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Tilapia fish is baked in a traditional veracruz-style sauce filled with capers, olives and lime juice. A fast, fresh and healthy weeknight dinner idea. We grew up eating fish quite regularly and I’m so glad we did because it’s healthy, …
A show-stopping side dish! Mashed Sweet potatoes are whipped with pure maple syrup, creamy whole milk yogurt and a hint of orange zest. Our family goes through a lot of sweet potatoes. My kids love them, my husband loves them …
Perfect for lunch boxes or after-school snacking, your kids will love these sweet and crunchy apple sandwiches. Apple season is in full force here in Michigan and I couldn’t be more excited. I love everything about fall but the abundance of crisp, juicy …
Tender, juicy chicken breasts are coated in fluffy garlic sauce and topped with a crispy panko topping. Remember that incredible Lebanese Garlic Sauce my Aunt Paula recently shared with me? Let’s just say it didn’t last long in this house. First we enjoyed …
A quick and easy snack or appetizer, these salty, savory, creamy bites of salami, herbed goat cheese and dill pickle are a big crowd pleaser. I am a huge fan of party snacks. When given the choice of a dessert table …
Ripe berries are sweetened with pure honey and flavored with a hint of fresh ginger and lemon zest to create this cool, creamy and decadent frozen yogurt. One reason I love living in Michigan is that we are still very much enjoying summer! Berry …
This Lebanese chilled cucumber soup is made with tangy yogurt seasoned with fresh lemon juice, mint and garlic then finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. As you’ve probably noticed, we eat a lot of yogurt in our …
Roasted black sesame seeds and crispy panko create the perfect crunchy coating for these healthy baked chicken fingers. Whenever we go to Costco, I always pick up a large pack of organic chicken breasts. While organic meat is a bit …
A simple, refreshing cocktail made with fresh raspberry ginger sorbet and bubbly prosecco. Ideal for entertaining a crowd or a casual date night for two. Nothing says summer to me quite like a perfectly chilled glass of prosecco. Slightly sweet, …
A simple and addictive summer side, you won’t believe how delicious fresh pesto tastes when brushed on sweet and juicy corn on the cob. Although it goes without saying, I think it bears repeating: when you are cooking with fresh, …
Cauliflower has never tasted so good! Your family will love this fragrant and addictive Roasted Curried Cauliflower with Coconut Oil. Cauliflower season has arrived and as usual, I find myself unable to resist the nutritional powerhouse whenever I pass it at …
Licuados are a popular Latin American drink made by blending fruit, milk and ice. A fresh and light drink perfect for using up ripe fruit including bananas, strawberries, peaches and more. Unless you’ve read my About Page, you probably didn’t …
Ripe raspberries are pureed with fresh lime juice and ginger simple syrup to create this cool and refreshing sorbet that is not only delicious but easy on the waistline. Summer is right around the corner and I couldn’t be more …
Oranges dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt is a simple, show-stopping dessert that is naturally gluten free and vegan-friendly. Citrus and chocolate are one of my favorite flavor combinations and one I grew up enjoying quite frequently thanks …
Roasted beets are easier to make than you think! My simple recipe creates tender, sweet beets with a hint of fresh rosemary and orange in the background. Roasted beets have a special place in my heart. Believe it or not, …
Struggling with how to make that perfect easy peel hard boiled egg? Look no further! This 3 step recipe is the answer to getting it right every time! With Easter and Passover right around the corner, my weekly egg consumption …
Porterhouse Pork Chops are brushed with olive oil and za’atar, a Middle Eastern spice blend, then grilled to juicy perfection. When the Ohio Pork Board invited me to help promote their #PinkPork campaign, I was immediately on board. This might …
Chickpeas are lightly tossed with truffle salt and roasted to create a crispy, addictive and guilt-free salty snack. As you’ve probably gathered by now, I have a major salty tooth. I will take a cheese platter over a tray of …
A healthy twist on the classic Rice Krispie treat, your entire family will love this chocolate peanut butter version! Recently I was craving an ooey, gooey Rice Krispy treat like it was nobody’s business. (What is it about marshmallows melted …
A healthy twist on a salty snack, baked turnip chips will be devoured by kids and adults alike. Do you have a sweet tooth or a salty tooth? While I can turndown a glazed donut or a red velvet cupcake …
A simple pork loin gets a major flavor boost from 12 cloves of garlic thinly sliced and stuffed throughout the roast before hitting the oven. My Aunt Paula, who I mention often, is one of the biggest culinary inspirations in …
These light and airy chicken strips provide a crunchy texture that isn’t fried and pairs perfectly with spicy mustard and sweet BBQ sauce for dipping. When my husband and I lived in Boston, we loved getting together with friends and …
Farmer’s cheese is rich and creamy when melted and pairs perfectly with tart, crisp apple slices. A chill is in the air and when I need a dose of comfort, nothing makes me feel more cozy than a warm grilled …
These quinoa cakes with hummus come together with bright veggies to form a protein-packed appetizer, side or vegetarian main. What happens when you mix quinoa with veggies and use hummus to bind everything into precious little patties? Magic, my friends– …
Homemade applesauce is as easy as pie thanks to fresh, locally grown apples and a slow cooker that does all the work. When I tell you making healthy and delicious applesauce from scratch could not be any easier, it literally …
This mashed cauliflower side dish has the creaminess from yogurt combined with the subtle bitterness of the kohlrabi to make this dish shine. Recently, I was reading an article in People Magazine about Paula Deen’s journey to lose 30 pounds after being …
Over three years ago, I decided to give up artificial sweeteners in an effort to fill my diet with as many real, whole foods as possible. As a former Diet Coke addict, it was a very sad day. Not only …
Apples and Carrots are combined into a healthy and tasty dish that will interest your little one into experiencing different solid foods. As a food blogger and a new mom, I was pretty thrilled to start my baby on solids. We …
Top 5 Reasons To Eat This Tonight: Fight Cancer: Cauliflower is loaded in antioxidants that lower the risk of oxidative stress to our cells. Chronic oxidative stress is a key risk factor for most types of cancer. Cheap: Cauliflower is …
Few raw vegetables are as beautiful as the chioggia beet. Not only are these root vegetables gorgeous but they are often a bit sweeter than your regular purple beet. Keep your eye out for them at your farmer’s market this …
Beef is my friend and every now and then, I crave a juicy steak. After a long week of eating chicken, ground turkey breast, salmon or pork tenderloin, sometimes a girl just needs a fat steak. Fortunately, there are many …
Lemon Garlic Greens and Onions is hands down my favorite dish from Aunt Paula’s recent Syrian Fest 2010. This easy appetizer is a simple mixture of spinach, lemon and garlic topped with caramelized onions. Ok I lied. It is topped with fried …
