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Honey Buffalo Baked Chicken Wings

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I am so excited to share these honey buffalo baked chicken wings with you!!! I have tried to make baked chicken wings that taste as good as ones served at restaurants for years. I have never even come close to restaurant style chicken wings. I mean they were edible and tasted good, but they just weren't up to the standard I was hoping for. I had thought that maybe it was just never gonna be as good fried in oil is it was when it was baked. Then I found this recipe from the Domestic Geek … [Read more...]

BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Happy Monday, friends. I have got a really fun one for you today. BBQ chicken stuffed sweet potatoes!!! I love this recipe because the BBQ chicken is reminiscent of summer picnics, or grilling out, while the sweet potato screams cozy fall food. Stuff the sweet potato with a yummy BBQ chicken, cheddar cheese mixture and you've got one hearty, comforting fall meal. Sweet potatoes, I so LOVE you. You are so simple, yet packed with flavor and nutrition, and so sweet. I am so glad you're … [Read more...]

Instant Pot Creamy Lentil Curry (30 Minutes)

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Fall is officially upon us. As I write this post it is a cool, rainy fall day and I am so excited to cozy up to a warm comforting bowl of this creamy lentil curry for dinner tonight. Leftovers FTW!!! I first made this recipe in the beginning of spring when weather was still cold. I knew I needed to save it for fall because my blog calendar for recipes was already planned out with spring and early summer recipes. Here we are. Finally ready for cozying up with sweaters and steaming bowls of … [Read more...]

Curried Chicken Salad in Cantaloupe Boats

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This post was previously published on Robust Recipes. It has been updated for a better experience. It's almost September and we are hanging on to summer with one last summer inspired recipe. Curried chicken salad in cantaloupe boats! And guys, if you're going to make one more summer meal before getting all cozy with the soups and the pumpkin spice lattes, this one should be it! Curried chicken salad in cantaloupe boats is perfect for a hot summer day (reminder: summer doesn't … [Read more...]

Greek Quinoa Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce

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Remember that lovely tzatziki sauce I shared on Monday? I bet you thought I was making gyros or some kind of pita bread, didn't you?! Think again! Greek quinoa bowls!!!! A dollop or two of the tzatziki sauce goes right on top, adding the perfect amount of creaminess! You will love these Greek quinoa bowls! They are bursting with fresh summer veggies and plenty of Greek flavors. They make a healthy vegetarian meal with all the protein form the quinoa, but you can easily add … [Read more...]

Mexican Salads in a Jar with Healthy Ranch Dressing

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I have been rocking all the salads this summer and I have no apologies! If there is one thing I hope people learn from reading my blog is that salads don't have to be boring. They can be a delicious and healthy way to get your veggies, greens, and even your entire meal into your day. As you know I recently started playing around with salads in a jar. First there were my chicken caprese salad jar salads, and now these lovely Mexican salads in a jar. They are perfect for meal prepping so … [Read more...]

Loaded Steak Salad with Creamy Horseradish Dressing

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It's no secret that I enjoy a good entree salad. I will almost always choose an entree salad over a cheeseburger, sandwich, or pizza when eating out at a restaurant...if I know that the salad will actually be good! I love  choosing those feel-good, veggie-forward meals at a restaurant over a greasy sandwich. Have you guys been to Granite City Brewery? We have one in town and they have a large menu with with a lot of good food. A mix of sandwiches, flat breads, pasta dishes, entrees … [Read more...]

35 Minute Chicken Pad Thai

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I feel like I have been on a Thai food flavors kick lately along with Greek flavors (just wait for the upcoming recipes). One of the most beloved dishes in the world of Thai food is pad Thai and I knew it must be made. I first discovered the deliciousness that is good Thai food, when I was in college. One of my favorite dishes to get was pad Thai. What's not to love? Tender noodles are coated in an exotic sweet, tangy, salty sauce and piled high with veggies and tender chicken or shrimp, then … [Read more...]

Chicken Caprese Salad Jars (Great for Meal Prep)

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If you are a foodie, or just a person who has any awareness of food trends, you know that mason jar salads have been a popular meal prep option for several years. I am not one of those trend setting food bloggers. Nope, I am one of those bloggers who sees the trend and finally tries it out 4 years later. And here I am finally giving mason jar salads a go. And guys, I am SO LOVING IT!!!!!! The idea behind salad jars is that you are able to stack your salad ingredients in a strategic … [Read more...]

Simple Strawberry Avocado Salad

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I hope that wherever you are it is a beautiful sunny spring day. And if it's not, no worries, this simple strawberry avocado salad will certainly make your day brighter and sunnier. Because just look at those gorgeous dark greens an that pop of red strawberry. Almost too pretty to eat? Right! Wrong! You should so totally eat this salad right up because it's super delicious! Crisp, crunchy greens (spring mix or spinach) tossed with a fruity, tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Balsamic … [Read more...]