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black bean sweet potato chili

7 · Feb 3, 2023 · Leave a Comment

what's gabby cooking black bean sweet potato chili // cait's plate

this quick and easy vegetarian chili from What’s Gabby Cooking is a winter staple in our house. This black bean sweet potato chili from What’s Gabby Cooking is a go-to in our house. It’s super comforting in the winter, but if I’m being honest, we make it year round. It’s so simple, doesn’t require a…

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DINNER, FALL FAVORITES, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, SOUPS, STEWS & CHILIS, VEGETARIAN, WARMING WINTER RECIPES

cheesy veggie eggs & hash browns

9 · Jan 29, 2023 · Leave a Comment

cheesy veggie eggs & hash browns // cait's plate

this easy meal comes together quickly and works any time of day I’ve recently fallen in love with the Cup of Joe site and I found a recipe using hash browns and cheesy eggs that I knew I had to try. I put my own spin on it based on what I had on hand,…

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BREAKFAST + BRUNCH, DINNER, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, VEGETARIAN

baked gnocchi with meatballs

141 · Jan 9, 2023 · Leave a Comment

baked gnocchi with meatballs // cait's plate

this comforting dish comes together quickly and is a perfect warming meal for the colder months This meal kind of came together accidentally, but I’m sure glad it did. I got a craving for baked gnocchi and ordered my favorite skillet gnocchi to pick up. I ordered 2 bags but they only gave me one….

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DINNER, MEAT & CHICKEN, QUICK & EASY, WARMING WINTER RECIPES

super fast tofu stir-fry

0 · Jun 13, 2022 · Leave a Comment

super easy tofu stir-fry

There are times when I revel in the ‘art’ of cooking – taking pleasure in pulling together a fairly labor intensive meal. Then there are others when both kids are melting down, it’s bath night, the house is a mess and all I want is a quick and easy meal to throw together. This is…

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chickpea cobb salad

11 · Jun 5, 2022 · 2 Comments

chickpea cobb salad // cait's plate

this is my spin on a cobb salad. it’s fresh, delicious and super easy to pull together making it a warm weather must. I created something similar to this salad the other day at Panera and ever since I’ve been absolutely obsessed. I’m not into bleu cheese so I sub feta, and I find rinsing…

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DINNER, GLUTEN-FREE, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, VEGETARIAN

quick caprese pasta

21 · Jun 3, 2022 · Leave a Comment

quick caprese pasta // cait's plate

these simple caprese pasta takes advantage of one of my favorite summer flavors. coming together in a matter of minutes, it’s a go-to dish for warm summer days when you don’t want to be standing over a hot stove! Okay so technically it’s not exactly summer yet, but for me, as soon as June hits,…

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DINNER, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, SUMMER FAVORITES, VEGETARIAN, WHOLE GRAIN

weeknight veggie stuffed shells

10 · Sep 29, 2021 · 3 Comments

weeknight veggie stuffed shells // cait's plate

a few easy shortcuts makes this dish simple to pull together for a weeknight meal. it’s also a great way to use up leftover veggies so they don’t go to waste!

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white bean & veggie farro soup

21 · Sep 29, 2021 · 4 Comments

white bean & veggie farro soup // cait's plate

a new spin on one of my favorite soups, this comes together quickly and is even better reheated making it an easy, comforting make ahead meal for the week ahead! Prep Time: 10ish minutes Cook Time: 20ish minutes Total Time: 30-40 minutes Yield: 4–6 servings Category: soup Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked farro, rinsed 1–2 tablespoons olive oil 2–3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 medium yellow onion, peeled & diced small…

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slow cooker turkey, bean & veggie chili

10 · Oct 13, 2020 · Leave a Comment

slow cooker turkey, bean & veggie chili // cait's plate

these easy chili comes together without a lot of effort and is a great thing to throw together over the weekend and eat all week! pair with cornbread, tortilla chips and all the toppings for a simple, comforting meal. I’ve never loved a good crockpot meal more than right now when we’re totally sleep deprived…

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baked honey mustard chicken with nectarine salad

10 · Aug 27, 2020 · Leave a Comment

baked honey mustard chicken with nectarine salad // cait's plate

this easy baked honey mustard chicken comes together quickly and pairs perfectly with this delicious nectarine salad! This might have been one of the easiest dinners I’ve made all summer and I’m SO sad that I waited this long to make it! I’m not the biggest meat eater myself (just a preference!) but it’s one…

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spicy corn & tomato basil ravioli

11 · Aug 25, 2020 · Leave a Comment

spicy corn & tomato basil ravioli // cait's plate

this easy meal comes together without much measuring. just toss, cook and enjoy, making it a perfect meal for a busy weekday. There’s nothing I love more than tossing a bunch of things that I have lying around in the fridge and having it come out delicious! I love anything spicy corn/basil/tomato so I had…

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DINNER, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, VEGETARIAN

2-ingredient instant pot bbq chicken

75 · Aug 20, 2020 · Leave a Comment

2-ingredient instant pot bbq chicken

this 2-ingredient BBQ chicken comes together quickly thanks to the use of the instant pot. super tender and loaded with BBQ flavor – it’s a perfect addition to any dish! Would you believe me if I told you this tender, melt-in-your-mouth bbq chicken requires just 2 ingredients?! Well believe it baby cause it’s true! The…

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spiced sweet potato & creamy black beans bowl with lime avocado yogurt sauce

