It's that time of year when I trade my salads and no-heat-meals in for comforting, warming foods. This mango coconut curry chicken is my way of dipping my toes into the season of fall foods. It doesn't require the oven so it doesn't heat up the entire house. Yet it's warm and got all of those comforting curry spices in that sauce. I can't dive in head first to fall quite yet, I'm not exactly ready for all the pumpkin baked goods - there is time for that - but I am starting to crave heartier … [Read more...]
Loaded Watermelon Salad with Pesto
It's the end of August and I am in denial that fall is on it's way. Yes, it's still several weeks until the calendar officially says it's fall. But here in Iowa the mornings have been getting cooler (58 degrees) and I have noticed a few leaves have started to turn color ever so slightly. Part of my says NOOOOO, it can't be fall yet, I am not ready! The other part of me is really enjoying the comforting warmth of my hot tea during the cool mornings. TBH this August has not felt much like August … [Read more...]
Pineapple Turkey Burgers with Homeade Teriyaki Sauce
It's pineapple turkey burger time!!!! Confession: I am not a good burger maker. Seriously, I form burger patties way to small for the bun and they almost always fall apart on me when I go to flip them! Not to mention if I am making a turkey burger rather than a beef burger - which was my goal for this recipe. This, my friends is the reason why you haven't seen burger recipes on this blog yet. Well, okay that's a lie, I did make two burgers waaaaay back in the beginning - the pictures aren't … [Read more...]
Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
You know those moments when you are starving and hangry and NEED a quick and super easy lunch or even dinner? You go to the fridge only to discover that you are out of anything that's already made or that needs minimal prep?! And then you quickly run to the pantry hoping to find some kind of soup or prepared pantry staple that you can quickly heat up - you come up empty handed again. Except there is a can of tuna hidden behind the can of chickpeas and bags of tortilla chips. Hmmm, but you're all … [Read more...]
Salmon Tacos with Blueberry Almond Salsa
Hey hey hey! Are you ready for some salmon tacos?!?! Tender, flaky salmon topped with blueberry almond salsa and a little crumbled fresco cheese for that creaminess - this is fish taco perfection right here! I'm always amazed by how good something is when you simply throw it into a soft taco shell and it's even better when that something is fish with some fruity goodness. But blueberries and salmon?! Ummmm are you sure about this combo, Emily?! Absolutely and YES!!! Just trust me there is … [Read more...]
Loaded Caprese Salad with Shrimp
Caprese salad is a true beauty to behold. Fresh Mozzarella cheese with sliced tomatoes, all the basil leaves you can get your hands on and a little drizzle of olive oil. Perfect combo! Yes, I do love the flavors of that salad, BUT a lot of times when I eat it I want it to be more. I want a bunch of lettuce and some other veggies thrown on there. Can it be done without detracting from the amazing fresh basil, fresh mozzarella, and fresh tomato combo? I think so! And loaded caprese salad … [Read more...]
Summer Zucchini Noodle Salad with Creamy Basil Avocado Sauce
I have a zucchini growing in my garden right this very minute, pretty sure it's ready to be picked today! I know exactly what I'm going to do with my zucchinis as they continue to grow, make this delicious summer zucchini noodle salad! I mean isn't summer just amazing like that?! So many fresh vegetables to be devoured. Zucchini noodles, or zoodles are a trend that has been around a while. With good reason too, I mean why not turn your zucchini into a noodle shape? It's more fun to eat in a … [Read more...]
Easy Gluten Free Lo Mein
Lo Mein isn't just for eating at Chinese restaurants anymore! It's for a quick weeknight side dish or a weekend lunch. Because guess what guys, it only takes about 25 minutes to make lo mein. Who knew?! I mean I always thought Lo mein was this sacred recipe that only Chinese restaurant chefs could make. Reality check, it's super easy!! Even though I don't follow a gluten free diet I do usually opt for rice over lo mein when eating at a Chinese restaurant. I often find that pasta weighs me … [Read more...]
Easiest Ever Smoky Slow Cooker Ribs
It's officially that time of year, it's the season when I pretty much avoid turning my oven on. If you have been following the blog for a while you know that our house doesn't have central air. Yes we have a big window a/c unit but anytime I turn an oven on in my kitchen it's pretty much an instant sauna in there! But I so desperately want to make some ribs. Especially because I had a mini stash in my freezer just waiting to be used and also because I just knew my 6 ingredient smoky spice rub … [Read more...]
One Pan Shrimp in White Wine Sauce
Hi everyone, this week has been a little crazy. If you tuned in for last Friday's post you know that we got a kitten last week! If you follow me on Instagram stories you have seen how cute and how much energy she has. I promise to write a post about her later complete with some pictures. For now, I will just say that I wasn't aware that a 6 week old kitten would need so much attention. If she doesn't want to play she wants to be cuddled until she falls asleep in my arms. Which isn't so bad, she … [Read more...]
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