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(PHOTO FROM THE BAREFOOT CONTESSA)…recipe from me đŸ™‚ Ingredients 4 Italian Turkey Sausage (I use Shady Brook) 1 T Olive Oil 2 cups diced yellow onion 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced celery 2 cloves minced garlic 3 T tomato paste 1 16-20 ounce can Cannellini Beans 32-48 ounces broth (I use Pacific Brand) […]

October 13, 2021

(RECIPE FROM THE MOVEMENT MENU) This roasted delicata squash salad is full of warm, fall flavors and is made with arugula, pomegranate, pistachios, and feta cheese. The 5 ingredient vinaigrette is both sweet and tangy and marries all of the salad ingredients together. It’s tender, easy to prep, and the most perfect beginning or side dish for […]

October 13, 2021

Classic combination of cherry tomatoes and olives along with salty feta. Makes a great appetizer that you can make in less than 20 minutes. I found this recipe years ago from the blog Smitten Kitchen. It’s super simple to throw together and usually, I have all these ingredients on hand already so it’s pretty much […]

July 3, 2021

This salad takes advantage of seasonal zucchini and basil in a refreshing side dish that takes about 5 minutes to prepare! 2 medium zucchini 1 lemon 2 T Olive Oil Parmigiano- Reggiano or Pecorino Romano 3-4 T Pine Nuts Fresh Basil thinly sliced Microgreens (optional) Directions Use a vegetable peeler to shave the zucchini into […]

July 3, 2021

This is one of my all-time favorite summer recipes for grilling! Full of flavor and healthy too! 8 Chicken Thighs Skinless Boneless 1 Lemon 2 cloves sliced Garlic 2 T Dijon Mustard 2-3 T Olive Oil 1 T Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos Black Pepper Bunch Fresh Herbs (Oregano, Thyme, or Rosemary are all equally […]

July 3, 2021

This super healthy Raspberry Cacao Smoothie Bowl is packed with anti-inflammatory and nutrient-rich ingredients. It makes a great breakfast or snack when you’re in the mood for something on the sweeter side! Ingredients: 1 Cup Frozen Organic Raspberries 1/3 c Low-Fat Coconut Milk 1/2 c Unsweetened Almond Milk 2 scoops Plant-based protein powder (I use […]

Raspberry Smoothie Bowl

May 4, 2021

This salad is a lovely way to get lots of seasonal produce into one meal! I used mixed baby greens with spinach and Swiss chard, but this would be equally as good with arugula as a substitute. Serve it with your favorite grilled protein over the top or over a bed of a whole grain […]

May 2, 2021

I stumbled upon this recipe sort of by accident years ago. It is inspired by a Giada DeLaurentiis recipe for halibut with a sauce she called “salsa verde”. The sauce reminds me of Argentinian Chimichurri with its delightful mix of tangy-salty-spicy flavors. In my opinion a little green sauce is always the right answer and […]

May 2, 2021

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