Healthy Choices
"lighter" recipes without sacrificing flavor...
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Spring Thyme Green Minestrone
Spring Thyme Green Minestrone Soup. When I looked into the eyes of my beautiful new fridge I saw shelves and drawers overflowing with ingredients that begged for a chance to play nicely together. The result of nonstop cooking for a week straight. Have you seen our March Meatball Madness posts??! When I studied the contents it became blatantly obvious that my fridge and my well-being needed a big pot of soup!
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Mu Shu Chicken Cabbage Rolls
Mu Shu Chicken Cabbage Rolls. Chinese New Year is always an ‘event’ for me. My passion for this holiday stems from what used to be my day job, which was…importing door locks. Hold on, don’t run away so fast.
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Jamaican Jerk Meatball Rice Bowl
This Jamaican Jerk Meatball Rice Bowl is a virtual flavor trip to the islands. So while it’s winter-thyme here in Georgia, which inevitably cultivates a desire to travel to warmer destinations, we’re going to enjoy this treat for the senses.
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Pumpkin Morning Glory Muffins {Gluten Free}
Share these Pumpkin Morning Glory Muffins with friends and family. There is so much goodness and love packed into each one. I have made these muffins multiple times over the past few months. They are wonderful gifts. The perfect breakfast or afternoon snack. And when a late night craving sweeps over you, enjoy a gluten free Pumpkin Morning Glory Muffin….guilt free!
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Southwest Vegetarian Tacos
The key to bringing big flavor to these Southwest Vegetarian Tacos is to oven roast the veggies. Virtually any vegetables will work in these tacos, but I love sweet potato, onion and zucchini as my base – I added corn and jalapeño to give it a nice Southwest flavor flare.
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Butter Bean Salad {with Lemony Thyme Vinaigrette}
This Butter Bean Salad is loaded with fresh herbs & veggies then dressed in Lemony Thyme Vinaigrette. I adore the creamy texture of butter beans and how nicely they pair with fresh bright flavors. It’s the perfect side dish or healthy vegetarian meal.
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Quick & Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce
Quick & Easy Homemade Pasta Sauce comes together in under 30 minutes yet tastes like it’s been simmering all day.
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Smoky Sweet Potato Hummus {my go-to snack}
Hands down this Smoky Sweet Potato Hummus has become my go-to snack. It’s the right mix of savory-slightly sweet that when paired with crispy chips or veggie sticks I dare say is the perfect snack!
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Chicken Piccata Meatballs Are A Favorite
Chicken Piccata Meatballs are a new favorite. Huge Meatball Fan. That’s me. I’m forever pondering the possibilities. If you’re ever looking for meatball inspiration check out my favorite recipes here.
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Healthy Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers
There are times when you just need to use up ingredients already in your fridge or pantry. These Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers are made for those days. Change up the filling according to what’s on hand and you have an easy week night dinner that the whole crew will love!
