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Red Grapefruit, Golden Beet and Avocado Salad
“Stunning” and “Refreshing” would be the first two adjectives that come to mind when describing this Ruby Red Grapefruit, Golden Beet and Avocado Salad. Perfect for lunch or brunch as well as dinner, this super healthy citrus salad is bound to please everyone who…
Baked Mustard Lemon Glazed Salmon over Lentils & Quinoa
This easy & elegant dinner will “WOW” every lucky person at your dinner table! Flavorful Salmon filets glazed and then baked with a tangy, citrusy honey, chive and dijon vinaigrette over a nutritious bed of lentils and quinoa and petite french green beans. In…
Slow Simmer Authentic Bolognese Sauce
This recipe for an Authentic Italian Bolognese Sauce takes no short cuts and spares no flavor! Starting with a finely minced “soffritto” and layered with rich and fatty cuts of pancetta, ground pork and ground beef. This delightful Italian gravy is heavenly on pasta…
Arugula & Quinoa Salad with Apple & Apricot
This salad is healthy and balanced! I love the crispy bite from the apples, Belgian endive and chopped pecans, combined with the chewy dried apricots and nutty quinoa grains. Finished with a refreshing Lemon-Tarragon Vinaigrette for herby and citrus zing! Jump to Recipe Are…
Soba Noodle Salad with Ginger-Almond Dressing
A healthy Asian style noodle salad, served cold or room temperature. This easy recipe used gluten-free Soba Noodles and shredded carrots, sliced peppers, and broccoli florets tossed with a homemade creamy ginger almond butter Dressing. Garnish with crushed peanuts, sesame seed and cilantro for…
Lazy Mom Mac and Cheese- Easiest Ever!
This easy, one dish and no boil recipe for baked macaroni and cheese is about a simple as it gets! Using only milk, some dry spices, raw pasta and cheese to create creamy, super crunchy and totally yummy weeknight mac and cheese! Did I…
Glazed Eggnog and Bourbon Holiday Quick Bread
It’s eggnog season, ya’ll – and don’t think we are gonna stop with the basic drink! Glazed Eggnog and Bourbon Holiday Quick Bread is a deliciously festive and absolutely PERFECT for gifting to family, friends and teachers this holiday! Suitable for dessert, breakfast, brunch…
Croissant Strata with Spinach, Feta and Gruyere
This make-ahead egg and bread casserole is perfect for special occasion brunch/breakfast! Traditionally made with cubed bread, however this Strata recipe calls for soft, buttery croissant pieces instead. Using eggs, milk, spices, spinach, feta and gruyere cheese this is an all in one breakfast…
Zuppa Toscana with Basil Pesto & Lemon Broth
Zuppa Toscana is a one pot, satisfying, balanced bowl of warm comfort food that is perfect on a night when, “Baby it’s cold outside”! Basil pesto and fresh lemon juice adds a bright and fragrant citrus note to the creamy broth, while providing balance…
Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Curry- Instant Pot Recipe
This healthy and easy dinner is ready in just 30 minutes, from start to finish. Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Curry is loaded with vegetables, and so full of flavor with a creamy coconut red curry sauce. Serve with quinoa, rice, naan bread or…
Ginger Pork and Brussels Sprout Potstickers with Sweet Chili Sauce
Easy homemade potstickers with pork, shredded Brussels sprouts, ginger and scallions. Pan seared and then steamed for a crunchy, yet soft flavor-packed bite. Served with a Sweet Chili Soy Sauce for dipping, these Potstickers make a perfect appetizer at your next holiday party, or…
Healthy “Super Food” Dark Chocolate Bark
This “Healthy Superfood Dark Chocolate Bark” is guilt free, satisfies a sweet tooth, and is basically the ultimate answer to your chocolate lovin’ prayers! Whipped up in less than 10 minutes and laden with antioxidant rich superfoods, it’s hard to believe that this dark…
Spanakopita- Greek Spinach and Feta Pie
Spanakopita is a delicious savory Greek pie made of perfectly crispy layers of phyllo dough and a comforting filling of spinach and feta cheese. It’s perfect for a large crowd, to serve as a main dish or as vegetable based side dish accompaniment. What is…
Vegan Chili with Spicy Soy Chorizo
It’s no secret that hearty soups and stews are synonymous with winter recipes, and chili is about as quintessential as it gets! However sometimes I just need a break from red meat! This recipe for Vegan Chili is just the ticket. My Vegan Chili…
Dark Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Whipped Cream
Dark Chocolate Mousse is an easy and impressive dessert. Perfect for entertaining, as it can be made in advance, does not require reheating, and lends itself very well to individual portions. With a smooth luxurious texture and rich dark chocolate taste that is not…