This Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon with Mixed Herb Chimichurri is a showstopper and so easy to make! Grilling on a cedar plank is the perfect way to make anything look incredible, and the flavor is so good with everything I’ve tried. The first time I ever used a cedar plank, I couldn’t find anything that was big enough to soak the plank in – which is something I didn’t think about when I bought the big pack of cedar planks from Costco....
I don’t know quite how to say this without creating enemies so I’m just going to come right out with it – I’ve never really liked pumpkin before! There, I said it and I’m probably the only one who doesn’t go off the pumpkin deep end every year – well until this year that is! Poor pumpkin, it’s not really it’s fault that’s it’s not the preferred dessert! Every Thanksgiving as first the apple, then cherry and pecan pies are devoured, the lonely pumpkin sits by itself, and only gets eaten last when there are no other options left!...
Better than takeout, this Easy Cashew Chicken is the perfect go-to recipe for dinner. It’s easy to make and packed with veggies, protein, and flavor. Then add a touch of crunchy cashews, and you just take this right over the top – it’s so good! It’s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and family-friendly. What are your go-to recipes during the workweek? We rely heavily on stir fries for sure because they’re simple to make, and they’re a 1-pan kind of dinner too....
This Easy Herb Roasted Chicken is the perfect family dinner! It’s simple to make and the garlic herb butter paired with a bit of lemon makes this chicken incredibly flavorful. It’s gluten free and can be made dairy free as well by using olive oil and it’s perfect paired with The Best Mashed Potatoes and Garlic Sautéed Spinach for the ultra comfort food meal. This has been my family’s go-to recipe for as long as I can remember....
We left off at the end of Day 7 having climbed a mountain, and then driven in the dark to the famous Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon. We were also really hoping the clouds might clear so we’d be able to see the aurora that was predicted. When we finally arrived after a seriously long day, we were dismayed to find the whole area absolutely crawling with photographers in the middle of the night....
Easy to make and perfect for an impressive dinner, these 27 Side Dishes for Shrimp Pasta give you lots of inspiration to choose from. Serve them with my Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta or follow my notes for Easy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta. These side dishes include fresh salads, roasted veggies, easy veggies on the stovetop, and some grilled options as well. My Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is one of our most popular recipes and I get lots of questions about what to serve with it!...
Smoked turkey breast with herb butter is incredibly easy to make and perfect for smaller holiday celebrations. The combination of a simple dry brine, my flavorful herb butter , and a low, slow cook in the smoker produces a juicy turkey breast with so much flavor. Pair this with all your favorite Thanksgiving side dishes for a feast. If you’re looking for a simple turkey recipe for smaller holidays, this one is for you!...
These Strawberry Banana Nice Cream Breakfast Bowls are essentially an upgrade and super tasty smoothie bowl! The bananas are frozen which creates a creamy nice cream base along with some strawberries and collagen for added protein. The rawnola is a simple topping that’s just a raw granola, but you can also use any granola you love to save time. They’re gluten free, dairy free, paleo, and vegan friendly if you use a vegan protein powder....
We put together these Tips for visiting Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park after 3 different visits. There’s so much to do in this area, so I hope this will help you to plan your trip! Maligne Lake is a ‘must visit’ if you’re visiting the town of Jasper and adventuring in Jasper National Park . We’ve been a few times now, and enjoyed all of our visits. So I thought I’d pass on our tips today for what to do when you’re there....
Easy to make and stuffed with melty cheese, these Baked Meatballs are the perfect comfort food! They’re classic Italian-American flavors with 2 gluten-free options for the traditional breadcrumbs. Serve these juicy meatballs with spaghetti or my Roasted Potatoes and Carrots . These ‘to-die-for’ meatballs are inspired by an Instagram post I saw where someone was smoking meatballs for several hours. I immediately felt like I wanted smoked meatballs too… of course!...
