Author: Michelle

WHIPPED FETA WITH SPICED CRACKLIN’ CHICKPEAS

WHIPPED FETA WITH SPICED CRACKLIN’ CHICKPEAS

Remember the song from the band Devo in the ’80s? Whip it…Whip it Good! Whipped Feta with Spiced Cracklin’ Chickpeas can be whipped up in a jiff and the taste is BIG, SMOOTH, and ADDICTIVE. So Whip it, Whip it Good!! I’m singing. Are you?

Lemony Beet Bliss

Lemony Beet Bliss

I love the flavors, textures and colors in this recipe but it’s the pan searing of the beets that differentiates this beet recipe from most others. The pan searing creates these delicious little crispy bits on the beets that are so satisfying. And pairing the beets with dollops of greek yogurt, gives this dish just the right amount of extra zhuzh. Lemony Beet Bliss will put a satisfied, even blissful smile on your face.

Copycat Jimmy’s Milan Salad

Copycat Jimmy’s Milan Salad

Ah…the memories. Going to Jimmy’s Milan in Center City Philadelphia and ordering the Milan Salad and the Ziti with Asparagus (back in the day when I was still eating gluten!). Those were the days. My sister and I used to go there all the time. Well, this recipe pays homage to that beloved salad. If you’re not familiar with Jimmy’s Milan or never had the pleasure of eating there, once you have this salad you’ll understand what all the fuss is about.

Crispy Sheet-Pan Turmeric Rice and Chicken

Crispy Sheet-Pan Turmeric Rice and Chicken

Crispy Rice. Crispy Chicken Skin. Now you’re talking to me. Crispy Sheet-Pan Turmeric Rice and Chicken is about outstanding Persian flavor AND magical crackling crispiness. In other words, it’s a two-fer that’s found on one sheet pan. Want to know more?

Gluten Free Stovetop Mac N’ Cheese

Gluten Free Stovetop Mac N’ Cheese

I’ve experimented with a lot with gluten free Mac N’ Cheese recipes, focusing mainly on baked versions and none of them were good enough for GFchow-ers! Then it dawned on me that I should try a stovetop version…and BINGO! If you crave a homemade, cheesy, decadent, and insanely easy to make gluten free Mac N’ Cheese look no further than Gluten Free Stovetop Mac N’ Cheese. I’ve got you covered😉!

Cilantro Lime Rice with Crispy Garlic Chips

Cilantro Lime Rice with Crispy Garlic Chips

It doesn’t take much to turn ho-hum white rice into a side dish worthy of discussion. Cilantro Lime Rice with Crispy Garlic Chips starts with lots of freshness… lime zest, lime juice, and fresh cilantro…and culminates with the perfect finisher of crispy garlic chips. Don’t skimp on the garlic chips. You’ll regret it if you do!

Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Maple Mustard Drizzle

Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Maple Mustard Drizzle

Baked fish really isn’t my thing but when you coat a fish (or any protein for that matter) with nuts or breading, is the way to go. Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Maple Mustard Drizzle comes out of the oven perfectly cooked, with terrific pistachio crunch and topped by a maple-mustardy sauce that is simply fantastic. 

Homemade Brazilian Mini Cheese Rolls (Gluten Free)

Homemade Brazilian Mini Cheese Rolls (Gluten Free)

You can buy the frozen Brazi Bites at the market which are really good OR you can make Homemade Brazilian Mini Cheese Rolls which are even better! These mini cheese rolls are crusty on the outside and warm and cheesy on the inside AND naturally gluten free. It’s a homerun!

Vegetarian Cassoulet

Vegetarian Cassoulet

I really enjoy most foods but when it comes to beans…well, meh. And despite that, I devour every last spoonful of Vegetarian Cassoulet each time I make it. The complexity of flavors that are layered within are what makes this recipe a real surprise. I know you’ll love it as much as I do!

Jammy Fennel and Onion Pasta (Gluten Free)

Jammy Fennel and Onion Pasta (Gluten Free)

It seems like I needed 50+ years to fully appreciate fennel. But I have arrived and hopefully you have too! While fennel and onion look very similar, they’re not even closely related. But when cooked, the sweeter side of both come out. Cooking the onions and fennel until they are almost melted and jammy is the secret behind Jammy Fennel and Onion Pasta (Gluten Free). The pasta is highlighted by the sweet, salty, and slightly spicy pairing of the ingredients which blend together with perfect harmony.

Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts

Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts

Deliciously saucy with a sweet, velvety vibe, Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts is one of those recipes that everyone loves, even the kids! The cross hatch scoring is key to the sauce seeping into every crevice so each forkful of chicken is perfectly filled with lip-smacking flavor. 

Old Bay Shrimp with Lemon Aioli

Old Bay Shrimp with Lemon Aioli

Old Bay Shrimp with Lemon Aioli is one of those super simple recipes that has big bang flavor…and who doesn’t love that? Serve as an appetizer hot, warm, or room temp and enjoy the zingy, lemony aioli and charred lemon wedges with each piece of shrimp. 🍋🍤😊

Bourbon-Spiked Paté

Bourbon-Spiked Paté

Paté isn’t for everyone but for the fans out there, Bourbon-Spiked Paté is calling your name. It’s amazingly creamy, silky, and delicious. It’s also a perfect holiday or potluck appetizer. And don’t forget the accoutrements to get the full paté experience – gluten free crackers or bagel chips (as I used), blackberry or blueberry jam, apple slices, honey, etc. The sky is the limit!

Harissa Honey Popcorn Chicken (Gluten Free)

Harissa Honey Popcorn Chicken (Gluten Free)

Most people who know me, know I love sports…especially football. I spend a lot of time talking football and watching football, specifically the Philadelphia Eagles. Having awesome snacks while watching the games is key to the overall experience. Serving something other than, or in addition to, wings, dips, and chips is welcomed. Harissa Honey Popcorn Chicken is a new fav. It’s crispy, saucy, slightly spicy bite-sized pieces of goodness that can be deep fried or air fried.

Lettuce Medley with Crispy Shallots

Lettuce Medley with Crispy Shallots

Lettuce Medley with Crispy Shallots is a sophisticated, classy salad yet it’s understated in its simplicity… which is why I find it so appealing. It works just as beautifully as part of a Thanksgiving spread as it does at a casual dinner party. It’s got a variety of texture, color, and shape and the vinaigrette adds a balanced zippiness.

Gluten Free Chicken Lettuce Wraps (P.F. Chang’s Copycat)

Gluten Free Chicken Lettuce Wraps (P.F. Chang’s Copycat)

Almost everyone loves chicken lettuce wraps (except for vegetarians and vegans perhaps😉)! If you make Gluten Free Chicken Lettuce Wraps (P.F. Chang’s Copycat), you’ll have an instantaneous home run. Whether you serve it as an appetizer or main course, these wraps will get gobbled up…and fast!

Parsnip-Wrapped Stuffed Dates

Parsnip-Wrapped Stuffed Dates

Parnsip-Wrapped Stuffed Dates with is a clever vegetarian twist on the more-commonly known and loved bacon-wrapped stuffed dates. The marinated parsnip ribbons impart bangin’ robust flavor to this appetizer …similar to what bacon does for the traditional recipe. So if you’re a vegetarian or bacon just isn’t your thing, Parnsip-Wrapped Stuffed Dates is for you!

Orange Glazed Crispy Tofu and Broccoli

Orange Glazed Crispy Tofu and Broccoli

Are you a fan of orange chicken? If so, you know this recipe speaks to you! Orange Glazed Crispy Tofu and Broccoli is a vegetarian riff on the Chinese classic that’s baked (not fried!). The key to the crispiness of the tofu is the craggy edges that are formed by hand-tearing the tofu. The tofu then gets coated in cornstarch and baked. Orange Glazed Crispy Tofu and Broccoli is crispy, orange-y, vegetable-y and very tasty.

Noodle Soup with Bok Choy, Shiitakes, and Jammy Eggs

Noodle Soup with Bok Choy, Shiitakes, and Jammy Eggs

I’m a noodle soup girl🍜…always have been! I’m also a total sucker for all recipes with jammy eggs. So, Noodle Soup with Bok choy, Shiitakes, and Jammy Eggs really speaks to me. This soup is easy to make, comes together in under 30 minutes, is healthy and delicious. Now this is a language I totally understand.

Perfectly Cooked Jammy Eggs

Perfectly Cooked Jammy Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs are great but I really jam on Perfectly Cooked Jammy Eggs. The whites are perfectly set and firm and the yolk has a luscious, creamy texture. Serve the eggs in a soup, salad, grain or noodle bowl or eaten solo with some kosher or flaky sea salt and freshly ground pepper or my favorite way…with a bump of caviar or roe …because, why not😋?!

Black and Blue Steak Salad with Quinoa Crunchies

Black and Blue Steak Salad with Quinoa Crunchies

I love the combination of steak and blue cheese!  In Black and Blue Steak Salad with Quinoa Crunchies, we have the best of that combo, and then add in some refreshing salad ingredients and top it off with fun quinoa crunchies … it’s a total home run!

Honey Miso Butter

Honey Miso Butter

Honey Miso Butter is straight-up FIRE. It’s delicious on EVERYTHING and the options are endless. I love it on seared fish, steak, fried eggs, toast, corn, and roasted or grilled veggies. Experiment, see which is your favorite, and indulge in this flavor bomb topper!

Roasted Crispy Mushrooms

Roasted Crispy Mushrooms

I love mushrooms whether they’re sautéed or raw but roasting them was a real “wow.” Tearing the mushrooms instead of cutting them and then pan-roasting with a high-heat finish yields perfectly crispy, craggy mushroom edges that are so delish…you’ll be tempted to devour them straight from the sheet pan! The mushrooms can be served alone, paired with a grain (quinoa, polenta, etc) or protein (fish, tofu, etc.). Versatility galore!

Corn on the Cob with Lemony Chive Butter

Corn on the Cob with Lemony Chive Butter

Sure, there’s nothing like in-season watermelon, peaches, plums and melons to let you know summertime has arrived. And then there’s corn, and where I live, it’s Jersey corn that we patiently wait for. I know I’m in the best part of summer when I’m eating fresh corn on the cob weekly. Some people are purists…no salt or butter needed, but not me! Pass the salt AND butter! My little twist with this recipe is the butter. By adding lemon zest and chives, the butter (and, of course, the corn!) becomes bolder, brighter, and better as it coats each kernel of corn. Fresh Corn on the Cob with Lemony Chive Butter is going brighten your summer…guaranteed!🧈🍋

Love Me Tender London Broil

Love Me Tender London Broil

There are two techniques that when used in combination can take a tough cut of meat like London Broil and make it into a tender, mouthwatering dinner. The first technique is to prick the London Broil all over with a fork to allow the marinade to easily penetrate the meat and the second is to use baking soda in the marinade as the secret weapon tenderizing agent. Whether you only have an hour to spare or overnight, you’re on your way to having a very delicious, Love Me Tender London Broil dinner. Love me tender, love me true❣️

Zingy Brown Sugar Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Mint Sauce

Zingy Brown Sugar Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Mint Sauce

Zingy Brown Sugar Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Mint Sauce is a dish that’s layered with flavor. It starts with the shrimp, of course. They have some heat from the cayenne and, when grilled, a lovely candied edge forms on the shrimp from the brown sugar in the marinade. Spoon on the fresh mint sauce for some herbaceous freshness. Whether you serve this as a main course (as I did) or an appetizer, this dish is a summertime winner. My husband and daughter concur😋!

BROWNED-BUTTER BANANA BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS (GLUTEN FREE)

BROWNED-BUTTER BANANA BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS (GLUTEN FREE)

I have experimented with SO many gluten free banana bread recipes and Browned-Butter Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips (Gluten Free), is hands-down, the BEST! I can’t stop thinking about it or eating it! You’ll find it has the perfect crumb, richness, and moistness. And no one will know that it’s gluten free, it’s that delicious. I can’t wait for you to make it!

Tomato, Onion and Oregano Salad

Tomato, Onion and Oregano Salad

I know. I know. It’s hard to resist serving tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, balsamic and basil in the summer. I’m with you but you must fit Tomato, Onion, and Oregano Salad into the rotation. My mom used to make this salad for us all of the time in the summer. I only slightly tweaked her recipe (because it doesn’t really need tweaking!) by using fresh oregano leaves in addition to dried oregano. As you’ll see below, this salad is so easy to make, it really doesn’t require a formal recipe.  

Sweet Basil Vinaigrette

Sweet Basil Vinaigrette

If you’re looking for a go-to summer salad dressing, Sweet Basil Vinaigrette is what you’ve been searching for… especially if you have an abundance of fresh basil growing in your veggie garden. It’s an all-purpose dressing because it’s also delish on wraps as a condiment and on proteins such as grilled chicken. 

Chilled Summer Beet Soup

Chilled Summer Beet Soup

I’m in love with the gorgeous, vibrant color of this soup. It’s just spectacular! As stunning as this soup is, it’s also absolutely delicious. Chilled Summer Beet Soup is perfect for when you’re trying to keep cool on those hot summer days. It’s super quick to make and requires no stovetop cooking. Say no more!

Seared Tuna Nicoise Salad

Seared Tuna Nicoise Salad

The ultimate in tasty and versatile, Seared Tuna Nicoise Salad can feed two people or twelve. It can be served warm or cold and it can be made a day in advance and then assembled the day of. Modify the salad to your specific tastes and preferences…use tuna or salmon (fresh or canned), hard-boiled or jammy eggs, delete the potatoes and add the radishes. You get the idea!

Saucy Candied BBQ Chicken

Saucy Candied BBQ Chicken

To this day BBQ Chicken is one of my all-time favorite meals. I get a real chuckle when I think back to visiting days at overnight camp and I would request my mom bring me BBQ chicken (thighs only!!) and Santa Rosa plums while every other camper was asking their parents to bring candy and soda. It’s so Michelle🤷🏻‍♀️. Since those long ago days, my tastes and cooking have changed over the years but my love of BBQ chicken has never waivered. Saucy Candied BBQ Chicken is lacquered lots of sauce that gets ridiculously caramelized and snappy…just the way I like it!

Seared Honey Lime Scallops

Seared Honey Lime Scallops

Seared Honey Lime Scallops is simultaneously refreshing and decadent and can be served as a main course or an appetizer. It’s up to you! Either way you’re going to love the flavors of this recipe. And you can serve the scallops warm or cold which is an extra bonus.

Sour Cream and Onion Potato Salad

Sour Cream and Onion Potato Salad

Fun potato salad? Yep, Sour Cream and Onion Potato salad definitely falls in the fun and surprising category.  If you’re a fan of sour cream and onion potato chips (and who isn’t??), you’re going to love this novel rendition of potato salad that has a sour cream and onion mayo base and then is topped with crumbled sour cream and onion chips for good measure!

GF Pasta with Hazelnuts, Parmesan, and Arugula

GF Pasta with Hazelnuts, Parmesan, and Arugula

There’s nothing like a perfect bowl of pasta to make you feel wonderfully satisfied. GF Pasta with Hazelnuts, Parmesan, and Arugula hits the spot and comes together lickety-split. It’s got a smidge of heat, a balanced amount of saltiness, a satisfying crunch from the hazelnuts, brightness from the lemon zest with the balsamic syrup being the perfect finisher.

Sweet Potato Blue Cheese Dip

Sweet Potato Blue Cheese Dip

If you’re a fan of sweet potatoes and blue cheese (which I am!), this dip is for you! It’s got the sweetness and colorfulness of the sweet potatoes combined with the creaminess and tang of the blue cheese. Sweet Potato Blue Cheese Dip is a novel alternative to the usual dips that most of us eat. Grab a handful of potato chips and dig in!  

Thai-Style Grilled Chicken with Dipping Sauce

Thai-Style Grilled Chicken with Dipping Sauce

Gai Yang is a grilled Thai chicken dish that is loaded with flavor. In Thai-Style Grilled Chicken with Dipping Sauce, I’ve simplified and “westernized” some of the ingredients and instructions of this classic Thai street dish so that you too can enjoy this amazing recipe in your own home. You’re gonna love it because the flavor is insane! Whatever you do, don’t skip the dipping sauce, it’s integral to the overall awesomeness of the dish.

Spiced Lamb Pockets with Tzatziki Sauce (Gluten Free)

Spiced Lamb Pockets with Tzatziki Sauce (Gluten Free)

Yum. Yum. Yum! Spiced Lamb Pockets with Tzatziki Sauce (Gluten Free) are packed with unbelievable flavor. They’re a cinch to make and if you can grill a burger, then grilling the Spiced Lamb Pockets is well within your wheelhouse. Top with some cooling Tzatziki Sauce (or not!) and enjoy!

Caramelized Lemony Dressing

Caramelized Lemony Dressing

Caramelized Lemony Dressing is my new favorite salad dressing. It’s full-on flavor with immense brightness and texture…a touch of sweetness and smokiness with a well-balanced hint of tang.

