Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients: 12 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta (elbows, shells, or rotini work well) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 […]
Loaded Strawberry Fields Salad Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Ingredients: For the salad: 9-10 oz mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, spring mix, etc.) 1 lb strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 4 oz goat cheese, feta cheese, or blue cheese, crumbled 2 chicken breasts (about 14-16 oz), pounded to […]
Lighter Bacon Cheeseburger Dip Recipe
Ingredients: 1 pound extra lean ground beef 4 slices of turkey bacon, cooked crisp and chopped 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon yellow mustard 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 cup […]
Lemon-Ginger Mint Juleps – Easy Cocktail Recipe
Yields: 1 serving Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 8-10 large fresh mint leaves + 1 sprig for garnish 1 lemon wedge 1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust to your sweetness preference) 2 ounces bourbon (Maker’s Mark, Bulleit, or your favorite) Crushed ice Ginger Ale (to top off, Fever Tree is a good option) Equipment: Cocktail shaker […]
Roasted Spring Vegetables Pasta Recipe
Yields: 4 Servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients Vegetables: 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons 1 medium yellow squash, sliced into half-moons 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes 1/2 red onion, roughly chopped Flavor Base 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried […]
Parmesan Garlic-Herb Zoodles – Gluten-Free Side Dish Recipe
Yields: 2-4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Ingredients For the Garlic-Herb Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh thyme 1-2 cloves garlic, minced Pinch of steak seasoning (optional, or use a blend of salt, […]
Parmesan-Garlic Chicken Recipe
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced or pounded for quicker cooking) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs (regular or panko) 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream or half and half (for pan-frying […]
Pan Seared Salmon with Lemon-Artichoke Salsa Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: For the Lemon-Artichoke Salsa: 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1/4 cup chopped red onion 3 tablespoons capers, drained 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon olive oil Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and freshly […]
Pan-Roasted Steak with Caramelized Onions & Goat Cheese Recipe
Ingredients: Steaks: Two high-quality steaks (about 1-1.25 inches thick), such as ribeye, New York strip, or filet mignon. Onions: Two large sweet onions, thinly sliced. Olive oil: 1 tablespoon. Butter: 3 tablespoons, divided. Goat cheese: 4 ounces, softened. Salt and pepper: To taste. Optional: A favorite steak seasoning or a splash of balsamic vinegar. Instructions: […]
One-Pan Sausage and Peppers Pasta Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound Italian sausage (mild, sweet, or hot, depending on your preference) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large green bell pepper, sliced 1 large red bell pepper, sliced 1 medium onion, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon […]