True story: My mom used to put HONEY on lettuce to get me to eat it. We called it a salad, but it was literally just a few sweet, sticky lettuce leaves. But the lesson there is that putting stuff (like sauces, marinades and glazes) on food can make it taste better or different. The […]
The “Everyday” Kale Salad With Homemade Dressing
Ever just crave a big, refreshing, flavor-packed salad? I know I do! And on that occasion, I turn to the endlessly customizable and always satisfying Every Day Kale Salad with Homemade Dressing. Bonus! It keeps really well in the fridge for four days. Chop everything once, enjoy yummy salads all week. Recipe Overview: The Everyday […]
One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
This humble one-pot broccoli cheddar soup recipe hits the spot between meetings and calls at work! (It’s also even great for dinner, but shhhhh! We want this for lunch!) Instead of using heavy cream or half and half, which is traditional for this recipe, we’re using regular milk but we aren’t sacrificing any of the […]
How To Organize Your Kitchen Like A Pro: A Guide With A Functional Flowchart
Mastering kitchen organization is crucial for any cooking enthusiast or busy homeowner. Learning how to organize your kitchen like a pro can seem a little daunting especially if yours is small (and therefore space is at a premium). Or maybe it feels overwhelming, and you’re not sure where to start. But there’s nothing like January’s […]
One-Pot Creamy Cajun Pasta
Cajun pasta is proof positive that pasta can adapt to just about any kind of flavor profile. It’s one of the reasons it’s so so popular. This Cajun pasta recipe is comforting, a little spicy, and comes together in one pot for minimal clean-up. It makes for an easy weeknight dinner or quick meal prep […]
Breakfast Tortilla Bake
What’s a breakfast tortilla bake, you ask? Imagine layers of tortillas, cheese, veggies, and all manner of good stuff you’d traditionally load up into a tortilla, whether as taco, burrito or otherwise. But instead, it’s all baked together in the oven. It’s pretty hands off and makes for an excellent breakfast, lunch or dinner, no […]
Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers With Lemon Dill Rice
Spinach feta turkey burgers kind of remind me of that awesome dish called spanakopita, except instead of spinach and feta in between layers of flaky phyllo, you have them concentrated in a very satisfying burger form. I promise you, this is going to be your new favorite burger. Feta in burgers is a revelation! This […]
Intro To Intuitive Eating & How Meal Prep Can Help You Do It
If you’re reading this right now, you’re probably curious about Intuitive Eating and already have a hunch that diets don’t work. And when I say “don’t work” I mean that they make us unhappy, the results don’t stick and they sabotage our relationships with food and/or bodies. Does that sound about right? If that resonates […]
Chicken Shawarma Bowls With Hummus & Veggies
These chicken shawarma bowls are what happens when you love shawarma but you don’t have one of those vertical broilers (aka shawarma machines) at home. And really, why would you? It’s not exactly a common home appliance! If you’ve never had shawarma, though, let’s backtrack for a sec. It’s meat (typically chicken, beef, or lamb) […]
Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad (Homemade Dressing!)
Want to put a seasonal spin on a classic Caesar salad? This vegetarian brussel sprout caesar salad is for you! This salad highlights Brussel sprouts because they are one of my favorite vegetables in season this time of year! Let’s get into it. Need help meal planning? We’re all about it in the Workweek Lunch Meal […]
Easy Pumpkin Muffins Recipe
Pumpkins, as an agricultural product, are totally fall. Pumpkin, as a flavor, is a different thing altogether! Either way, it feels AUTUMNAL and so does this pumpkin muffin recipe. When it comes to baking, most of us are cooking with canned pumpkin, which is pretty straightforward: it’s a little sweet and a little starchy but […]
How Do You Meal Prep for a family? Tips From Parents Who Do It Weekly
I’m not a mom, so when people ask me how they can meal prep for a family, I struggle! Learning how to meal prep for just one person is hard enough. I can’t imagine what it’s like to have to cook for yourself, picky kids and possibly a partner that doesn’t have the same diet […]
Vegan Cauliflower Tacos With Chunky Salsa
These cauliflower tacos hit the spot, whether you’re prepping them for work lunches, weeknight dinners or just a random meal during the week! Smoky seasoned cauliflower pairs so well with our bright chunky corn-based salsa and creamy avocado sauce. Ready to make it? Get more recipes like this in the Workweek Lunch Meal Prep Program […]
How To Meal Prep For Two
From preparing too much or too little food to having trouble finding meals both people enjoy, I’ve experienced most of the common struggles one has with meal prep for two. In this post, I’m going to address what those struggles are and common questions people have surrounding meal prepping for two. By the time you’re […]
Starbucks Copycat Recipe: Spinach Feta Breakfast Wrap
My first encounter with the Starbucks spinach feta wrap was during my internship at Saturday Night Live – pretty much every cast member and staff writer requested it on our daily Starbucks runs for them (ah, the glamour of being an intern). Once I tried it myself I totally understood why it’s so popular! This Starbucks […]
How We Save Over $150 A Month By Making Cold Brew Coffee
When my partner brought up the idea of making cold brew coffee at home, I was reluctant. I didn’t want ANOTHER thing taking up precious real estate in the fridge, you know? I thought it would be a lot of work too. Despite my skepticism, we ordered a cold brew maker for $40 on Amazon. […]
