Wholesome Eats
These easy sautéed collard greens with garlic, onions and red wine vinegar are a healthy and flavorful way to get your vitamins. These dark leafy greens contain a variety of vitamins such as vitamins A, C, K, potassium, calcium and folate. Adding a small amount of red wine vinegar brightens […]
Homemade Chex mix is a burst of salty, savory, nutty and crunchy flavors and textures. It is a party favorite or tasty snack for movie night or football games. You can adjust the level of spice to make it spicy or not. Add in dried fruit like Craisins, currents or […]
Michelle’s baked home fries are crispy potatoes baked in the oven in extra virgin olive oil and a mix of spices. I serve these crispy little potatoes with steak for dinner or eggs for breakfast. My favorite condiment to serve them with is HP sauce or garlic mayo. Michelle’s baked […]
Make this flavorful and healthy easy sautéed broccolini in less than 10 minutes. Broccolini pairs deliciously with whole grains like brown rice, quinoa or pasta. It’s also a great alternative to steamed broccoli when you feel like a change. What is broccolini? Broccolini (also known as baby broccoli) is a […]
Roasted petite red potatoes with parsley and chives are a quick and delicious side. Pair these tasty gourmet spuds with your favorite roast or BBQ meats. The roasted red petite potatoes pictured here are served with buttermilk marinated roast chicken and peas. Petite red potatoes offer a light tender skin […]
Freshen up taco Tuesday with easy Spanish rice for a tasty side dish. Homemade Spanish rice is much fresher than anything from a box. You’ll love this easy Spanish rice at your next family taco night. This Spanish rice recipe will serve eight people. It’s a big skillet of rice. […]
Instant Pot mushroom risotto is savory, wholesome and creamy. It’s a great electric pressure cooker dish for a mid-week meal. This recipe can also be made plant-based. Savory mushroom risotto is one of my favorite dishes to make with an Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker). Imagine perfectly cooked el dente […]
Roasted balsamic brussels sprouts is a savory and flavorful vegetable dish. Roasting brussels sprouts makes them tender and caramelized. Tossing the roasted sprouts in a splash of rich dark balsamic vinegar finishes the dish with a burst of flavor and acidity.
Roasted butternut squash is a simple and healthy fall dish that pairs perfectly with roast chicken, turkey and pork.
Eggplant, zucchini and tomato gratin is a layered vegetable casserole highlighting fresh summer vegetables. It makes a tasty vegetarian main course or a delicious side dish.
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