the diary of a mad food scientist

Vegetarian “Bolognese”

This Vegetarian “Bolognese” has been in my weekly meal rotation …

Spring Farro Salad

It’s spring (even if Minnesota doesn’t know it yet). This …

My Favorite Beet Salad

Confession. I am not a salad gal. Nine times out …

Cozy Chicken Wild Rice Soup

I’m from the Midwest, and in Minnesota, creamy, decadent, basically …

Spicy Sweet Potato and Sausage Soup

Let’s face it, we are in the midst of a …

Vegetarian One Pot Pasta

This Vegetarian One Pot Pasta has quickly found its way …

Dutch Baby with Poached Pears

This Dutch Baby with Poached Pears is a glorious winter …

Pear and Caramelized Onion Risotto

This cozy Pear and Caramelized Onion Risotto is about to …

Liège Style Waffles

These Liège Style Waffles are inspired by a classic Belgian …

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are made for cozy winter nights. Brownie-like …

Vegan French Toast Bake

This Vegan French Toast Bake is perfect for any weekend …

Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies

These Vegan Pecan Pie Brownies are the perfect marriage of …

Pumpkin Turtle Cheesecake

Dive into this fluffy Pumpkin Turtle Cheesecake. Smooth and creamy, …

Chocolate Chess Pie

Chocolate Chess Pie is a delicious tribute to classic chess …

French Silk Pie

French Silk Pie! What a dreamy treat. Buttery crust, fluffy …

Vegan Peanut Butter Pie

This Vegan Peanut Butter Pie is the sophisticated older sister …

Creamy Potato and Leek Soup

My eating style is the inverse to the weather outside. …

Blended Caramelized Onion and Carrot Soup

This Blended Caramelized Onion and Carrot Soup may only require …

Vegetable Soup with Spicy Chicken Italian Sausage

It’s officially soup season. Time to get cozy and whip …

Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie

Looking for a cozy vegetarian dinner? Add this Vegetarian Shepherd’s …

Easy Apple Crisp

We are heading into peak apple season, so throw on …

Blackened Tofu with Avocado Crema

Looking for a way to spice up your tofu? This …

Roasted Corn Salad with Avocado Crema

This Roasted Corn Salad with Avocado Crema features roasted veggies …

Strawberries and Cream Chia Seed Pudding

Strawberries & Cream Chia Seed Pudding Looking for a wholesome …

Orecchiette with Creamy Tomato Sauce

What’s better than a cozy dish of pasta? This Orecchiette …

Fried Halloumi with Tomatoes Confit

I am a HUGE fan of halloumi! If you haven’t …

Roasted Romaine Caesar Salad

This Roasted Romaine Caesar Salad takes a classic dish and …

Sticky Black Pepper Tofu

This Sticky Black Pepper Tofu features tender tofu, with lightly …

Vegetarian Corn and Potato Chowder

I am always on the hunt for a delicious soup …

Dark Chocolate Mousse

Dark Chocolate Mousse is a classic dessert for a reason. …

Slow Roasted Cauliflower Bowl

If you’re looking for something nourishing, comforting, and freaking delicious, …

Slow Roasted Tomato Soup

This is not your ordinary, thin, acidic, and not-so-satiating tomato …

Ultimate Crispy Potato Wedges

I hate using terms like “ultimate” or “the best ever” …

Coconut Crusted Tofu

This Coconut Crusted Tofu features tender and mild tofu, coated …

Herbed Tempeh Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce

These Herbed Tempeh Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce will be …

Cornbread Pancakes

These Cornbread Pancakes are light, fluffy, and perfect for both …

Honey Mustard Glazed Tempeh

An easy weeknight meal, or a special weekend treat! This …

Caramelized Onion Dip

This is no average dip. This Caramelized Onion Dip is …

Healthy Broccoli Salad

This Healthy Broccoli Salad is everything your summer picnic needs. …

Shredded Chicken Curry Salad

This Shredded Chicken Curry Salad is super quick and only …

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Few things beat the fresh and zippy flavor of fresh …

