Sharing another soup recipe today that’s rustic, simple, and exactly what I think most of you are craving right now: kale & sausage white bean soup. This hearty soup combines minimal ingredients and is so extremely comforting. It’s got loads of flavor from rich parmesan cheese and a little heat from crushed red pepper. Complete with a side of toasted bread for plenty of dipping.
Category: soups & salads

Arugula Salad with Harissa Chickpeas & Pomegranate Vinaigrette
There are SO many good things I have to say about this arugula salad. It’s intriguing and quite unique – full of shaved fennel and celery, sharp crumbles of manchego cheese, briny olives, a sweet pomegranate vinaigrette, and a wildly delicious mixture of harissa-spiced chickpeas + pecans + juicy golden raisins. It’s got a middle eastern vibe and is perfect for any dinner party or meal at home.
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Golden Carrot Soup with Pistachio Dukkah
Nothing comforts me more than a warm bowl of soup on a cold winter night, and since we’ve still got a bit of winter left, I’m sharing a new one: golden carrot soup with pistachio dukkah. It’s simple, healthy, has a really lovely flavor, and is topped with an extra flavorful crunchy nut and spice mixture.

Steak & Egg Salad with Caper Vinaigrette
Sharing a very flavorful steak & egg salad with caper vinaigrette today. I’d call this my go-to lunch entree salad. Perfect for entertaining or making for a simple weekend lunch with family. It’s hearty and satisfying, made with seared steak and hard-boiled eggs. Tossed with feta, garlicky roasted tomatoes, radishes, dill, and a tangy caper vinaigrette.

Everyday Roasted Red Pepper & Chicken Salad
Sharing a fresh new salad for our January healthy kick! It’s my everyday roasted red pepper & chicken salad with crunchy fennel, watermelon radish, briny olives, roasted walnuts, fresh chives + oregano, and tossed in a simple dijon vinaigrette. It’s a salad you can make for a crowd, or prep all of the ingredients and eat a few salads yourself all week long. It’s also really simple to make and one of the tastiest combinations.
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Spicy Thai Chicken & Rice Noodle Soup
A healthy winter soup to kick off the new year: spicy thai chicken & rice noodle soup. It’s a flavorful spin on chicken noodle soup that is still every bit warming and comforting. Full of vibrant Thai flavors to keep things fresh and exciting as we start a new decade during these cold winter months.

Creamy Mushroom Soup with Rosemary Breadcrumbs
If there’s going to be one soup on your Christmas table, it should be this! Creamy mushroom soup full of rich flavor and topped with crispy rosemary breadcrumbs.
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Roasted Apple Salad with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette
An unbelievably delicious roasted apple salad for your Thanksgiving menu! Crispy bacon, creamy blue cheese, and olive oil fried pecans give this salad so much rich depth of flavor. It’s sweet & salty, full of texture, and drizzled with a caramelized shallot vinaigrette. One of the best salads that has come out of my kitchen to date!
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Pumpkin Chorizo Chili with Yogurt & Herbs
It wouldn’t be fall without a really good new chili recipe, and this year I’ve got a super simple, completely delicious one for you. It’s pumpkin chorizo chili, packed with spices and topped with tangy yogurt and fresh ingredients to contrast the cozy chili. It is the perfect bowl of comfort to settle in with on Halloween night!
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Tomato Salad with Garlic Butter Dressing
The last minute Labor Day salad that you need to make – tomato salad with a very flavorful garlic butter dressing. It all sits on top of creamy yogurt and is served alongside some homemade naan bread for dipping. It’s the perfect way to savor all the juicy heirloom tomatoes while they’re here!