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Sonoma Chicken Salad (Whole Foods Copycat)

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This post was previously published on Robust Recipes. It has been updated for a better user experience. Hi friends. If you have never had sonoma chicken salad before you are in for a treat!!!   Of all the chicken salads out there THIS chicken salad is the queen of them all. It's just got that perfect balance between crunchy celery and pecans, and juicy, sweet grapes with tender, savory chicken and a dressing that's just the right amount to keep everything moist, but … [Read more...]

Socca Pizza with Pesto (Gluten Free)

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Pizza! Pizza! PIZZZAAAA!!!! Who doesn't love some pizza?!? This pizza isn't just any pizza. It's socca pizza!!!! If you remember about a year ago, I shared a recipe for rosemary socca. It's essentially a flat bread that's tender in the center and crisp around the edges. SO GOOD!!! Ever since trying socca I have wanted to use it as a pizza crust. I mean, why not?!  It's the perfect blank canvas for an array of toppings. Similar to an artisan pizza. Best part: there is no … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins (Healthy)

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Welcome to the land of fluffy muffins studded with juicy blueberries and topped with crunchy sugar. It's a lovely place to be. Sit. Stay a while. Muffins are one of my favorite things to bake. I think it's because I LOVE the idea of a muffin, but usually, they are pretty much cake trying to disguise itself as a healthy breakfast food.  What if I told you muffins don't have to be that way? That a muffin can be relatively healthy,  yet still taste delicious? Would you be on … [Read more...]

Lemon Dill Salmon with Asparagus (One Pan)

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As the weather gets nicer I want to spend less time in the kitchen cooking and more time outside. That's when a sheet pan meal comes into play, especially one that features fish, because fish cooks so dang fast! Lemon dill salmon with asparagus only takes 20 minutes to make, and only requires one pan!!! It can't get much easier then that!  The other best part is that this is a complete meal. It provides a healthy protein with healthy fats, and a super healthy vegetable form the … [Read more...]

Easy Jalapeno Sauce (For Dipping, or Drizzling)

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Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!! 🥳 Today, I have for you a super easy Jalapeno sauce that can be used in so many different ways. I first tried this sauce last summer on our family vacation when my cousin made it. He said he had it at a Mexican, or Tex-Mex restaurant, in Texas, where he lives - of course, Texas has delicious Mexican food, so good! Anyways, when he was describing it to me, that all it is is jalapenos blended with avocado oil and lime juice.... I was skeptical. Then I tried it. It … [Read more...]

Chile Relleno Enchiladas

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Are you familiar with chiles relleno?  They're so, so good. One of my favorite things to order at a Mexican restaurant, but when I set out to make them at home I felt overwhelmed. I wanted to make an easier spin on chiles rellenos without as much work. This recipe for chile relleno enchiladas was inspired by Laura in the Kitchen. Thanks Laura for the idea to turn a time consuming recipe into something more manageable. Chile relleno enchiladas are corn tortillas stuffed with roasted … [Read more...]

Vegan Cashew Queso (Super Creamy)

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Who else goes crazy for Cinco de Mayo?!!? The excuse to eat endless amounts of Mexican inspired food. I am on board!!! Vegan queso!  If you happen to be dairy free, or vegan, you are probably rejoicing right now. If you are not, then you may be wondering how the heck can queso, essentially a cheese dip, be vegan??? Four words: Cashews, and nutritional yeast! Stick with me here. The cashews provide the rich, saucy creamy texture. The nutritional yeast, provides the "cheesy" … [Read more...]

Healthier Mac and Cheese (Super Creamy)

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Who else is ready for some healthier mac and cheese?!?! I mean, when are we not in the mood for noodles enrobed in a creamy cheesy sauce?! Let's be honest. And don't worry, when I say healthier mac and cheese, I don't mean mac and cheese that is lacking in cheesy flavor, or creamy goodness. I mean a healthier mac and cheese that actually tastes rich and super cheesy and creamy, with plump noodles. A mac and cheese that satisfies all of the those comfort food cravings. You can trust me, … [Read more...]

Healthy Spiced Carrot Muffins

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This recipe was originally published on Robust Recipes in 2016. It has been updated for a better user experience. Enjoy.  Onward to Easter inspired recipes!!! Who else can't get enough of carrot cake inspired recipes this time of year?!?!  These spiced carrot muffins were a popular recipe  I shared back in 2016. It was time for a glow up. Spiced carrot muffins are soft and tender, moist, and packed with carrots, warming spices, and juicy raisins. They are made … [Read more...]

Irish Champ (Mashed Potatoes with Green Onions)

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Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!!! 🍀 I love the opportunity to celebrate anything Irish so much that I had to take this opportunity to share just one more Irish recipe with you. What feels more Irish then potatoes? (At least, to us Americans lol). Today, we are making Irish champ. What is Irish champ? Essentially mashed potatoes with milk, butter, and a ton of green onions! Sounds great, right? How can you go wrong with buttery mashed potatoes and green onions? This is my take on a … [Read more...]