Someone once called me a vegetable ninja because I have the ability to win over vegetable haters. High compliment for sure! One of the secrets to making a salad for a salad hater is to make it hearty and substantial so they miss the fact that they’re eating salad greens. Enter: BLT Salad. Bacon is …
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Homemade Salsa Verde with Tomatillos is super easy to make and you can use it in SO many ways! This Mexican green salsa is made with roasted tomatillos, chile peppers, lime juice, cilantro, and onion. It even freezes well! What is salsa verde? Salsa Verde originated from Mexico and is a green salsa, usually tomatillo …
These zucchini noodles are laced with fresh basil pesto and bacon. Because bacon always makes things better.
I think we have a few breakthroughs with this one. 1. This was the first Thai dish I’ve made at home that really tastes authentic. And by authentic, I mean what you would get at a Thai restaurant in the US. (Like most ethnic food, it probably pales in comparison to eating it in its …
How often do you see carrots with the greens still attached? They’re so pretty. I wonder if cutting their greens makes them feel like their “hair” is getting chopped off? If carrots had feelings, that is. Speaking of feelings… I have mixed feelings toward beets. They’re probably the most gorgeous color found in nature, but …
Roasted cabbage is a quick, easy, and inexpensive side dish! The fresh dill is a perfect compliment.
When we first started participating in a CSA program in California, the biggest adjustment I had to make was cooking with greens. I distinctly remember pulling a bundle of rainbow chard from the box, almost the length of my arm, wondering what the heck I was going to do with it. And wondering what it …
With nearly 75 delicious Mexican-inspired recipes on my site, it’s safe to say that I ADORE these flavors. A great salsa recipe elevates anything you put it on, and you’ll love this roasted tomatillo salsa with a twist of smoky chipotle!
Have you ever tried a Veggie Enchilada Casserole? Packed with roasted vegetables, sweet salsa and gooey cheese, it’s a wholesome and delicious twist on a classic Mexican favorite.
We really like coconut around here (even the little ones), so I played around with some coconut milk and shredded unsweetened coconut and came up with this coconut almond crusted fish! This was so much better than I thought it would be! Let’s start with the fish. First a nice soak in coconut milk & …
Did you know I have a special section of my website dedicated to making homemade pantry staples? I’ve been making homemade mayonnaise for 15 years because it’s so tasty and quick! If it seems daunting, I’ll show you a couple of fail-proof ways to make your own.
If you’re looking to level up taco night and sneak in some extra veggies, these Sweet Potato Foil Packet Tacos are a total win. I’ve been sharing family-friendly recipes for nearly two decades, and this one never fails me—it even won a contest a while back!
If you hate Brussels sprouts, you NEED to try shredded and roasted Brussels sprouts! They’re crispy and delicious, and luckily shaved Brussels sprouts are easily found at the grocery store!
Would it surprise you to know that borscht is one of our family’s favorite meals? My husband and I met in Russia, and we ate a lot of borscht while we were there. And fell in love…
Grilled BBQ Chicken is one of our family’s favorite meals! An easy marinade makes the chicken even more flavorful with the homemade BBQ sauce.
I really don’t think the blogosphere needs another tortilla soup recipe. Heck, I’ve posted similar recipes already, but this one was different. (Doesn’t everyone say that?) I had an epiphany as I was making this. I’ll tell you about it in a sec. First I wanted to mention that this recipe came from Beso Restaurant, …
I think my love for easy, speedy fish recipes is obvious in the robust fish section of my recipe index. Have you ever baked fish in parchment? It creates a steamy little packet that infuses flavor into fish fillets like no other.
As a seasoned recipe creator I have dozens of easy recipes that are great for company! This Grilled Chicken with Pineapple is a tasty twist on Malibu Chicken. I promise it makes for stress-free entertaining, and it’ll have your guests begging for the recipe!
Roasted Tomato Salsa is the quickest and easiest way to recreate Chevy’s grilled salsa at home. Simply throw some fresh tomatoes and jalapenos on the grill with onion, and garlic, then mix with cilantro and spices to create a deliciously spicy dip. Enjoy this recipe with tortilla chips or as a topping for the perfect addition …
This chipotle taco meat is packed with lots of hidden veggies! It’s perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, and even breakfast hashes (my favorite!).
I’m a sucker for fresh corn in the summer. My all-time favorite way of making fresh corn is turning it into elote or Mexican corn on the cob — rolled in spiced mayo and cotija cheese. But when I don’t feel like getting my face covered in cheese and sauce, this flavorful, fresh bowl of grilled …
I have a whole section of my website dedicated to grilling. Not just burgers, but all kinds of protein and vegetables! I would grill everything all the time if I could! I love adding fun twists on traditional grilled recipes and this grilled zucchini recipe is the perfect example of that.
My Sun Dried Tomato Pesto is only 4 ingredients and comes together in about 5 minutes in your food processor! I’ll show you exactly what you’ll need and lots of ways to use this delicious pesto.
Two ingredient guacamole! Because we don’t always feel like dragging out a cutting board. And sometimes our cilantro is slimy.
This recipe has been updated and made paleo & Whole30 friendly! Grab the recipe here: Paleo/Whole30 Mini Skillet Meatloaves I like meatloaf, but I’m picky about it. It has to be moist and have a lot of flavor (not too “meaty”). My mom makes really good meatloaf.But meatloaf takes, like, over an hour to cook. …