Salad for breakfast? Yes! This Breakfast BLT Salad works for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Crisp bacon, creamy avocado and ripe tomatoes sit atop a simple massaged kale base, finished with perfectly cooked eggs. The result is a satisfying, savory and nutritious meal that’s quick to assemble and full of flavor. Breakfast BLT Salad This take … Read more

Garden tomatoes, summer zucchini, and Asiago cheese come together in a simple, flavorful frittata that celebrates the end of the summer harvest. Tomato and Zucchini Frittata This tomato and zucchini frittata is an easy, adaptable recipe that makes the most of summer vegetables straight from the garden or the farmer’s market. It comes together quickly … Read more

These healthy, gluten-free pumpkin waffles are made with oat flour, cottage cheese, canned pumpkin, and warm pumpkin spice—an ideal fall breakfast that’s high in protein and full of cozy flavor. Pumpkin Waffles There’s nothing like a stack of pumpkin waffles to welcome the cooler months. These waffles are adapted from a high-protein oat waffle base … Read more

This Quick Mexican Brown Rice is an easy, flavorful side that pairs well with tacos, enchiladas, refried beans, or air-fryer chicken flautas for a simple taco night. It’s a healthier, fresher alternative to boxed seasoned rice mixes—lower in sodium and made with real vegetables and spices. Use leftover cooked brown rice, Trader Joe’s frozen brown … Read more

Ratatouille is an ideal summer side dish to accompany roasted chicken, grilled meats, or fish. Bright, colorful, and full of fresh flavor, it brings a taste of Provence to any meal. Easy Ratatouille This dish brings to mind the charm of the movie Ratatouille, where a small chef finds joy and creativity in the kitchen. … Read more

Skip the bread and enjoy all the classic BLT flavors—bacon, lettuce and tomato—wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a low‑carb, satisfying meal. These BLT lettuce wraps are quick to assemble, fresh, and easy to customize. Add mashed or sliced avocado for extra creaminess, choose turkey or nitrate‑free bacon for a lighter option, or use meatless … Read more

Avocado Crab Toast made with fresh crab, sliced radishes, lime, paprika and cilantro transforms a simple avocado toast into a flavorful, restaurant-quality bite. This bright, easy-to-make dish works beautifully for breakfast, a light lunch, or a show-stopping brunch. Avocado Crab Toast Avocado toast is a beloved classic: mashed avocado on toasted whole-grain bread with a … Read more

Turkey Sausage and Tomato Sauce over Pasta With a newborn at home, time in the kitchen may be tight. This quick turkey sausage and tomato sauce comes together in under 20 minutes yet delivers a rich, slow-simmered flavor. It’s a family-friendly, satisfying weeknight meal: lean turkey sausage browned for depth, crushed tomatoes for bright body, … Read more

On hot summer days I prefer firing up a charcoal grill to cooking indoors on a stovetop or grill pan. While gas grills are convenient, charcoal delivers a smoky flavor and crisp char marks that I love. In summer I use my charcoal grill for everything from hamburgers and grilled chicken breasts to zucchini and … Read more