Once upon a time there was a cafe in OKC that served the absolute BEST quinoa chorizo tacos. After they closed down I knew I had to recreate one of my favorite weekend brunch traditions. While my version is not 100% exact to theirs, it is definitely less oil-filled and on the healthier (but still delicious!) side.
Read MoreWhen the weather shows signs of warming up I pretty much immediately start craving cold foods and more snack-like meals.
Read MoreWhen I was growing up mac & cheese was a weekly staple, if not more. Since going plant-based 9ish years ago, I think I’ve finally come to accept that NO vegan version of mac and cheese is truly ever going to taste “the same,” but that doesn’t mean they aren’t equally as delicious!
Read MoreWith warmer days upon us, I have been seriously craving fresh herbs like mint and dill. It sounds kind of strange to put them together in this salad, but it is light, crisp, and refreshing.
Read MoreI really love pasta, like really. I wish I liked it less to be honest. This pasta salad is definitely one of my favorites because it’s super light and refreshing.
Read MoreWhen it comes to cooking dinner, I get pretty lazy most of the time. I never want to spend too long in the kitchen after a busy day. I just want something simple, filling, and nutritious.
Read MoreI don’t know about you, but when the temperatures drop all of a sudden I start wanting asian food. I think it goes back to being a kid, and anytime it was snowing or raining outside my parents would order Chinese food to be delivered. It was basically a tradition that we all looked forward to, and to this day it always sounds appealing.
Read MoreThere’s something about the winter time that makes {most of} us crave comfort foods. A lot of the time, comfort food means highly processed food items that don’t leave us feeling the best. However, I am a true believer that that doesn’t have to be the case.
Read MoreThere’s not much better than curling up on the couch with a warm bowl of soup and a good movie, especially when it’s cold and rainy out. Throw in some sourdough bread and it’s a real party ;)
Read MoreOne of my favorite things about the cold weather is the arrival of comfort food. The savory goodness that beckons frosty windowpanes, a full table and a toasty fire. Growing up in the Midwest, I’ve always associated creamy casseroles with memories of cozy kitchens and flour-dusted countertops.
Read MoreSometimes, the simplest of meals are often the best. These tacos were created when I started working with the Oklahoma City Fire Department, as I wanted to teach an easy recipe that was filling for the times when firefighters get busy and have to eat to sustain their energy for an entire day
Read MoreI always post pictures of meals like the chickpea and dill tacos, summer detox salads, or lentil sloppy joes - yet 9/10 times I am sitting behind a computer screen eating the most simple salad ever. I figured it was time to share one of my daily rituals with you - as this salad is the easiest of the easy, and it’s my go-to when I am in a hurry or just not in the mood to cook.
Read MoreWe all love tacos, or at least I love tacos. These summer tacos changed my eating habits for 3 weeks straight. I still can’t get enough. If you love dill - these tacos are for you. I taught this recipe at my most recent Eat to Live workshop, and now I am sharing the recipe because it’s just too good not to, and I believe we all deserve to love these summer tacos as much as I do.
Read MoreThis salad is one of my all time favorites - especially in the summer when I want something light and refreshing. It was created by my cousin who’s an esthetician [the absolute best] and I think in her words this salad is “skin food!” If you’re ever having one of those days where you’re just feeling kind of “blah,” this salad will be your new best friend.
Read MoreSalads are kind of my thing. I love all kinds of salads, and I normally go overboard with them, but sometimes simplicity is just SO NICE. This salad is just that. It’s simple to make but doesn’t lack in flavor. It’s the perfect salad to pair with a main entree or to load up on for a healthy lunch.
Read MoreHere’s the deal. I love mayonnaise. And when I say I love it, that’s kind of an understatement. When I was a kid I would eat mayo on slices of cheese like it was being taken away from me a moment later. Also, don’t ask me if I liked mayonnaise or miracle whip better - because I’ll tell you both.
Read MoreI set out to make traditional tabbouleh, but somewhere along the way I got bored and decided to spice it up and make my own version of tabbouleh. So, here it is!
Read MoreThe addition of black lentils makes this salad more filling than you would expect, and the nutty taste of tahini is sure to impress. Give this one a try and let me know what you think :)
Read MoreGrowing up, I probably ate a few too many Manwich’s. They were one of my dinner time staples, especially if I was home alone and left to fend for myself. I loved those silly commercials too, I can still hear it playing in my head.
Read MoreThis one was created on a rainy day, when I had lots of time on my hands and decided to throw an impromptu dinner party. It turned out better than expected and I’ve probably eaten is 10x since then. It’s more filling and flavorful than you would expect - so don’t be afraid to entertain your carnivore friends and watch as they go for seconds.
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