Juicy strawberries, sweet citrus dressing and tangy goat cheese come together beautifully in this light & easy summer side dish. It’s great at any temperature and is easy to whip up. We brought this to a friend’s BBQ last weekend and it was a hit. The subtly sweet salad balanced out the savory burgers andRead more
Always on the look out for easy, healthy snacks? No matter how many we buy at the store each week, we somehow still run out by Thursday or Friday. And I usually realize we need some as I’m running out the door and/or starving. One trick that helps with my snack dilemma is to bakeRead more
Hi there! I’m in my kitchen unpacking from my TV appearance today. I had the chance to share 2 of my favorite Spring recipes perfect for next weekend. My favorite part of these recipes is that they can be prepared the day or 2 before Easter, so you have more time to enjoy family andRead more
After releasing my 30-minute meals ebook (download for FREE here!) I’m feeling inspired. Now that the sun is finally peeking out from the clouds, there’s no way I’m willing to spend the precious hours between work and sleep stuck in the kitchen. I want to be free to go for a run, grab ice creamRead more
Cookies for breakfast! These will lure any sleepy head out of bed. I’ve been trying to wake up earlier to start a morning routine – meditation, a little yoga and a (somewhat) relaxed breakfast. I have read countless articles about the importance of a morning routine, that this is something all successful people make timeRead more
Valentine’s Day is all about showing loved ones how much you care with… sugar! This morning I had the opportunity to share 4 healthier Valentine’s Day treats for kids on our local news, TMJ4. These treats would be perfect for a class party or afterschool snack. What are some of your favorite Valentine’s Day treats? Read more
Confession: Had the Packers not won on Sunday, this salad would have been called the “Honey Avocado Kale Salad.” But because I’m a sucker for a good theme party (or recipe) and I love lightening-up party food, it is now the Green and Gold Kale Salad. This salad is so incredibly easy to whip upRead more
Healthy, easy, tasty, 3-ingredient holiday appetizer. I love this appetizer because you can easily throw it together the day before your Christmas or holiday party, and it keeps well in the refrigerator. I made these for Trivia Night at our church, and even though I ended up staying home with a sick toddler, weRead more
Spicy roasted broccoli with sweet dried apricots and cashews in under 20 minutes! Dried red pepper flakes give this dish its kick and can easily be adjusted to your taste. I’ve been trying to focus on keeping my recipes quick and weeknight-friendly, and this side could not be easier. I’m thinking it would be aRead more
Hello! Happy Fall! I am so excited to bring you this comforting, vegetarian, Fall meal! It is simple, delicious and can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. I have been working with Home Chef, a Chicago-based (yay!) meal delivery service on a mission to make cooking fresh food at home as easy as possible,Read more
