I have always loved Caesar Salad, but recently, I have been taking classic Caesar Salad and giving it a modern twist to create an Avocado Caesar Salad. Before you take a look at the photo and think that the salad doesn’t have any avocado – the secret is that it is in the dressing! Let (read more)
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The Best Turkey Sandwich
There is such satisfaction in having a simple meal that is executed perfectly. Turkey sandwiches have been a staple of my diet for years, and after lots of practice, I have learned how to make the best turkey sandwich. I started to make this sandwich when I was in college, and have worked to perfect (read more)
Summer Salads from Wendy’s
I have been focused on eating more salads this summer. It’s part of my effort to eat better and incorporate more vegetables into my diet. Recently I teamed up with Wendy’s to learn about their salads – and I was seriously impressed. It’s easy to be skeptical of salads from a fast food restaurant, but (read more)
Shopska Salad (Balkan Salad)
I think that I ate Shopska Salad (also known as Balkan Salad) nearly every day while I was in the Balkans. I first discovered it in Serbia, and I loved how light and refreshing it is in comparison to the large portions of hearty meats served in Serbia. The salad is filled with fresh seasonal (read more)
My Favorite Grilled Cheese Recipes
Some people view April 1st as April Fools Day, but I like to think of it as the kickoff of National Grilled Cheese Month! To help you celebrate, I am sharing my favorite grilled cheese recipes so that you can spend the month indulging because let’s face it, cheese and carbs are the best food groups. (read more)
Chicken and Vegetable Hand Pies
Today is Pi Day! I just love this fake holiday. Even though the date 3.14 is a reference to the mathematical pi, I think it is fun that people celebrate by eating pie! Instead of making a dessert pie, I thought I would share a recipe for a savory pie! These Chicken and Vegetable Hand (read more)
Chicken and Fried Avocado Wrap
I dreamed up the recipe for this Chicken and Fried Avocado Wrap during a Flywheel class. Um yes… I spent a considerable about of time thinking about food during spin class. Don’t judge! I came up with this recipe because I was craving a meal with fresh flavors and lots of vegetables. I also wanted (read more)
Buffalo Chicken Calzone
Something happened when I moved to the Midwest and I have become obsessed with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. I will even put them on my pizza… which inspired this recipe for a massive family style, Buffalo Chicken Calzone! It is a recipe that requires few ingredients and just a few minutes of preparation time. (read more)
Brussels Sprout and Apple Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
My sister Kelly is obsessed with this brussels sprout and apple salad. She made a massive batch for Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve because she wanted to add something fresh and healthy to the menu. I thought that the salad could use a little oomph, so I added two of my favorite ingredients: cheddar cheese and (read more)
Chicken Taco Salad
Oh, January. The month when everyone tries to workout and eat healthy to make up for the fact that we indulged over the holidays. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring. Say no to sad salads. Make this delicious taco salad instead. It’s loaded with veggies and protein and it’s definitely not boring. It’s something (read more)