this easy tomato basil margherita pizza comes together quickly and is loaded with flavor all while using just a handful of ingredients! We have had a really hard time getting our hands on our favorite frozen pizzas lately so we’ve been making a lot more from scratch! And we’ve made A LOT of varieties (including…
pesto barley tofu & veggie bowl
this easy pesto barley tofu & veggie bowl comes together in a matter of minutes with just a handful of ingredients. customize it to your liking for a quick weekday meal! This was one of those easy meals that I whipped up by just pulling things out of the fridge that I needed to use…
easy turkey taco skillet
this easy taco skillet dish will quickly become a weeknight favorite of yours! made all in one pan with just a handful of ingredients, it’s as delicious as it is simple to pull together and is a total crowd pleaser! Is there anything better than a dish that comes together in one pan? If you…
creamy yogurt pesto baked salmon
salmon is baked until tender and flaky then topped with a creamy yogurt pesto. serve over your favorite grain, along with potatoes or over salad for a complete meal! This post is sponsored by siggi’s. All opinions contained within are my own. As always, thank you for allowing me to partner with brands to bring you…
easy spicy black bean burgers
these simple spicy black bean burgers come together quickly, are packed with flavor and actually hold their shape! done in just 30 minutes, they’re a perfect recipe to add to your weeknight meal rotation. I’m always on the hunt for a good homemade veggie burger. I’ve made a variety in the past but haven’t yet…
roasted broccoli, brussel sprout & tofu bowl
this easy grain bowl combines nutty farro, peppery arugula, roasted veggies & tofu all topped with crunchy walnuts and freshly shaved parmesan for an easy meal that’s full of flavor. My sister sent me a message the other day saying she made the BEST bowl for lunch. As she described it to me, I knew…
broccoli & cheddar melts
this comforting vegetarian sandwich uses just 5 ingredients. kid & adult-friendly, it comes together quickly and is delicious eaten straight up or paired with soup or salad for a perfect cold weather meal. I can’t stop, won’t stop with the broccoli & cheddar combos! From soup to pastas, it’s just one of my favorite flavor…
fettuccine vegetable rosa with feta
fettuccini pasta is tossed with a spicy tomato cream sauce, sautéed mushrooms, tomato and spinach then topped with creamy, salty feta for a quick and easy meatless dinner. This pasta you guys. I have to tell you, I just cannot understand how pasta gets such a bad rep when it can taste this darn delicious….
easy vegetarian sheet pan nachos
these budget-friendly sheet pan nachos are a great way to repurpose leftover filling from my favorite short-batch vegetarian enchiladas! There are two things in life that I love: Easy meals Meals with ingredients you can repurpose into other meals (i.e. cook once & get multiple meals). Okay, so if i”m being honest, there are a…
warm harvest grain bowl
this comforting warm harvest grain bowl combines wild rice with hearty roasted vegetables, chickpeas and creamy feta cheese for a winter bowl you’ll come back to time & time again! Okay so tell me, are you a “wait until the weather is warm until I eat salads” again type of person? Or do you generally…
hearty italian vegetable soup
this budget-friendly hearty italian vegetable soup is so satisfying and delicious, it’ll quickly become a staple in your house. perfect for a grab and go lunch or an easy dinner, it’s a go-to meal for me when the weather cools down. If you’ve followed me for a while then you know I’m crazy for soup….
honey mustard & onion pretzel encrusted chicken tenders
don’t let the long name of this recipe fool you! it comes together in just about 25 minutes with less than 10 ingredients making it a perfect weeknight meal that the whole family is sure to love! We’re big honey mustard fans over here in this house. We’ll all pretty much eat anything as long…
weeknight veggie chili
this easy vegan, dairy & gluten-free chili is loaded with veggies, protein and flavor. coming together in around 30 minutes, it’s a great budget-friendly weeknight dish the whole family will love. Okay guys, I finally did it! I came up with an easy weeknight veggie chili no crockpot or pressure cooker required! All you need…
aloha sheet pan nachos
these sheet pan nachos are easy (done in less than 30 minutes!), delicious & dirty just one pan, making them the perfect easy weeknight dish. mix up the flavors in any way to like best to suit your preferences! You guys know I love an easy weeknight meal and sheet pan nachos are one of…
veggie-loaded baked chicken meatballs
these meatballs are loaded with 3 different kinds of veggies and are baked, not fried. they’re quick to pull together and they freeze well! I’ve mentioned this before, but Owen loves those KidFresh chicken meatballs where they sneak veggies into them and I’ve been determined to make my own at home. I love a good…
mediterranean orzo salad
this easy budget-friendly grain bowl combines all my favorite mediterranean flavors in one quick meal (plus makes a great packed lunch!) My sister brought home a pre-made Mediterranean salad from Trader Joe’s the other day and I knew immediately upon seeing it that I had to make my own version of it at first. If…
weeknight tofu veggie stir-fry
this quick weeknight tofu veggie stir-fry comes together in just minutes and is full of flavor. satisfying as it is easy, it’s a perfect weeknight staple. Boy have I got an easy weeknight dish for you. Coming together in about 30 minutes and using just 11 ingredients, it’s not only quick but it’s also budget-friendly….
veggie sushi grain bowl
this grain bowl takes all your favorite flavors from a veggie sushi roll and deconstructs it into an easy, packable lunch. I love a veggie sushi roll. Especially with a side of edamame. That said, getting out to a sushi restaurant with Chad these days doesn’t come easy between Ollie and Owen so when the…
baked lentil “meatballs”
these tender baked lentil “meatballs” utilize pre-steamed lentils so they come together in a matter of minutes making for an easy meatless dinner or lunch the whole family will love. The last time I was at Trader Joe’s I grabbed a box of pre-steamed lentils. These were one of my favorite affordable protein options during…
broccoli & cheddar pasta bake
this broccoli & cheddar pasta bake takes the amazing flavor of your favorite broccoli cheddar soup and combines it with pasta for an easy weeknight meal that even kids will gobble up! I love a good pasta bake. It’s simple, inexpensive and a great way to get a bunch of different elements all into one…
sausage & white bean veggie soup
this easy soup comes together quickly and is full of italian flavor! serving up protein and fiber with each bite, it pairs perfectly with hearty, salty crackers for a winter meal that will warm you from the inside out! I know I probably sound like a broken record, but I just have to say it…
restaurant quality chicken parmesan
love chicken parm but can never get it quite right? this restaurant quality chicken parmesan will change that! coming together quickly, you’ll swear it came straight from your favorite local joint! Do you have recipes that you LOVE to eat when you’re out but can never seem to recreate with the same quality at home?…
asian glazed salmon with veggie rice
this easy salmon dish takes just about 30 minutes to make and is full of flavor. salmon is brushed with an asian-style glaze, cooked to perfection then placed over a delicious veggie rice for a simple weeknight dinner for two. You guys know I love a simple baked salmon. A little olive oil, salt and…
arugula pesto pasta with caprese chicken sausage
this easy meal comes together in just about 15 minutes. loaded with protein, fiber and heart-healthy fat, it’s a dish you’ll want to serve over and over again on busy weeknights! Got another 15 minute dinner for you all! I was in fridge clean out mode the other day and found some cherry tomatoes, chicken…