Sometimes healthy, sometimes indulgent, always flavorful.
Kitchen Sink Vegetable Barley Soup is not only bursting with barley and good-for-you vegetables, it’s a flavorful bowl of cold weather comfort food. I call it Kitchen Sink Vegetable Soup, because I practically clear out the fridge and use everything but the kitchen sink when Read more
Giardiniera Vegetable Cream Cheese Spread takes bagels, sandwiches, and crackers to the next level! Crunchy veggies from Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera combined with cream cheese creates a flavorful, creamy spread or dip that will elevate anything you use it on! Giardiniera Vegetable Cream Cheese Spread Not Read more
Mediterranean Hummus Veggie Wraps make the perfect light, veggie-filled lunch that’s all folded into a delectable wrap or tortilla! Naturally vegetarian, these wraps can easily be made vegan. While not completely a vegetarian, I have drastically cut down on the amount of meat that I’ve Read more
Bright pink Middle Eastern Pickled Turnips don’t just add a gorgeous pop of color to your meal, these homemade pickled veggies add the perfect crunchy, tangy addition to pitas, wraps, salads, and more! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Middle Eastern Read more
Made with fresh vegetables, vinegar, and spices, Italian Pickled Vegetables (Giardiniera) is the perfect crunchy topping for salads, sandwiches, antipasto platters and more! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Italian Giardiniera, is a pickled vegetable medley that’s traditionally made with cauliflower, Read more
Recreate those delicious, spicy pickled carrots, jalapenos, and onions from Mexican restaurants with my recipe for homemade Pickled Mexican Hot Carrots. They’re a great addition to chips and salsa, on Taco Tuesday, or right out of the jar! This post may contain affiliate links. Please Read more
Elevate your regular mashed potatoes with Creamy Blue Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes! The creamy texture of red potatoes combined with tangy blue cheese crumbles, milk, butter, and chives make a perfect side dish! Last week I made an AMAZING tri-tip roast that I pan-roasted to Read more
Crispy Garlic Kale Chips have the tasty, satisfying crunch of a chip, but with tons of garlic flavor and made with kale! These homemade kale chips are way better and cheaper than store bought! Lately, my household has been trying to incorporate some additional healthy Read more
Chickpea Cauliflower Curry, a hearty vegan curry recipe filled with chickpeas, fresh cauliflower, tomatoes, and warm spices. This fragrant curry makes an excellent side to an Indian-themed meal, or serve it over some basmati rice for a vegan entrée. Chickpea Cauliflower Curry I think I Read more
Greek Chopped Vegetable Salad is a healthy and delicious salad loaded with veggies like cucumber, red bell pepper, artichoke hearts, and Greek additions like feta cheese, kalamata olives, and sliced pepperoncini. One of my favorite items to order at a Greek restaurant is a Greek Read more
Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera is the amazing condiment that Chicagoans use to add an explosive burst of flavor to some of their famous dishes like Italian Beef Sandwiches and deep dish pizza. Loaded with finely chopped veggies, spicy peppers, olives, oil, and oregano, this flavorful addition Read more
