Fruits and Vegetables Recipes

Corn and Cucumber Salad with Basil and Chives

Quite possibly the easiest summer salad with the biggest reward, this fresh-tasting bowl comes together in minutes and has been a favorite with readers-and my family-for years! Summertime cooking should be easy. Ideally, it should also be fresh, crisp, and flavorful. This salad is all of those things. It’s also the reason why I always…

Elderberry Iced Tea

Thirst-quenching tea doubles as a refreshing home remedy thanks to elderberries and their natural ability to fight cold and flu viruses.         I’ve been taking a teaspoonful of homemade elderberry syrup before breakfast every morning for about a year now. I fear I will jinx myself by saying this (!), but I have…

Crunchy Chicken Wraps with Peanut Dressing

Crunchy slaw and protein-rich chicken are bathed in a peanutty dressing then rolled into a handy wrap in this Asian-inspired meal that is sure to become a family favorite. As an option, feel free to skip a step and serve the chicken and slaw as a hearty, healthy salad!   Biting through a soft tortilla…

The Best Vegan Caesar Salad

Hearty and healthy with flavor reminiscent of a 5-star restaurant, this vegan salad is sure to appeal to all types of diners. It may just become a menu staple at your house and is 100% worthy of company.   This might just be the salad of the summer, and for so many important reasons. Jenné…

Leafy Greens Pesto

Quite possibly the most versatile pesto ever, this simple recipe will make delicious use out of a variety of healthy greens and can be enjoyed in so many ways! I adore this pesto for so many reasons. Sure there’s the fact that homemade pesto really, really does taste so much better than store-bought. As always, I…

Seared Asparagus Ribbons with Butter and Soy

A clever method of cutting asparagus and a super simple sauce creates a memorable dish that, when served over rice, stands somewhere between comfort food and culinary bliss!   You’ve likely heard of the James Beard awards. The prestigious awards are given annually to recognize chefs, restaurateurs, authors, and journalists in the United States. But who is the…

One Pan Greek (or Italian) Chicken

A quick and easy skillet meal that relies on pantry staples, this flexible recipe is a gift on busy evenings and 100% worthy of company. A quick and easy dinner offers undeniable appeal. Serving a well-liked, stress-free meal at the end of a long day can feel like a small gift. (And we could all use…

One Pot Sausage, Cabbage & Potato Dinner

You may serve this satisfying, all-in-one meal with some crusty bread for mopping up the flavorful juices – or simply enjoy them with a spoon!  Simple yet sublime: Smoky sausage, creamy potatoes, sweet cabbage and colorful carrots are simmered in a simply seasoned broth for a one-pot meal that is deliciously easy and wholesomely satisfying.…

Kale Pesto Pizza

Inspired by a customer favorite at a local restaurant, this easy-to-make pie might just redefine your typical pizza night - and increase its frequency!   If you’ve been to The Fridge on the edge of the city of Lancaster, chances are good you’re a fan of their mushroom and kale pizza. (Or has dined with…

Kale Pesto

This versatile sauce adds flavor to a wide variety of basic ingredients, elevating simple meals with ease while adding vibrant color and healthy appeal.           What is the key is to pulling off healthy and delicious meals with ease? (Emphasis on the last two words!) It’s a question I frequently hear.…

Healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats

Chocolate for breakfast? This bowl of deliciousness provides all the health benefits of chocolate with none of the sugary downsides because it is 100% sweetened with whole fruit. As a bonus, a simple adjustment will accommodate a range of flavor preferences, from deep dark to sweet milk chocolate.❤️         Chocolate for breakfast…

Split Pea Soup with Ham

Wholesome, economical pantry ingredients combine with refrigerator staples in this hearty, comforting, slow cooked soup. Makes a big batch and freezes well too.   It’s funny how tastes change.  When I was little, the color and name alone were unappealing.  Now, I consider split pea soup to be a soul-warming comfort food and one of…

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