Stuffed shells are often underrated and frequently over looked because people think they are too time consuming to make. On the contrary! I love making stuffed shells because the flavor combinations are endless and truth be told, I can have a batch in the oven in under 30 minutes. With fall just around the corner, … Continue reading Pumpkin Prosciutto Stuffed Shells
School is back in session and so is Sunday afternoon meal prep! Check out these easy and super tasty baked, not fried chicken tenders which can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for several days. My kids take them in their lunch boxes or eat them as an afternoon snack and dip them … Continue reading Baked not Fried EBTB Chicken Tenders
Today's a two-fer and it's not even Tuesday!! Following my Ratatouille Nachos appetizer this afternoon, my family will dine on this delightful summer side salad and grilled pork chops (also on the blog, search brined pork chops). I love a good Panzanella and the addition of watermelon is a no-brainer this time of year! Enjoy!! … Continue reading Watermelon Panzanella
Can't decide between chicken or shrimp tonight... how about both?! These grilled chicken and shrimp kababs with pineapple are sure to please. They pack a little heat with the addition of chili powder and red pepper flake, but it pairs nicely with tangy lime and cooling cilantro! Enjoy!! Ingredients: Makes 10 - 12, 12 in kababs, … Continue reading Grilled Chicken/Shrimp/Pineapple Kababs with Chili Lime Vinaigrette
Can't go wrong with this salad! It's filling, fresh, flavorful and makes a great side dish. Tonight I served it alongside kababs and tomorrow it will make a great leftover lunch. It feeds a crowd so consider taking it to your next bbq or block party! Enjoy!! Ingredients: Feeds 8 4 cups low sodium chicken … Continue reading Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Heads up, if you're a fan of cauliflower, vodka sauce and/or parmigiana, trust me, you'll want to try this recipe! With all three rolled into one delicious dish, how can you go wrong?! Ingredients: Feeds 6 - 8 2 tbsp olive oil 1/2 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 28 oz can crushed tomatoes 1 … Continue reading Drunken Cauliflower
I'd like to thank my friend Dina for this recipe inspiration! She shared a picture of her version of this dish and the original recipe with me after her family raved. I'm always looking for creative ways to lighten things up and get extra veggies into my peeps! This recipe delivers on both those points … Continue reading Zucchini “Ravioli” en Casserole
This is a tasty alternative to traditional meat tacos! Although butternut squash may not be your first pick for tacos, the adobo, clove and cumin really elevate this veg and give the taco filling some serious flavor! If that's not enough to get your meatless mouths watering, the toppings will; fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, toasted … Continue reading Butternut Squash Tacos
You won't fool the meat lovers in your life but you will serve them a super flavorful, lighter version of this classic dish. If you're tempted to nix the cheese and cream...don't! They truly elevate the sauce and take this dish to the next level, #trust. Mangia bene!! Ingredients: Feed 4 - 6 3 tbsp … Continue reading Vegetarian Bolognese
Somewhere on this blog, there already exists a recipe for individual chicken pot pies! The following recipe will be very similar in many ways, however what makes this twist unique is that it presents as one large pie that you serve family style! It's complete with all the trimmings you'd find on your holiday dinner … Continue reading Family Style Chicken Pot Pie
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