Healthy loaded HUMMUS nachos, anyone? Crunchy chickpea chips topped with organic fire roasted red peppers, black olives, chunks of avo & creamy dollops of hummus. Veggie, fiber & protein-packed – every bite is a party! I’ve had several requests for a healthy take on nachos. These are a high protein and fiber take on the […]

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with five-ingredient chocolate covered snickerdoodle hearts made with Simply Organic Cinnamon Spice. Whether you are single or in a relationship, Valentine’s day is all about celebrating the people you love. Nothing shows you love someone like home made chocolate covered HEARTS! These have a doughy center that is reminiscent of a snickerdoodle, […]

Galentine’s Day is for all women whether you’re in a relationship or single! Today I shared some delicious and festive food and drinks to celebrate the holiday with your best girlfriends. Pink Moscow Mule I shared ingredients for a delicious PINK Moscow mule, First you want to add 1.5 ounces of vodka and top it […]

Breakfast for dinner lovers, UNITE! I have always been a breakfast for dinner person. I am even known to order it when I’m at a restaurant for dinner (yes, I’m that person!). Eggs are my go-to protein source in a pinch because they are easy to prepare. While we usually associate them with breakfast, who’s […]

New week, new PIZZA made with in-season, nutrient-packed veggies . This pizza is simple to throw together on a weeknight. Instead of using marinara as the base, I’ve used HUMMUS made with chickpeas packed with fiber and plant protein for staying power. I shared these last Friday on CBS WTOC Mid-Morning Live and it was […]

Last Friday, I was a guest on CBS WTOC-TV Mid-Morning Live and shared warm winter dishes that will feed the family AND save time in the kitchen. Here are my tips: Easy weeknight dinner The slow cooker is an easy way to cook proteins with very little hands on time. I shared my Pulled Pork Taco […]

Fifteen minute lunches are my jam. Veggie packed and delicious are my two main criteria and these certainly fit the bill! Made with nutrient-rich kale, sweet potato and avocado – these meet your 2-3 servings of daily vegetables. Rounded out with melt-in-your-mouth, cheesy, crispy ARANCINI. Today on CBS WTOC-TV, I shared warm meals for winter […]

   This recipe was sponsored by Brummel & Brown. Cold weather can only mean one thing in my kitchen: WINTER SQUASH. Whether I am cooking spaghetti squash with pesto, pureeing butternut squash into velvety soups, or using delicata as a vehicle for proteins, I can assure you that it doesn’t go to waste! Every fall […]

Veggies for breakfast, yes please! Waffles are on everyone’s favorite breakfast list, but have you tried them savory? I am always exploring new ways to incorporate veggies into breakfast. Yes, they aren’t just for lunch and dinner! These are made with only four ingredients and require very little hands-on time. Enjoy waffles on a weekday […]

Formula for a dreamy, nutrient-packed lunch: whole grain quinoa, lots of veggies & lean protein cooked with a sweet and savory marinade. My go-to lunch on busy weekdays is always a combination of vegetables, whole grains and protein. Dressing, sauces and marinades are what complete the meal and give it flavor – this one was […]

I wouldn’t mind waking up to these fluffy vanilla protein pancakes every morning. Pancakes are a classic breakfast favorite and typically carbohydrate heavy. These are are packed with protein and fiber so they have plenty of staying power to carry you through the morning until lunchtime. They are also the perfect vehicle for bananas, granola and […]

2018 “Superfood” HEMP HEARTS are nutrient powerhouse and THE super food to incorporate in 2018. I shared Manitoba Harvest hemp foods which contain healthy fats including omega-3s and twice the protein of chia and flax seeds. They are incredibly versatile – you can add them to both sweet and savory dishes – including granola! As a dietitian, I […]

 Wake up to this WINTER yogurt breakfast bowl made with in-season fruit and a superfood granola. Granola is one of my favorite things to make in the oven. The combinations are endless and I love adding my new go-to “superfoods” to amp the nutritional profile and add fun flavors and textures. This one does not […]