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- Dec 23, 2020
My Favorite Simple Smoked Kielbasa + Rosemary Lentil Soup
If you need a bowl of love...well, here it is! I love using smoked kielbasa along with the usual soup vegetables + lentils. It's hearty, full of flavors + the broth is crazy good. Add in coconut milk, if you love it - don't add it if you don't. A little extra bone broth at the end makes it even better. The lentils soak up a lot of the liquid which makes this one pot meal, a hit! Let me know if you make it - I love seeing all your photos + comments! My Favorite Simple Kielbas
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- Dec 23, 2020
Sage Butter Chicken with Shallot Pan Broth
If crispy chicken skin wasn't delicious enough - I just made it EVEN BETTER. Add butter with lots of dried herbs + fresh sage under the skin - it's AMAZING. The butter melts perfectly, leaving the meat tender + moist + deliciously flavored AND it also flavors the skin...but the salt, pepper + fried sage help too! Such a quick way to step up your chicken breast dinner game. AND the shallots + bone broth marry so well in a super hot oven. Gosh, this is my new go to for sure! Se
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- Dec 21, 2020
Bacon + Shallot Balsamic Jam Haricots Verts
These Haricot Verts with bacon are a must. Caramelized shallots with a splash of balsamic would be good on toast - but even better over crunchy + fresh green beans. Its a simple side dish for any meal. Don't scramble to figure out an easy vegetable side. Make the bacon jam ahead of time + heat up with the greens when you are ready to serve. I picked up a 12 oz. bag of Haricots Verts from my local Trader Joe's. I know other grocery stores carry them as well. If you can't find
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- Dec 18, 2020
My Favorite Roasted Tomato + Basil Soup
It's not often I share a recipe, that I make that very day for lunch. But when I started posting photos of it on Instagram - the comments + questions started to come in. SOO I had to share right away. So here it is. What's not to love about a simple homemade soup?! The richness of the roasted tomatoes, garlic + shallots blend so well with the olive oil + dried basil. Finishing it all off with more basil + coconut milk - so simple + perfect for this time of year. I made this
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- Dec 17, 2020
Saucy Italian Oregano + Tomato Chicken
Oregano, thyme + marjoram fill the simple San Marzano sauce with tons of flavor. The tender chicken + toasted onions make it a meal. I've made this a few time + my family loves it. Never leftovers + it's simple to quickly pull together. Filled with all the herbs you have in pantry already - let's make more simple healthy meals. Let's change up your normal jarred tomato sauce recipe - add in some chicken thighs, lots of herbs + olive oil fried onions with bay leaves...gosh, it
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- Dec 16, 2020
Fig + Port Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin
Tender figs in a buttery + broth sauce with herbs + rich port flavors...all over a pan seared pork tenderloin. It's really that simple + taste delicious. Serve with roasted or steamed vegetables, mashed parsnips or sweet potatoes, crunchy bread + a cheesy holiday movie. I can't rave enough about these flavors. Some unexpected but all go so well together. I love a good pork tenderloin - but honestly, I always need a good sauce for it. This pan sauce picks up all the little bit
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- Dec 11, 2020
Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata
Tender + moist chicken coated in a simple yet flavorful lemon, shallot + caper sauce. It's pure elegance without the work or time. The quickly seared chicken along with lots of fresh herbs...it's really perfection. Oh, and salty + full of citrus! And let me just point out....this recipe is GLUTEN FREE + DAIRY FREE. It's a bonus - no flour dusted on the chicken, no cream filled sauce...just pure goodness! I hope you enjoy it! Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata servings for 4-6 peopl
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- Dec 10, 2020
My Favorite Cauliflower Fried Rice
Want some fried rice without the RICE? Ha, funny joke. But in all serious, use finely grated cauliflower to achieve the same goal. Fill it with veggies, a great sauce, a few eggs + tons of fresh cilantro + scallions. It's a good one....plus it's Paleo friendly. Pass the hot sauce + extra fresh herbs....grab your chopsticks. Let's eat. AND did you know that most grocery stores sell the cauliflower grated? Yes, you can find it the produce aisle along with the frozen section. So
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- Dec 8, 2020
Cilantro Pesto Fajita Steaks with Charred Peppers + Onions
Okay, Taco Tuesday is looking a little different. Like many of us - I needed to change up our groundhog day meals - you get me? Love a simple sauce to go over quickly grilled steaks + charred peppers + onions. It's a really simple meal, that tastes amazing - thanks to the cilantro pesto. Plus the colors are crazy good! I served these on a board. Hot off the grill. Everyone picks what they want. Add as much toppings, extra sauce + herbs you want. Don't forget the grilled torti
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- Dec 7, 2020
The Best Old World Beer + Bean Soup
The earthly richness from the Worcestershire sauce, shallots, herbs + beer - is a good one. It's hearty with the beans + ham. A complete meal! It's very much soup season in our house. We will enjoy it 3 nights a week - as long as there is bread, cornbread or pretzels we are IN! I used the best quality smoked ham I could get my hands on. Covey Rise Farms, raises their animals on amazing pastures, while tending to them like family. They truly are farming the right way. AND it s
