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Taco Bowls

Tacos are one of my favorite foods – there are so many ways to customize them and change the flavor profile. I mean, you have beef, chicken, pork, crunchy, soft, spicy..the list goes on and on. And that is before I even start talking about toppings – onions, cilantro, salsa, avocado, cheese..well you get theContinue reading “Taco Bowls”

Lemony Asparagus Linguine

Nothing is better than a bowl of pasta, especially after a long day. But pasta always has me feeling heavy. It doesn’t have to be that way though! This dish is perfect for when you want pasta but also want something light and fresh. The asparagus adds a nice crunch and a vibrant green color,Continue reading “Lemony Asparagus Linguine”

Coconut Lime Chicken Bowls

I wanted something simple but flavorful and something to pretend I was not in rainy Washington State! I had a bunch of limes and coconut milk and decided to try marinating the chicken over night and then cooking the rice in the leftover marinade. It turned out better than I could have imagined! I alsoContinue reading “Coconut Lime Chicken Bowls”

Hanger Steak and Fingerling Mash

I have to confess, I had never heard of Hanger steak before a few weeks ago. I went to the grocery store, and while browsing the meat section I stumbled upon it. Out of curiosity, I asked the butcher what it was and he told me its one of the best cuts of meat andContinue reading “Hanger Steak and Fingerling Mash”

Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce with Gnocchi

Looking for a warm, creamy dish that just happens to pack some serious vegetables? This sauce is made with butternut squash and will fool even the pickiest eaters – seriously it is that good! The squash has a slightly sweet flavor to it, so you won’t believe you are eating veggies. I have also managedContinue reading “Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce with Gnocchi”

6 Cheese Grilled Cheese

Grilled Cheese is probably one of the most well-known comfort foods around. This grilled cheese was created from the leftovers of a cheese board! I wanted a more ~upscale~ version of a childhood favorite! I remember eating grilled cheese and tomato soup with my mom during snow days and it being the best thing inContinue reading “6 Cheese Grilled Cheese”

Veggie Ramen Stir Fry

Looking for a way to upgrade your ramen? Or wanting chinese food without wanting to order out? Or just looking for a delicious, veggie packed meal? Whatever the reason, this dish has you covered! Ramen is okay on its own, but I’ve always felt it is lacking something more. This recipe ditches the ramen seasoningContinue reading “Veggie Ramen Stir Fry”

Blistered Tomato Shrimp

Shrimp – so delicious, so easy, so versatile. This dish came to light because I had some shrimp I needed to use and some cherry tomatoes that were about to see better days. I didn’t really plan this dish, just kept finding items in the fridge to clean out and all of a sudden thisContinue reading “Blistered Tomato Shrimp”

Better Than Take-Out Chicken Tenders

Let’s be real, you are never to old to enjoy chicken tenders! They remind us of simpler times with no responsibilities. I love a good tender, especially dunked in the right sauce. These tenders will have you rethinking why you dig out the slightly freezer burned ones. These are way better and don’t take muchContinue reading “Better Than Take-Out Chicken Tenders”

Filet Mignon with Mushroom Sauce

Filet Mignon is my favorite cut of steak. It gets a bad wrap though for not being flavorful enough due to the lack of fat in the cut. While I might agree on some points, the filet is one of the most tender cuts and if prepared correctly can actually be very flavorful! This recipeContinue reading “Filet Mignon with Mushroom Sauce”