Kudos to all the Dads who go a long way to keep their kids happy and protected. It’s a great time to celebrate their lifelong struggle on this Father’s Day. I always take this day as a great chance to spend some quality time with family and the man of the house. A BBQ night […]
The barbecue and pool party season has begun, folks! And that’s why I want to share with you this colorful healthy recipe that is an ideal summer side dish, which can also be a great option for a trip to the beach or picnic. Traditional Mexican Street Corn salad doesn’t have tomatoes and avocado, therefore […]
These Grits are far less fat than traditional ones, but still creamy and delicious. I would classify this recipe as a “better alternative” rather than a suggestion if you are looking to lose weight. Grits are a fantastic food. They are inexpensive, quick, and easy to make. They can be a great alternative to mashed […]
Better late than never! I came up with this recipe as a replacement for Green Bean Casserole last Thanksgiving, and got too preoccupied with the holidays to post! This Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Peppers is a perfect side for your holiday dinner table, but it also doesn’t have to be limited to that. […]
Traditional Mac n’ Cheese is Not Nutritious Traditional mac n’ cheese is heavy! It traditionally has lots of saturated fat, poor quality pasta, and very little nutritional value. Some mac and cheese is even totally processed. Aside from the convenience, boxed mac and cheese is even worse. However, sometimes you crave that home style, comforting […]
Okay, so no this is not a magical ‘shroom gravy… I am so sorry to disappoint those of you that may have gotten excited to “trip balls” again like a 20-something at an EDM concert. However, this mushroom gravy is quite magical in it’s savory umami taste and how wonderfully it compliments typically “boring” foods […]
This delicious fall season roasted sweet potato and beetroot salad is an amazing addition to Thanksgiving or any night of the week! I created this recipe when I just started my blog and have modified it since. The new version is just as tasty but is oil-free! I wanted this salad to be as whole […]
Do you ever wonder what kind of plant-based recipes kids will likely want to eat up without a fuss? Here I have some recipes to share with you of my own as well as submitted by a few of my food blogging friends! If you are starting from scratch with picky kids, first read my […]
Can’t get enough of that roasted red pepper flavor that compliments hummus and other dishes so spectacularly? This red pepper coulis is the perfect dish enhancer for many different dishes! For those who don’t know, a coulis is a sauce made of puréed vegetables. Red Pepper Coulis – The Perfect Dish Enhancer There are a […]