Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients – Salad Base: 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce (or a mix of romaine and spring greens) Fruit: 1 pear (Bosc or Anjou are great), cored and diced; 1 apple (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji), cored and diced Crunch: 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, […]
Avocado and Shortcut Beet Hummus Toast Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40-60 minutes (for roasting beets) Ingredients Beet Hummus 1 medium beet (about the size of a baseball), scrubbed clean 3/4 cup store-bought plain hummus (Sabra classic is a good choice) Toast 4 slices hearty bread (gluten-free or regular, whole grain is best) 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced […]
Avocado, Mozzarella and Bruschetta Chicken Recipe
Ingredients Chicken 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness) 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste Bruschetta 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced 1/4 cup minced shallot (or red onion) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Salt and […]
3 Ways to Cook Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi
Important Note: Regardless of the chosen cooking method, it’s best NOT to follow the package instructions. These often lead to mushy gnocchi. Ingredients 1 bag Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Gnocchi (frozen) Olive oil or cooking spray Seasonings of choice: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian herbs, etc. Optional additions: Butter, garlic, marinara sauce, vegetables, protein Equipment Large […]
Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe
Ingredients Chicken Breasts 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 6-8 ounces each) Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon Seasonings 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or your favorite herb blend) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Equipment Air fryer Small bowl for mixing spices Meat thermometer […]
Warm Goat Cheese Spinach Salad With Cherries Recipe
Yields: 2 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Ingredients For the goat cheese 4-5 oz log of chevre goat cheese 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup sliced almonds For the balsamic reduction 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar For the salad 6-8 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and dried 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted […]
Angel Hair Pasta With Garlic and Herbs Recipe
Ingredients 12 ounces angel hair pasta 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of heat) 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly ground […]
Apple Almond Quinoa With Maple Sausage Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes Ingredients Quinoa: 1/2 cup uncooked Liquid: 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (use low-sodium if desired) Sausage: 4-5 links of maple breakfast sausage. Veggies and Fruit 1/2 teaspoon olive oil 1 small apple, chopped (choose a variety like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) 2-3 green […]
Mediterranean Bean Dip Party Board Recipe
Ingredients Core Components Two Flavors of Bean Dip: Choose your favorite Mediterranean-inspired dips. Here are some options: White bean with spinach and roasted garlic Traditional hummus or a flavored hummus (red pepper, lemon, etc.) Black bean dip Pita Bread: Soft, warm pita bread triangles are perfect for dipping. Crudités: A colorful mix of fresh vegetables […]
8 Minute Mini Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Ingredients 1 (8-ounce) tube crescent roll dough (Pillsbury is common) 2 tablespoons butter, melted Ground cinnamon (to taste) Brown sugar (to taste) Icing Options Maple Icing 1 teaspoon maple syrup 1 tablespoon milk 3/4 cup powdered sugar Cream Cheese Icing 2 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon butter, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon […]