So, you know me…I love pasta salads. I love them for lunch. I love them for sides. I love them for light suppers. I just love them. Typically, I’ll make one on a Sunday afternoon, pop it in the fridge…
Vegetarian Enchiladas
Oh mercy me. These enchiladas are going to rock your world! Lately, I’ve been trying to eat vegetarian a few times a week, which is working well. That being said, I live with a bunch of carnivores, so at dinnertime,…
Avocado & Orange Salad
This is one of my favorite little go-to salads for lunch or a side. It’s easy and full of flavor. Win, win, right?! You can even throw some grilled shrimp on top and make it an entree. Now, isn’t that…
Portobello Burger
Yum-my! We made Portobello Burgers for dinner the other night and they were eaten up! Lots of burger flavor…but without the meat. Score one for the vegetarian in you! (And psssst: if there is a meat lover in your family…
Caprese Grilled Cheese
Another simple little lunch idea for your summer. Instead of another Caprese Salad (you know…basil, tomato and fresh mozzarella), just take everything and turn it into a grilled cheese sandwich. Lunch is done! This makes one sandwich. Shopping List two…
Bleu Cheese & Cranberry Pasta Salad
Oh you girls know how much I heart a pasta salad! I love them because they’re made in advance (great for entertaining!), they get better the longer they’re in the fridge (so great to make on Sunday night and enjoy…
Apricot & Hummus Panini
Um, so I made this little panini for lunch the other day and it rocked my world. There is this one particular kind of hummus that has a little apricot in it…so I took that idea and turned it into…
Strawberry & Spinach Quinoa Salad
This salad is going to rock your world. It’s great for lunch, good as a side and makes an easy (and light) vegetarian supper too. If you have leftover quinoa from the night before, save it…if not, just whip up…
Pot of Gold Dip
Okay friends, don’t laugh, but I thought this was a cute idea. I made regular old queso and called it Pot of Gold Dip for St. Paddy’s Day. And my kids thought it was hysterical. Fun, right?! Whether you make…
Sheaffer’s Pineapple Casserole
Listen…you need to hear me out. Seriously, you’re going to want to click away…but don’t! You need to read this entire recipe before you move on. #trustme So, every year, I host an annual recipe exchange and each year, we…
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese
I am always looking for ways to add butternut squash or pumpkin to fall dishes. I love the flavor and I love the extra boost of veggies for my kiddos. The other night, I made this Butternut Squash Mac &…
Cucumber and Dill Pasta Salad
Oh goodness, I love me some dill. Dill and cubed cucumber…such a good combination! I made this for a little lunch but it would also make an excellent side dish too! This recipe serves four for lunch and more if…













