This fall-inspired Warm Orzo Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for the cold winter months! Sweet caramelized butternut squash tossed with chewy orzo pasta, peppery arugula and a tangy maple dijon vinaigrette. Cozy, nourishing and easy to make! In my home, pasta salad is a year-round affair. This one […]
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Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Brussel Sprouts and Bacon
This Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Brussel Sprouts and Bacon is the easiest winter dinner. Shelf-stable gnocchi stays fluffy on the inside but crispy on the outside while the brussel sprouts and shallots caramelize with salty bacon bits. Sheet pan recipes have always been a go-to for me on busy nights. […]
Sweet Pepper and Sausage Pasta
This Sweet Pepper and Sausage Pasta is simple and hearty with Italian sausage, jammy bell peppers and caramelized onions. Dairy free and ready in 30 minutes. What you’ll need to make Sweet Pepper & Sausage Pasta Italian sausage: I like to use a mild Italian pork sausage but feel free […]
Spicy Almond Butter Noodles
All you need is 15 minutes and a few simple ingredients to make these Spicy Almond Butter Noodles! What you’ll need… Noodles: Any asian-style noodle will work here. I used wide Udon noodles because they’re chewy and hold up well in the sauce. You can also use fettuccine or another […]
Roasted Cauliflower & Fregola Salad
This Roasted Cauliflower and Fregola Salad recipe is packed with chewy fregola pasta, chickpeas, paprika-roasted cauliflower, dates and olives. Punchy, delicious and perfect as a hearty side dish or lighter main meal. What is fregola? I am so excited about this recipe because it stars one of my all time […]
Spinach Artichoke Orzo with Lemony Breadcrumbs
This easy Spinach Artichoke Orzo recipe is packed with nutritious baby spinach, marinated artichoke hearts and parmesan. Topped off with crunchy lemon zest breadcrumbs for a delicious one pot meal in just 30 minutes! I love all things spinach artichoke! This Spinach Artichoke Orzo recipe is one of my recents […]
Slow Roasted Tomato and Chickpea Pasta
This Slow Roasted Tomato and Chickpea Pasta is the most delicious hands-off dinner recipe! Sweet cherry tomatoes and chickpeas are baked with fresh herbs and aromatics until jammy and bursting. Tossed with your favorite pasta, lots of extra-virgin olive oil and basil for a flavor-packed, healthy meal in less than […]
One Pot Tuscan Pasta
This lighter One Pot Tuscan Pasta recipe is packed with flavor! Made in under 30 minutes using sun-dried tomatoes, ground chicken or turkey and fresh baby spinach. Optionally dairy free and so easy to make on any night of the week! I moved into a new apartment a few weeks […]
Caramelized Lemon Pasta
This creamy Caramelized Lemon Pasta is packed with fresh flavors and uses only a few simple ingredients! The silky sauce is made with a whole lemon (rind and all!) and takes just 20 minutes to prepare. Easily adapted for dairy-free and vegan. I am a huge fan of caramelized onions […]
Fresh Herb Chicken Noodle Soup
This Fresh Herb Chicken Noodle Soup recipe puts a flavorful twist on the classic. The chicken is simmered with a blend of aromatics until fall-apart tender and served in a healing broth with veggies and fat pasta noodles. It’s the best kind of meal: simple and healthy, yet so delicious! […]