Baked Lasagna with Beef, Zucchini and Cheese Lasagna just screams comfort food and lately, I have been craving alllllll of the comfort food. Isn't it interesting how food isn't just fuel - it's tradition, connection, passion and love? Certainly all things that I'm craving over 2 months into this quarantine! Of course, I love my veggies, so even in a classic lasagna dish, I like to add those veggies! I've been going to a local farm to get frozen, pasture-raised ground beef, lo

Gut - Healthy Green Soup I should have called this soup, "The Most Veggies You Will Ever Eat in One Sitting Soup" - because this soup is packed with a ton of veggies! It's an easy, one-pot recipe that makes enough for you to enjoy throughout the week and get a few servings of veggies with each serving! Also, with ingredients like spinach, kale, cauliflower, broccoli, leeks, garlic and avocado, this soup has anti-inflammatory properties. It can be eaten hot or cold, although I

Broccoli Cheddar Casserole with Whole Wheat Panko This broccoli cheddar casserole is a family favorite of mine! Rather than using mayonnaise, heavy cream and cream cheese, this recipe lightens up your favorite favorite holiday casserole while adding in satiating protein! However, no one would ever notice - they'll be too busy enjoying and fighting over the last piece! I like to make this dish earlier in the day, keep it in the fridge and top it with the panko, remaining chedd

This is probably my favorite dish when the temperature starts to drop and we begin to enjoy the produce that thrives in the cooler weather. Brussels sprouts are a part of the cruciferous veggie group (like cauliflower, broccoli and cabbage) and offer a hearty texture and flavor that I love to balance with the sweetness of pomegranate arils. Also, the walnuts add some crunch and nuttiness to round out this dish. I've been making this side dish for years and it makes frequent a

I clearly spend a lot of time in my kitchen. While I always loved to cook, I developed a deeper love for cooking when I started my first blog and started to develop recipes for others. Fast forward, and now I spend even more time in my kitchen as a private practice dietitian with a focus on the nutrition management of GI conditions (read: many of my clients require specialized nutrition protocols). I do this so I can develop recipes that are suitable for various dietary needs

We all have those days - those days when we really, really want to cook something or eat a certain food but we just don't have the ingredients. Or those days when we really don't want to spend much effort on cooking, but we don't have anything to easily throw together. Or, simply those days when we don't want to go to the grocery store, but we have a bare kitchen (hello, end-of-the-week)! I have those days, too. Luckily, I've been more cognizant of keeping staples in my kitc

The term 'Meal Prep' is essentially synonymous with the terms 'healthy lifestyle' or 'wellness' lately, but what, exactly, does it mean - and is it for you? For many, the concept of meal prep seems simple at first, until the reality of grocery lists, shopping, weekly menus, cooking and cleaning ensue. I often hear clients, friends and family say that the thought of spending their little free time cooking and cleaning is not their idea of fun or sustainable. The truth is, even

This Summer Pasta Salad is the perfect complement to a summer cookout, or is a great meal on its own! Zucchini, bell pepper and tomato bring out the sweetest flavors of summer, and the easy, homemade dressing is light and refreshing. Although this works well with any pasta, I prefer to use a whole wheat pasta or a legume-based pasta for added protein and fiber. With added veggies and a sprinkle of feta cheese, this pasta salad will become a seasonal favorite! Ingredients (ser