Simple Kale Salad
When I say simple kale salad, I mean it’s almost embarrassing just how simple it is. I make this for lunch a couple times a week, but it works great as a side dish too. There are just a handful of ingredients and I don’t …
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Giardiniera
Pronounced “jar-din-air-ah”, this recipe is the little condiment that could. Giardiniera is typically used as an antipasto, or on muffuletta and beef sandwiches. But this delicious, pickled condiment can be used in so many other ways. We like to chop it up and add it …
Watermelon Arugula Salad
When it’s hot out, nothing sounds better than ice cold watermelon. For a delicious lunch or to pair with any summer main dish, try this watermelon arugula salad. It’s sweet, spicy, tangy and salty…all the best flavors in one refreshing salad. Serves 4 Ingredients: Zest …
Chopped Salad
It’s a new year and that means we’re all working out and eating salads this month, right? Yes, I’m working out and yes, I’m eating salads but, I’m also eating leftover Christmas candy every day…can’t let it go to waste! Salads often get pretty boring …
Greek Panzanella
What’s better than a basic panzanella? Greek panzanella, of course! Homemade croutons soaked in a slightly sweet vinaigrette, fresh veggies from the farmer’s market, briny olives and salty feta cheese. This is great as a side dish but even better for an indulgent lunch. We …
Chicago Dogs
There is something so fun about a fully loaded hotdog! It’s messy, in a good way and full of flavor. Chicago dogs are by far my favorite loaded hotdog. A perfectly grilled hotdog with a cold crisp dill pickle, fresh tomato slices, sweet relish, tangy …
Shaved Asparagus Salad
If you’re looking for a simple, light Spring side dish, I’ve got you covered! This shaved asparagus salad is bright and crisp with a tart, lemon dressing and big chunks of salty feta…yum! Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus 2 cups sugar snap peas, sliced 1/4 cup …
Asparagus Soup
Spring has sprung and that means Spring vegetables! I love utilizing as many as possible, starting with this asparagus soup. It’s healthy, flavorful and best of all, really easy to make. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 large leek, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 …