mexican four bean salad
This vegan Mexican Four Bean Salad is going to be your new favorite picnic or potluck side dish- because it is so flavorful and delicious, but totally easy to make! The creamy avocado and cumin dressing has a kick of smoky chipotle chili that really peps up the canned...
raspberry almond vinaigrette
I have a new salad dressing to share with you today. It is a sweet and tart Raspberry Almond Vinaigrette made from frozen red raspberries, red wine vinegar and shallot. The dressing is emulsified with Dijon mustard and almond oil. It’s just the thing to break you out...
fudgy greek yogurt trail mix brownies
These Fudgy Greek Yogurt Trail Mix Brownies are next level. They are the perfect uber chocolatey, gooey, crunchy dessert to take to your next potluck, picnic, bake sale or barbecue. I originally shared this recipe on June 14, 2013. I have updated the images and some...
Produce Spotlight: The Ultimate Guide to Turnips
Have you ever wondered how to tell the difference between a turnip and a rutabaga? Or how to cook turnips for that matter? Find out the answers today in the Ultimate Guide to Turnips, plus tips on how to store them and more. Origin and Growing Turnips What is the...
easy sesame chicken lettuce wraps
These Easy Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps are ready in just 15 minutes thanks to the convenience of rotisserie chicken. They have radishes, snap peas and fresh herbs in them to give plenty of crunchy fresh flavor the whole family will devour! DISCLOSURE: This post is...
one pot chicken and rice with spring veggies
This 30 minute recipe for One Pot Chicken and Brown Rice with Spring Veggies is favorite weeknight meal for my family. My kids loved it! And I was so happy because it’s whole-grain and each portion has two servings of vegetables and lean protein. It’s a...
white bean bruschetta with garlicky greens
These super versatile and yummy White Bean Bruschetta with Garlicky Greens are the perfect little Italian-inspired appetizer for your spring and summer get-togethers. And they come together in just 30 minutes! I originally shared this recipe on June 10, 2012. I have...
curry roasted cabbage
This basic recipe for curry roasted cabbage is a super flavorful way to use cabbage. It is naturally vegan, whole-30 approved, paleo and gluten-free. Serve it with tofu, meat or fish. This month is going by so fast I think if I close my eyes for longer than a second...
simple steamed cauliflower with herbs
Making this recipe for simple steamed cauliflower with herbs is so easy. All you have to do is chop the cauliflower and steam it. Then drizzle it with a bit of olive oil, herbs and salt and pepper. It’s a naturally low-calorie, low-carb side dish to round out your...
turnips and greens with cashew cream sauce
Before random root season is over, I have a new veggie side dish to share with you: Turnips and greens with Cashew Cream Sauce. It’s naturally gluten-free and low carb. To make it vegan just skip adding in the Pecorino at the end. It’s a creamy yet healthy...
greek yogurt hollandaise
If you love hollandaise sauce but avoid it because it is “so bad for you” then this Greek Yogurt Hollandaise is about to change your life! Serve it for Easter, Mother’s Day or any special occasion. At only 60 calories per serving, you can even have...
Hi! I am Katie and I am glad you're here. Welcome to my Vermont kitchen. I am a classically trained chef, former food stylist and also a reformed dieter. Today, I believe no food should be off limits. Here on my food blog, you'll find hundreds of easy weeknight dinners, simple seasonal vegetable recipes and intuitive eating tips. If you've got seasonal produce and you're wondering what to do with it, or you're just ready to say goodbye to dieting, then we're going to be besties in like one minute! Take a look around, have a bite to eat and let's hang out!
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