Recent Recipes

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Quinoa Cookies

A perfect healthy treat for kids, but they have become one of my favorites too!

Strawberry and Edamame Quinoa Salad

I love this spring salad! It makes a perfect lunched paired with a green salad or serve it with grilled chicken and fresh vegetables for a wonderful dinner.

Stawberry and Avocado Crostini

This refreshing appetizer can also be a delicious filing for a light sandwich.

Kale and Apple Salad with Molasses Vinaigrette and Sugared Pecans

I love the fall and winter flavors of sweet maple syrup, apples, and of course Georgia pecans which are higher in antioxidants than any other nut. This salad is the perfect combination of winter’s bounty and is super healthy which helps us start the new year off on the right foot.

Balsamic Roasted Chicken

This robust one-dish meal pairs balsamic-kissed chicken with a colorful tumble of root vegetables – just right for autumn evenings with a little snap in the air. I like to make it in a cast-iron skillet, which distributes heat evenly and keeps the vegetables tender beneath a crispy skin.

Ultimate Tarragon Roasted Chicken

A super easy way to prepare a whole chicken, you can use any herb you have on hand and add lemon or orange zest if you prefer.

Quinoa and Blood Orange Salad with Avocado, Feta and Mint

Quinoa is a nutritional powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, and fiber and is super easy to prepare. This winter salad makes a wonderful lunch or side dish for supper. Depending on what is in season – have fun experimenting with different flavors of fruits and herbs.

Kentucky Derby Pie

My childhood friend Anne’s mom is a Lexington, Kentucky, native. If I was lucky, she’d be pulling this classic pie out of the oven when I came over to visit. I’m a chocolate lover, so it’s one of my favorites to make.

Quinoa Salad with Fresh Cherries and Feta

Perfect way to use summer’s sweet cherries – this salad uses healthy, whole-grain quinoa to make a flavorful dish everyone enjoys.

Roasted Green Beans with Tomatoes and Thyme Vinaigrette

During the summer months farmer’s markets are full of a variety of beans. I have found that roasting in the oven brings out the best flavor and is super easy to prepare.

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