No matter how hard I try, I always seem to have 1 or 2 bananas left over at the end of the week that are way too ripe for my liking. I was digging through old recipes and found my Mom’s banana bread, which is fool-proof and so delicious. I decided to add my … Banana Bread with Ginger and Orange Zest
With picnic and pool party season right around the corner, I’ve started to prepare my list of fun appetizers to serve to my guests. These spring rolls are so fresh and are the perfect cool, crisp snack to serve on a sunny day. The crunchy veggies and creamy tofu and avocado blend wonderfully with the … Tofu and Veggie Spring Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Sauce
Since it seems like I’m always on-the-go, snacks are an essential part of my day. There are so many different ways to make energy bites, but I’m fond of a sweet cinnamon flavor to go along with milk or coffee in the morning. When I was growing up, I loved getting cinnamon-sugar pop tarts from … Cinnamon Maple Energy Bites
Giardiniera is a combination of hot peppers and pickled vegetables. Ever since discovering it when I lived in Chicago, I have been obsessed with putting it on everything – eggs, pasta dishes, baked potatoes, tuna salad, etc. The other day I found a gallon tub of it when I was shopping at Gordon Food Service … Spicy Giardiniera Hummus
I’m always trying to come up with recipes for grab-and-go items that are high fiber and protein. Chia seed pudding may look a little different for those who have never tried it, but I love the texture since it’s similar to tapioca pudding. And you can’t beat the nutritional benefits that chia seeds provide (healthy … Coconut Mango Chia Pudding
Coconut flakes and almonds are two of my favorite healthy fats to use in recipes (and they provide great flavor). There are so many different ways to make energy bites and it’s fun to play around with flavor combinations. These bites get their sweetness from dates and have a good amount of fiber thanks to … Coconut Almond Energy Bites
In our household, we are all about having healthy snacks around in case a sweet or salty craving hits. Normally on Sundays I will prep a bunch of fresh-cut fruit and veggies, energy bites and some sort of dip to go with the veggies. In this case, I had some feta and goat cheese in … Garlicky Goat Cheese, Feta and Shallot Dip
After weeks of large meals, I’m definitely ready for something a little lighter. This chicken salad is one of my favorites. It has so many different textures and flavors and the wonton cup serving bowls add a great crunch! Serve this as an appetizer or keep the wonton cups in an airtight container and the … Nutty Chicken Salad Wonton Cups
In our household, we LOVE meatloaf and mushrooms so this recipe has quickly become one of our favorites. It tastes very similar to a stroganoff, but the sauce has a richer flavor thanks to the wild mushrooms. Serve this meal with roasted veggies and crusty bread to soak up all that yumminess! 1. Preheat oven … Mini Turkey Meatloaves with Wild Mushroom Sour Cream Sauce
I think most of us can relate to having hectic mornings where a healthy breakfast can be difficult to have ready to go. These overnight oats are a great solution! Not only do they taste amazing, but they are heart-healthy and packed with protein to get you through to lunch time. 1. Combine the oats, … Vanilla Pumpkin Overnight Oats
