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Peach and Tomato Caprese Salad

August 26, 2021
jzmcbride
There’s a saying that goes “What grows together, goes together.” Eating seasonally is a great way to sync with nature and ensure that you’re enjoying local foods when they are at their best. With peaches and tomatoes in season & plentiful, this super simple Peach and Tomato Caprese Salad is a lovely way to
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Super Bowl Sunday Snack Recipe Roundup

February 4, 2021
jzmcbride
Super Bowl Sunday is for snacks. There. I said it. I love to watch the commercials and I’m always here for the halftime show. Sometimes I even care about the game. But I’m ALWAYS here for the snacks. Super Bowl Sunday is one day that I like to indulge in all the yummy food – calories be damned. Here are links to a
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Whole-30 3-Ingredient Fruit Salsa

July 23, 2020
jzmcbride
This sweet and savory Whole-30 3-ingredient fruit salsa elevates a simple grilled protein (chicken, fish, pork, steak), makes a great topping for tacos and burritos and is a delicious appetizer when served with chips. With summer fruit at its peak, there are so many ways to throw together a delicious fruit salsa. First, pick your
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Herbed Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

January 15, 2020
jzmcbride
I brought these herbed goat cheese stuffed mushrooms to a friend’s house for dinner recently and they were a hit. They are suuuuuper easy to make with just a few whole-food ingredients. And you can have them prepped and on the table in about 30 minutes. These mushrooms are so easy to make, they barely qualify as a
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Homemade Beet Chips

December 26, 2019
jzmcbride
Homemade beet chips have all of the crunchy satisfaction of a potato chip with none of the guilt. And they are ridiculously easy to make. You can use any kind or any color of beet in this recipe. You’ll want to slice them as thinly as possible. If you have a food processor or mandoline, it will make the task easier, but you can
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World’s Easiest Artichoke Recipe – Instant Pot or Stovetop

September 12, 2019
jzmcbride
Oh man, do I love an artichoke. If it’s on the menu at a restaurant, you know I’m gonna get it. And unfortunately, lots of people are intimidated to make artichokes at home. But that all ends today. Because it’s super easy. And it can also be really quick if you cook them in the Instant Pot. And did I mention that
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Easy Shishito Pepper Recipe

April 29, 2019
jzmcbride
I’m not usually a big fan of peppers but I make a BIG exception for shishitos. This easy shishito pepper recipe is ready in 5 minutes and uses exactly three ingredients: shishito peppers, olive oil and salt. You simply saute them in a really hot pan with oil until blistered and beginning to soften and then sprinkle them with a
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Easy Baked Zucchini Fries With Smoky Ketchup

October 19, 2018
jzmcbride
While nothing tops traditional french fries, these easy baked zucchini fries with smoky ketchup come damn close. Imagine Parmesan-crusted zucchini baked until hot and crispy and dunked in a smoky, spicy ketchup. It’s the perfect accompaniment for a weeknight dinner. And, don’t let the smoky ketchup dipping sauce scare
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Easy Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles and Pickled Vegetables

July 13, 2018
jzmcbride
Why purchase pickles or pickled vegetables when you can make your own in about 20 minutes? This easy refrigerator pickle recipe has no added sugar, a delicious garlic dill flavor and a satisfying crunch. And, they’re vegan, Paleo, Whole30 and gluten free. I double dare you to find an easier recipe. This easy garlic dill pickled
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Healthy Baked Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

July 11, 2018
jzmcbride
Do you love the flavor of buffalo chicken? Then you’re going to love these healthy baked buffalo chicken meatballs. This easy recipe gives you the delicious taste of buffalo wings with out the greasy mess (or the looooong cooking time.) The meatballs are savory, spicy and so delicious. They’re baked in the oven so cleanup
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