Blueberry Smash Mocktail

Each sip of this Blueberry Smash Mocktail features fresh and …

Mozzarella Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Mozzarella Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is a thing of beauty. Hear …

Homemade Pinto Beans

Making your own beans may feel intimidating. I get it, …

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Crumb

Asparagus is such a delicious vegetable. I look forward to …

Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Gnocchi

We’ve all been there, we get overzealous buying up cans …

Easy Homemade Tortillas

Have you ever made your own? If you’ve been out …

Banana Bread Blondies

Warning, these babies are MOIST. I know many of you …

Browned Butter Granola

This Browned Butter Granola is everything your granola dreams are …

Cafe Mocha Oats

I wake up every morning with one thing on my …

Barbecue Rubbed Tempeh

Barbecue Rubbed Tempeh is perfect for summertime, or for when …

Vegan Roasted Broccoli Soup

This Vegan Roasted Broccoli Soup may not feature the usual, …

Raw Vegetable Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing

I enjoyed this Raw Vegetable Salad with a Sesame Ginger …

Cabbage Steaks with Spicy Soy Ginger Glaze

Sometimes the veggies are the star of the show. Meatless …

Shrimp with Shaved Zucchini Salad

Sometimes we just need something fresh, and veggie loaded. This …

Homemade Ranch Dressing

I am not ashamed to say that sometimes veggies are …

Buffalo Chicken Salad

I picked up some canned chicken recently with no plan …

Bok Choy with Chili Ginger Sauce

Bok Choy is one of my favorite vegetables. It’s mild …

Carrot Cake Cookies

These Carrot Cake Cookies are not your average cookie. They …

Chicken Meatballs in Red Sauce

Sometimes all you need is a cozy home-cooked meal for …

Pear Yogurt Bowl with Thyme Honey

Sometimes we just need a sweet treat to close out …

Saffron Seared Chicken Thighs

This page contains an affiliate link. If you choose to …

Vegan Tempeh Chili

This Vegan Tempeh Chili is full of pantry-friendly ingredients, long-lasting …

Restaurant Worthy Half Chicken

Ever go to a restaurant and order chicken only to …

Quick Pickled Onions

Pickled veggies are a simple and delicious add to any …

Blood Orange Mocktail

Blood Orange Mocktail. I don’t drink alcohol, but that doesn’t …

Bruschetta

My favorite recipes are the ones that have only the …

Vegan Italian Sausage

Tempeh is my favorite meat substitute of the moment. I …

Grapefruit Ginger Jam

I love this grapefruit ginger jam because it’s so tart. …

Oatmeal with Blueberry Compote and Almonds

Oatmeal is a breakfast staple, but it can get boring, …

Turmeric Latte

Calling this a latte is quite the stretch. Confession, there’s …

Cauliflower Steaks with Smoked Paprika Spice Rub

If your meatless Monday needs an upgrade or your weeknight …

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Confession… this recipe happened by accident. I only had two …

Massaged Kale Winter Salad

I am not a salad gal. With the exception of …

Vegan Jackfruit Carnitas

If you’re looking to reduce your meat consumption, need a …

Cast Iron Cornbread

I love love love my cast iron, and I love …

White Chocolate Raspberry Doughnuts

I’m a fruit dessert kind of human. Take me to …

Chocolate Espresso Doughnuts

Chocolate Espresso Doughnuts. Do I need to say anything else? …

Chia Seed Pudding

Chia Seed Pudding is a simple, delicious treat. I love …

Vegan Rice Pudding

Few things are as cozy and comforting as a warm …

Pesto Chicken Meatballs

This recipe is so simple that you can make it …

Polenta with Shiitake Mushrooms and Gravy

This Polenta with Shiitake Mushrooms and Gravy is the simple, …

Winter Citrus Yogurt Bowl

Winter can be dreadful and dragging. Each day is just …

Risotto with Blistered Tomatoes

Risotto is a notorious dish. It has this reputation of …

Creamy Tahini Dressing

Some days you just want to make your own dressing. …

Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowl with Creamy Tahini Dressing

