Summer is bringing the heat here in TX which means all we’ve been craving are summer meals; Fresh fish, lighter flavors, juicy watermelons, outdoor dining. I love seeing how the shift of foods our bodies crave correlates to the flavors that are in season. I believe that our bodies are designed to eat seasonally whichContinue reading “Poblano Avocado Tilapia with Plantains”
Category Archives: Recipes
Tuscan Farro Soup
Dreaming of Italian villas in the countryside surrounded by fresh herbs & the beautiful sound of the waves crashing against cliffs?? This is the picture that comes to mind as the ingredients meld together over the stove with savory aromas of rosemary, cured meat, & hearty grain. Delish! Transport the tasty flavors of the ItalianContinue reading “Tuscan Farro Soup”
3 Breakfast Dessert Oatmeals
Why eat oatmeal in the morning?? Well, first of all, why not?! My idea of oatmeal growing up was the Quaker brand instant packets like maple & brown sugar or peaches & cream. My sister & I loved the dinosaur edition that had little dinosaur eggs in it which I’m still not sure what thoseContinue reading “3 Breakfast Dessert Oatmeals”
Good Ole Meatloaf
A traditional American meal where families gather around the dinner table enjoying a variation on a classic meat & potato dish. Tender, juicy ground meat seasoned up with some spices pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes & fresh veggies. You can’t walk into a diner without there being meatloaf on the menu. Everyone seems to makeContinue reading “Good Ole Meatloaf”
Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins
Who doesn’t love a good ole’ blueberry muffin?? I’m a sucker for blueberries; Especially this time of year when they’re in season being full of flavor & extra sweet. Pop them into a bread & that’s a good start to the morning.
Cheesy Chile Pepper Shells
Making the Dish Sweet Potatoes & Chiles: The first step in making the cheesy chile pasta shells is roasting two of the essential ingredients: Poblano peppers & sweet potatoes. As we know, baking potatoes can take awhile & we don’t have all day. So, I like to cut my sweet potatoes into quarters placing themContinue reading “Cheesy Chile Pepper Shells”
Breakfast “Cookies”
Oatmeal is my go-to breakfast on the daily. Seriously though, I don’t know what I would do without oatmeal in my life. If it’s not a bowl of oatmeal cooked on the stovetop with milk in the mornings, then I eat it in some other form later in the day like in granola, a muffin,Continue reading “Breakfast “Cookies””
Chicken Enchilada Skillet
Growing up, it was always a big deal when my mom would make enchiladas. They were a family favorite but she would only make them every once in a while because of the lengthy process. She’d spend the afternoon cooking & shredding the meat, roasting the peppers, frying tortillas & tediously rolling them up. WalkingContinue reading “Chicken Enchilada Skillet”
Turkey Bolognese
Craving a rich, saucy pasta dish that’ll satisfy you at the end of the day? A bowl full of warm Bolognese sauce & pasta will do just the trick. This healthy version is filled with lean protein in the turkey, antioxidants from the red wine, & anti-inflammatory properties in the veggies. And… it is soContinue reading “Turkey Bolognese”
Whole Wheat Banana Date Muffins
Ingredient Tips Bananas – The key to extra yummy banana breads, super ripe bananas. Let’em get ugly. The sugar content increases as bananas ripen so the dark the better for peak sweetness & they’ll also be easier to mash. Banana puree could be used for extra smooth banana if desired Date Syrup – If youContinue reading “Whole Wheat Banana Date Muffins”
