Here is one of my favorite recipes from Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC Kitchen 101 Cookbook! This is a must have cookbook for all as the recipes are easy to prepare, using ingredients you probably already have on hand and the end result are yummy recipes that the whole family will love all while being healthier for you too! Beef Brisket/Beef Sliders  

Do you enjoy vegan pasta dishes? Imagine if you have a full plate of pasta along with vegan chickpea Bolognese sauce. Sounds delish and the combination of both gives you a delicious and yummy sauce that will make your tastebuds sing. This vegan chickpea sauce recipe is the next best thing to a freshly simmered homemade pasta sauce. The best part is your family and friends will be amazed at how you manage to juggle all that you do each day all while creating this delicious vegan sauce. It will surely be the best vegan Bolognese sauce that you will ever have the pleasure of enjoying. The Vegetarian Butcher is an alternative…

No matter what kind of family you have or how old your kids are, feeding the whole household can sometimes be a challenge. You might have some picky eaters, or you might be a little bit bored of the recipes you’ve been making for years.   Thankfully, there are many simple and fun meals to try. There really is something for everybody, no matter what your taste is. Here are just a few things you can make the next time you feel a little stumped.  1. Classic Vegan Mac ‘n’ Cheese  This classic vegan macaroni and cheese recipe it’s a great starting point for so many amazing meals. Serve it as…

With 2021 coming to an end, I am working on my New Years resolutions and one of them is definitely to continue on my healthy eating journey for both myself and my family. One of the many things that will help me on this journey and help to keep me on track, even on busy weeknights when it is easy to simply run through the drive thru, is Gobble. Gobble provides delicious dinner kits that are designed to be enjoyed in 15 minutes and all in one pan. Seriously… it does not get anymore convenient than that or more delicious as every meal I have enjoyed with Gobble is seriously…

There is nothing better than a warm, delicious meal at the end of a long winter day. Frustration, exhaustion, and the day-to-day worries of life all melt away when you’re eating a well-cooked meal, leaving you relaxed and recharged for the rest of the evening.   Thinking of a great idea after you’re hungry can be difficult, so here are ten cozy recipes to keep you and your family warm this winter:   1) Chicken Pot Pie  Chicken pot pie is a cozy winter meal that combines many different nutrients into one delicious dish. Traditional chicken pot pie includes potatoes, peas, and carrots, but you can mix up the vegetables and seasonings for variety…

If you are in need of some meal inspiration… I’ve got you covered with 7 delicious rice recipes that you can make for your family. It is so easy to get stuck in a ‘cooking rut’ and find yourself making the same recipes each week…. which can be very boring for you and your family. I have always loved trying new dishes and recipes which is why I researched to find yummy looking recipes that are easy to make and super delicious too. The best part…the main ingredient is rice with added ingredients to make it a spectacular dish for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even dessert! Let’s take a look…

It is no secret that I love to cook, but did you know that I love to make yummy desserts whether that be pastries, cakes, cupcakes, cookies, puddings and more? Well I do and I have always baked goodies and created delicious desserts for my friends and family members because they love it plus when I used to manage a store…I would make baked goods for my staff regularly and they always looked forward to it. There is just something special about desserts as they make you happy right? Just thinking of delicious desserts can make me smile which is why I love making them and sharing them with everyone…

3 mouthwatering recipes that will get you up in the morning  Many people see having a toaster oven in their kitchen as a negative – when in fact, it is quite the opposite. A toast oven is an amazing piece of kit that you can use to cook a near-infinite amount of things, without having to sacrifice space (like you do with a full oven).  Today, we are going to share with you three of our favorite toaster oven recipes.  Guacamole BTL toastie  Toasties – delicious. BTL sandwiches – delicious. Guacamole – delicious. This recipe has everything going for it, and it is so simple to make.  Ingredients:  Lettuce 2…

