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Kale Salad with Cranberries

March 21, 2019 By Julia 2 Comments

Kale Salad with Cranberries is an easy salad to put together for lunches or a holiday party. This salad features kale, sweet apples, dried cranberries, pecans, goat cheese and a light dressing.

KALE SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES

When it comes to kale salads today’s combination is by far my favorite. This Kale Salad with Cranberries is a great salad to make all year long. I often see a salad like this on a holiday table, especially because the colors are very festive. I love this salad in the fall when apples are at their peak or in the spring when I am craving light, fresh salads.

Many people say that they do not like kale because of the tough texture that it can have. I am here to share a quick trick with you that will change your kale salads. It involves massaging the kale with a small amount of olive oil to help soften it. You might remember this Massaged Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing that I shared a few years ago. That salad was when I started massaging my kale and haven’t looked back.

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Creamy Cucumber Salad

March 18, 2019 Leave a Comment

Creamy Cucumber Salad makes the perfect side dish to bring to a warm weather get-together, potluck or backyard BBQ! This salad is light, creamy and will remind you of the classic that grandma made growing up. CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD I grew up eating a Creamy Cucumber Salad similar to today’s salad. It has always been…

Healthy Coleslaw

March 14, 2019 18 Comments

Healthy Coleslaw is a light and healthy coleslaw mixing cabbage, carrots and radishes and tossed in a light dressing and fresh herbs. This is perfect as a side salad or a topping to sandwiches. HEALTHY COLESLAW I am excited to be updating an old recipe that appeared on my site when I first started blogging….

Slow Cooker Lasagna

March 12, 2019 5 Comments

Slow Cooker Lasagna is an easy recipe for your favorite lasagna. This Italian dish cooks in your crockpot while you go about your day. It is hearty and flavorful, using ground sausage and beef, rich tomatoes, vegetables and a creamy cheese mixture. SLOW COOKER LASAGNA For some reason Italian food has been on repeat at…

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce

March 8, 2019 1 Comment

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce is rich, hearty and easy to make. This sauce mixes flavorful ground beef and pork with vegetables and sweet tomatoes. Spice up your weekly pasta meal with this slow cooker bolognese sauce. SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE We can all use a good spaghetti sauce recipe to come back to time and…

20 Delicious Ways to Use Beans

February 28, 2019 Leave a Comment

Check out these 20 Delicious Ways to Use Beans and add protein to your families meals. These recipes range from soups to appetizers to pastas. There is something for everyone! 20 DELICIOUS WAYS TO USE BEANS Do you use beans in a lot of the recipes you make? Beans are a versatile and cheap source of…

Egg Roll in a Bowl

February 26, 2019 Leave a Comment

Egg Roll in a Bowl is a low-carb stir-fry recipe using ground pork, vegetables, cabbage along with a variety of Asian flavors to create a delicious sauce. Forget take-out and make this easy, vegetable rich stir-fry at home. This stir-fry always is great served in lettuce wraps! EGG ROLL IN A BOWL One thing that my family…

Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup

February 21, 2019 2 Comments

Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is filled with all of the things you love about stuffed peppers- bell peppers, ground beef, tomatoes, rice and spices. This soup comes together quickly in the pressure cooker for a filling meal the whole family will love. INSTANT POT STUFFED PEPPER SOUP We are still in the thick of the cold…

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

February 18, 2019 Leave a Comment

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is hearty and so healthy. It is gluten-free, vegan, and loaded with beans and vegetables. If you need a football watching chili or a quick dinner, this is your answer! SLOW COOKER VEGETARIAN CHILI I make a lot of chili recipes in the fall and winter. This Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is…

Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Chicken

February 14, 2019 13 Comments

Put this recipe in the slow cooker at the start of your day and come home to the warm rich flavors of curry, coconut and cumin in this Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Chicken. This is a meal your family will love served alongside rice and warm naan. Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Chicken The flavors in today’s…

White Bean and Ham Soup

February 12, 2019 3 Comments

White Bean and Ham Soup is a hearty soup packed with protein. This is the perfect soup to use up leftover ham you might have on hand or using pre-cooked ham. It comes together quickly, making this a great weeknight meal option! WHITE BEAN AND HAM SOUP I recently asked you guys what you want more of…

Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

February 10, 2019 Leave a Comment

Slow Cooker Lentil Soup is a vegan lentil soup that is full of rich Mediterranean spices and vitamin rich vegetables. This soup is comforting and perfect for the colder months. You can also freeze some for later! SLOW COOKER LENTIL SOUP One of my most popular recipes on my website is this Moroccan Carrot Red Lentil…

Pan-Seared Ribeye with Goat Cheese and Sun-dried Tomatoes in Skillet

Pan-Seared Ribeye Steaks with Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

February 6, 2019 Leave a Comment

Pan-Seared Ribeye Steaks with Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is an elegant meal without all of the work. These steaks come together in under 20 minutes and are filled with rich flavors that pair nicely with the tender ribeye. This is perfect for your special someone on Valentine’s Day. PAN-SEARED RIBEYE STEAKS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES Do…

