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Portobello Caprese Panini

I just love a good weeknight panini. Perfect for busy evenings, this recipe is done in under 20 minutes and combines classic flavors with a little twist! We love our panini press to get that perfect crispy exterior, but cooking in a skillet will yield equally delicious results. This is vegetarian, but can be veganContinue reading “Portobello Caprese Panini”

Grilled Ribeye with Moroccan Skillet Potatoes

While we eat mostly plant-based food, our family eats meat about 1-2 times per week. We participate in a Walden Local Meat share so I know our meat is locally sourced and perfectly butchered. It’s hard to buy store-bought meat anymore – it’s so delicious! This month, we got two ribeye steaks in our shareContinue reading “Grilled Ribeye with Moroccan Skillet Potatoes”

Cranberry Orange English Muffins

English muffins are my favorite versatile breakfast option. I use them for breakfast sandwiches, top them with peanut or almond butter for a protein-packed meal, or slather in butter and jam to serve with eggs on the side. This recipe combines some of my favorite flavors into an extra-special breakfast treat to elevate any ordinaryContinue reading “Cranberry Orange English Muffins”

Spinach and Ramp Pesto

We love getting our CSA box and finding new vegetables to try. This week’s spring box came with ramps and spinach which inspired this easy, gorgeous fresh pesto that only took 10 minutes to make. We paired this pesto with grilled chicken and melty cheese to make the most delicious spring panini, but this couldContinue reading “Spinach and Ramp Pesto”

Lemony Asparagus and Mushroom Gnocchi

This dish just tastes like spring. Fresh asparagus pairs well with crispy gnocchi, a touch of heat, zesty lemon, and baby bella mushrooms resulting in a quick, hearty dish that is so delicious you’ll be licking your plate. And the broth-based sauce makes this a healthy alternative to heavier cream-based sauces. This meal is doneContinue reading “Lemony Asparagus and Mushroom Gnocchi”

Vietnamese-style Spring Rolls

My introduction to spring rolls had been at various Asian-inspired restaurants as a starter course. But when our Vietnamese friends introduced us to making spring rolls at home for a main course, there was no going back. They are easy, healthy, delicious, and FUN to assemble, making this an interactive dinner to keep everyone smilingContinue reading “Vietnamese-style Spring Rolls”

Kale and Broccolini Pasta with Chickpeas

If you are looking for a quick and healthy weeknight pasta dish, this is it! This is a complete main course – packed with veggies, protein, and so delicious. And if you are unfamiliar with broccolini, it cooks and tastes very similar to broccoli! This is Vegetarian, kid-friendly, easily vegan adaptable by omitting the cheeseContinue reading “Kale and Broccolini Pasta with Chickpeas”

Oat and Cinnamon Yogurt Pancakes

If you haven’t tried yogurt pancakes before, you need to! They are so moist and fluffy, packed with protein and incredibly easy to make. I have been working on this recipe and testing it with my kids each week – this version easily got the highest reviews. My kids literally devour these, so storing aContinue reading “Oat and Cinnamon Yogurt Pancakes”