The Most Popular Food Trends for 2019

There are SO MANY trends this year. Did you know being a Dietitian is one of them? 😉 It was honestly tough to narrow down the list but thankfully these trends are all over the restaurant industry, social media, and television! 2019 is the year of sustainability and health. All I have to say is…it’sContinueContinue reading “The Most Popular Food Trends for 2019”

Shake your BOM BOM this NYE

Are your New Years Eve plans all squared away?? I didn’t think so 😉 With less than two weeks to go, you have got to nail down your guest list, party favors, food, and drink FAST. You could go the traditional route and buy champagne BUT I have something far more exciting to try thisContinueContinue reading “Shake your BOM BOM this NYE”

Flavors of Fall Dumplings

I am super excited about this recipe. Turns out my tiny child-like fingers are excellent at dumpling making. You learn something new every day I guess. I don’t venture into the dumpling/potsticker game often, but when I do, I go BIG. My friends at JSL Foods were hosting this super awesome contest using Twin Dragon Asian Wrappers. SinceContinueContinue reading “Flavors of Fall Dumplings”

Pumpkin Mac & Cheese with Chicken Sausage, al fresco style

I can’t believe it’s already our THIRD al fresco Tuesday! October is flying by we’re just getting started with the fall recipes. This time, I’m making chicken faster by using fully cooked al fresco chicken sauces right in my baked bake and cheese. It’s a great way to add in delicious all-natural flavor and protein.ContinueContinue reading “Pumpkin Mac & Cheese with Chicken Sausage, al fresco style”

Roasted Fall Vegetable Salad

There’s nothing that I enjoy more than Fall in the Midwest. I’m a big advocate for sustainable foods, which means switching up my usual cooking routine from season to season. Fall happens to be my favorite season because of all the varieties of squash, apples, and cruciferous vegetables, like brussels sprouts. These flavors tend toContinueContinue reading “Roasted Fall Vegetable Salad”

Chicken and Apple Stuffed Squash, al fresco style!  

So nice we had to do it twice!! I am so excited to bring back al fresco Tuesday! Partnering with al fresco in August was AMAZING. They have been a favorite brand of mine for a while so to buddy up with them was a great experience/secretly my dream come true! Plus, I received so manyContinueContinue reading “Chicken and Apple Stuffed Squash, al fresco style!  “

Slow Cooker Brisket

This recipe was developed for Schaendorf Cattle Company. It’s officially getting chilly here in Michigan which means it’s time to dust off the slow cooker for some cozy fall meals! I’m a huge fan of set it and forget it dinners. My slow cooker just happens to be one of my best friends because IContinueContinue reading “Slow Cooker Brisket”

BBQ Chicken Pizza, al fresco style!

It’s al fresco Tuesday once again!! But this time, it’s feeling a little sad because this is the LAST al fresco Tuesday in August. It’s been a great month exploring how to do #ChickenFaster with some of my favorite chicken recipes. I hope you’ve been able to pick up some ideas and also I hopeContinueContinue reading “BBQ Chicken Pizza, al fresco style!”

Caprese Pasta with Chicken Meatballs, al fresco style!

It’s that time again, al fresco Tuesday!! Over this past month, Tuesdays have honestly become my favorite time of the week. Probably because I know I get to share a super fast and delicious weeknight meal with you! This week I tried al fresco’s fully cooked chicken meatballs. And well…I’m addicted. Meatballs are one of myContinueContinue reading “Caprese Pasta with Chicken Meatballs, al fresco style!”

Easy Chicken Stir Fry, al fresco​ style!

It’s time for another al fresco Tuesday!! By far my favorite day of the week. The love affair with al fresco continues. I don’t think I’ll ever get over how delicious their products are AND how easy it makes my weeknight dinners. I’ve talked about this many times before but after cooking all day long, IContinueContinue reading “Easy Chicken Stir Fry, al fresco​ style!”