If you are looking for an easy, but impressive side dish, look no further than this roasted delicata squash. The sweet squash pairs perfectly with a fresh herb pesto giving you a healthy side that is perfect for a weeknight or a dinner party. I spent a lot of my childhood purporting not to like […]
This Turkey Roulade recipe is a show stopping centerpiece for any occasion — and it’s surprisingly easy to make! The best part? It can be assembled the day before. If you’re planning a gathering and want a beautiful centerpiece for your table, but don’t want the added stress of cooking a whole bird or risk […]
My version of Instant Pot Moroccan-style Chicken Stew is slightly sweet, slightly spicy, and perfect for a night in on the couch. It’s not-so-secret ingredient is harissa, giving it a spicy kick and great depth of flavor. One of the things I’ve been working on lately is building up a solid pantry. Apartment living doesn’t […]
My version of Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup gets some extra heat from red pepper flakes and hot peppers and great depth of flavor from cumin and turmeric. I actually love cold weather. Breathing in chilly air, wearing cozy sweaters, and expanding my scarf collection are some of my favorite things. Colder weather means it’s […]
If you ever find yourself with some overripe bananas, try this quick and easy Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie — ready in a snap! Summer in my Brooklyn 4th floor walk-up can be a little… warm. An old building means no central air, and the layout of our place makes cooling the whole apartment with window […]
Summertime means stone fruits are in season! This easy and versatile stone fruit salad recipe is a true celebration of the season’s best fruits. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase any items, I may make a commission at no cost to you. I only endorse products […]
Okay, I’ll admit it. I never used to like cucumbers. They always seem boring, flavorless, and a waste of a vegetable. I am here to admit I was wrong. This smashed cucumber salad is crisp, refreshing, and the perfect side dish for the summertime. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if […]
These Shrimp Lettuce Wraps celebrate spring and summer vegetables – crisp cucumber meets creamy avocado for a light and healthy meal that is ready in less than 20 minutes. Heads up: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase any items, I may make a commission at no cost to […]
Transform hard boiled eggs into a healthier deviled egg! Turmeric, cumin, and coriander add great flavor while healthy Greek yogurt adds smoothness and tang. Growing up, I loved dyeing Easter eggs. Between my sister and I, we dipped and decorated at least a dozen eggs each. Luckily, my family liked eating hard boiled eggs, because […]
Spicy radishes offer great flavor and crunch in this light (yet filling!) lentil salad, balanced with creamy goat cheese and fresh greens. Y’all. Spring can not come fast enough. As much as I love cooking comforting, winter-y recipes like soups and stews, by the time spring is within striking distance I am ready for fresh, […]