Grilled Lentil Salad
Hi friends! Sometimes the most delicious recipes come out of thin air. Case in point: grilled lentil salad. Last week my hubby and I were at a loss for what to have for dinner. I didn’t want to go to the grocery store because I had a full fridge. The problem was, I went to...
Thai Turkey Salad
Happy Friday!! Hope you are looking forward to a wonderful, relaxing weekend. I’ll be doing some work around the house, hanging out with some friends, and watching the Master’s. I love seeing all that bright green grass – makes me want to go kick some butt on the putt putt course! This salad is #1...
Spice Rubbed Tri Tip with Spicy Chimmichurri
Hi friends! This week has been long and I am ready for the weekend! Finally, it’s Friday! This weekend should be a good one too – St. Paddy’s Day AND Selection Sunday on the same day?! Guess I’ll be filling out my bracket with a big cup of Green…tea. Turns out St. Patrick’s Day is...
No Breadcrumb Turkey Meatballs with Chunky Tomato Sauce
Hey there! It seems like after a few years of lying a bit dormant, the low carb craze is back. I can’t tell you how many pictures are on my instagram/facebook feed/etc. of various Paleo meals. To be completely honest, I am not very clear on the rules of Paleo, but I know it limits...
Lightened Up Chicken Pot Pie
Hey! First things first…Happy Birthday MOM!!!! Hope you have a great day and wish I could be there to give you a big hug!! Or, make you this for dinner! Ok, back to the food… Do you ever notice that the term “comfort food” seems to only apply to things that are really, really, bad...
Greek Bulgur Salad
Why hello. Do you ever have one of those weeks where you’re never quite sure what day it is? For example, every day this week I have thought it was actually the next day. I was positive it was Wednesday on Tuesday. I did my Thursday gym routine on Wednesday (yes, I have different activities for each...
Linzer Stars
Oh heyyyyy, Isn’t Christmas season the best? You get to wear cozy (and sometimes sparkly!) clothes, drink cozy (and usually spiked!) drinks, and eat some delicious, decadent food without feeling the least bit guilty about it. It’s the holidays! Right??? These festive cookies are sure to put you in the holiday spirit and will bring a smile...
One Pot Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Hey there! Sometimes, weeknight dinners are tough. You get home from a long day of work and the last thing you want to do is open the fridge and see what’s doin’. Sometimes, spending hours over a cutting board, stove, or sink could not sound more…well, unappetizing. Luckily, this dish is nothing like that! This...
Lentil Soup with Sausage and Kale
Hey there! I made this recipe a couple days ago and I was so delicious I was telling everyone about it. When I told my dad about this flavorful, hearty, soup, he told me, “You know, I think you should change the name of your blog to Tara’s Kale Blog!” Hahaha Ok Dad, so maybe...
Baked Turkey Meatballs with Pumpkin BBQ dipping sauce
Oh Heyyy. Are you all candied out? I am! I stuck to the ol’ give one out, eat one, rule last night and while I enjoyed my Halloween binge immensely, I am paying for it today! Feeling in the mood for some good, clean, non-chocolate covered food! These turkey meatballs will make a perfect like supper...
Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Happy Halloween!!! Today I’m doing, “What I’m eating Wednesday” as I’ll be having this for dinner tonight! When I was a kid, every Halloween was the same routine. We’d get home from school and get ready in our costumes. My mom was pretty handy with a sewing machine and created some pretty awesome looks for...
Butternut squash and quinoa soup with kale pesto
Hey there! It’s been a rainy windy fall day today and nothing sounds better than a hot bowl of soup. I adore soup. Especially around this time of year. It’s so enjoyable to me to cozy up to the table with a steamy bowl of soup. Preferably in my coziest sweater holding the bowl so...
