When summer arrives, my goal is to spend as little time as possible in the kitchen. Lunch for me means that it is time for salad recipes. But forget boring “lettuce food” style salads. When I say salad I mean a bowl full of heart healthy goodness and an amazing dressing. This Hearty Chicken Sunflower …
Stuffed peppers normally have lots of rice and cheese in the recipe. Since I am trying to have really clean recipes lately, these turkey stuffed peppers are a healthier way to enjoy this traditional dish. My husband loves to “find bargains” for me when we grocery shop. The other day he came upon a basket of …
These cashew coconut energy bites are sweetened with medjool dates and have no dairy or gluten. They are a healthy way to get a burst of energy after a workout. With just a few minutes of your time and some healthy ingredients, you have a tasty on-the-go snack. Want to try using fresh coconut in …
These Italian sweet potatoes combine with fresh herbs and diced tomatoes for the most amazing full flavored side dish. They are wonderful served with any protein and even taste great as leftovers the next day as part of a cooked breakfast. Sweet potatoes are incredibly versatile in recipes. You can substitute them in any recipe …
These Breakfast Hash Browns with bacon and eggs are very filling and just loaded with flavor from the veggies and fresh herbs. It’s the weekend, and for me that means that it is time for one of my hearty breakfast recipes. I have more time in the kitchen when I am not thinking about getting …
This Spinach Frittata with mushrooms and leeks is just bursting with flavor and comes together in about 20 minutes. The recipe is dairy free, low carb and Paleo and Whole30 compliant. Are you a breakfast person? We love to really splurge on it in my house. My whole family loves a cooked breakfast. They really …
A big focus of mine, lately, is trying to cut out carbs. (or at least cut them way, way down!) That can make breakfast a bit of a challenge. But not so with these Paleo Sweet Potato Breakfast Stacks. The sweet potato acts like a piece of bread and it gets stacked with the most …
I had a scare late last year that had me in the hospital for a few weeks worrying about my heart and my health. In the end, untreated high blood pressure was the culprit. I am managing it now with medication and diet, but it was a big wake up call for me. All of …
My daughter bought me a panini pan for Christmas. She and I often have mum-daughter dates at Panera Bread and I always choose a half panini sandwich and bowl of soup. Jess knew that I would be cooking up a panini storm for lunch if I had my own pan. She was right! This slimmed …
The cold temperatures that we have been experiencing lately have made me looking for some new “comfort food” creations. There is nothing quite like tucking into a hearty meal when you are chilled to the bones. These Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers fill the comfort food need but keep health in mind at the same time! …
Cranberries are one of those foods that always seem to find their way onto the holiday table. These lovely Cranberry Pecan Crostini Appetizers are the perfect appetizers to start your gathering. They are wonderful as a bite with drinks before dinner, and also make a lovely starter to a meal when served on small plates with …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SamsClubMag #CollectiveBias It’s time for a roasted root vegetable medley. Fall flavors combined to make this roasted root vegetable medley a hit with your family. This post may contain affiliate links for your cooking experience. For me, fall is …
August 31 is National Trail mix day. Time to make everyone’s favorite party snack. This S’mores trail mix reminds me of the ever popular camping treat, and the kids will just love it, so it makes a wonderful after school snack. Our family is very fond of trail mixes. They are a good way to satisfy you …
The warm summer months are the time for a big helping of your favorite cold desserts. It is loads of fun (not to mention tasty) to dig into a bowl of creamy, rich and cold ice cream. This tasty double dark chocolate ice cream is dairy free, gluten free and also great for those on …
If you are looking for a healthy, gluten free alternative to high carb wraps, try these tuna lettuce wraps. They are very tasty, packed with nutritious ingredients and so easy to make. I love that I can have several of them without breaking my calorie bank. You can’t say that with a normal wrap, can …
Are you looking for a really easy to make and healthy snack that is both nutritious and super tasty? Try these no bake peanut butter energy bites. They are simple to make, ready in minutes and pack a nutritious boost with a taste that can’t be beat. These peanut butter energy bites make a great …
This chunky roasted tomato vegetable marinara sauce with pasta dish is the perfect meal for Meatless Monday (or any day of the week!) I enjoy eating meals that don’t have any meat in them, especially for lunches. I love to use roasted tomatoes in my sauces. Roasting them in the oven brings out the natural sweetness …
My husband and I love seafood and often choose it when we eat at our favorite restaurants. But, so many times, the restaurant version is full of heavy cream and lots of butter, which is not so great if one is trying to watch their weight. This light seafood piccata with pasta gives me all the …
These Diet Dr Pepper Brownies are easy to make and have a lower calorie count than normal brownies, since there is no oil in the recipe. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Diet Dr Pepper®. The opinions and text are all mine. Be sure to join me in this giveaway and …
This Roasted Yam Salad with seasoned chicken has the most amazing flavors. It’s simple to make and just full of hearty goodness and flavor. Salads don’t have to be boring and this one proves it in spades. For another healthy salad, check out my antipasto salad with home made red wine vinaigrette. It is full …
If you are like me, you may find that preparing a healthy meal at lunch can be a bit of a challenge. Sometimes it’s just handy to grab something unhealthy and quick when your day is full of things to do. But this is not a great option. With a bit of thought and …
I love yellow fin tuna. It is also known as Ahi Tuna and can be prepared in so many ways. Today’s recipe for yellow fin tuna with pineapple salsa is easy to make and the pineapple adds a great freshness to the recipe. Add a touch of freshness to dinner with this Yellow Fin Tuna …
I love Asian inspired recipes. They are clean and full of healthy ingredients and so flavorful. This recipe for albacore tuna rice paper spring rolls rivals the ones my husband and I get at our favorite Thai restaurant. They are light, crunchy and go perfectly with the sweet and spicy home made dipping sauce. These …
Everything for this one pan roasted chicken dinner is placed on a baking sheet and it is ready to eat before you know it. One pan, easy clean up, fast. Oh my goodness, my mind is going into overtime dinner love for this one! I make roast chicken all the time, but normally I do the …
Practice these 5 tips for getting healthy in the new year and all year long. New Year, New Thoughts….time to take stock, think back on last year, and make plans for the coming year. For many of us that means focusing on getting healthy, or losing weight, in the New Year. Is that one of …
Each January, I take stock of the past year and focus on how I would like my coming year to be. For me, this often means a reset of my eating habits. I am a food blogger, after all, so food is something that I love to make (and eat!) For the last few years, …
