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Lighter Pasta Alfredo

December 1, 2021

This Alfredo recipe preserves the decadent spirit of a classic dish while cutting back on butter and cream to make a wholesome family meal in just 20 minutes.

Honey Yogurt Dip

July 9, 2021

I have a real sweet tooth and this Honey Yogurt Dip curbs dessert cravings morning, noon, and night by pairing fruit with lightly sweetened yogurt.

Boneless Buffalo Chicken Wings with Ranch

June 28, 2021

This is such a good recipe for making crispy hot wings in your air fryer. Marinating boneless chicken breast pieces in a mix of buttermilk and hot sauce infuses the meat with flavor, and the panko and almond flour breading creates a delicious crisp crust in the air fryer. The wings get a splash of hot sauce to finish.

Grilled Pineapple Chicken Street Tacos

June 15, 2021

Delicious grilled pineapple and chicken street tacos for a quick weeknight dinner? Yes please! Top with a yogurt based avocado crema. Make the avocado crema ahead of time, up to 3 days, and store in the fridge until ready to use.

Baked Banana Nut Donuts

June 9, 2021

Make good use out of those extra ripe bananas while keeping things on the healthier side by using applesauce instead of oil. Baked, soft, and fluffy donut are a perfect match for a strong cup of morning coffee.

Light Pasta Alfredo

July 7, 2020

I love pasta dishes, but I don’t always love the calories. This pasta recipe preserves the decadent spirit of a classic dish while cutting back on butter and cream to make a wholesome family meal in a small amount of time.

Pink Grapefruit Salad

February 17, 2020

The astringency of the grapefruit is balanced out by the sweetness of the dressing. Excellent as a starter or served alongside a main dish.

Low-Fat Lemon Panna Cotta

January 27, 2020

Buttermilk and lemon make this panna cotta tangy, refreshing, and light.

Spicy Kohlrabi Noodle Bowl

January 17, 2020

Staying on healthy eating track is easy with this excellent make-ahead bowl.

Baked Falafel

January 14, 2020

Baked Falafel is a lighter twist to a deep-fried favorite. If you want to make an extra batch you can freeze them for a few months.

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