Spicy Turkey & Winter Squash Chili
When there's a mixture of rain and snow coming down outside, there's nothing cozier than a big bowl of spicy turkey chili! The internet has thousands of chili recipes. I get it. But I've missed sharing recipes with you (other than a few over on Insta), and this one really hit the spot today. This
chili is my own simplified version with fewer ingredients and minimal cook time. While I love and appreciate elaborate cooking that takes time and care, I've found simple recipes ar
5 Delicious Ways to Eat Seeds
I received free samples from 88 Acres, but all opinions in this post are my own. There are few things I enjoy more in life than cooking and sharing delicious, nourishing meals with others. Back when I was a dietetic intern a family hired me to cook meals every week in their home. The Garrett family had two kids with one on the way, and on top of that they discovered their son had multiple food allergies. The two year old had to avoid soy, sesame, fish, shellfish, chickpeas, a
Strawberry Chocolate Crunch Bars (gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free option)
Hi guys! Needless to say it has been A WHILE! I haven't posted a recipe in a long time and it has been the break I needed. Life has been challenging the last several months and I found myself not being able to muster up any creative juices - both in the kitchen and on the blog. I'm slowly starting to get back into the groove of working on my business, and consistently cooking more meals at home. I haven't been in recipe "brainstorming" mode like I was for a while when I first
Gorgeous Heirloom Tomato Salad with Grilled Shrimp & Fresh Herbs
Hey, hey! Have you ever had one of those restaurant experiences where you ate the most amazing dish and keep thinking about it? That happened to me while I was visiting New Orleans for a conference in May. I traveled with my friend, Amari, and we skipped the conference food to explore and experience the local food scene. After a few days of rich NOLA meals we were both craving veggies and headed to Willa Jean for lunch one day. The restaurant itself is bright and charming ins
Red Lentil Pasta with Lemony Sunflower Seed Pesto (dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan)
Hey, and happy Monday! Can you believe it's July already? What fun adventures are you up to this summer? I want to share a few photos from a hike I went on this weekend to Matthiessen State Park with my friend Hannah. I've been to Starved Rock quite a few times since I was a kid, but this was my first trip to Matthiessen. If you live in Illinois and haven't been it's a must see! Check out the beautiful water fall and lush scenery. The fresh air and exercise was just what I ne
Indian Spiced Turkey Nourish Bowl (dairy-free, gluten-free)
This nourish bowl is inspired by traditional elements in Indian cuisine - spicy meat, cool & crunchy veggies, and a creamy "yogurt&
No-Bake Chocolate Cashew Butter Bars (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan)
Since I have to follow a restrictive diet myself I enjoy developing recipes with alternate ingredients friendly for a variety of eating patterns. Helping families manage food allergies or Celiac Disease with ingredient swaps and healthful cooking techniques has been one of the most rewarding ways I've worked with clients. On a personal level I've been eating gluten-free for nearly 10 years! By getting creative in the kitchen and adapting recipes I've discovered food can still
Crunchy Asian Quinoa Salad with Creamy Cashew Dressing (dairy-free, gluten-free)
If you haven't noticed by all the recipes on this blog - I love quinoa. It's one of my ultimate pantry staples because it's nutritious and versatile in cooking. Have you ever cooked with quinoa? It's a gluten-free, high protein grain packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals. I love how it cooks up quickly in about 10-12 minutes on the stove top. Any quinoa newbies can check out these quinoa cooking tips from my friends over at WellSeek. Quinoa can be used in a variety of dish
Italian Beef, Quinoa & Kale Skillet (gluten-free, dairy-free)
I think my system is in a little bit of shock with the cold, snowy weather we've had the last few days. I head to Phoenix this weekend and can't wait to get there - the weather is in the 90's! Until then, I can't help but crave hearty meals to warm me up. Today I'm sharing an Italian Beef, Quinoa & Kale Skillet we are enjoying this week for dinner. It's made (almost) in one pot - you'll simply need to steam the quinoa while you get everything else going on the stove. This dis
Lemony Chicken & Quinoa Soup (gluten-free)
When I put on a big pot of soup to cook it's because I want to eat something warm, hearty and comforting. I'm one of those rare people who enjoys eating soup year round, even in the middle of summer. Weather is in great flux this time of year and Chicago is experiencing days of spring-like weather and then drops in temp, so I want soup that's comforting, but a little on the lighter side. The lemon + chicken + Italian seasoning in the soup remind me of the flavors you'd find i
