a little something to nosh on
homemade enchilada sauce | Mexican food is one of the great comfort foods. And it doesn’t get better than a homemade enchilada sauce worthy to be served in any of your favorite Mexican restaurants. I like my enchilada sauce to be thick and a little chunky. This all of that plus it’s quick and easy to…
Shakshuka | I can’t remember the first time I saw, heard, or read about shakshuka but I knew I had to try it! I filed it away in my “need to try” file and there it sat for years. Which is baffling because I love eggs! I love eggs and any kind of egg-centric dish….
Lamb Stew | Moroccan lamb stew is sweet, spicy, and fragrant. It’s a hearty and filling stew loaded with tender lamb in a harissa spiced sauce. It’s the perfect stew to curl up with on a cold day. If lamb isn’t your thing you can substitute beef or chicken. Cold weather is all about sweaters,…
Turmeric Latte | I don’t know if you have heard but it’s cold outside. Not just a little cold, like really cold. Polar vortex cold! We are all looking for ways to keep warm and cozy and this warm creamy beverage is perfect. But, this turmeric latte has a little twist. I used a ready-made protein…
Chicken Nachos | Eating right can be challenging. There are some days a craving hits and it hits hard. For me, the biggest struggle is the craving of crunch. And what is crunchier than chips? Over time I learned that the trick to staying on track isn’t depriving yourself or denying your craving but finding healthier…
Last week I shared about my weight loss journey. Now let’s talk about what nutrition. Spoiler alert: I am all aboard the macro train. So grab a pencil, paper, and calculator because this involves a little math, but I am here to make it a little less scary for you. Before I go any further,…
Oven Roasted Chicken | I believe everyone needs a solid roast chicken recipe. I mean when it comes to kitchen 101 survival a roast chicken is at the top of the list. And, it’s so simple that anyone can make oven roasted chicken. I have tried several different recipes, with different seasonings, roasting times, and roasting temperatures. This…
This isn’t going to be like my regular posts. It’s going to get a little honest here and possibly long-winded. I am hoping you read on but if you are here just for the recipes, no problem. I will always share recipes with you. It’s kinda what I love to do. I have always been…
