Simple Arugula Salad
Arugula is at its finest right now in the midwest and this simple salad recipe highlights its piquant flavor.
Tag: healthy
Italian Meatballs
Childhood favorite, college staple, and affordable family dinner … amp up your spaghetti with these homemade meatballs!
Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
A few substitutions transform traditional lasagne into a lighter, healthier dish. This recipe uses spaghetti squash, lean ground meat, fresh tomatoes and a light amount of cheese to satisfy your Italian cravings!
Summer Succotash
Succotash is a hearty and affordable combination of primarily corn and beans (usually lima beans) with origins credited to early Native Americans. Regional and seasonal variations have developed with additions of peppers, tomatoes, and other vegetables. A little bacon or ham never hurt either!
Bread Crumbs
All bread crumbs are not created equal. Learn the differences and how to make your own homemade bread crumbs for meatballs and other recipes!
Spinach and Basil Pesto
Do you ever wonder what was going through the mind of the person who decided to make a sauce from fresh basil leaves? I guess I can see someone saying “you know? we keep tearing up these leaves and adding it to our pasta … and we always use garlic and Parmesan cheese … a good drizzle of olive oil never hurt”. But then … “Oh! and hey! let’s throw in some nuts!”
Fried Rice
This vegetable Fried Rice recipe makes a simple, affordable meal with complex flavors. Scrambled eggs provide protein and a sweet-spicy sauce will satisfy that umami craving.
BBQ’s Best Friend: Coleslaw
I am a firm believer that coleslaw is BBQ’s best friend. No offense to baked beans, but coleslaw is that fresh, healthy(ish), light accompaniment that turns a hot dog, burger, or pulled-pork sandwich into a deliciously sloppy meal and gives leftovers new life. Have you …
Meatballs 101
Get the basic recipe and tips to turn your favorite flavors into delicious meatballs. Try this kid-friendly and versatile dish tonight!
Chunky Guacamole & Shrimp Salad
This might be the healthiest Mexican-style salad you’ve ever tried! All the goodness and freshness of guacamole plus perfectly seasoned shrimp and cool cottage cheese come together to make this easily customizable meal.