Don’t shoot the messenger, but … I’ve never liked the Olive Garden restaurant. Yes, I know it’s an American institution but I think most of their food is terrible. The only dishes from Olive Garden I ever liked are the soups. So I set out trying to recreate them at home in a healthier way. This Olive Garden
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
This Italian Wedding Soup is a spin on a recipe developed by TV star and Fortina restaurant owner Christian Petroni and it features a delectable combination of robust greens paired with a hearty broth and bits of delicious pasta. Meatballs, Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Options Feel free to use ground chicken, pork or beef for the
Carbonara is an easy weeknight dinner – cozy, comforting and shockingly easy to make. First of all, you only need five ingredients. That’s why it’s called 5-Ingredient Creamy Carbonara. Creamy carbonara is the perfect weeknight comfort meal to make when you haven’t planned anything for dinner. If you keep some
We’ve been trying to eat more seafood. And the hubby isn’t a seafood lover. But these Healthy Weeknight Shrimp Tacos are spicy and flavorful enough to overcome his objections. The 30-minute recipe is easy enough to whip up on a weeknight, but it’s also delicious enough for company. Don’t forget about the
How do I love thee, one pot creamy tomato soup? Let me count the ways: You make the whole thing in ONE pot Fresh juicy tomatoes Only 6 ingredients Rich and creamy, but also super healthy You can easily substitute coconut milk to make it vegan, Paleo and Whole30 compliant Get You Some Tomatoes This recipe uses fresh tomatoes and you
I recently took a gluten-free baking class and made the BEST dark chocolate cupcakes I’ve ever had. The recipe was simple, quick, and over-the-top delicious. This has become my go-to chocolate cake recipe, and as soon as you try it, it’ll be yours. Dark Chocolate Cupcake Tips and Tricks Don’t be intimidated by the
If your summer garden is overflowing (or while produce is super cheap) make this weeknight zucchini and tomato pasta. It can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes and it’s a perfect vegetarian meal (easily made vegan if you omit the cheese). Easy Peasy Clean Up I hate recipes that dirty a gazillion dishes. This one is pretty
Just a few high-quality ingredients and an over-the-top dressing will make this Shrimp Salad with Herb Dressing your favorite go-to summer meal. And … it’s super duper healthy. In fact it’s Whole30 compliant, keto, paleo, sugar-free and gluten-free. But, most important, it’s super fresh, filling and delicious.
Believe it or not, it’s faster to scramble an egg than to make a smoothie. And these creamy scrambled eggs with arugula and Parmesan are lovely. They’re easy enough for a weekday morning and elegant enough for a special brunch. Plus they’re healthy, keto, sugar-free and gluten-free. I don’t know about you, but
