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Quick & Easy Recipes

Quick and Easy Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Pasta

Get a nutrient-rich, flavor-packed dinner on the table in less than an hour with this Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Pasta. Your family will thank you (and ask for more)! This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. One of my goals with my weekly menu plans is to inspire people to make home cooked meals on a regular basis,…

Valentine’s Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

Dark chocolate, creamy greek yogurt, and sweet strawberries are the perfect combination in this frosty, heart-healthy Valentine’s Day Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie! Raise your hand if you love chocolate covered strawberries… Are you raising your hand? If so, you’ll love this Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie! I’m definitely a believer that chocolate makes just about everything and anything better, and a…

Roasted Root Vegetable Salad with Pomegranate Ginger Dressing

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…

Cranberry Orange Bread

Stay healthy all winter long with this sweet and tart antioxidant-rich Cranberry Orange Bread. Pin this Recipe I was compensated for writing the original article and developing the recipe found in the December 2015 issue of Today’s Dietitian. I was not compensated for sharing the column or magazine with readers on my blog. All opinions are my own. In my opinion, cranberries…

Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili

This gluten-free and dairy-free three-bean vegetarian chili will warm you up and nourish you from the inside out throughout the cold days of winter! When the temps are in the 30s or below, soups, stews, and chilis are what I crave and this Three-Bean Vegetarian chili is one of my favorite winter recipes to cook up for my family. It’s also a great…

Salmon Waldorf Salad with Citrus Yogurt Vinaigrette

This Salmon Waldorf Salad is brimming with nutritious and delicious ingredients including fennel, beets, and apples, all tossed with a citrus yogurt vinaigrette. Enjoy for a satiating, heart-healthy lunch or dinner! Pin the Recipe This page also contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. Guess what time it is?! Recipe ReDux time! It’s hard to believe that The Recipe…

Chocolate Pear Bread

Rich Chocolate Pear Bread looks decadent, but it’s full of good-for-you ingredients. A delicious addition to brunch or a holiday party. Pin the Recipe This post was originally sponsored by Chobani as part of a partnership. I was compensated for my time, but as always all opinions are my own. Chocolate and peanut butter are a well known and loved combo….

Hearty Vegetable Lentil Chili

Warm up this winter with a bowl of hearty vegetable lentil chili that’s brimming with flavor and nutrition.  Pin the Recipe I was compensated for writing the original article and developing the recipe found in the November 2015 issue of Today’s Dietitian. I was not compensated for sharing the column or magazine with readers on my blog. All opinions are my…

Spiced Quinoa with Roasted Apples & Root Vegetables

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…

Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

Pin this Recipe Enjoy pumpkin beyond dessert with this creamy, yogurt-based pumpkin sauce, a delicious coating for ravioli or your favorite pasta. This post was originally sponsored by Chobani as part of an ongoing partnership. I was compensated for my time, but as always all opinions are my own. This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. Pumpkin…

Chipotle Beef Tacos with Watermelon Salsa

The whole family can participate in taco night with these smoky chipotle beef tacos topped with cooling guacamole and watermelon salsa!  Pin the Recipe A few weeks ago I shared my recipe (and entry into the Beef Checkoff Recipe ReDux sponsored contest) for Steak Tacos with Nectarine Corn Salsa. These tacos were absolutely delicious and I highly recommend making them…