Basil is one of the first things I plant each Spring. I love everything about it; the color, the smell, the taste, and how easily it grows in a planter on my back deck. It’s also a key ingredient in many of the dishes I […]

Ya’ll, I came down with a raging chest cold, terrible cough, and man voice out of nowhere. Like, it’s springtime and I didn’t get sick all winter but now I sound like a chronic smoker? What the heck?! Also, I’m slightly bitter that I’m sick […]

Hands down this is one of our favorite go-to meals especially on nights where we’re fighting the urge to order take-out. Why do we love it? Flavorful protein, check! Veggies on veggies, check! And the whole meal can be ready in 30 minutes or less. […]

I’m not sure how I made it nearly 30 years on this planet without ever making a pot roast, but that all changed a few weeks ago when I got an idea in my head to make it for one Sunday dinner! To be honest, […]

This Lentil Soup was a repeat recipe in our house for several years as it’s full of fiber, flavor, and it makes enough to enjoy throughout the week. The other day when meal prepping, Justin brought up this soup.“I loved that lentil soup. You used […]

You’re not going to want to miss this dish! This “grown-up” macaroni and cheese will wow your dinner guests and the built in vegetables will leave you feeling less guilty when going back for seconds.   Back in the Fall I was in Los Angeles […]

I’d never made a Shepherd’s pie before, but the Fall weather had me craving a warm, hardy dish that screamed comfort food. I have to admit that I was a bit skeptical making this dish at first… Peas, corn, carrots, and beef? Mashed potatoes are […]

This recipe was inspired by another soup recipe I found several years ago. I’ve since changed it up a bit to my liking and have to say it’s one of my favorite soups. It’s especially good when you have a cold because it’s full of […]

This is another great Italian dish you can make for two or more than a few! It’s packed with spinach, roasted red peppers, creamy sauce, and tender chicken. What’s not to love? You can easily pan-sear or grill the chicken, whichever you prefer. This time […]

Simple, sweet, and hits the spot every time. These sautéed sweet potatoes pair really well with chicken, burgers, or even on top of a salad as they’re just naturally sweet enough to get your tastebuds tingling and the edges get slightly caramelized in a cast […]