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This simple, homemade honey mustard vinaigrette dressing takes just minutes to make using pantry staples you likely already have on hand! This Honey Mustard Vinaigrette is always a family favorite due to the sweet and tangy flavor combinations. Made with …
Garlic and lemon make these rosemary chicken breasts tasty, but they also pack a load of protein in a low-calorie meal. You can find me out at the grill as soon as the snow in Michigan melts, and I’ll stay …
Basil pesto is easy to make and freeze, preserving the fresh flavors of summer. Healthy and versatile – pesto is perfect brushed on grilled meats, tossed with steamed veggies, or stirred into soup. I love preparing homemade basil pesto in …
A step-by-step tutorial for breaking down a whole watermelon into perfect, bite-sized pieces, this is the best way to cut a watermelon. When the weather starts to heat up, nothing is more satisfying than diving into a big bowl of …
These flavor-packed Za’atar Crusted Cauliflower Steaks are easy to make and are the ultimate vegetarian entree or side dish recipe! If you buy your cauliflower at the right time, you’ll find that they can get HUGE! If you’ve never tried …
A creamy, flavor-packed dressing, this Healthy Blue Cheese Dressing takes just minutes to make and is completely guilt-free. Who doesn’t love a rich, creamy blue cheese dressing on a crisp bed of salad greens? Instead of buying the bottled stuff, …
Don’t be intimidated on how to cook artichokes! Four steps will show you how easy it is to prepare these fresh and flavorful vegetables. Artichokes are one of my favorite vegetables of all time. The creamy, buttery texture and slightly …
A quick and easy weeknight dinner, roasted salmon is brushed with a fresh and flavorful honey mustard sauce the whole family will love. We grew up eating seafood several nights a week, and my mom’s Honey Mustard Salmon was always …
Creamy, tangy, and full of heart-healthy fatty acids, this Pineapple Banana Avocado Smoothie is a great way to start your day. It should come as no surprise that I have another smoothie to share with you all this week, this …
Roasted Asparagus with Red Peppers is sweet, tender, and melts in your mouth as the flavors caramelize in the oven. Do you love roasted red peppers as much as I do? Sweet, tender, and packed with vitamins, they are a …
An easy to make seafood dish, my Salmon with Lemon and Oregano uses my two favorite ingredients and is ready in only 20 minutes. I love salmon, and so does my heart. Super rich in omega-3 fatty acids, high in …
A humble but flavorful Lebanese classic, this vegetarian side dish of Lebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes is made with warm spices including cinnamon and allspice. Comfort food means different things to different people. For me and my family, the most …
A staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, Lebanese Rice Pilaf is made with vermicelli noodles toasted in clarified (rendered) butter. I’ve mentioned it before, but I’ll say it again. I could eat Lebanese food everyday for the rest of my life. …
Shish Tawook chicken, a traditional Lebanese dish, becomes juicy and tender from a simple marinade of fresh lemon juice and garlic. If I could eat one food every single day for the rest of my life, it would be Lebanese food, …
The perfect cocktail recipe for entertaining or date night-in, these spicy jalapeño margaritas are sweet, sour, and slightly spicy. I haven’t shared a drink recipe in a while, so I figured you could all use a cocktail. Am I right? These …
Kid-friendly and packed with protein, oven roasted chickpeas are the perfect complement to any salad or having standalone as a healthy snack. Have you ever tried throwing some chickpeas in the oven? The result is a fantastic, crunchy, salty, protein-packed …
Fresh lemonade and fragrant orange blossom water are mixed with a sparkling water to create a delicious, refreshing drink. Looking for a new drink to serve at a party? Or maybe just want something refreshing to end your day with? …
Bright lemon juice and fruity olive oil pairs perfectly with fresh garlic and Dijon mustard to make this simple, homemade salad dressing. A green salad dressed with a simple homemade vinaigrette has been on our dinner table my entire life. …
Baked Pita Chips with Za’atar are ideal for dipping in hummus or sprinkling over a salad. Easy to make and so much tastier than store-bought, your friends and family will love these healthy baked chips. Hummus runs through my veins. …
Simple, bright, and delicious, this orange, fennel, and red onion salad makes a great side, snack, or appetizer. New to fennel? This often overlooked vegetable, found by the lettuce, kale, and chard in the grocery store, makes a delicious addition …
These chocolate truffles with sea salt are the perfect balance of sweet with a hint of savory, using coffee to naturally enhance the chocolate flavor. When it comes to dessert in my house, it usually involves chocolate. Homemade truffles are …
Cool, creamy, and full of rich chocolate flavor, you won’t miss the added fat and calories in this lightened up vegan chocolate mousse recipe. When it comes to dessert, I almost always gravitate towards chocolate. My Vegan Chocolate Espresso Mousse …
20 high protein breakfasts that will keep you full and satisfied until lunch. I love breakfast. Many of you know by now that I start most mornings with a smoothie, but there are a ton of delicious filling ways to …
A spicy twist on the traditional Moscow mule recipe, this version is made with gin, jalapeños, and ginger beer. The perfect drink that’s zesty, spicy, and not too sweet. Whenever I try a new cocktail at a restaurant, I love …
Easy pan seared salmon locks in the natural juices and heart-healthy oils while creating an irresistible golden crust. Salmon is not only one of the most nutrient-dense foods available, but it also happens to be one of the easiest to …
Butternut squash is roasted with olive oil and curry powder until caramelized then pulsed with chicken or vegetable stock until smooth and creamy. I am a total soup fanatic. Regardless of the weather or season, I’ll never turn down a …
Ready in 5 minutes, this thick and creamy Greek tzatziki is blended with cucumbers, dill, lemon, and garlic to create a healthy and addictive yogurt sauce. When I have a few extra minutes, I love turning plain yogurt into a …
This tart, refreshing, and slightly sweet Seabreeze cocktail recipe will transport you to a warm ocean breeze after a single sip. Made with fresh grapefruit juice, cranberry juice, and lime juice, it tastes great with either vodka or gin. Classic, …
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This simple, comforting chicken soup recipe is made with hearty chickpeas and whole grain bulgur wheat cooked in a classic chicken bone broth. If you know me, you know I love a comforting, warm bowl of soup. Soup season lasts …
This bright and refreshing gin cocktail is made with ruby red grapefruit juice and rosemary simple syrup. Festive enough for special occasions but easy enough for a casual date night at home. Are you looking for a new, refreshing drink? …
The easiest appetizer you’ll ever make, this warm baked brie with honey and sliced almonds is a crowd favorite and takes just minutes to prepare. Do you know how everyone has a handful of foolproof, go-to recipes that they keep …
Loaded with health benefits and requiring only five ingredients, this slow cooker cranberry sauce is the perfect make-ahead side dish for your table. We were never a big cranberry sauce family growing up and to be honest, after seeing images of …
