The Benefits of Homemade Taco Seasoning While I’ve often shared our love for the convenient taco packets from Trader Joe’s, we typically keep homemade taco seasoning in our spice drawer. This versatile seasoning is easy to customize, allowing you to adjust the flavor to make it spicier, smokier, or richer—it’s a staple we always have…
Ground Turkey Soup with White Beans and Kale
Comforting Turkey Soup with White Beans and Kale A bowl of comforting soup is always a welcome addition when the weather turns chilly. It’s also a lovely idea to bring to someone who is under the weather, just got home from a long trip with an empty fridge, recently moved and hasn’t unpacked the pots…
Meal Plan // October 28, 2024
The Perfect Time to Meal Plan If there ever was a good time to meal plan, I’d say the next few months would be it! As we reach the end of October, our calendars are filling up, and this season brings more commitments and activities to plan for. This week I’m doing lots of recipe…
Chopped Salad with Salmon, Beets, Feta and Maple Orange Vinaigrette
Salads are a lunchtime staple for my husband and me and I’d say we have them about 2-3 times a week. We’ve enjoyed countless chopped salads over the years, and they’re almost never the same. What ties them together is a balanced combination of protein, healthy fats, fiber-rich vegetables, and leafy greens. This chopped salad…
Meal Plan // Week of October 21, 2024
This week’s meal plan has a mix of fall flavors and easy weeknight dishes. A few easy skillet meals and satisfying salads will get us through the week. I’m also going to make a batch of my Morning Glory Muffins for a quick grab and go snack – I hope you try these and love…
Meal Plan // Week of October 14, 2024
It’s already mid-October and I finally feel like the weather is allowing me to make some cozy food and put out some fall decor around the house. Maybe it’s the same in your neck of the woods? Side note – not to offend anyone, but I’m not a big fan of anything Halloween related, and…
Harvest Salad with Balsamic Chicken
A Fall Salad That’s Worth the Effort Some salads are quick and simple, while others take a bit more preparation. This fall salad falls into the latter category, but every bit of effort is worth it! It’s been a staple in our fall dinner rotation for a while now, and I hope it becomes one…
Meal Plan // Week of October 7, 2024
Friends and family – I hope this finds you doing well and getting through the heat wave that seems to be affecting so many of us, especially out west. It appears there is some relief on the way. Other parts of the country are still dealing with hurricane devastation and uncertainty with each new day….
Ratatouille
Why Summer and Early Fall are Ideal for Ratatouille Summer and early fall months are perfect times to make ratatouille. With farmers’ markets overflowing with fresh produce, it’s the ideal season for this delicious dish! The combination of slowly cooked eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and onions, seasoned with fresh herbs, creates a delightful mix that truly…
Meal Plan // Week of September 30, 2024
Embracing “Fake Fall” in the Bay Area As September comes to a close, I like to call this time of year “Fake Fall.” While I scroll through my weather app, checking in on all my favorite people across the country, I notice that most are still experiencing summer temperatures. That is, except for my sister…