Ingredients: Avocados: 3 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and diced Tomatoes: 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved (or 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced) Red Onion: 1/4 cup finely chopped Fresh Basil: 1/4 cup chopped Garlic: 1-2 cloves, minced Lemon Juice: Juice of 1 lemon (about 2-3 tablespoons) Balsamic Vinegar: 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil: […]
Honey, Pomegranate, Pecan Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Ingredients: Chicken Salad: 1 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 1 green onion, thinly sliced Yogurt Dressing: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper For Serving: 8-12 large lettuce […]
How to Bake a Potato
Choosing the Right Potatoes Type: Russet potatoes are the classic baking potato; their high starch content creates that signature fluffy interior. You can also try Yukon Golds or sweet potatoes for different flavors. Look and feel: Select potatoes that are firm, smooth, and free from bruises or sprouts. Preparation Scrub: Thoroughly wash the potato under […]
Italian Sausage and Peppers Cheeseburgers – Gluten Free Dinner Recipe
Ingredients: Sausage: 1 pound gluten-free sweet or hot Italian sausage (homemade or store-bought) Veggies: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Toppings: 4 slices provolone cheese (or your favorite melty cheese) For Serving: 4 gluten-free hamburger buns Optional: Ketchup, mustard, mayo, […]
Kale & Bacon Quiche with Hash Brown Crust Recipe
This recipe combines the savory flavors of bacon and kale with a crispy hash brown crust for a delicious and satisfying quiche. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Ingredients: For the Hash Brown Crust: 3 cups frozen hash browns, thawed and patted dry 3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled slightly Salt and […]
Italian Sub Salad Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients – Salad: Base: 1 head of iceberg or romaine lettuce, chopped Meats: 4-5 oz salami, thinly sliced and chopped Meats: 4-5 oz pepperoni, thinly sliced and chopped Meats: (Optional) 4-5 oz cooked ham or turkey, chopped Cheese: 4-5 oz provolone, cubed or shredded Vegetables: ¼ cup sliced […]
Jerk Shrimp with Caribbean Quinoa Recipe
Ingredients For the Jerk Shrimp: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade – recipe below) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish For the Caribbean Quinoa: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 1 3/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/2 cup […]
Italian Tomato-Basil Stuffed Zucchini Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Ingredients: Zucchini: 4 medium zucchini (about 1 pound each) Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, divided Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: to taste Italian Sausage: 1 pound (sweet or spicy, your preference) Onion: 1 small, chopped Garlic: 2 cloves, minced Diced Tomatoes: 1 (14.5-ounce) can, […]
Kale Chopped Salad with Maple-Almond Vinaigrette Recipe
Ingredients: For the Maple-Almond Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons creamy almond butter (tahini can be substituted) 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon water (to thin) Salt and black pepper to taste For the salad: 1 large bunch lacinato kale (about 4 cups) 2 cups thinly shaved […]
Kale and Artichoke Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients: Guacamole Base: 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted Juice of 1/2 a lime 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Kale and Artichoke: 2 cups packed chopped curly kale 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped Optional additions (choose what you like): […]