I am super excited to share my favorite sandwich recipe with a Gluten Free twist that’s amazingly delicious! It is my Pulled Pork Cuban Sandwich Recipe – with layers of Swiss cheese, mustard, honey ham, pulled pork, pickle chips & my secret weapon – Schär Artisanal Sandwich Rolls! Proud to be a #ScharPartner! Grab the Pulled Pork Cuban Sandwich Recipe below & click here to order Schär Gluten Free Products today! Pulled Pork Cuban Sandwich Recipe INGREDIENTS: ▪️2 tbsp EV Olive Oil ▪️1 Tbsp Kosher salt ▪️2 tsp Cumin ▪️2 tsp Dried Oregano ▪️1 tsp Black Pepper ▪️1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper ▪️3 to 4 cloves garlic minced ▪️Juice of…

I am super excited to share some delicious dips that are truly worth diving into and they are from a brand that I already love…. called Good Foods! Good Foods Plant-Based Dips are amazingly delicious and packed with flavor. Not only are these dips fabulous for dipping your veggies, pita bread slices, crackers and more into but they also make yummy spreads for sandwiches, wraps and more. These dips are perfect as well for any one that is looking for products that are dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan, Non-GMO and they absolutely have no sugar is added. This is a wonderful thing as I am always looking to eat cleaner and healthier…

According to a recent Ranker.com list, ranked by “food lovers and party enthusiasts,” pizza, chips, and cupcakes are the top three favorite party foods. If you want to go beyond the easy and obvious while still satisfying your guests, try one of these recipes that are sure to please. Make sure to provide a sweet treat at the parties end as it is the perfect way to end any meal. You can find a list of foods that are sweet and that make the perfect fit for the end of any meal. Deviled Eggs with a Twist Add a spicy kick to your typical deviled eggs with homemade pepper jelly…

Pad Thai is one of my family’s absolute favorite Friday night takeout dinners. The rich sauce and delicious blend of sweet and salty flavors are always a winner, and it’s one of the few dishes we’ve found that almost always offer a tofu protein alternative to the standard chicken or shrimp. Our household recently made the decision to cut down on takeouts and try our hands at cooking delicious, nutritional, take-out-quality meals in our own kitchen. Naturally, pad Thai was one of the first dishes that came to mind… And WOW, is it easy! To further improve this dish’s suitability for our vegetarian household, we didn’t just use tofu as…

Mahi Mahi is one of the most popular seafood items on American menus. Whether listed by its Hawaiian name of Mahi Mahi, the Americanized shortening of Mahi, or the traditional English name of dolphin, you can find it on almost any menu featuring more than one kind of fish in the country.  Due to the confusion with the mammal species, most Americans stick with the Hawaiian name for this one, so we will do the same here. A firm flaky, mild, white ocean fish, mahi mahi is incredibly versatile. You can prepare it pretty much any way you could cook chicken, whether that be grilling, poaching, frying, or butter braising,…

There is nothing better than a homemade lasagna baked with a lot of love and a little skill. The combination of rich meaty sauce, gloriously creamy cheese, and a little bite from thick lasagna sheets make a gorgeous dinner that nobody can resist. When you bake it from scratch, the results are even better! Although the best lasagnas can take a bit of time and effort, you can always make the sauces ahead of time to bring the lasagna together later. This particular recipe can be frozen, baked or unbaked, for up to two months! Plenty of time to defrost and enjoy whenever the lasagna cravings hit! We think this…

There is no getting away from the fact that turtle beans are absolutely delicious and incredibly filling. Furthermore, these legumes are relatively inexpensive compared to other foods with top health benefits including oily fish, liver, and seafood. The fact that they contain minimal amounts of calories makes them even more appealing to eaters. With low amounts of calories and high amounts of several essential nutrients and substances, turtle beans remain one of the healthiest foods on the planet. For example, these legumes are loaded with proteins and dietary fiber. Apart from that, they serve as a good source of vitamins B1 and B9, not to mention iron, magnesium, and manganese. Last but…

With Back To School right around the corner, my family and I are getting everything ready for the kiddos to go back to school and also for us to get back into a regular routine which I am for sure missing. But before the summer ends and school begins, we are squeezing in a few more family outings. My daughter and I want to get out to Montauk for another hiking trip, and all of the kiddos want to hit the beach a time or two before Labor Day plus we are even looking to get in a quick road trip to the Poconos to check out the area as…