Ingredients: Espresso or strong coffee: 2 shots of espresso or 1/2 cup strongly brewed coffee. Milk: 1 cup milk of your choice (whole, 2%, almond, oat, etc.) Pumpkin puree: 3 tablespoons pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling). Sweetener: 1-3 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or sugar (adjust to your taste) Pumpkin pie spice: 1 teaspoon […]
Italian Chickpea Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time (optional): 30 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients The Base: 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1 cup chopped cucumber 1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color, or a mix) 1 cup chopped tomatoes (cherry or grape tomatoes work beautifully) The Dressing: 1/4 […]
Kale and Wild Rice Bowls Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Ingredients: Base: 1 cup wild rice 2-3 cups vegetable broth or water ½ teaspoon salt Kale: 1 large bunch curly kale 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ teaspoon salt Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) Vinaigrette: 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 […]
Italian Guacamole Salad Recipe
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: […]
Kale, Apple, and Bacon Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients: Chicken: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 6 ounces each) Salt and black pepper to taste Stuffing: 2 slices thick-cut bacon, diced 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 large clove garlic, minced 4 cups chopped kale (stems removed) 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and […]
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 […]
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 […]