By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ The cool and chilly fall weather has me craving all types of soup! I love a good squash soup, and Taproot Farm's Honeynut Winter Squash are perfect for a sweet and flavorful soup base. This ...
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Local Cheesesteak Bowl >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ This dish is a tribute to all of my Philadelphia friends and family as we kickoff a different type of 2020 football season! I've heard from many that watching football on TV and other sports ...
Green Lentil Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ As fall approaches and the school year kicks in, it's always nice to have a few easy recipes on hand. Although we are reaching the end of summer vegetables, this recipe is easy and flexible ...
Mediterranean Quinoa with Tomatoes and Arugula >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ I have been missing all of the unique cuisines I would have through travel or simply eating out. However, this pandemic has inspired me to bring more unique flavors and combinations into my meals at ...
Sweet and Creamy Shishito Pepper Chicken >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Looking for a satisfying and flavorful dinner idea for the week? Look no further than this cheese stuffed, shishito topped baked chicken recipe! I love the combination of flavors in this dish - a creaminess ...
Crispy Sheet Pan Red Potatoes and Sweet Onions >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ I love sheet pan meals and side dishes. Anything that's easy in the food prep realm I am always game for. Crispy sheet pan potatoes are a favorite of mine, because it's a super hands ...
Creamy Beet and Basil Risotto >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Risotto is a traditional Northern Italian rice dish. You have likely experienced its deliciousness in Italian restaurants or have made the dish at home for a special meal. When I crave "comfort foods", risotto is ...
Root Vegetable Greens and Strawberry Smoothie >
By Alysha Melnyk ~Author Notes~ Anyone else quick to throw away or compost those root vegetable greens because you don't exactly know how to use them? I was personally guilty of doing that for years. Yet the greens are a ...
Spicy Kale, Bacon and Asiago Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” >
When you want pasta, bacon AND to eat more vegetables, this recipe does the trick! I love creating new versions of spaghetti squash "pastas"! If you've been following my blog, you may have seen the recipes I've had for Vegan ...
Savory Lentil, Carrot and Kale Pie >
Pie for dinner is always a good idea (trust me!). Sometimes, you just need pie for dinner! And I feel like savory pies don't get as much attention as the typical dessert pies. But, I assure you they are just ...
Kale, Salami and Mozzarella Egg Muffins >
An easy make-ahead breakfast or snack ready to go in your refrigerator! I am always looking for easy and healthy on-the-go breakfast ideas. Typically I find myself in a scramble in the morning trying to get every odd and end ...
Thai Basil, Cantaloupe & Cucumber Salad >
Looking for an innovative way to spice up your cantaloupe? Look no further than this recipe! A simple and refreshing way to use fruits, vegetables and herbs, you pack a lot of flavor into a simple dish with very few ingredients. Definitely a "change-up" from the traditional fruit salad or house salad and a way to refresh during these hot August days. I hope you all enjoy - happy cooking and creating! 🙂