Easy Chicken Ramen Noodle Stir Fry

January 31, 2019 2 Comments

Easy Chicken Ramen Noodle Stir Fry is a healthy meal to prepare for your family. Ramen noodles are mixed with stir fried chicken and vegetables and tossed in an Asian style sauce. Forget take-out and make this at home! EASY CHICKEN RAMEN NOODLE STIR FRY Do we have any ramen lovers out there? A lot of people enjoyed…

Lemon Arugula Salad with Pine Nuts

January 29, 2019 3 Comments

Lemon Arugula Salad with Pine Nuts is a quick and easy salad that is peppery, sweet and satisfying. Arugula is tossed with cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts and parmesan cheese and finished off with a lemony, olive oil dressing. LEMON ARUGULA SALAD WITH PINE NUTS We all need a few simple, yet delicious salads in our…

20 Plant Based Recipes to Fuel Your Body

January 24, 2019 1 Comment

These 20 Plant Based Recipes to Fuel Your Body offers vegetarian, nutrient rich meals that your family will love. There is a little something for everyone! 20 PLANT BASED RECIPES TO FUEL YOUR BODY I recently asked my readers what they wanted more of in 2019. Vegetarian, plant based meals was one of the…

Zesty Bean Posole Soup

January 21, 2019 4 Comments

Zesty Bean Posole Soup is a vegetarian soup mixing red beans, hominy, poblanos and fire roasted tomatoes along with a salsa of your choice to create a flavor packed soup. This soup is packed with protein and very satisfying. It comes together quickly, for an easy meal option! ZESTY BEAN POSOLE SOUP You guys have…

Mediterranean Hummus Toast with Za’atar

January 17, 2019 Leave a Comment

Mediterranean Hummus Toast with Za’atar is a savory, healthy want to start your day or a great afternoon pick-me-up. Hummus is spread on toast and topped with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs and feta and a sprinkling of za’atar. MEDITERRANEAN HUMMUS TOAST WITH ZA’ATAR We have officially almost made it through the first month of 2019. As…

Homemade Barbecue Sauce + A Visit to an Ohio Hog Farm

January 8, 2019 3 Comments

This Homemade Barbecue Sauce is easy to make and one to keep on hand for the next time you make pulled pork. I first tried this recipe at the Shoup Brothers Farm. It is the perfect mixture of flavors and spices to top on your next pork tenderloin, pulled pork or grilled pork chops. Double or…

Navy Bean and Greens Soup with Feta and Olives

January 2, 2019 Leave a Comment

Navy Bean and Greens Soup with Feta and Olives is a hearty soup filled with fresh herbs, navy beans, kale or spinach and topped with olives and creamy feta cheese. Add a sprinkling of crushed red pepper for extra spice. This soup is filling, packed with protein and healthy! NAVY BEAN AND GREENS SOUP WITH FETA…

9 Must Make Mediterranean Slow Cooker Recipes

9 Must Make Slow Cooker Mediterranean Recipes

December 28, 2018 Leave a Comment

These 9 Must Make Slow Cooker Mediterranean Recipes offer a nice variety for anyone looking for easy, healthy recipes using Mediterranean flavors and ingredients. 9 MUST MAKE SLOW COOKER MEDITERRANEAN RECIPES For those that are looking for healthy recipes that are also easy, these 9 Must Make Mediterranean Recipes are for you. They use some…

Instant Pot Turkey Chili

December 17, 2018 4 Comments

Instant Pot Turkey Chili is a protein packed, healthy chili. This cooks quickly in the pressure cooker and is great for game day or family meals. It also freezes nicely for later! INSTANT POT TURKEY CHILI During the winter months we eat a lot of chili in my house. It is such an easy thing to throw together…

Bacon Pizza Bites + How Bacon is Made

December 13, 2018 Leave a Comment

Bacon Pizza Bites are a crowd pleaser and the perfect appetizer for a get together or party. Phyllo dough cups are filled with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and bacon and baked until warm. Your guests are going to go crazy for these! BACON PIZZA BITES + HOW BACON IS MADE Today is a jam packed…

Slow Cooker Balsamic Pot Roast with Cranberry Sauce

December 11, 2018 Leave a Comment

Slow Cooker Balsamic Pot Roast with Cranberry Sauce is tender, flavorful and will melt in your mouth. This roast is the perfect addition to your holidays along with a drizzle of fresh cranberry sauce. SLOW COOKER BALSAMIC POT ROAST WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE Tis the season to roast and toast! I don’t know about you, but nothing…

Ham Cheese and Cranberry Rollups

December 9, 2018 4 Comments

Ham Cheese and Cranberry Rollups are a festive appetizer for the holidays featuring ham, cheese and cranberry sauce rolled and baked in a crescent roll. These warm, savory rollups will be a big hit at your next get together! HAM CHEESE AND CRANBERRY ROLLUPS The holidays are all about get togethers that involve a spread…