This Roasted Vegetable Grain Bowl with Creamy Tahini Dressing is …

Blueberry Cornmeal Pancakes

I’m a savory breakfast gal almost 100% of the time. …

Sea Salt and Chocolate Covered Oranges

I know, I know… this hardly counts as a recipe. …

Overnight Oats with Caramelized Bananas and Praline Pecans

I am a savory breakfast gal, but when it comes …

Soyrizo Skillet

Weather it’s weekend brunch time, or a breakfast for dinner …

Soba Noodles with Soy Ginger Tempeh

In an effort to eat more plants and less animal …

Winter Citrus Salad

There are a few things I miss in the winter …

Moroccan Spiced Soup

Warm and sweet spices infuse each and every bite of …

Dark Chocolate Custard with Fresh Berries

Chocolate, what else must I say? This dairy-free and refined-sugar-free …

Crispy Garlic Herb Tempeh

This Crispy Garlic Herb Tempeh is both loaded with flavor …

Tempeh Bolognese

I know, I know. No beef, no pancetta, but all …

Tempeh Chickpea Curry

Over the years, I have been reducing my meat consumption …

Cranberry Pear Tart

Dig into this winter-inspired dessert. Each slice of this Cranberry …

White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

Chewy, moist, sweet, and delicious. These White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies …

Pomegranate Bark

This Pomegranate Bark is the homemade chocolate treat you didn’t …

Kale & White Bean Soup

Kale & White Bean Soup – Also called, a bunch …

Chicken Thighs with Tomato Basil White Wine Sauce

Dig into these tender and juicy Chicken Thighs with Tomato …

Thai Curry Soup

This Thai Curry Soup is loaded with tender rice noodles, …

Baked Brie Bites

These Baked Brie Bites make for the perfectly balance appetizer …

Cranberry Thyme Mocktail

This Cranberry Thyme Mocktail is the holiday drink for all …

Pomegranate Mint Mocktail

Looking for a pretty holiday beverage to please your guests …

Grapefruit & Rosemary Mocktail

From a girl who doesn’t drink alcohol but is a …

Oat Milk Hot Cocoa

A rich and creamy Oat Milk Hot Cocoa is exactly …

Eggnog

I freaking love eggnog.  I love making it, and I …

Chicken Skillet with White Wine Gravy

If you’re looking for a rich and indulgent, cozy meal, …

Pesto Brussels Sprouts

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the Thanksgiving to-do list, I …