Weeknight Indian-Spiced Chicken

Weeknight Indian-Spiced Chicken

Cooking great meals during the week can be challenging for all of us. We want to keep dinners simple but don’t want to give up flavor for simplicity. Voila! Weeknight Indian-Spiced Chicken is here to answer the call. It’s a quick, easy, tasty one-pan meal that is a crowd pleaser…even for picky eaters.

Sesame-Lime Grilled Wings

Sesame-Lime Grilled Wings

I’ve made Sesame Lime Grilled Wings many times and they are REALLY good. Totally finger lickin’ good…and without being fried😜! Kudos go to the Sesame-Lime Vinaigrette and the grill for elevating these crispy wings to the next level.

Fried Calamari with Zingy Aioli (Gluten Free)

Fried Calamari with Zingy Aioli (Gluten Free)

This recipe has been in my head for over 20 years!  Does anyone remember the Philadelphia restaurant Carey’s on 15th street?? It only survived for a short while but my sister and I completely fell in love with the fried calamari. It was the most delicious calamari we ever had. The secret ingredient? Graham cracker crumbs! The restaurant is long gone but now you too can enjoy Fried Calamari with Zingy Aioli (Gluten Free). It’s got a sweet, slightly caramelized crunch and crispiness (thanks to the graham crackers) that you’d expect from a fried calamari dish and it’s complemented by a briny, slightly spicy aioli dipping sauce. The combination is totally outrageous!

Tofu With Warm Soy-Sauced Tomatoes (Gluten Free)

Tofu With Warm Soy-Sauced Tomatoes (Gluten Free)

Don’t underestimate this straight-up excellent dish because of its simplicity. The allure of Tofu with Warm Soy-Sauced Tomatoes is the juxtaposition of the warm sauced tomatoes with the cold, uncooked tofu. It’s unexpected and it’s delicious.

Oven-Baked Candied Bacon

Oven-Baked Candied Bacon

In general, I prefer salty over sweet but sometimes there’s that perfect interplay of sweet-n-salty. Oven-Baked Candied Bacon is the ideal combo of sweet, salty AND crispy. With only two ingredients needed, it’s super easy to make. Plus, there’s no messy grease splatter to clean up because you’re cooking the bacon in the oven. 🥓😎

Meatloaf Perfection (Gluten Free)

Meatloaf Perfection (Gluten Free)

I’m not a meatloaf girl but I LOVE this meatloaf! It’s truly Meatloaf Perfection (Gluten Free) and all the credit goes to the prunes, yes, the prunes!! 

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

If you’re a big fan of buffalo wings and simple recipes, you’ll love Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip. It’s a total crowd pleaser that’s big on flavor and small on effort. 

Crispy Creamy Mustard Chicken

Crispy Creamy Mustard Chicken

Crispy Creamy Mustard Chicken is a simple, one-pan recipe that makes it an easy weeknight dinner. But don’t let that fool you. There are complex flavors going on in this pan. The creme fraîche is the secret ingredient that brings luxuriousness to this gem. It makes Crispy Creamy Mustard Chicken a decadent and impressive dish that can easily be served at a dinner party.

Tomato Walnut Penne Pasta (Gluten Free)

Tomato Walnut Penne Pasta (Gluten Free)

Tomato Walnut Penne Pasta (Gluten Free) is one of those recipes that reels you in. Even after eating two large helpings you’ll still be looking forward to leftovers the next day. As you GF-er’s know, that’s really impressive for a gluten free pasta dish!

Fennel-Celery Salad with Walnuts and Blue Cheese

Fennel-Celery Salad with Walnuts and Blue Cheese

Just hold on a sec😡! Before you get all “I hate fennel. I don’t even like celery,” I’ll tell you why you should want to try this salad. Fennel-Celery Salad with Walnuts and Blue Cheese is a SOPHISTICATED salad…a salad filled with layers of full-on flavor, crunch, sweetness, and tang. While admittedly this salad isn’t for everyone, it just might be for you, your family, or your guests! It’s definitely for me and BG!

Spiced Aioli Chicken Breasts

Spiced Aioli Chicken Breasts

Is your tank almost on empty as you contemplate what to cook for dinner? Have you been asked multiple times the dreaded “What’s for dinner??” Well, if this is you, you can relax. The beauty of Spiced Aioli Chicken Breasts is its simplicity! It’s a lazy foodies dream recipe because while it has few ingredients, it’s mighty tasty and is on the table in less than 30 minutes. Are you smiling yet? I hope so!

