The Lighter Side

Serve a crowd or just a few with this simple but flavorful platter cobb salad featuring tangy, moist vinegar brined grilled chicken. Top it with an easy homemade ranch or …

Oven roasted corn is one of my favorites and this version gets a lift from the always wonderful bacon and sweet caramelized onions. It’s a great change from your typical …

Spice up your weeknight vegetables with a greek cucumber tomato salad that brings a whole new spin to healthy. Fresh cucumbers, salty feta and simple spices make this an easy supper side …

Is healthy food on a budget really possible? I believe that with some logical approaches and the recognition that you probably won’t be able to do it perfectly right out …

Baked salmon fillet begs for bold, fresh flavors. Use these simple steps to add lemon, dill and roasted tomatoes to yours. Bake it all up on a sheet pan and …

Learn how to broil skirt steak and flank steak that stays juicy and tender from oven to table and is ready in 15 minutes or less. It’s one of my …

If there ever was a task worth learning at home, discovering how to make chicken stock is certainly one of them. So much simpler than you think it is, you …

If learning how to roast a chicken in the oven has felt overwhelming–get ready for a big confidence boost. This recipe is super easy, takes about an hour from start to …

Easy grilled fish tacos are a staple in our house year round. It took some time for me to find just the right affordable but delicious fish to feed all …

Lemon balm benefits the body in a spectrum of amazing ways, but it also carries risks. Discover how you can incorporate the bright flavor and support of lemon balm into …

Making your own juicy, oven roasted turkey breast that doesn’t make you choke or look for the gravy to hide the dryness–is it possible? It is. Discover how a simple …

Easy gluten free banana bread is all it should be–one bowl and so moist that butter will just be optional. Wrap it up and keep it on the counter for …

Greek stuffed peppers are a nice change from the classic rice and ground beef version we usually eat in the south. Dive in to tender chicken, tangy olives, and feta …

Old Bay shrimp boil packets take away all the fuss of a big pot of simmering water (unless you have time for that) and lets you enjoy the same flavors …

Baby back ribs on the grill are a specialty of summer–and something every rib lover wants to have on their table when they get a chance. My version takes a …

Provolone and prosciutto chicken rollatini is a mouthful to say but way easier to make. Plus, you get tired of plain old baked chicken and this version bakes up gooey, …

Sausage and lentil soup is a the perfect blend of vegetables, Italian sausage and tender lentils that will leave you with a smile when you take a taste. Coming in …

Classic deviled eggs aren’t rocket science, but they do need the right balance of tangy, salty and lip-smackingly good ingredients that will have them gobbled up in minutes. Get the …

15 minute broccoli beef stir fry is truly a busy person’s weeknight meal. Healthier than take out (and hello–cheaper) you can get big, bold flavors on the table in, well, …

Easy roasted radishes bring new flavors and color to your roasted vegetable dinner routine, they’re ready in 15 minutes, and taste nothing like you think they will!

These easy Maryland crab cakes showcase the delicate flavor of crab without buying it under a ton of ingredients you just don’t need. Fast and easy for a weeknight dinner, …

Vegetable beef soup should be hearty and just downright easy to do. This version is affordable with frozen vegetables and slow-cooked beef to fill you (or your crowd) up in …

Dutch oven pot roast with carrots and potatoes gets juicy and fork tender right from the oven. If you have time to skip the slow cooker, it’s worth it for …

Asian chicken noodle soup is an easy way to change the classic carrots, celery and egg noodles and  brighten them up with garlic, ginger,  and soy.  Add a punch of heat, this …