June is National Beet Month! This inspired me to make something yummy with roasted beets, one of my favorite veggies….so sweet and earthy! Did you know that beets boost your endurance? Combine that with the protein from the milk in this recipe and you have a healthy soup as well as a great pre-race meal….
Crustless Broccoli Quiche
Do you have broccoli or other veggies that need to get used? Make quiche! A pinch of nutmeg gives this Crustless Broccoli Quiche the most wonderful flavor. Here’s the bonus….it’s crustless, making it fast and easy! I used individual ramekins but it can also be made in a pie dish. Want another timesaving reason to…
Veggie and Rice Stuffed Zucchini Boats
“wow! (pause….) wow!” This was my middle son’s reaction the first time I made Rice and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats. It made my day! We were all pleasantly surprised by just how tasty these were. Yummy flavor combos! I love finding a healthy recipe that the kids like too! (It always helps when you…
Chicken Skewers with Coconut Rice and Ginger Peanut Sauce
One of my kids’ favorite meals. Chicken Skewers with Coconut Rice and Ginger Peanut Sauce is a crowd pleaser! It’s easy. Healthy. And the Peanut Ginger Sauce has a kick that makes it the perfect dipper. The coconut rice compliments the rest of the flavors wonderfully! We serve it with simple snap peas, sauteed in…
Carrot Rice Soup
With Easter right around the corner, Carrot Rice Soup seems like the perfect choice. (Save some for the Easter Bunny…he’ll thank you for it!) Carrots sauteed in butter give this soup a rich, savory flavor. Jasmine rice adds heartiness and texture. It is melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley and fresh ground pepper. …
Nacho Casserole
Nacho Casserole…as in, “Nacho ordinary casserole…!” Hahaha! This was born on a night that I was craving mexican, cheesy deliciousness. I brainstormed all my favorite nacho toppings and layered them in a casserole dish, chips and cheese finishing each layer. A finale of lettuce, avocados, olives, green onions and tomatoes completely puts it over the…
Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup
Yay, snow!! So happy to be in my cozy Colorado home, watching those big beautiful snowflakes drifting down. Magical! It’s the perfect day for soup! I just love soup on a chilly day. Add in the snow and my winter day is near perfect! This split pea recipe is so easy….throw the ingredients in your…
Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks
Wow! This was SO good! The cauliflower and eggs hold together to make a great crust with lots of flavor. Read more and get the recipe here…
Twice Baked Butternut Squash with Quinoa
Twice Baked Butternut Squash is as Fall as it gets….roasted butternut squash, toasted pecans and healthy quinoa, topped with fresh grated Parmesan. I always thought the twice baked potato was such a brilliant idea. Scoop out the insides, mash them up, mix with goodness and then put it all back in the skin and bake. …
Chicken Taco Bowls
This is such an easy and healthy crock pot dinner! My whole family loved it! It is hearty, healthy, easy and super flavorful, yet different than the other Mexican meals we’ve had lately. Fun it up a little by putting some tortilla chips around the edge of the bowl. It will look festive and…