This healthy summer farro recipe is a serious crowd-pleaser and the presentation is impressive. Nutty farro, juicy blueberries, perfectly sweet summer corn and spiced grilled chicken work together perfectly for a simple and vibrant dinner. I'm entering my summer salad lifestyle, anyone else care to join? If you're a new reader, this is sort … [Read more...] about Blueberry Corn Farro with Grilled Chicken
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Healthyish Camping Menu + Shopping List
In this post I'll share my family's go-to camping weekend menu including breakfasts, a lunch, dinners and snacks. These meals are easy to prep ahead of time for less work at the campground. And of course there's a few treats! You'll also find a good balance of protein and fiber including a variety of fruits and veggies too. It's camping … [Read more...] about Healthyish Camping Menu + Shopping List
15 Best Healthyish Spring Recipes
All of the best healthyish spring recipes you should add to your line-up this month! In this roundup you'll find a little bit of everything: breakfasts and snacks, easy spring dinners and even a seasonal cocktail. Spring is quite possibly the most inspiring time to be a home cook. After months of short days, colder weather and limited fresh … [Read more...] about 15 Best Healthyish Spring Recipes
Crispy Salmon Roll Bowls
Crispy salmon roll bowls are a vibrant and healthyish 30-minute meal that everyone in my house loves! This is a "build-your-own" situation so set out the toppings and let each person go wild. I've said it before and I'll say it again, we love a good "bowl" meal in my house! Basically anything that involves a base of rice (or another grain) + … [Read more...] about Crispy Salmon Roll Bowls
Chicken and Sweet Potato Protein Bowls
This high protein bowl is inspired by the Thai coconut salad from Modern Market. It's veggie-packed with lot's of texture and a creamy peanut mango dressing that's so good you'll want to eat it with a spoon. Why I'm Obsessed with this Recipe If there's one type of meal I never tire of, it's a loaded grain bowl. A grain bowl is like a … [Read more...] about Chicken and Sweet Potato Protein Bowls
A Great Big Gift Guide for 2025
This year I decided to do something a little bit different with gift guides. Instead of my food and drink themed guide (see last year), I pivoted to share a series of favorite things lists. I have to admit, these were so fun to put together! I realized that I just do not have an unlimited list of kitchen tools and gadgets to share about each … [Read more...] about A Great Big Gift Guide for 2025
Balsamic Honey Brussels Sprouts
These perfectly roasted Brussels sprouts are finished with a sweet and punchy balsamic honey sauce. Every single layer is bursting with flavor! This is a fresh and beautiful Thanksgiving vegetable side dish that everyone will love. Ok I've eaten a lot of Brussels sprouts in my life and I have to say, this is an instant classic. In a world of … [Read more...] about Balsamic Honey Brussels Sprouts
Pumpkin Gouda Mac and Cheese
This stovetop pumpkin gouda mac and cheese is worthy of your holiday tables without the fuss (no roux and no baking required!). It goes from start to finish in less than 30 minutes and the addition of pumpkin adds a vegetable that goes basically undetected (shhh!). Crunchy garlic herb breadcrumbs add the perfect textural contrast. I love a … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Gouda Mac and Cheese
Bourbon Apple Cider
This bourbon apple cider cocktail is an absolute stunner! It makes a beautiful signature cocktail at Thanksgiving or other fall gatherings. Hello, November in a glass! If you're a fan of festive drinks, you will absolutely want to make this your autumn house signature. The classic flavor pairing of bourbon and apple cider is elevated with … [Read more...] about Bourbon Apple Cider
The Thanksgiving Salad
The Thanksgiving Salad will be an iconic addition to your holiday tables featuring hearty kale, roasted squash, juicy pears and a hot honey infused toasted pecan vinaigrette. It's a vibrant, showstopper of a side dish and will leave your dinner guests asking for the recipe! Thanksgiving hot take: you need a really great salad as part of your … [Read more...] about The Thanksgiving Salad
Healthyish Snack Ideas for the Whole Family
Snacks! As a registered dietitian this is probably the topic that I get asked about most often in this current stage of life. What kinds of snacks are you giving your kids? We're in snack rut, what are your current favorites? What are some actually good and healthyish "grown-up" snacks? In this post I'll cover all of that and more. Heads up … [Read more...] about Healthyish Snack Ideas for the Whole Family