These Balsamic Caprese Skewers are an ideal summer appetizer: layers of sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella balls finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. After several difficult weeks, I’m finally sharing a recipe. I recently had a biopsy for a suspicious spot on my leg, and the wait for results was exhausting. … Read more

These Mashed Sweet Potatoes are creamy, absolutely delicious and topped with cinnamon sautéed apples — the perfect side for a holiday dinner or an easy weeknight meal. I can’t wait for the long weekend—shorter workweek, plenty of good food, and time with family. With the holidays around the corner, I’ve been sharing a few of … Read more

The BEST Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread recipe — a must-make this fall. Super moist, simple to prepare, and finished with a tangy cream cheese glaze. *Recipe updated: reduced pumpkin purée slightly after reader feedback about a too-moist center. This adjustment helps the loaf set perfectly. It’s officially baking season. October calls for pumpkin everything, and … Read more

My favorite Strawberry Salad made with leafy greens, fresh strawberries, candied walnuts, and creamy goat cheese all tossed with a rich and tangy maple balsamic dressing! I love a bright, flavorful salad, and this Strawberry Balsamic Salad is one of my go-to recipes for spring and summer — and it works beautifully in fall too … Read more

These delicious Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are a quick grab-and-go breakfast or snack that’s healthy, kid-friendly, and simple to make. Blueberries and breakfast have a natural chemistry—whether stirred into pancakes, mixed into oatmeal, or baked into warm muffins. They add bright flavor and a burst of juice that works especially well in baked bars. I … Read more

The perfect Summer Quinoa Salad: a bright, satisfying mix of fluffy quinoa, sautéed vegetables, black beans, corn and fresh basil, all tossed in a lemon-balsamic dressing. I developed this Summer Quinoa Salad years ago while using up leftover vegetables on a beach trip, and it’s become one of my go-to warm-weather dishes. It works equally … Read more

This fresh and flavorful Harvest Chopped Chicken Salad combines leafy kale, tender seasoned chicken, crisp apples and crunchy pecans, all tossed in a maple-Dijon vinaigrette. Hearty enough for dinner, light enough for lunch. Autumn is the perfect time for salads that feel both seasonal and satisfying. This Harvest Chopped Chicken Salad brings together nutrient-dense curly … Read more

These protein-packed Healthier Deviled Eggs are a classic favorite updated to be lighter in calories by using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. They’re ideal for parties, Sunday brunch, or a satisfying high-protein snack. Classic deviled eggs get a healthier twist in this recipe by swapping mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt provides a similar … Read more

This healthy zucchini bread is moist and fluffy, made lighter with whole wheat pastry flour, plain Greek yogurt, shredded zucchini and no butter or refined sugar. It’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or to share with friends and family. As summer winds down, zucchini from the garden is often abundant. Grated zucchini adds moisture … Read more

This creamy and delicious Healthy Pumpkin Pie is an ideal holiday dessert—simple to make, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and wonderful with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. There’s nothing like a silky slice of pumpkin pie after a hearty Thanksgiving meal. This Healthy Pumpkin Pie is made from scratch, uses no refined sugar, and … Read more