Recipes
Ginger Sesame Tofu Power Bowl
This Ginger Sesame Tofu Bowl is a solid go-to whether you’re looking to fuel your day or meal prep something satisfying for the week. It features crispy baked tofu tossed in a sticky ginger-sesame glaze, roasted broccoli, crunchy raw veggies, and brown rice or noodles—all topped with a rich almond butter dressing. It’s balanced, bold, and keeps you full without weighing you down.
Mediterranean Chicken Protein Bowl
This Mediterranean Chicken Protein Bowl is a fresh, flavorful, and filling meal that works just as well for a quick lunch as it does for weekly meal prep.
Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers
These classic stuffed bell peppers are simple, hearty, and full of everyday ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The combination of ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese makes this a dependable, satisfying meal that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does for a small gathering.
Dan Dan Noodles
With a base of spaghetti, savory-sweet ground pork, crunchy peanuts, and a luscious chili-sesame sauce, this version brings the iconic Szechuan street food flavor to your weeknight dinner lineup — no specialty market required.
Spicy Sesame Garlic Noodles
These spicy sesame garlic noodles use regular pasta and everyday ingredients to make something that feels indulgent, cozy, and super satisfying. It's spicy, nutty, garlicky, and slurpable — exactly what you want when a takeout craving hits but you're staying in your pj's.
Berry Cool Frozen Yogurt Bites
These Frozen Yogurt Fruit Bites are one of my go-to snacks when I want something healthy but still feel like I’m treating myself. They’re perfect for warm weather, road trips with a cooler, or even as a sweet after-school snack.
Garlic Herb Butter Tortellini
This garlic herb butter tortellini is cozy, savory, and packed with flavor — perfect when you want something simple but elevated. It’s my favorite way to turn cheese tortellini into a buttery, herby side dish in minutes.
Italian Sausages with Peppers, Onions & Garlic Tomato Pan Sauce
Whole Italian sausages, beautifully browned (with bonus grill marks if you’ve got a grill pan), simmered in a rustic mix of sweet bell peppers, onions, and a garlicky tomato glaze.
Cilantro Lime Rice
This copycat cilantro lime rice tastes just like Chipotle's—maybe even better. It's fluffy, fresh, zippy, and goes with everything from burrito bowls to dal to grilled veggies. If you're building a flavor-packed meal at home, this rice is your not-so-secret weapon.
Cozy Weeknight Chana Masala
Chana Masala is one of those dishes that somehow manages to be hearty, healthy, and deeply satisfying all at once. This version is perfect for weeknights when you're craving something warm and cozy with just the right amount of spice. Bonus: it's naturally vegan, high-protein, and made almost entirely with pantry staples!
Lazy Slow Cooker Beef Tips in Savory Onion Gravy
This recipe is for when you're running from class to work to walking the dogs and just need dinner to make itself. You literally dump everything into the slow cooker—no chopping, no searing, no babysitting.
Creamy Lemon Pepper Orzo with Spinach & Parmesan
This one-pot orzo dish is the weeknight hero you didn’t know you needed. It’s cozy, creamy, bright from the lemon, and feels a little fancy even though it takes barely 20 minutes and zero brain power.
Creamy Kale & Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Pasta
This creamy kale and sun-dried tomato pasta is the kind of dish that feels fancy but takes almost no effort. It’s garlicky, savory, a little tangy from the sun-dried tomatoes, and rich with cream and parmesan.
Smoky Ground Beef Taco Filling
This is the easiest way to make taco night feel extra delicious. We’re skipping the seasoning packet but keeping all the flavor: smoky chipotle, garlic, tomato paste, and warm ground cumin give this beef a rich, bold profile — finished with a little lime for brightness.
Toasted Brioche Sloppy Joes with Smoky-Sweet Tomato Sauce
There’s something about Sloppy Joes that hits a core childhood memory — saucy, messy, sweet-savory joy on a bun. This elevated version trades in the canned mix for a rich tomato-balsamic jam, smoky spices, and deeply caramelized ground beef (or mushroom mix!).
Cherry Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
This single-serve jar is packed with fiber, protein, and flavor, and it comes together in minutes. It’s the perfect grab-and-go breakfast that feels indulgent but is secretly good for you.
One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta Bake
Sometimes, you just want something cozy and satisfying that comes together fast—and this is that dinner. Think of it as Hamburger Helper’s cooler, homemade cousin: creamy, cheesy, beefy goodness with tender pasta and a secret veggie boost.
Creamy Chipotle Rotini
If you're craving comfort with a little kick, this Creamy Chipotle Rotini has your name all over it. It’s smoky, a little spicy, super creamy—and those pasta spirals hold onto every drop of the sauce like champs. Perfect for when you want something easy and wildly flavorful.
Creamy Herbed Chicken Salad
Still easy. Still creamy. But now with extra texture and flavor thanks to those crunchy celery bits and the subtle sharpness of red onion. It’s just a little more elevated while still keeping that nostalgic chicken salad feel.
Slow Cooker Creamy Chipotle Ranch Shredded Chicken
This slow cooker shredded chicken is ranchy, creamy, and has just enough smoky heat to keep things interesting. It’s one of those throw-it-in-and-go recipes that somehow tastes like you worked way harder than you did. Perfect for busy days, lazy Sundays, or meal prep situations.