Roasted root vegetable pasta with pesto is a hearty and nutritious one-bowl meal. A perfect way to celebrate the flavors of the fall and winter season. Pin this Recipe If you love roasted root vegetables raise your hand. My hand is raised, is yours?! I know it is because who doesn’t love roasted root vegetables! In fact I love root vegetables…
Enjoy the versatility of winter root vegetables by taking them from side dish to main dish in this seasonal salad bursting with color, flavor, and nutrition! I was compensated for writing the original article and developing the recipe found in the January 2016 issue of Today’s Dietitian. I was not compensated for sharing the column or magazine with readers on my blog. All…
This nutritious and delicious spiced quinoa is packed with fall produce, is vegan and gluten-free, and can be made in less than 30 minutes! Pin the Recipe It’s quinoa week here! Earlier this week, we explored the versatility of quinoa with 40 healthy ways to cook quinoa including innovative breakfast bars, classic grain salads, unique burgers, and enticing desserts. Today, I…
Sweet and salty glazed Brussels sprouts and root vegetables are inspired by Dr. Sonali Ruder, aka The Foodie Physician, author of the Natural Pregnancy Cookbook. I received a complimentary copy of the Natural Pregnancy Cookbook to review. No compensation was involved and as always, all opinions are my own. It’s a funny thing how you make friends these days. Yes, there are my mommy…
There’s only one poem I remember by heart from my childhood: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Bed in Summer. I don’t know why this is the poem I remember so well, but every year when the seasons change from winter to spring and the days get longer I think of this poem. The first verse goes like this: In winter I get up…
Homemade unsweetened applesauce with cinnamon is quick and easy to make, has just two ingredients, and no added sugar. Make it the traditional way on the stovetop more quickly in the Instant Pot. This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. Guess what?! I have another apple recipe for you today* and this time it’s one I…
This refreshing, vibrant, and delicious Beet & Grapefruit Carpaccio is so easy to make and will take away your winter blues! Pin this Recipe This post was sponsored by Winter Sweetz Texas Red Grapefruits as part of a previous partnership. I only work with brands and organizations that I believe in and as always all opinions are my own. This…
Lighten up classic potato salad with roasted sweet potato salad tossed with cilantro, scallions, and a honey-lime vinaigrette. Pin the Recipe Roasted Sweet Potato Salad has been making an appearance on my menu plans for over five years, but it was high time I gave it a makeover here on the blog. Chances are you didn’t even know this recipe…
Latest Happenings Hello there! It’s been a while since I’ve shared a new post with you all, especially a menu plan. My apologies for the hiatus – between snowstorms, power outages, and a couple of ski trips we’ve been a bit off our routine in my house. But don’t worry – I have still been meal planning, I just haven’t…
A twist on classic meatloaf, this Asian-style turkey meatloaf is loaded with vegetables, herbs and spices, and topped with a sweet and spicy glaze. Pin the Recipe This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. I don’t know about you, but meatloaf isn’t a dish I usually get excited about. Apparently my mother used to make it when…
The latest happenings, Link Love, and this week’s menu plan! Latest Happenings: Happy Monday everyone! I have to apologize for the lack of Menu Plan Mondays the last few weeks. I’ve had the best intentions of sharing them with you all, but in an effort to spend less time on my computer, iPhone, and iPad and more time with my…
