Who else could use a bowl of healthy broccoli cheddar soup?!?! Comfort food to the max!!! I grew up in Wisconsin - the land of cheese! Anytime I saw broccoli cheddar soup on a menu I would order it. What's not to love about broccoli cheddar soup? Salty, umami, melted cheese in a creamy, dreamy soup with plenty of tender broccoli florets and sweet carrots?! If anything, it's one way that kids will eat their broccoli. Why does cheddar cheese go so well with broccoli? The combo … [Read more...]
Turkey Pumpkin Chili (Healthy)
Who else loves a good chili?! Hearty, tomato-y, ground pieces of meat, nicely spiced, tender beans, loaded with toppings - comforting, and warming. I am a huge fan. My all-time favorite is my beef chili, inspired by my grandma's chili, which I ate loads of when I was a kid. I am always up for trying, and making various versions of chili. This turkey pumpkin chili has permanently made it onto my favorite chili list! Turkey pumpkin chili is a lighter, healthier version than your traditional … [Read more...]
Green Beans Almondine (with Bacon)
POV: You are a huge fan of green bean casserole as part of your Thanksgiving menu, but you want something a touch lighter, easier to make, and you still want green beans. Enter green beans almondine, with bacon. Because adding bacon to things just gives me holiday vibes!! Green beans almondine is a classic green bean dish that is essentially cooked green beans that are served with toasted almonds. There are variations on this classic dish, of course, but the main components are always green … [Read more...]
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice (Recipe)
Can we even have pumpkin season without a homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe?! I think not! It is the base of what makes pumpkin recipes - well, taste like pumpkin. Of course, there is the actual pumpkin ingredient that helps the food taste like pumpkin, but if we're being honest, there are many sweet treats that we enjoy, that do not contain any actual pumpkin, and only contain the pumpkin pie spice - we're looking at you PSL!!! And, guess what? It somehow tastes like pumpkin!! So, I … [Read more...]
Egg Cups (3 Ways)
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!!! I know, I know, it's a phrase that is used way too often. But, I honestly believe it to be true. This is why I am sharing these super easy, meal prep, egg cups, so that you don't need to ever miss out on the most important meal of the day!!! We have been making these egg cups for years. Whenever we have an extra busy week, we will either make these egg cups, or some instant pot hard boiled eggs ahead of time. That way, on that very busy … [Read more...]
How to Make Sauerkraut (In a Mason Jar)
This post, on how to make sauerkraut, was previously published in 2019. It has been updated for a better user experience. Enjoy! One of the things I have enjoyed the most on this recipe blog adventure, is learning how to make sauerkraut, along with other simple fermented foods - such as, my easy fermented salsa. Aside from the fact that fermented foods often taste even better than their non-fermented counterparts - fermented foods are incredibly healthy, and are super fun to make. … [Read more...]
Italian Marinated Chicken (4 Cooking Methods)
Italian marinated chicken is juicy, flavorful chicken that can be cooked 4 different ways, and is versatile. Serve it with a side of veggies, grains, or a salad for a simple meal. Or, cook it on the weekend, and turn it into chicken that you can have all week long. This recipe all started when I set out make 4 different chicken marinades. The other two were mediocre, at best, and this one was amazing. So, instead of 3 marinades, I am providing you with one outstanding chicken marinade … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Lemon Bars
Hello! GLUTEN FREE LEMON BARS!!! I LOVE YOU!!!!! Gluten free lemon bars are bright, sunny, perfectly balanced in tartness, and in sweetness, with a lovely soft crust. They are the ultimate dessert for winter, spring, or summer! I honestly can't think of a more classic way to showcase lemons. Maybe a lemon meringue pie, but other than that, lemon bars really takes the cake! What's great about lemon desserts, I think, is that they are meant for many seasons. During the summer, they are … [Read more...]
Greek Pasta Salad with Shrimp
Who is ready for a refreshing Greek pasta salad on a hot summer day?!?! You all love my Italian pasta salad with salami that I shared last summer, so I couldn't resist making another pasta salad. And, I have to say, I might have a new favorite!!! This Greek pasta salad is vibrant, healthy, and is packed with Greek inspired veggies: red onion that gets pickled in the vinaigrette, kalamata olives, cucumbers, bell pepper, artichoke hearts, and grape tomatoes. Plus, you've got the pillow-y … [Read more...]
Easy Asparagus Frittata (One Pan)
I can't express how much we love this asparagus frittata. We have been eating it for lunch, dinner, and sometimes breakfast. It doesn't matter what time of day it is, this asparagus frittata makes a satisfying meal. Tender, creamy, cheesy, eggs that is filled with sautéed onion, asparagus and red bell pepper - what's not love about this asparagus frittata? It's bursting with spring time goodness. It's simple enough for a lazy weekend breakfast, or brunch - while still being special … [Read more...]
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