Salt-“Roasted” Beets

Salt-“Roasted” Beets

One of my favorite ways to eat beets is roasted and finished with a vinaigrette. I used the components of a lemon-Dijon dressing to flavor the beets as they cooked, resulting in tangy, mustardy, tender fuchsia bites. These would make a great winter side dish,...
Chipotle Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms

Chipotle Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms

This little concoction might not win any beauty contests, but it’s my favorite addition to a burger and it makes me jump out of bed in the morning to eat it with fried eggs. It’s spicy and mushroom-y, and our family absolutely adores it. Prep time 15 minutesMakes...
Simple Shrimp Fajitas

Simple Shrimp Fajitas

Here’s a fun, colorful, and incredibly easy recipe to make if you’ve got company. I love making a Mexican-inspired meal for guests, but I find it tedious to prepare all of the necessary components. Tossing the peppers, onions, and shrimp in the slow cooker allows you...
Lemon-Garlic Shrimp and Zoodles

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp and Zoodles

Here’s another seafood plus zoodle recipe. This one comes together quickly and would be a great lunch or light dinner option if you’ve got company. Prep time 15 minutesServes 6 2 pounds (905 g) summer squash (zucchini, yellow squash), spiralized (See Squash Noodles)5...
Thai Green Curry with Lobster

Thai Green Curry with Lobster

Thai curry paste is a great shortcut! Depending on where you live, it might be hard to find Thai ingredients like lemongrass, kefir leaves, and galangal. The store-bought paste has all of those. Just check the ingredient labels for undesirable ingredients! Prep time...