20 · Jun 30, 2020 · 2 Comments

spiced sweet potato & creamy black beans bowl with lime avocado yogurt sauce // cait's plate

sweet potatoes are spiced up and roasted then served with creamy mexican-style black beans and a lime avocado yogurt sauce These easy spiced sweet potato and creamy black bean bowls are not only so simple, come together quickly but are also pretty budget friendly! You can serve these up over any grain you have or…

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DINNER, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, VEGETARIAN, WHOLE GRAIN

asian tofu lettuce wraps

4 · Jun 25, 2020 · Leave a Comment

asian tofu lettuce wraps // cait's plate

these easy tofu lettuce wraps combine some of my favorite asian flavors for an at-home vegetarian meal that will rival your favorite restaurant’s! Asian cuisine is definitely one of my favorites and vegetarian lettuce wraps are one of my favorite dishes to order so I was so excited to have these at-home lettuce wraps taste…

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DAIRY-FREE, DINNER, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, SUMMER FAVORITES, VEGAN, VEGETARIAN

easy roasted vegetable pizza

16 · Jun 19, 2020 · Leave a Comment

easy roasted vegetable pizza // cait's plate

this easy roasted vegetable pizza comes together in just about 25 minutes thanks to using a store-bought crust for a quick, veggie-packed meal! I bought a frozen roasted vegetable pizza the other week to eat for dinner because I just wasn’t feeling like making anything. I figured it would be good, but didn’t have super…

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greek spinach & feta turkey meatballs

29 · Jun 14, 2020 · 6 Comments

greek spinach & feta turkey meatballs // cait's plate

these greek spinach & feta turkey meatballs come together quickly and can be served up in so many different ways making them a fast favorite! So the other day I went to remake my feta & spinach turkey meatballs but I ended up making some tweaks as I went (I just can’t help myself!) and…

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DINNER, KID FRIENDLY, LUNCH, MEAT & CHICKEN, QUICK & EASY, SPRING

turkey & confetti veggie spicy pasta

7 · Jun 7, 2020 · 5 Comments

turkey & confetti veggie spicy pasta // cait's plate

this easy pasta can use whatever veggies you have on hand, a jar of spicy arrabbiata sauce and some ground turkey for a simple weeknight dish! This is one of my most favorite easy weeknight meals. It’s a great way to use up a bunch of veggies you have on hand, comes together in a…

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easy chicken milanese with arugula salad

86 · May 31, 2020 · 3 Comments

easy chicken milanese with arugula salad // cait's plate

this easy chicken milanese is inspired by a favorite restaurant meal. done in under 30 minutes, it’s easy and oh-so delicious! drizzled with basil oil & served alongside a peppery arugula salad for a weeknight dish the whole household will love. Say hello to our new favorite weeknight meal! There is a restaurant in my…

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anything goes veggie pasta

5 · May 17, 2020 · 2 Comments

anything goes veggie pasta // cait's plate

this anything goes veggie pasta is a great way to use up whatever is left in your produce drawer at the end of the week! paired with some cooked pasta & topped with cheese, it’s a delicious simple meal any night of the week! I had a bunch of veggies from this past week’s Misfits…

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blackened tofu tacos with pineapple salsa

11 · May 5, 2020 · Leave a Comment

blackened tofu tacos with pineapple salsa // cait's plate

crispy blackened tofu is combined with freshly made pineapple salsa for a taco tuesday meal that will quickly become a regular in the rotation! Ooooh have I got a Taco Tuesday treat for you! Truly guys, there’s nothing not to like about this dish. The tofu is crispy with a nice kick and it pairs…

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roasted greek chickpeas & orzo bowl

74 · May 4, 2020 · Leave a Comment

roasted greek chickpeas & orzo bowl // cait's plate

this bowl is filled with flavor of the mediterranean. crispy chickpeas and fresh veggies add a nice crunch in contrast to the creamy orzo, tzatziki and feta cheese. Oh boy guys, have I got a recipe for you! I was literally salivating as I was shooting this, that’s how excited I was to tuck into…

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DINNER, LUNCH, MEATLESS, QUICK & EASY, VEGETARIAN

super simple weeknight lasagna

16 · Apr 29, 2020 · 2 Comments

super simple weeknight lasagna // cait's plate

this simple lasagna utilizes store-bought marinara and just a handful of other ingredients for a family-friendly dish that you’ll want to make over and over again. Got another easy weeknight dinner for you guys! If you liked these easy stuffed shells or this weeknight baked ziti, then my hope is that you’ll love this lasagna…

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honey orange glazed skillet shrimp

8 · Apr 27, 2020 · Leave a Comment

honey orange glazed skillet shrimp // cait's plate

this delicious honey orange glazed skillet shrimp uses just 8 ingredients, one pan and takes 15 minutes to pull together making it a staple for busy weekdays! this post is brought to you in partnership with Sunkist®. I know you guys are with me in loving these one skillet meals!  There’s nothing better on a…

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DINNER, GLUTEN-FREE, LUNCH, QUICK & EASY, SEAFOOD, WHOLE GRAIN

sheet pan bbq chicken meal

17 · Apr 24, 2020 · Leave a Comment

sheet pan bbq chicken meal // cait's plate

this simple bbq chicken meal cooks all together on one sheet pan and requires just 7 ingredients and 10 minutes of active cooking time making it a perfect easy weeknight meal for the whole family! This sheet pan bbq chicken meal might just be one of my newest favorites. It uses just a handful of…

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