Weeknight Favorite Recipes
Unstuffed Pepper Skillet Dinner
Looking for more simple but satisfying weeknight dinners? This family-friendly, one-pan meal brings all the great flavors of the traditional preparation with a fraction of the work. (Dare I say you may even like it better!) Who can resist a satisfying, all-in-one meal? The convenience is undeniable and, in this case, the flavor replicates…
Matcha Smoothie
A deliciously filling meal replacement that’s loaded with superfoods and quality protein๏ผplus it’s perfectly sweet but the sugars are kept in check. You don’t need to like matcha to love this smoothie! 💚 You may THINK youโre not a matcha fan, or perhaps youโve never tried it. (But stay with me!) This vibrantly green smoothie…
Budget Sushi Bowls (with canned tuna)
Eating well on a shoestring budget is easy with these flavor-packed bowls, which conveniently rely on canned tuna. Perfect for a speedy weeknight meal or packable lunch! ย 🍚🥢 Don’t you love it when an easy meal is greeted as though you slaved away for hours? In our house, this is that sort of…
Make-Ahead Savory Breakfast Bowls
Simple meal-prep is rewarded with wholesome, grab-and-go meals for the week, which can customized and topped to taste. Theyโre equally satisfying as a packable lunch or easy dinner, too. For the first time ever, my older son John has to fend for himself for every single meal โ in a new city with no…
Tomato and Seared Garbanzo Salad
Garden fresh tomatoes meet the humble can of beans in this healthy, protein-rich salad. Two additional pantry items supply unparalleled flavor with ease.🍅 Schools may be back in session and pools may have closed for the year, but salad season hasnโt officially ended! Besides, tomatoes are still at their prime๏ผI seem to pick…
Crustless Zucchini Pie
Similar to a quiche and loaded with veggies, Crustless Zucchini Pie can be served as a delightful meatless meal or a side dish to your favorite protein. (Leftovers improve with age!) Have you ever had an โImpossible Pie?โ The name refers to certain recipes that were printed on the back or side of the Bisquick…
Martha Stewart’s One-Pan Pasta (and some riffs on the basic recipe)
This all-in-one meal is a versatile weeknight godsend! Once the water boils, the cooking time is a quick 9 minutes. (And there’s a spot-on gluten-free option for those who need it!) Have you ever tried Martha Stewart’s one-pan pasta recipe? The all-in-one meal is a gift on a busy weeknight, for sure. Though…
Super Crunchy Oven Fried Drumsticks
Crispy, crunchy, and no fryer needed! Perfect for picnics, tailgating, kidsโ parties, family dinners, packed lunches, and more. May be served warm, cold or room temperature๏ผand note the helpful advance prep tips. There’s something so satisfying about biting into a crunchy piece of fried chicken. (As I type, my mouth is literally watering at the…
Green Goddess White Bean & Artichoke Dip (great as a sandwich spread, too)
Protein-rich and loaded with fresh flavor, this versatile dip tastes equally fabulous in a sandwich or wrap. Think of it as an easy alternative to hummus๏ผand don’t miss the short list of creative ways to enjoy it! Inspiration for this recipe came from a Better Homes & Gardens magazine I was flipping through on a…
Summer Garden Jumble
A no-cook, plant-based meal that’s nutrient-rich and endlessly customizable. Store in the fridge and simply scoop when hungry! The best thing about this hearty salad (besides being easy, healthy, fresh and flavorful!) is that you can store it in the refrigerator for convenient scooping throughout theย week. Or it can be enjoyed as a once-and-done, no-cook…
Cheater Shrimp Ceviche (no raw seafood!)
A wholesome and refreshing appetizer or light meal, this easy-to-make Shrimp Ceviche recipe incorporates a blend of citrus to hit all the right flavor notes…and no raw seafood! Is it “se-vish” or “se-vish-ay”โฆor “seh-vee-chay?” When the mercury is soaring and you serve this light, refreshing dish, Iโd venture to say nobody will care how you…
Meadow Tea
This Lancaster County staple is summer in an ice-cold glass. Crisp, clean, minty and utterly refreshing, it’s also the perfect way to use an abundance of mint. If Lancaster County had an official summer drink, it would surely be Meadow Tea. For years I threatened to rip out the mint that has a way…
