Pastas, Side Dishes, and Salads

31 October, 2016

Bacon Wrapped Basil Stuffed Mushrooms

Kick off the holiday season in style with Bacon Wrapped Basil Stuffed Mushrooms. A couple of weeks ago, my husband and I went on vacation to the Florida Keys for a little rest and relaxation.  We went to a cozy spot...

12 October, 2016

Savory Butternut Squash Crisp

I find inspiration in so many different ways.  From recipes that I’ve already made and enjoy, from foods that are in season, or from dishes that I eat while traveling. I came up with this new recipe using a couple of...

31 August, 2016

Grilled Zucchini with Pea, Mint, and Ginger Pesto

All you need is a few ingredients and a few minutes to create this grilled zucchini with pea, mint, and ginger pesto.  Fantastic recipes sometimes happen by accident.  I was grilling some beautiful zucchini and wanted to add a sauce...

1 August, 2016

Massaged Mexican Kale Salad

Taco salads are probably one of my favorite meals.  I usually eat homemade taco salads are least twice per week but I could eat one everyday of my life.  One reason I make them as often as I do is...

23 June, 2016

Chilled Summer Gazpacho

A nutritious cold soup loaded with the fresh produce of summer.  This recipe came out of necessity.  With temperatures nearing 120 degrees here in Arizona I was in desperate need of some easy and delicious recipes that didn’t involve me...

21 May, 2016

Tostones with Red Pepper Dip

Small bites are perfect for trying many different tastes.  This months Recipe Redux challenge is to show my healthy take on small plates and finger foods.  It just so happens that I recently got back from an amazing trip to...

21 April, 2016

Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Sesame Dressing

Ever get in a lunch rut?  Surely you have met the “what shall I pack for lunch?” question.  This is the Recipe Redux theme for this month.  Sharing my healthy lunch recipe so that you all can add it to...

7 April, 2016

Carrot and Beet Cakes with Avocado Mash

When you live in a place like Arizona you don’t always look forward to summer.  The summers around here can get really hot which means more time spent inside during the heat of the day and very little can survive...