Category Archives: Quick and Easy

Lemony Zucchini Arugula Pesto

Posted on August 14, 2017 | 4 comments

Every morning I eat my breakfast cereal over a cooking magazine. My husband thinks I’m crazy to eat food and read about it at the same time, but it works for me. Heck, maybe I am crazy, only time will tell! I recently came across the idea to make zucchini into a pesto. I turned from the table, looked at my pile of garden zucchini on the counter, and immediately marked the page for later! My lemony zucchini arugula pesto is great as a dip or a spread! Continue reading →

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Posted in Appetizer, Condiments and Spreads, Quick and Easy

Tagged Arugula, Cheese, Garlic, Lemon, Nuts, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian, Zucchini

Peach Basil Pizza with Balsamic Drizzle

Posted on August 7, 2017 | 8 comments

This pizza is one of my favorites. Pizza is on regular rotation at my house, and it is always something special, like this peach basil pizza with balsamic drizzle. It is loaded with fresh summer flavors; we simply can’t get enough! I love to incorporate fresh seasonal ingredients on pizza. The peach is juicy and along with the balsamic drizzle, there is plenty of moisture so you don’t need any sauce. Top with melty cheese and some fresh herbs, you’ll be eating it all summer long! Continue reading →

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Posted in Pizza, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Balsamic, Blue cheese, Herbs, Peaches, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian, Whole grain

Chipotle Cauliflower Hummus Tacos with Cumin Slaw

Posted on July 17, 2017 | 16 comments

One of the most fun things about recipe development is taking a recipe you love, and adapting it. Sometimes it’s about making it healthier, or adapting it to fit different diets. If you read here often, you know how much I love fish tacos. However, a lot of readers here are not looking for fish based recipes (I don’t post many). Therefore, I created chipotle cauliflower hummus tacos with cumin slaw to be vegan, and just as delicious! Continue reading →

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Posted in Mexican, Quick and Easy, Tacos, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Adobo Sauce, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Chipotle, Hummus, Quick and Easy, Tortillas, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole grain

Quick Edamame Corn Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Posted on July 13, 2017 | 28 comments

Disclosure: “I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.”

Do you ever find yourself in need of a light meal or side dish for a gathering, and you need it in a hurry? I make this quick edamame corn salad with apple cider vinaigrette regularly because it comes together so quickly. It’s also really convenient because the ingredients are easy to keep on hand for those oh-shoot moments when you realize you forgot all about your sister’s cookout! Continue reading →

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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Recipe Redux, Salad, Side Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Beans, Edamame, Garlic, Herbs, Peas, Quick and Easy, Sweet Corn, Vegan, Vegetarian

Gouda Grilled Cheese with Apricot Ginger Spread

Posted on July 10, 2017 | 14 comments

Disclaimer: “I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.”

My parents taught me how to make a grilled cheese sandwich at a very young age. They encouraged me to cook as a kid, and maybe that’s why I enjoy it so much today – it takes me back to my youth. Back then, my grilled cheese sandwiches were simply made with cheddar, but this Gouda grilled cheese with apricot ginger spread is a delicious adult take on the simple and convenient grilled cheese sandwich. Continue reading →

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Posted in Dinner, Quick and Easy, Recipe Redux, Sandwich, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Apricot, Bread, Cheese, Ginger, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian

Total Solar Eclipse Tostadas and a Giveaway

Posted on July 5, 2017 | 12 comments

Have you started making plans for the total solar eclipse yet? I am lucky enough to live in southern Illinois, the only place in the world to experience totality (the greatest duration)! It is so exciting to watch the hustle and bustle of town preparing for 50,000 (+) tourists interested in seeing this spectacular event on August 21st. I decided to bring the eclipse to my blog by making eclipse themed food, and finding a local giveaway for my readers! My total solar eclipse tostadas recipe has a dark moon (refried black beans) over the sun (tomato and corn salsa). For the giveaway, you have the chance to win a southern Illinois total solar eclipse t-shirt and eclipse viewing glasses (See photos and contest entry below)! Continue reading →

