We love a good seasonal salad, and this Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad is currently at the top of our list! It’s light, but satisfying, has amazing texture, and would work well as either an appetizer, side dish, or an entrée when served with your favorite protein. Here’s why we love it so much: No cook! With 5 simple ingredients, you can have this on the dinner table in no time. There’s no cooking involved, and you can cut down on prep time by buying store-bought shaved Brussels sprouts. Baby…
Continue ReadingButternut Squash Lasagna Roll Ups
Looking for a unique and delicious way to enjoy lasagna? Try these Butternut Squash Lasagna Roll Ups! Instead of the classic lasagna filling with marinara sauce, meat sauce, or sausage they feature mashed butternut squash, ricotta cheese, sage, and a silky smooth béchamel sauce. Basically, they taste like fall! Not only do these lasagna roll-ups feed a crowd, they’re a fun activity for the family to assemble together. Make in advance, then enjoy for Friendsgiving or any special gathering this fall or winter! *This post was sponsored by Balducci’s. All opinions…
Continue ReadingRoasted Cornish Game Hens
Cornish game hens are similar to chickens, but significantly smaller in size. They can often be prepared in the same way, but result in a smaller portion. This also means that they take less time to cook! This roasted Cornish Game Hen recipe is simple, yet impressive, and perfect for 2-4 guests. You should figure that each person will eat half a Cornish game hen, especially when multiple sides are served. If you’re serving fewer side dishes, assume each person will eat a full Cornish game hen on their own….
Continue ReadingWild Rice Salad
Wild Rice Salad is a fantastic Thanksgiving side dish that has a great texture and a slightly sweet, yet nutty flavor. It’s packed with roasted vegetables, crunchy apple, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds. When the rice is hot, you’ll add a full bag of fresh baby spinach and stir until wilted. We love to toss this with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This particular rice salad recipe definitely runs sweet, in large part because of the fruit, but we find it to be a great addition to the abundance of savory…
Continue ReadingBrined Pork Chops
These Brined Pork Chops with Garlic and Sage are a quintessential fall dinner that is sure to please the whole family! While we do recommend letting the pork chops marinate for a few hours (or overnight), it’s a really hands off process that delivers a lot of flavor, while also keeping the pork incredibly tender and juicy. This is a perfect meal to prep in advance for company or just to serve on a cool fall or winter evening. Our favorite side dishes? Mashed butternut squash and sautéed mushrooms —…
Continue ReadingFarro Salad
This Farro Salad is an epic vegetarian side dish or entrée that will liven up any holiday spread (Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving side dish? Yes, please!)! It’s loaded with veggies, dried fruits, nuts, and a seriously delicious honey mustard vinaigrette. Not only does it taste amazing, but it’s vegan and dairy-free! If you’ve never cooked farro before, don’t be intimidated! It’s similar to making other grains, like rice or quinoa. The farro boils in liquid, absorbing as it cooks. We’re using vegetable broth, but water is fine too. You definitely want…
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