variety of fresh pizzas. One especially stood out – it had brussels sprouts! Those little cabbage-like nuggets were one of my least favorite vegetables growing up but once I … Roasted Brussel Sprout and Bacon Flatbread Pizza
The summer heat is back in full force! When it’s this warm outside, I crave anything chilled. Gazpacho is one of those foods I don’t make that often, but is perfect this time of year. It’s so refreshing and takes literally 5 minutes to make. This soup is traditionally made only with tomatoes and fresh … Watermelon Gazpacho
