New recipes and old family favorites to inspire some extra time around the table with family and friends.
One of my favorite treats in the summer is a fresh tomato over some kind of melty cream cheese on a bagel. I had some beefsteak tomatoes from the farmers market, and I knew now was the time to try this recipe. Since we are eating a lower-carb diet these days, it was time to …
Chicken salad is one of my favorite items to eat for lunch or a quick dinner. Once you put it in a lettuce wrap, you have a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal. These Poppy Seed Chicken Salad Wraps have a light, refreshing citrus flavor. Perfect for lunch on a hot summer day. Recipe Notes An …
Grilling time is almost here in the Midwest. A favorite of ours is grilled chicken Ceasar salad. The sunny days are few and far between the rain and thunderstorms, but they are trying. One thing is for sure, when we do have a sunny day, you can always catch the smell of a neighbor firing …
These Thai Peanut Zoodles are incredibly fast to make, delicious, and low-carb! About a week into watching my carbs, I was craving pasta. So I decided to purchase a spiralizer to try this zoodle thing out. There are so many spiralizers out there. I wanted something simple and cheap since I was not even sure …
This Kale Soup with Chorizo and Potato is a take on the Spanish flavors of cured chorizo sausage and smoked paprika, but uses ingredients that are easier to find in the local supermarket. This is an easy, tasty soup full of spicy chorizo, creamy potatoes, and hearty kale. I used a Johnsonville cooked chorizo sausage. …
Grilled pork chops and a simple salad make for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Making your own dressing is easy, you get to control all the ingredients and customize it to your taste. If you are pressed for time, feel free to use a bottled balsamic vinaigrette; do what works for you! The only …