African Peanut Soup (Maafe)

African Peanut Soup (Maafe)

I’m preparing for my first trip to Africa and I’m super excited! There’s a lot more prep work for this trip than for the usual trips I take….securing Visa’s, getting Yellow Fever vaccinations (ouch!), picking up the anti-malarial pills, etc. Even with all of this preparing, I hadn’t given any thought to the Africa cuisine until my cousin Eric brought it up. As a food lover, how could I have overlooked this? I did some research and chose to experiment with Maafe…an African Peanut Soup. It’s a delicious, full bodied, satisfying soup that can easily double as a stew over rice, if desired. If you’d like to get a taste of African cuisine why not make a pot of African Peanut Soup (Maafe) yourself? Tutaonana baadaye! (Swahili for “catch you later!”👋🏼)

Classic Hungarian Cucumber Salad

Classic Hungarian Cucumber Salad

A bit about myself. My maternal side of the family is Hungarian. Actually, sometimes we’re Hungarian and other times we’re Romanian. My maternal grandfather grew up in Sighet, Transylvania (spooky, right?!) and at the time he came to the United States, Sighet was part of Hungary. So we consider ourselves Hungarian even though today Sighet is part of Romania. Sorry for the digression…Here’s a traditional Hungarian recipe – Classic Hungarian Cucumber Salad. It’s so light and refreshing and is perfect when served with heavier dishes like stews for example.

Harissa Maple Roasted Carrots

Harissa Maple Roasted Carrots

I just looove the brightness of this dish and, most importantly, the delicious-ness of the carrots. Harissa Maple Roasted Carrots has middle-eastern flair and robustness from the harissa and cumin and then is layered, mellowed and sweetened with maple syrup. It’s a perfect side dish for fall and winter recipes. I often-times serve it for Thanksgiving since it’s a great make-ahead and serve-room-temp recipe.

Umami Noodles with Scallion Brown Butter (Gluten Free)

Umami Noodles with Scallion Brown Butter (Gluten Free)

Umami Noodles with Scallion Brown Butter (Gluten Free) are loaded with so much flavor. Each strand of pasta is thoroughly coated in sauce, thanks to the Starchy Water trick I include in the recipe. I slurped down the entire bowl of noodles while standing at the stove…and I never do that! 

Sweet and Spicy Korean Short Ribs (Gluten Free)

Sweet and Spicy Korean Short Ribs (Gluten Free)

Korean BBQ anyone?? The marinade on Sweet and Spicy Korean Short Ribs (Gluten Free) becomes a delectable candied lacquer when grilled AND cooks for less than eight minutes! If you want easy, quick, poppin’ flavor that’s Korean BBQ style, you’ve got to give this one a try!

Sheet-Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free)

Sheet-Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free)

I LOVE sheet-pan recipes because they really simplify the cooking and clean-up processes. Sheet Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free) fits that bill and then some. Store bought marinara sauce and pre-shredded mozzarella totally lighten the load on this very tasty and filling vegetarian recipe. 

Maple Mustard Dressing

Maple Mustard Dressing

Maple Mustard dressing is a full-bodied dressing that is especially delicious when served with fresh fruit in your salads. My sister makes the dressing for our family gatherings and drizzles it over mixed field greens with fresh, sliced pears or mangos, and Trader Joe’s candied pecans. The dressing (and the salad) are a family favorite!

Cashew Chicken with Asparagus

Cashew Chicken with Asparagus

Cashew Chicken with Asparagus is a totally scrumptious recipe. It’s got the nutty cashew crunch with a sweet honey pepper sauce that melds perfectly with the turmeric chicken and asparagus morsels. The dish comes together in 10 minutes once you get cooking. Can you say “easy dinner that everyone will love?!”

Yogurt with Fresh Figs, Honey, and Pine Nuts

Yogurt with Fresh Figs, Honey, and Pine Nuts

If you’re looking for an easy but unique yogurt breakfast, this one’s for you! Yogurt with Fresh Figs, Honey, and Pine Nuts is filled with interesting and textured flavors that wind together in each spoonful. It’s the added oomph you need to get your day started on the right note.

Tuna Poke Bowl

Tuna Poke Bowl

While Poke originated in Hawaii, it’s now mainstream and available in many restaurants and even in many supermarkets. However, making your own Poke Bowls is a total breeze. And if your reaction is anything like my husband’s was when devouring his homemade Tuna Poke Bowl, you’ll be strutting around doing the Hokey Pokey or busting a move!