This soup is a comforting twist on the classic Italian dish, combining all the rich flavors of lasagna into a hearty, flavorful soup. With layers of tender pasta, savory ground meat, and a medley of aromatic herbs, this dish will check all of the boxes this holiday season!
Also called baked ziti, this pasta dish is similar to a lasagna but spares you the exhausting hours of prep time. This recipe also uniquely features ground turkey instead of ground beef for a leaner meat option without sacrificing flavor or texture!
Everyone loves leftover turkey from Thanksgiving dinner. This easy recipe uses leftover turkey and gravy to make a rich, hearty stew perfect for this chilly season. Enjoy!
Lemons and blueberries are a classic flavor combination, and these muffins will soon become a family favorite. They are moist, tender, and bursting with fresh blueberry and lemon flavors. The yogurt adds protein and calcium; the blueberries add fiber and vitamin C, and Shhh…no one will know you used...
This light and brothy chicken soup comes together in under one hour and is perfect for those cold, winter nights. Orzo is rice shaped pasta and makes the soup creamy. Feel free to add more lemon juice to make it more lemony or a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store to cut down on prep time.
This simple recipe is a deliciously sweet tart dessert that is light and low in calories. It is perfect for a party or as a stay-at-home dessert that will melt in your mouth.
Oregano is a popular and easy-to-grow herb. In this pesto recipe, oregano is used in place of the more commonly used herb, basil. You will find this pesto bursting with freshness; it can be used to top fish or chicken, as a sandwich spread, or mixed into warm pasta. Enjoy!
This is a classic dish from the Greeks who lived in Constantinople, Turkey (now Istanbul), who were well-known as excellent cooks. A perfect example of a nutritious meal, it is rich in Vitamin C, A, fiber and potassium. Serve it with crusty bread to collect all the delicious juices.
Do you have lentils and mangoes in your kitchen? Try this delicious Colombian recipe that combines both! This easy recipe is loaded with nutrients like fiber, Vitamins A and C, Iron and Potassium. It is tangy, sweet, colorful and easy to make.
Lentil and vegetable soup with pasta is a comforting meal that can be made with staple pantry items and seasonal ingredients at any time of the year. While you may associate soups with winter, the best thing about making this meal in the summer is that you don’t have to heat up your home with the...
This lentil minestrone is a classic Italian soup that has a fun twist to it: sweet potato. This soup is packed with vegetables and deliciously flavored with garlic, chicken bouillon, and lemon juice.
Lentils are the base of this kid-friendly favorite. Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are also rich in iron. Iron is a part of hemoglobin in red blood cells, and it helps to transport oxygen to our body tissues. Having enough iron is important to ensure you have the energy to...
There’s just something about these cold winter days that make us crave soups and stews. Try this lentil stew that’s packed with veggies and fiber! It cooks in one soup pot and makes a generous 8 servings. Serve it with some crusty bread – try whole wheat bread for some extra fiber!
Lentil tacos? Maybe you're already a vegetarian? Or maybe you don't want to spend $4/lb. for ground beef? You'll never know the meat is missing in these incredibly flavorful and filling tacos! Packed with protein and healthy fats (avocado & olive oil), you'll love the freshness of this simple dish...
We’re bringing a taste of the South to Chicago with this spiced sweet potato pie recipe. This traditional holiday dessert is sure to add a warm, baked aroma to your kitchen and a smile to you and your family members’ faces!
Craving something sweet? Look no further! Enjoy this lighter version of a dessert crisp filled with sweet apples, flavored with spices, and crumbly oat topping.
This is a plant-based version of Chick-fil-a's famous dressing. It is made with vegan mayo and soy milk. Add it to salads, sandwiches, and grain bowls, or use it as a dip for raw veggies.
This simple yet filling meal combines fiber and healthy fats. Enjoy this flavorful meal for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. The possibilities are endless!
Don’t hesitate to make biscuits from scratch! They are easier than they look and a time saver when you can bake them directly from the freezer. Prep these on a weekend, bake what you need and freeze the rest.
Plantains are a fruit (that look like a large banana) and are a staple in South and Central American, African, and Caribbean cooking. Unlike a banana, though, plantains cannot be eaten raw; they must be cooked. Mangú, or mashed plantain, is one of the most well-known dishes from the Dominican...
This recipe is a mouthwatering dish that balances sweet and savory flavors. Marinated in a yummy blend of Dijon mustard, maple syrup, garlic, and herbs, these juicy thighs cook up to perfection with a crispy outer skin. This dish could pair perfectly with some fluffy rice or roasted vegetables.
This delicious and flavorful one pot meal includes eggplants and peppers that simmer away in a zesty and tangy tomato sauce with lentils for a delicious and filling dish that can be eaten as a hot entrée or appetizer. It is also perfect for enjoying cold as well!
