I think we have a few breakthroughs with this one. 1. This was the first Thai dish I’ve made at home that really tastes authentic. And by authentic, I mean what you would get at a Thai restaurant in the US. (Like most ethnic food, it probably pales in comparison to eating it in its …

Mango Cucumber Rice Salad is a perfect summertime meal with some grilled chicken! Don’t turn on the oven unless you absolutely have to!

How often do you see carrots with the greens still attached? They’re so pretty. I wonder if cutting their greens makes them feel like their “hair” is getting chopped off? If carrots had feelings, that is. Speaking of feelings… I have mixed feelings toward beets. They’re probably the most gorgeous color found in nature, but …

I’m not going to try to explain the thoughts that preceded this. All I know is that I have quite a bit of brie in the freezer. And I have a thing for galettes. And homemade gluten-free pie crust. Thus, this Gluten-Free Blueberry Galette was born. In this case, the crust is speckled with bits …

Roasted cabbage is a quick, easy, and inexpensive side dish! The fresh dill is a perfect compliment.

When we first started participating in a CSA program in California, the biggest adjustment I had to make was cooking with greens. I distinctly remember pulling a bundle of rainbow chard from the box, almost the length of my arm, wondering what the heck I was going to do with it. And wondering what it …

Avocado + bacon + Parmesan might be my all-time favorite combination. The tangy avocado dressing pulls everything together. The lettuce? Merely a vehicle for greatness.

These crispy pan-fried chicken tacos will become your go-to Taco Tuesday recipe! Quick, delicious and versatile, you’ll never make chicken tacos any other way after trying this easy recipe! Use roast chicken or leftovers! I’m really excited about this post. I’m so in love with crispy tacos. Not the crispy tacos made from the shells …

With nearly 75 delicious Mexican-inspired recipes on my site, it’s safe to say that I ADORE these flavors. A great salsa recipe elevates anything you put it on, and you’ll love this roasted tomatillo salsa with a twist of smoky chipotle!

If you’re looking for the perfect chicken and turkey brine, this is it — filled with lots of whole spices and herbs.

Have you ever tried a Veggie Enchilada Casserole? Packed with roasted vegetables, sweet salsa and gooey cheese, it’s a wholesome and delicious twist on a classic Mexican favorite.

These soft, Gluten Free Apple Cookies are topped with a maple glaze and are perfect for fall! They remind me of little apple cakes with bits of tart green apple. They’re also naturally sweetened!

We really like coconut around here (even the little ones), so I played around with some coconut milk and shredded unsweetened coconut and came up with this coconut almond crusted fish! This was so much better than I thought it would be! Let’s start with the fish. First a nice soak in coconut milk & …

Making your own paleo ranch dressing is SO easy and having a dry paleo ranch mix on hand makes it super easy without having to keep fresh herbs on hand.

Did you know I have a special section of my website dedicated to making homemade pantry staples? I’ve been making homemade mayonnaise for 15 years because it’s so tasty and quick! If it seems daunting, I’ll show you a couple of fail-proof ways to make your own.

My little ones loved assembling these foil packet tacos and sweet potatoes make a great base for a taco! You can even take these camping!

If you hate Brussels sprouts, you NEED to try shredded and roasted Brussels sprouts! They’re crispy and delicious, and luckily shaved Brussels sprouts are easily found at the grocery store!

Would it surprise you to know that borscht is one of our family’s favorite meals? My husband and I met in Russia, and we ate a lot of borscht while we were there. And fell in love…

I think Mulligatawny is one of the most underrated soups out there. It’s smooth, Indian-inspired flavor is so good! And it’s a great home for leftover chicken & rice.

My grandma’s Pineapple Pie is my favorite pie in the whole world! It’s even fantastic on my gluten-free pie crust — I think my grandma would approve.

Grilled BBQ Chicken is one of our family’s favorite meals! An easy marinade makes the chicken even more flavorful with the homemade BBQ sauce.

This may be my most favorite breakfast ever. Also, you’ll never look at Brussels sprout hash the same way after this!

I have a confession: I have only lukewarm feelings for Halloween. I don’t mind the playful aspects of Halloween and good-natured parties, but I hate being scared, candy doesn’t do much for me, and food that looks like dismembered body parts grosses me out.Even the recipe I’m posting right now could (and seasonally speaking, should) …

I really don’t think the blogosphere needs another tortilla soup recipe. Heck, I’ve posted similar recipes already, but this one was different. (Doesn’t everyone say that?) I had an epiphany as I was making this. I’ll tell you about it in a sec. First I wanted to mention that this recipe came from Beso Restaurant, …

Have you ever baked fish in parchment? It creates a steamy little packet that infuses flavor into fish fillets like no other.