Hi Reader! Whether you're in it for the football or the food, game day is a great time to break out your favorite appetizers. 🏈 From dips to meatballs, I'm sharing some of my favorite finger foods that are perfect for sharing with friends. For more ideas, check out my collection of Appetizers. #1 My 5-Minute Black Bean Dip is a long-time reader favorite, with too many ⭐️5-star⭐️ reviews to count! Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers or raw veggies. Or layer it into a burrito! #2 These...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Dump & go! That's right, just throw all of the ingredients for this Slow Cooker Vegetable Barley Soup into the crockpot & walk away.🙌🏻 It's not only easy to make, but it ranks high on the nutrition scale. High in fiber, plant based and packed with nutrients.✔️ GET THE RECIPE This recipe makes a large batch of soup, which means you can freeze the leftovers for future meals. We like to serve it with whole grain crackers and hummus for an extra hit of protein. Looking for more...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Hopefully you had a wonderful and are enjoying some cooler fall temperatures. 🍁 Today I'm sharing some of my favorite chicken recipes. Many of them take just 30 minutes to make, which means they're ideal for getting dinner on the table quickly. For more options, check out my collection of Chicken & Turkey Recipes. #1 My Thai Chicken Salad is a long-time reader favorite, with too many ⭐️5-star⭐️ reviews to count! It's also great with shrimp or chickpeas swapped in for the chicken....
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! As soon as September hits, I dive straight into comfort food recipes. Soups are my "hands down" favorite meals, but anything featuring fall fruits and veggies gets my vote. Here are some of our "go to" fall recipes. Happy cooking! Must-make sauce Stovetop Apple Butter - Dollop a spoonful over roast chicken or pork, or spread it on grilled turkey sandwiches for an easy meal. 🍎 Main dishes Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili - A 5-star favorite! One reader said, "I’ve made this a few times...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Summer is coming to a close and school is back in full swing. As much as I adore summertime, I really appreciate getting back to a regular schedule once fall arrives. And that means more meal planning! Below are some easy main and side dishes to help you ease back into regular weeknight cooking. Happy cooking! Snack of the week Make a batch of 5-Minute Black Bean Dip for veggie and cracker dipping all week long. Or layer it into burritos and tacos for extra flavor. Main dishes...
22 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Stir-fries are the ultimate weeknight meal. They're quick and easy to prepare, and endlessly versatile. Switch up the protein and use whatever veggies you have on hand. Happy cooking! Must-make sauce Homemade Stir Fry Sauce - We always have a batch of this on hand for last-minute dinners. One reader said, "Love this sauce. I make it and freeze portions of it for later use." Main dishes Chicken Wonton Stir Fry - A 5-star favorite! ⭐️This 30-minute chicken wonton stir fry uses...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! It simply doesn't get better than sweet summertime tomatoes! We planted a cherry tomato plant in a large pot this year and this thing is now taller than my 6 foot 2 inch husband. And covered with a bounty of tomatoes on the verge of ripening.🍅 Whether you grow your own tomatoes or like to hit the farmer's market, it's time to pull out the summer tomato recipes. Hope you enjoy some of my favorites! Roasted Tomato & Mushroom Pasta - One reader said, "This is an absolutely delicious...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Hopefully you're enjoying a relaxing summer weekend and are keeping cool! I'm popping in quickly with some easy weeknight dinner inspiration for the week ahead. Serve any of these with a side of grilled or steamed veggies or an easy green salad. Easy peasy dinner prep! Grilled Mahi Mahi with Avocado Peach Salsa - One reader said, "Made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious. My husband especially liked the salsa. Really brightened up the fish." Honey Rosemary Salmon - Only 6...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Summer corn season is here! We often steam or boil the shucked ears, then lather in butter and salt. But when you're buying dozen of ears 🙋🏻♀️, sometimes you need to shake things up a little. Below are some easy ways to spruce up corn on the cob, along with directions for grilling corn, a couple of salsas and some salads. Hope you enjoy these recipes! Pesto Butter Corn on the Cob - One reader said, "Made this for dinner last night. So easy and so good! I'm going to make my corn...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read