I love Butternut Squash Tortellini! There is something so fall and homey about it. This recipe has a simple browned butter sauce, toasty pecans, crispy sage leaves, and Parmesan cheese. Did I mention all the action happens in ONE pan in about 30 minutes? This easy weeknight dinner will be your new fall favorite! How…
This Mediterranean Beef and Veggie Skillet might just be the easiest dinner ever. Packed with veggies and fresh herbs, it’s…
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This is my new dinnertime SAVIOR. I can get this Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake on the table in 20 minutes flat. It’s shockingly delicious for how simple it is. It’s packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. And did I mention it’s an easy pantry meal? You can make this dinner with (almost) just what’s…
Sometimes nostalgia just hits you in the mouth right? That’s what this recipe will do for you. It’s pure comfort in a bowl. Homemade ham and bean soup is hearty and full of flavor, with a surprisingly short ingredient list for all the massive flavor it packs in. It’s all about the ham bone, that…
This Greek chicken bowl recipe is an easy healthy meal ready in about 30 minutes! Enjoy flavorful turmeric rice, tender…
Do not underestimate the glory that is French Onion Soup. Something magical happens when you combine the simple elements of this recipe: a killer savory beef broth, perfectly golden caramelized onions, and of course, enough toasty bread and melty cheese to make you weep. I’ve got details and photos to show you exactly how to…
This chimichurri salmon pairs moist flaky salmon with the tangy, garlicky punch of this herby sauce—these flavors were made for…
Chicken Tortilla Soup is usually the thing at a Mexican restaurant that I WANT to order, but can’t, because tacos. (I mean, you get this, right?) But I’m tellin you guys, don’t sleep on this recipe. IT’S SO GOOD. Like a party in your mouth. It’s perfectly spiced, creamy, warm and comforting, and healthy to…
Roast leg of lamb makes an unforgettable main dish for your Easter celebration! Roast lamb is so delicious, moist, and tender when it is done right. The secret is to crank up the oven to 500 degrees for a few minutes to get that blackened honey Dijon crust, then lower the temperature to get the…
Pozole has always been one of my favorite soups. It’s a Mexican soup made with tender pork, hominy, and a rich red chili broth. When I can tear myself away from tacos long enough, it’s my go-to order at an authentic Mexican restaurant. I’ve NEVER been able to replicate this soup at home; it’s always…
This Creamy Tuscan Salmon recipe is totally restaurant quality, but super easy to make! Perfectly pan-seared salmon, drowning in a creamy parmesan sauce with garlic, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and fresh basil. It’s the perfect summer meal and is done in 30 minutes! Originally published May 7, 2020. The other day Eric removed the couch cushions and…
A traditional roasted Cuban Mojo Marinated pork recipe that is very simple, yet packed with tons of flavor! There is nothing to this pork except an amazing marinade, but it is honestly some of the best meat I’ve ever put in my mouth. Just look at that crust! Originally published April 9, 2015. Today I was…
You might think Taco Salad is one of those throw-it-together, last minute, nothing-else-to-eat kind of meals. WRONG. Taco Salad is a show-stopper dinner, if you do it right. Plus it’s healthy! I’ll show you all my tips (and the best ingredients) for Taco Salad, Done Right. Plus two taco salad dressing recipes to choose from!…
Kung! PAO! This chicken has been taking karate and it’s here to kick you in the taste buds. Just kidding, it’s actually a healthy weeknight recipe with bell peppers, zucchini, and crunchy peanuts, in a fire orange-chili sauce. It’s got a little bit of heat and a lot of amazing Asian flavor. Special thanks to…
Say hello to your new favorite 30-minute meal! This easy one-pot dish meatballs and rice recipe is great for nights when you forget about dinner until everyone is starving. The meatballs make it nice and hearty. Use store-bought meatballs to speed things up even more! Originally published October 11, 2016. Today after Charlotte’s dance class,…
If you are looking for the next dinner every member of your family will be obsessed with, you are in luck! This is it! Honey Garlic Chicken is amazingly tender chicken thighs in an Asian inspired honey garlic sauce. It’s one of those “magic” recipes that checks a ridiculous number of boxes: Super delicious? Check.…
I am recently OBSESSED with these Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowls! It is my new favorite last minute weeknight dinner. Salmon rice bowls look fancy but everything comes together so fast! A quick marinade and then a hot sear for the salmon, plus cucumbers, edamame, avocado, and sushi rice. You will feel like a super human…
This Sesame Noodles recipe is my new favorite summer dinner! And guys it’s SO EASY. The sesame peanut sauce is blended up in no time and absolutely to-die-for. Swirl it in with some fresh cold spaghetti noodles and dinner is done! I added a thousand vegetables to make it a whole meal. I could put…
Shakshuka (Eggs in Purgatory) is one of those dishes that is so iconic that dozens of cultures claim it as their own. Even knowing this, the most basic recipe (eggs poached in a spiced onion and tomato sauce) was totally underwhelming to me. I found the secret: adding white beans and goat cheese changes everything!…
Guys I honestly didn’t think I could be sold on a Veggie Sandwich. But these vegetarian sandwiches are the best things to happen to my weeknight dinner routine this summer. An herby, cheesy spread on one side, creamy avocado on the other, and the perfect combo of fresh veggies in between, plus a lil Havarti…
This AMAZINGLY juicy and tender BBQ Smoked Pulled Pork is made on a GAS grill! Get that unique smoky flavor you love without investing in an actual smoker. It’s an easy recipe that is pretty hands-off. The flavor is legit. The meat just falls apart, and you get that crispy blackened edge that only comes…
This easy and healthy tomato basil pasta casserole is a great way to use up all those vegetables from your garden. It feeds a crowd and tastes amazing! Perfect meatless dinner for a summer night. Originally published July 23, 2015. You want to know the best way to get killer tomatoes from your garden? Go…
Beef and Broccoli can be so hit and miss, right? Sometimes it’s transcendent, other times it’s gloopy and chewy. I’ve figured out the secrets! If you’re a Chinese food lover, make this easy homemade Beef and Broccoli recipe for a healthy dinner that’s faster (and cheaper) than takeout. A few Asian pantry staples are all…
I have tried several recipes for Cilantro Lime Rice–they all tasted the same as regular rice, with maybe some vague limey notions. I don’t ever want the lime in my life to be vague. This recipe, also known as Arroz Verde (Green Rice) brings the zip! We start with aromatic basmati rice, add a couple…
This soup is basically blended up zucchini. It has no cream in it (other than to garnish) yet it’s so smooth and rich. A summer time solution for all those garden veggies! WAIT I forgot about the popcorn to go on top! Guys, it’s so good! Originally published July 13, 2017. We just got home…