You know that point you reach every winter where spring with all it’s fresh produce seems so far away, and you’re just craving something fresh!?! This salad started right there with that longing for local produce again. Last summer I made this awesome salad from Giada with local sun-ripened cantaloupe and red onions paired with arugula. It was so good I’m still thinking about it a February later! Since cantaloupe is very distant on the horizon, I took the concept of fruit and red onions together, and went crazy with the amazing blood oranges we’ve been getting here lately!...
I can’t think of a better way to start off a weekend morning! We keep things pretty simple during the workweek, but when the weekend comes, I love to step it up a bit. There’s a certain indulgent feeling I crave that comes from a leisurely morning, complete with breakfast and a nice cup of coffee over hours of catching up. Usually we like to spend an hour or two catching up from a busy week and discussing a plan of action for whatever needs to be done....
I never even knew about Potatoes O’Brien until I tried them at my mother-in-law’s house. I was crazy about the flavors from the first bite. I’ve often made my breakfast potatoes with green onions added in. But there’s just something extra good about the flavor the bell pepper adds. Traditionally there’s both red and green bell peppers in these breakfast potatoes. However, I’ve never been the big of a green bell pepper fan, so I went with all red in this version....
These Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Scones are a weekend favorite that go perfectly with a nice cup of coffee and side of scrambled eggs! Scones are one thing I’ve always avoided ordering when I’m out because they’re usually just not worth it. I have yet to have a truly delicious scone in a restaurant. But who knows that could change someday. For now, I just make them at home. Then I know they’re not going to be crumbly and dry, with the texture of sawdust!...
I hope you’ll find all my tips for How to make Paleo Gravy helpful in your next Thanksgiving, or anytime you’re making gravy! A great paleo gravy really comes down to good Homemade Chicken Stock and some drippings from your turkey . Super simple, and so flavorful! So today I’m letting you know how you can make paleo gravy with tapioca flour. Or how you can make slightly better gravy with cornstarch....
Easy to make and so fresh, this Lemon Sugar Scrub is the perfect exfoliant and all-body moisturizing treatment. This scrub can be mixed together in just minutes and lasts up to 1 year. It makes the perfect gift as well with a nice homemade touch. Sugar scrubs are a lifesaver for my skin year-round, so I’m always experimenting with different scents. This Lemon Sugar Scrub has been my official year-round scent because it’s so bright....
This Maple Cinnamon Granola is both gluten free and paleo as well as our all time most popular granola! We take this granola everywhere from work to travel and camping as well. It keeps well for at least a month, but it won’t last that long to be sure! The maple syrup caramelizes around the coconut and nuts as it bakes creating a simply irresistible granola. And to make sure it’s extra crunchy, try leaving it in the oven until it fully cools down....
These Homemade Paleo Twix Bars are easy to make, and everyone goes crazy for them! A buttery shortbread crust is topped with a homemade caramel sauce and covered in a dark chocolate layer sprinkled with sea salt. They are absolutely decadent and a must-make holiday treat. This recipe is perfect for potlucks, and holidays like Christmas and Valentine’s Day. Twix was one of my absolute favorite candy bars growing up....
Easy to make in under 20 minutes, this classic creamy Peppercorn Sauce is the perfect pairing for your favorite steak. This sauce makes a statement, and it’s perfect for entertaining or date nights . It’s the best flavor combination with my husband’s favorite dinner, Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon , Best Mashed Potatoes , and Sautéed Green Beans . Peppercorn sauce has been a long-time favorite of ours to order in a restaurant over pretty much any cut of steak!...
These Roasted Vegetables are good with everything, it really isn’t an exaggeration. They come together quickly and they can be a side dish or the star of the meal. They are great stirred into risotto or topped with eggs for breakfast. We have even eaten them topped with guacamole and salsa for a quick and delicious dinner. The possibilities are endless. Perhaps my favorite way of all to serve them is alongside a roast chicken with a simple salad....