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- Nov 25, 2020
Korean BBQ Sauced Brussels Sprouts
I love the flavors of ginger, garlic + sesame that cover the brussels sprouts. Add in extra hot sauce - so good. Think crunchy, sweet + saucy. Perfect for any side dish. This sauce comes together quickly - add everything into a bowl + stir. Simple, right?!?! Korean BBQ Sauced Brussels Sprouts Made gluten free 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1/2 lb. brussels sprouts, cleaned + ends removed 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup tamari or soy sauce 1/2 coconut aminos 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 ta
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- Nov 23, 2020
Easy Beef + Bean Taquitos with Chili Pepper Lime Dip
Check these out. Grab your kids, husbands + dogs! They will ALL love these! I mean the crispy shells are OFF THE CHARTS. The beef + beans are tender with melted cheddar cheese. Dip them into the chili pepper lime dip - double dip is okay by me! You will want it! So good + simple...PLUS it's a fun meal to have to start this week off! Easy Beef + Bean Taquitos with Chili Pepper Lime Dip 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 yellow onion, small diced 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1
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- Nov 20, 2020
Brown Sugar Roasted Acorn Squash
It's no secret that brown sugar + melted butter are a match made for many delicious things. Tender squash baked to perfection + topped with salt, brown sugar + butter. It's simple + delicious. I often make this for just ME - and eat it all! So good. Want another acorn squash recipe? Here you go...Maple Roasted Acorn Squash with Pancetta + Walnut Bread Crumb Brown Sugar Roasted Acorn Squash 1 acorn squash, cut in quarters + seeds removed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon sa
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- Nov 18, 2020
Chipotle Lime Roasted Cauliflower + Broccolini
I love the heat + depth of flavor that chipotle peppers have - plus the added adobo sauce, fresh lime + scallions are so good. Roasted cauliflower + broccolini are easy + give them tons of flavor. They are crunchy yet tender + sweet from the hints of honey. This doesn't get any simpler + easier to make. For real. Mix in 3 ingredients with the vegetables. Roast + chow down. Yes, easy. Chipotle Lime Roasted Cauliflower + Broccoli 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 1 bunch of bro
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- Nov 17, 2020
Rustic Split Roast Chicken with Creamy Broccoli - Diary + Gluten Free
Shallots, coconut milk + tender broccoli are a great sauce to dip my favorite roast chicken into. Split your chicken in half to cook it in less time...+ more crispy skin to go around. Take the extra step to add in a Parmesan rind + extra black pepper. Worth it, promise! Some may call this similar to Chicken Divan but prior to making this, I had no idea what Chicken Divan is...had to google it. Rustic Split Roast Chicken Divan - Diary + Gluten Free 1 whole chicken, split in ha
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- Nov 16, 2020
Smoky Butternut Squash + Farro Salad with Lime Shallot Dressing
By far, my new FAVORITE salad. This is straight up INSANE (yes, I'm yelling). I just can't get over these flavors. Roasted + smoky squash with crispy garbanzo beans. Fresh cilantro, lime + shallots are amazing with crunchy farro + pomegranate seeds. Toss it all with arugula + serving extra dressing on the side. Pair it with grilled chicken or roasted salmon. Keep it vegetarian - it's all good. I made this on a complete whim + hungry stomach. It has a similar vibe of my Lemon
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- Nov 13, 2020
One Pan Beef + Leek Pot Pie
Creamy beef + vegetables in a rich bone broth sauce with tender baby potatoes + perfect pie crust. Oh, so good. Want a Chicken Pot Pie Recipe? Here is my favorite one, Gluten Free Roast Chicken + Leek Pot Pie I love that you cook everything in the cast iron pan + then bake the crust on top in the same pan. Fewer dishes is always nice. My husband thanks me too! My Favorite One Pan Beef + Leek Pot Pie 1 lb. ground beef (I used Five Mary's) 3 medium carrots, small diced 1/2 medi
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- Nov 12, 2020
Lemon + Shallot Relish Roasted Salmon with Wilted Butter Spinach
I love how easy + flavorful salmon is when roasted simply with lemon, salt + pepper. Top it all off with a quick charred lemon + shallot relish + buttered spinach. It's a delicious meal, that's healthy - gluten + dairy free. Love all the colors - serve this leading up to the holidays. Salmon might be my new comfort food! Hope you love it too! Lemon + Shallot Relish Roasted Salmon with Wilted Butter Spinach 4 portions of salmon belly 2 lemons salt + pepper 3 tablespoons salted
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- Nov 9, 2020
Easy Sopa de Lima with Mini Green Chile Chicken Meatballs + White Beans
Gosh, I love a good soup. Especially one that I can make in less than 25 minutes. This soup is simple to make + has tons of flavors. The lime juice, fresh herbs + green chile mini meatballs are perfect. The broth is full of simple flavors - if you have Mexican oregano is makes a huge difference! Top it all off with what you love. I always add extra cilantro + scallions, hot sauce + crunchy tortilla chips. Easy Sopa de Lima with Mini Green Chile Chicken Meatballs + White Beans
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