Black Bean Goat Cheese Fritters

fritters

This recipe is a re-creation of one we tried at a wonderful restaurant called Passionfish in Pacific Grove, California last weekend. These tasty bites are breaded with seasoned Panko breadcrumbs and fried for a wonderfully soft and rich inside and a crunchy bite on the outside. They are a perfect little appetizer or side dish,Read more

Best Butternut Squash Soup

butternut squash soup

This butternut squash soup recipe is one of my favorite fall dishes. Comforting and creamy, this soup packs a little kick from the cayenne pepper.  I love that this is filling enough to eat as a meal, but doesn’t break my calorie bank for the day. A creamy, rich tasting soup with a little kickRead more

Lemony Breadcrumb Green Beans

Alright friends, this is another veggie dish for the “easy and delicious” category! You are going to love it! Salty, buttery, crunchy Panko breadcrumbs absorb the acidity of the lemon and combine with fresh crunchy green beans and garlic for a gorgeously green and mouth watering vegetable dish that you’ll crave again and again. AndRead more

Grilled Corn Salad

The summer months are calling, and this lime, spiced and grilled corn salad is just the recipe to get you in the mood.  Start by preheating your grill and wrapping 8 corn cobs in foil. The foil keeps the corn kernels from drying out too much, and leaves them plump and beautiful for your salad. Read more

Tangy & Sweet Broccoli Salad

broccoli salad

If you really want to love your vegetables and crave them like crazy, you’ve come to the right place! This sweet and tangy broccoli salad is loaded with raw broccoli, with just enough creamy, tangy, sweet dressing,  salty sunflower seeds and sweet and chewy dried cranberries to keep you coming back for more time andRead more

Carmelized Brussel Sprouts & Warm Onion Cranberry Dressing

onion cranberry dressing

After making homemade dressings, there is no going back to store bought. This warm onion, cranberry, balsamic dressing is super simple to whip up and goes great with carmelized brussel sprouts for a winning sweet and sour side dish.  Start by sauteing half an onion sliced and chopped along with a handful of dried cranberriesRead more

Bigos (Polish Hunter’s Stew)

bigos

Bigos is a Polish stew that I grew up with, and appreciate even more as an adult. I particularly love how many vegetables this dish includes, and the sour, salty taste of it makes this so delicious. I particularly love this for when I’m trying to eat healthier, like these days. This dish is healthyRead more

Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad with Creamy Chive Dressing

Brussel Sprouts!! One of my favorite vegetables just got a new twist with the idea of shredding the sprouts into a salad. Your food processor can do this in seconds using the shredding attachment, or you can just simply slice by hand. Shredded brussel sprouts can be eaten with just a few minutes of warmingRead more

Smoky Artichokes with Garlic Lemon Caper Dip

Grilled Artichokes

The artichoke is a vegetable that requires a little time for preparation, but it’s oh so worth it! This recipe is a family favorite-lemony and smoky, and oh so delicious with my Smoky Garlic Lemon Caper Dip. Liquid smoke amps up the flavor of both the artichokes and the dip in this recipe, and IRead more

Crispy Lemony Potatoes with Charred Tomatoes

Greek lemony, roasted potatoes are a restaurant favorite in our family, but getting the same texture and flavor at home can be tricky! This recipe has a few tricks to get you a restaurant style version with an added twist of charred tomatoes for a pop of color. If you don’t love tomatoes, just garnishRead more