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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Mexican, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Beans, Cheese, Garlic, Peppers, Quick and Easy, Sour Cream, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Tortillas, Vegetarian

Broccoli Salad with Creamy Lemon Caper Dressing

Posted on July 3, 2017 | 12 comments

Happy 4th of July friends! Today I am bringing you a cool, creamy and healthy salad to help you celebrate the holiday. If you don’t already have a go-to simple salad recipe to bring to cookouts and gatherings, I highly recommend that you try this broccoli salad with creamy lemon caper dressing. It is easy to put together with relatively few ingredients. The creamy dressing is super indulgent, while the salad ingredients are healthy and wholesome! Continue reading →

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Posted in Appetizer, Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Beans, Broccoli, capers, Carrots, Lemon, Sunflower seeds

Grilled Clam Stuffed Mushrooms with Tomato Relish

Posted on June 29, 2017 | 14 comments

I have a gigantic collection of cooking magazines that I have collected over the years. I’m pretty serious about my collection as well. My magazines are filed away according to the month published. When ever I need some recipe inspiration, or want to do some light reading I go find this months file. I tab all my favorite ideas so they are easy to find, but sometimes I will reread the magazine and see how my tastes have changed since I first tabbed it. Recently I did this and came across a stuffed mushroom recipe with a red pepper relish. I couldn’t believe that I hadn’t tabbed that recipe! I instantly wrote up my own variation and dubbed it worthy of a grill out night. And thus, grilled clam stuffed mushrooms with tomato relish was born. Continue reading →

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Posted in Dinner, Fish and Seafood, Quick and Easy

Tagged Beans, Cheese, Cucumber, Garlic, Herbs, Lemon, Mushrooms, Quick and Easy, Seafood, Tomatoes

Chipotle Baked Fish Tacos with Pico Slaw

Posted on June 16, 2017 | 16 comments

As a pescatarian, I eat lots and lots of vegetarian meals, with a few fish or seafood meals thrown in for good measure. I am weird and LOVE eating fish. At home, we eat it about once a week. This being said, can you believe that I haven’t posted a fish recipe since I posted Smoked Trout Fish Cakes in October??? Crazy, I know. Well I’ve got a few more coming your way. I have been working on fish tacos recently, and this chipotle baked fish tacos with pico slaw is definitely a fun ad healthy way to enjoy some fish! Continue reading →

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Posted in Fish and Seafood, Mexican, Quick and Easy, Tacos

Tagged Fish, Peppers, Quick and Easy, Red cabbage, Tomatoes, Tortillas

Spicy Cauliflower Swiss Chard Pesto Pasta

Posted on June 12, 2017 | 18 comments

Leafy greens are one of the hardest foods for me to consume regularly. Spinach and kale are the easy ones. I devour kale salads when I bother to make them, and I try to mix spinach into dishes like quesadillas or lasagna. I mixed chard into enchiladas before, but I was inspired by Joanne@Eats Well with Others to try a pesto! This spicy cauliflower Swiss chard pesto pasta recipe was amazing! Seriously, I surprised myself with how much I loved it, and I found a new way to enjoy more leafy greens like chard. Continue reading →

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Posted in Pasta, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Cauliflower, Chard, Garlic, Noodles, Parmesan, Quick and Easy

Category Archives: Quick and Easy

Lemony Zucchini Arugula Pesto

Peach Basil Pizza with Balsamic Drizzle

Chipotle Cauliflower Hummus Tacos with Cumin Slaw

Quick Edamame Corn Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Disclosure: “I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.”

Gouda Grilled Cheese with Apricot Ginger Spread

Disclaimer: “I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.”

Total Solar Eclipse Tostadas and a Giveaway

Broccoli Salad with Creamy Lemon Caper Dressing

Grilled Clam Stuffed Mushrooms with Tomato Relish

Chipotle Baked Fish Tacos with Pico Slaw

Spicy Cauliflower Swiss Chard Pesto Pasta

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Category Archives: Quick and Easy

Disclosure: “I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.”

Disclaimer: “I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.”

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