Who’s ready for Cinco de Mayo? I know I am! This Saturday you can find me stuffing my face with this salsa/guacamole bar and sipping on some margaritas. Anyone else having a fiesta? With Cinco de Mayo just around the corner, what better excuse to bust out your best Mexican-inspired dishes? Whether you’re hosting a crowd or […]

I’ve been on a pesto kick lately and have been making everything from the traditional variety to pea pesto. Today, I made a super creamy, avocado pesto that would be fabulous on almost anything. The avocados add a creamy consistency and cheese like richness to this vegan pesto. Who else is obsessed with pesto? I […]

This gorgeous spring weather has me craving all sorts of fresh and bright flavors. After a weekend filled with entertaining, I’m keeping dinner simple this week with giant, fresh salads. Another plus, after one too many chocolate bunnies this is a tasty way to hit “reset”. I tossed protein packed quinoa, spinach, blood oranges, creamy […]

Forget the one-pot pastas, this spring I’m all about quiche. If you love eggs, love cheese, and love a quick and easy dinner recipe you are going to love this recipe. This classic, cheesy, quiche is filled with herbs and the perfect accompaniment for a salad of spring greens.   Of course, the beauty in […]

Let’s taco ‘bout it. Weekday meals can sometimes be a challenge, but they don’t have to be. They should be filling and nourishing and hit the table in 30 minutes or less. Taco Stuffed Avocados are the perfect weekday meal for busy families or even someone cooking for one. A low-carb, gluten free, healthy dinner […]

Even though you’re not playing in the big game, you have to fuel up for the Super Bowl properly. No one wants to sit down for a six-course TV dinner, so make a bunch of appetizers, throw ’em on the counter, and let people graze as they watch. One of my must have recipes for […]

This soup won’t change the weather, but at least it will make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. It’s even cold in Florida this week! That’s when you know you really have a problem! Anyway, what better way to start the first week of the new year than with this butternut squash soup with spicy […]

Cranberry Cheese Ball After all the shopping, cooking, and entertaining for Christmas, New Year’s Eve always seems to sneak up on us. And let’s be real: You’ve been too busy playing with your fun new kitchen toys to bother with planning an impressive New Year’s dish. That’s fine – just make something that’s little on […]

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and if you’re like most people you’re probably a little stressed. I have to admit I am not stressed because I am not hosting Thanksgiving this year… however, if I was I would probably be a little stressed also. My number one tip this year is to streamline your […]

Make this holiday season the most delicious one yet with simple, stress free recipes that use fresh in-season ingredients. One of my favorite elegant and savory holiday appetizers are Baked Figs with Goat Cheese. They’re sweet, yet savory and your guests will be begging for the leftovers. The best part? This appetizer can be made […]