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Quick Collard Greens

Slow cooked collards may be traditional, but this speedy method yields tender greens with a hint of crispness around the edges. The mild flavor and natural sweetness of leeks balance the bitter greens for a wholesome match made in heaven. Serve as a versatile veggie side dish or in place of a green salad.   …

3-Ingredient Teriyaki Brussels Sprouts & Lentil Stir Fry

Inspired by a Trader Joe’s shortcut recipe butย using ingredients anyone can find, this protein-rich, plant-based meal is a dream on a busy night. Enjoy it as is or use the recipe as a framework and customize to taste.       You may have read one of my recent mentions about my older son. He’s…

Andouille, Lentil & Vegetable Stew

The dump-and-cook approach makes this healthy and hearty soup extra easy to prepare ๏ผ and the flavor might just make it a new family favorite!ย Easily adapted forย vegan diets too.ย    Who in your household does the weekly food shopping? If itโ€™s you, what type of grocery shopper are you? Where do you go to check…

Air Fryer Salmon Bites (with broiler method)

Buttery, tender salmon with seared edges and incredible flavor is incredibly easy to makeโ€”in less than 15 minutes, start to finish!  Note: This post contains lots of servings options for the salmon bites, which will provide you with countless deliciously easy meals in short order. The mix-and-match opportunities are truly endless! Every month, I teach cooking classes…

Portobello Mushroom Burgers (Roasted or Grilled)

You donโ€™t have to give up beef to love these portobello burgers. A 3-ingredient marinade creates incredible flavor, and theyโ€™re simple to cook in the oven or on the grill. You donโ€™t have to give up beef to love these portobello burgers. Theyโ€™re tender, meaty, incredibly satisfying. A simple, three-ingredient marinade heightens the mushroomsโ€™ natural…

Salsa Verde Chicken (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)

Quick to prep and brimming with flavor, this endlessly versatile chicken can be served over rice, in tacos or enchiladas, and can be customized with a variety of toppings. This is on my list of easy meals that defy expectationsโ€”and we can never have too many of those!    Looks can be deceiving. Case in…

Salsa Simmered Halibut (or other white fish)

Your choice of fish simmers to tender perfection for a super speedy meal that’s bursting with flavor. The easy sauce can be customized in a surprisingly simple way, making this meal a favorite with adults and kids alike.  A reader recently mentioned that he’d like to incorporate more fish into his weeknight repertoire but lacks creative, family friendly ways to…

The Staycation Burger (a deliciously simple pork burger with options)

One bite of these easy-to-make patties could make you rethink your usual burger. The base recipe has become regular weeknight fare in our house, and the optional pineapple onion jam offers a restaurant-worthy upgrade. (And don’t miss the clever burger-making tip!) When we think of burgers, the traditional beef patty likely comes to mind. Or…

Miso Salmon

Make restaurant-quality Miso Salmon at home! This easy recipe features an irresistible miso-honey glaze that quickly broils to caramelized perfection. A healthy, delicious weeknight win. This restaurant-quality Miso Salmon is totally worthy of special guests but it can also be an incredibly easy weeknight win. In other words, it’s quick and easy yet tastes like…

Parmesan Baked Flounder with Lemon Dill Sauce

Lemon, garlic, and a crispy crumb topping turn mild flounder into a dinnertime superstar. Easy enough for weeknight meals yet special enough for company.   The roots of this recipe lie in a quick weeknight meal I made often as a young mom. Itโ€™s also the dish I credit with making fish lovers out of my…

Pizza Chicken

The flavor of pizza adds excitement to this family friendly chicken dinner โ€“ and just like regular pizza, you can choose your toppings!    If you’ve been following this blog for a little while, you are likely familiar with Grace and Evie. They are my much-loved nieces and have spent many hours in my kitchen,…

Sushi Stacks

Layered with shrimp, cucumber, avocado, and rice, and then drizzled with spicy mayo, these easy sushi stacks are fun to make and will satisfy your sushi craving!    To say I am excited about todayโ€™s recipe is an understatement. Itโ€™s a fun family favorite for sure, but itโ€™s also the first in my new kids cooking video…

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