Turkey Harvest Salad Many people think eating clean is about preparing every little item with your own hands. However, that's not realistic in the real world. There is work, family, kids, school, sports and just life that prevents you from standing in the kitchen, washing and chopping your own veggies for an hr. Today we are … Continue reading Turkey Harvest Salad
An Almost BLT Bowl There are just days when you sit there and you think "Man! I could really use a BLT!" Okay, I'm guilty of always thinking of that. I am a complete bacon addict. I like them all, the turkey, the pork and even the vegan version. Please...don't judge, there are some people … Continue reading An Almost BLT Bowl
Simply Sautéed Mushrooms This is one of my favorite dishes! I make this at least once a week. It's delicious straight from the skillet or chilled on a salad! Since, you can have this dish hot or cold, it would work as a side or an appetizer. Close your eyes and visualize your appetizer platter...some grilled peppers, … Continue reading Simply Sauteed Mushrooms
Moroccan Wild Rice Salad This is an easy salad to make and great for all seasons. There is also a great deal of flexibility with the type of greens you can use. One of my new obsessions of late is baby arugula. I literally will put it in sandwiches, toss it with my scrambled … Continue reading Morrocan Wild Rice Salad
Nut and Dairy Free Pesto Before we entered the land of dairy free, gluten free, soy free, and nut free cuisine, I use to make pesto all the time. I really loved the taste of ground nuts, basil and cheese in an olive oil base. Sigh...my mouth still waters when I think about the flavors. … Continue reading Nut and Dairy Free Pesto
Herb Dressing Whether you are growing it or scoping out your local farmers market, herbs and greens are plentiful. I actually like just eating them straight in my salad or adding them to my dressing. They are so much more than just a garnish your meats. This dressing is extra special as it is vegan … Continue reading Herb Dressing
Stuffed Pepper Caprese During the summer, many of us just don't want to cook. It is too hot and there just isn't enough time between camp pickups and running errands. This morning, I quickly chopped up all the vegetables and made the filling. Later this evening, I filled the peppers and grilled up some shrimp. It … Continue reading Stuffed Pepper Caprese
Crispy Garlic Salt Kale Chips This weekend is the 4th of July weekend. I am going to have fruit and veggie platters out but I really wanted something salty and crunchy. I put out some kettle potato chips too but unfortunately it wasn’t for me. Then it occurred to me that I could make kale … Continue reading Garlic Salt Kale Chips
Broccoli Hash Stir-fried or steamed broccoli is usually the choice for this healthy green in our house. Since broccoli is my kid’s favorite vegetable, I really shouldn’t complain. However, I'm getting bored with constantly eating broccoli the same way. This past weekend happens to have been Father's Day and I thought I would try something different. We … Continue reading Broccoli Hash
Butternut Squash Un-Risotto The first question most people are going to ask is why is this a "un-risotto"? The answer is a risotto is creamy form of rice dish and this dish does not contain rice. Then why call it a risotto if it has no rice? It is because this dish simulates the texture … Continue reading Butternut Squash Un-Risotto
