If you’re looking for a flavorful salad that can be made in no time and with minimal ingredients, then this strawberry and spinach salad is for you! The homemade balsamic dressing only requires five, easy-to-find ingredients.
No-Fuss Chipotle Chicken Tacos in the Oven
These chipotle chicken tacos are perfect for just any occasion. And they can be made in a snap if you buy shredded chicken or have your own prepared ahead of time.
Easy Basic Blueberry and Lemon Pancakes (Breakfast for Two)
I cannot think of a better combo to enjoy these warm days than blueberry and lemon! Hence, blueberry and lemon pancakes made with my favorite Greek yogurt topping. This recipe makes four large pancakes, which is perfect for two people to share. However, feel free to adjust the recipe if you want to make some more -in the end, I …
Mozzarella and Pesto Sandwich with Roasted Vegetables (Better than Starbucks!)
These Italian-inspired sandwiches are filled with roasted tomato and bell peppers, fresh mozzarella, and a simple, five-ingredient homemade basil pesto. These make a satisfying on-the-go lunch and are easy to make, yet so flavorful! For me, the hardest part was waiting for the tomato and bell peppers to roast in the oven. But the end product was well worth the …
Easy Mascarpone Cream Stuffed French Toast
One of my fondest pre-pandemic memories was going out for brunch with my boyfriend on the weekends. One of our favorite places in San Diego where we enjoy getting our French toast from is the Hash-House a go go (their chilaquiles are also a MUST). There is something so special and decadent about their French toast. Their slices are the perfect thickness, …
Quick and Easy Tuna Salad
Sometimes I don’t have much time to cook, but still want to make sure I prepare a meal that is balanced, satisfying, and of course, simple! And that’s when this recipe comes in! For one, my pantry is always stocked with these ingredients because they are shelf-stable (canned goods such as tuna and mixed vegetables). It’s so easy to throw …
Simple Pasta Salad with Homemade Pesto Sauce
Looking back to when I was a dietetic intern, my food service rotations helped me gain a deeper appreciation for cooking that I did not have before. I discovered that I really enjoyed being in the kitchen and even found it to be very therapeutic! In one of my rotations, I learned how to make homemade pesto sauce. Since then, …
Double Chocolate & Banana Bread (Made with oat flour and ground flaxseed)
Disclaimer: One of the ingredients used to create this recipe is ground flaxseed from Manitoba Milling Co. The company graciously sent me samples of their ground flaxseed (for personal use). I was not asked to create a post, nor compensated for my time. Last year, I joined the millions of people around the world who were baking banana bread to …
Traditional Chilaquiles Verdes Made with Tomatillo Sauce
Growing up in a Mexican household meant that chilaquiles were a staple item for breakfast almost every weekend. My mom always found ways to make them different and exciting. However, we always went back to the basics. Her chilaquiles verdes made with tomatillo sauce are quite possibly our favorite as a family. Traditionally, my mom prepares the tortilla chips by deep-frying them …
Crispy Oven-Baked Broccoli Tots
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, I wanted to make something fun, green, and festive for the occasion. And since I already had a bag of broccoli florets and cheddar cheese I used for a broccoli cheddar soup last week, I thought I could make something with what I already had on hand. And that’s how I came …