I recently read that the vegan eating will be a popular trend in 2019. As most of you know, I’ve been creating vegan dishes for some time now, and I always encourage a plant-based meal at least once or twice a week. These tacos are so incredibly flavorful and filling. If you have any leftover … Roasted Brussels Sprout and Sweet Potato Tacos with Kale Chimichurri
Gnocchi (aka potato dumplings) are one of the ultimate comfort foods. They are like little potato clouds of goodness! And when you roast them, the outside gets nice and crispy – making them even more delicious. The sweet roasted tomatoes add beautiful color and flavor. For the pesto, I decided to use brazil nuts … Crispy Gnocchi and Tomatoes with Brazil Nut Pesto
I could eat this salad any time of day. The flavors of the peppery arugula, sweet sundried tomatoes and salty pancetta compliment one another perfectly. And the creamy hard boiled egg and crunchy roasted potatoes add great texture. Serve this with crusty bread and butter and a glass of crisp, cold white wine. Cheers! 1. … Arugula and Roasted Potato Salad with Warm Pancetta Vinaigrette
With school back in session, it’s good to plan meals that are easy to pack as leftovers the next day. This noodle salad is so fresh and flavorful and is great served hot or cold. If you have some picky eaters, you can definitely leave off the tofu or swap in diced chicken. Serve this … (Peanut-Free) Thai Noodle Salad with Baked Tofu
August is my favorite month for produce. The selection is so vast, but I adore fresh corn, tomatoes and peaches. This frittata is perfectly balanced thanks to the salty feta and sweetness of the corn and sundried tomatoes. And the variety of fresh herbs that are added to the succotash provide another layer of delicious … Feta Frittata with Herbed Sweet Corn Succotash
I love breakfasts that will wake up the house with wonderful smells. This pancake smells like a fresh blackberry pie as it bakes in the oven. Feel free to switch up the fruit in this recipe based on the what is in season – I recommend peaches, raspberries or pitted dark sweet cherries. 1. Preheat … Lemon Blackberry Dutch Baby Pancake
Juicy, ripe peaches are such a treat when the weather gets warmer. They add such delicious flavor to salads and salsas. I can never get enough creamy burrata cheese, and pairing it with peppery arugula, sweet peaches and nutty farro makes this dish the perfect summer meal or side dish. The sweet basil and toasty … Farro, Peach and Arugula Salad with Burrata
Pavlova is a dessert that consists of a crisp meringue layer (which has a soft, marshmallow-like center), whipped cream and fresh fruit. That sounds like a great way to end a summer meal if you ask me! Because rhubarb has started to pop up at the farmer’s markets now, it’s a great time to pick … Strawberry Rhubarb Pavlova
Dessert hummus is a recent trend that I was a bit skeptical to try. However, now I totally understand the hype. This hummus is so incredibly delicious and really does have the same taste and texture as brownie batter (without any added flour or sugar). I recommend serving this as a pool or lake-side snack, … Brownie Batter Dessert Hummus
Ahh patio weather. Here in Michigan we wait so patiently to enjoy fresh meals outside, so once it’s actually nice out Josh and I love eating fresh meals like this one on the deck. This salad is not only beautiful, but the contrast of flavors makes it irresistible (the peppery arugula, tart grapes, sweet vinaigrette … Endive Arugula Salad with Gorgonzola and Blood Orange Vinaigrette
