Make-Ahead Recipes
Succotash Salad
Succotash Salad is fresh, simple summer eating at its best. The simplicity of the โdressingโโreally just a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemonโallows the flavors of the seasonal produce to shine. Leftovers make a great lunch! If my sister had the first turn in a round of word association that opened with…
Shakshuka with Grains & Greens
In this twist on the traditional dish, hearty whole grains and nutrient dense greens are added to the saucy eggs for a convenient, all-in-one meal that tastes great leftover too. Shakshuka sounds complicated, but it’s really quite simple. Pronounced โshahk-SHOO-kah,โ this saucy, vegetarian meal is pantry cooking at its best. I appreciate meals…
2-Ingredient No-Cook Chia Jam
2-Ingredient No-Cook Chia Jamย is a sugar- and syrup-free alternative to the ever-popular chia jam! As I share recipes from week to week, I have a pretty good sense that speedy dinners with readily available seasonal ingredients will likely be well received and cooked often. ย Who doesn’t need another easy, healthy meal to add to the…
PB&J Breakfast Chia Pudding
An option to overnight oats, healthy, prep-ahead PB&J Chia Pudding is surprisingly delicious and satisfying. Feel free to use your favorite jam in place of the chia jam recipe and customize with your favorite fruits and toppings. Cha-cha-cha chia! 🎶🎵 I know what some of you are thinking. Pudding made from chia seeds? Maybe…
My Favorite Broccoli Salad
Perfect for a potluck, casual entertaining, or a satisfying lunch, this tried-and-true rendition of the classic broccoli salad can be assembled in advance in minimal time and varied according to preference. Timing is everything. Just as I was considering a tie-breaking coin toss to solve the recipe indecisiveness that overcame me this week,…
Strawberry Granitas
Sweet, melt-in-your-mouth granitas can be made with a variety of seasonal fruits for a refreshingly light dessert or snack all summer long. Start with this simple recipe for Strawberry Granitas and customize to taste with a variety of options. No fancy equipment needed! My husband and I hosted a big cookout over Memorial Day weekend.…
One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies
One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies provides filling protein and a hearty serving of colorful vegetables for a speedy, flavor-packed weeknight meal! What do your food habits say about you? I recently read an unscientific but altogether amusing article written by Phil Mutz that assessed what peopleโs eating habits revealed about their personality. Slow eaters, for…
Easy Zucchini & Ground Beef Dinner
Six basic ingredients form the foundation of this one-skillet meal, which comes together quickly for a family-friendly dinner on even the busiest of weeknights. Follow the basic recipe or customize Easy Zucchini & Ground Beef Dinner to tasteโand hope for leftovers because they improve with age! When my husband and I planned a quick family…
Slow-Baked Roasted Broccoli Frittata
Creamy eggs meet caramelized veggies in this Slow-Baked Roasted Broccoli Frittata for a flavor-packed meatless meal that satisfies any time of day! When preparing a frittata, I generally lean towards adding some form of meat. A small amount of bacon, ham, or prosciutto ratchets up the flavor quite nicely. Recently, however, I’ve been returning to this…
One Pot Stovetop Chicken & Rice
One Pot Stovetop Chicken & Rice is creamy comfort food thatโs a breeze to whip up! For complementary color and flavor, I like to serve sliced tomatoes or a simple salad on the side. If I were to choose one dish that instantly transports me to my childhood dinner table, it would be my momโs…
5-Ingredient Very Berry Smoothie (and make-ahead smoothie packs)
Loaded with filling protein, healthy fats, and a hearty dose of fruit (and optional veggie), this 5-ingredient very berry smoothie checks all the metaphorical boxesโand tastes great, too. For grab-and-go convenience, smoothie packs can be quickly assembled and stored in the freezer. For years, my childhood friend Christine and I would occasionally grab a…
Maple Flax Breakfast Cake
Bursting with health appeal, flavor, and convenience, Maple Flax Breakfast Cakes are a twist on a reader-favorite mug muffinโand a personal go-to breakfast that Iโve enjoyed countless times.ย Several years ago, a reader request inspired me to share a simple mug muffin that I frequently whip up to start my day. (Full disclosure: Although it’s…