Winter Lentil Bowl

Dig into this warm and cozy Winter Lentil Bowl. Featuring …

Chicken & Vegetable Soup

Chicken & Vegetable Soup is such a winter classic. It’s …

Mixed Berry Crumble

This Mixed Berry Crumble will bring you back to summer …

Fresh Apple Skillet

Move aside apple pie, this Fresh Apple Skillet is the …

Butternut Squash Casserole

This butternut squash casserole is warm, cozy, and loaded with …

Cinnamon Applesauce

Making homemade cinnamon applesauce is my fall ritual. I grew …

No Bake Fig Tart

This No Bake Fig Tart is ready in minutes! A …

Black Pepper Stir Fry

This Black Pepper Stir Fry is a great for a …

Spicy Almond Butter Chicken

You’ve tried peanut sauce, right?! Well, I love it, but …

Honey Fermented Garlic

Three words that will change your life: Honey Fermented Garlic …

Roasted Corn Salsa with Avocado & Lime Dressing

It’s forever summer in my mind, so I’m making the …

Quick Pickled Cucumber Salad

This Quick Pickled Cucumber Salad is perfectly crisp and fresh …

Buffalo Chicken

Buffalo Chicken is one of my go-to meal-prep staples. Most …

Lemon Basil Sorbet

I’m one of those weirdos who would much rather have …

Vegan Lentil Tacos

Earlier this winter, I took a beautiful trip to San …

Chicken & Mushroom Skillet

Winters in Minnesota are long, but delicious new recipes like …

Turkey Sweet Potato Chili

I could eat chili for breakfast, lunch, and dinner during …

Cast Iron Cornbread

I am on a total Chili-eating kick lately. To be …

Kamut and Wild Rice Salad

I was assigned to bring a side dish to contribute …

Pear Skillet

This Pear Skillet is inspired by my love for warm …

Banana & Chocolate Chip Muffins

There’s something so comforting about familiar flavors, and that’s what …

Super Simple Shredded Chicken

Meal prepping for the week can be monotonous and boring, …

Autumn Stuffed Acorn Squash

Your favorite fall flavors just got an upgrade with these …

Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

Have you ever made your own ice cream? It’s surprisingly …

Pumpkin Pie Panna Cotta

I love panna cotta because it is so simple to …

Summer Pasta Salad

I love a good pasta salad. To me, a good …

Pumpkin Spice Latte Rice Crispy Bars

I love fall spices and pumpkin spice everything, but I …

Apple Chai Muffins

Cooler weather means I am filling my home with the …

Sweet Potato Fritters

Sweet potatoes are my favorite addition to any breakfast, but …

Summer Fruit Crisp

You guys all know that summer is EVERYTHING to me. …

Vegan Enchiladas

Meal prep has been a total struggle for me, but …

Watermelon Salad

If you follow me on Instagram (if you don’t, go …

Barbecue Chicken Grilled Pizza

If I had to choose one food to eat for …

Strawberry Rhubarb Bars

Sometimes my recipes don’t go as planned. I always go …

Potato Salad

I am one of those weirdos who hates mayo. Egg …

No Bake Strawberry Tart

Believe it or not, you are only 6 ingredients away …

Chocolate Peanut Butter Puffed Rice Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Puffed Rice Bars… whoa… that’s a mouth …

Falafel

Last May I visited New York City. It’s one of …

Triple Berry Crisp

I am addicted to this Triple Berry Crisp. What’s for …

Curry Skillet

You may have noticed from the handful of recipes, but …

Teriyaki Glazed Salmon

Some nights I head into the kitchen with no plan …

Zucchini Caprese Salad

I have said this before, and I will say this …

Homemade Barbecue Sauce

I know you’re not rolling into the summer season without …

How to Make a Kale Salad that Doesn’t Taste Like Dirt

Let me just preface this by saying, if you don’t …

Tomato Basil Skillet

I don’t mean to be dramatic, but my taste testers …

Shrimp Tostada

Tacos are so 2017. It’s time to elevate to the …

Pesto Hummus

I always make my own hummus. It’s one of those …

Purple Gnocchi

For me, there is something meditative about cooking. I love …

8 Minute Macaroni & Cheese

Disclaimer: This recipe requires a pressure cooker. Not only is …

Strawberries & Cream Oatmeal Bake

There’s something so comforting about a warm, fresh oatmeal bake. …

Blueberry Crumb Bars

Blueberries are back in season – thank goodness! – and …

Southwest Breakfast Skillet

I am a savory breakfast kind of gal! I will …

No Bake Key Lime Pie Bars

Key Lime Pie is my mom’s favorite dessert. With Mother’s …

Asiago Bagels

I have a degree in Food Engineering, and I have …

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts are making a comeback. As a kid, brussels …

Lemon Coconut Bites

Blame it on my spring fever, but my kitchen is …

Sweet and Spicy Wings

Ever want to know the secret to the perfect wing? …

Spring Vegetable Quinoa Salad

My favorite part about spring is when the local farmer’s …

Chickpea Salad with Thai Peanut Dressing

Salads can be boring, but they don’t have to be! …

Raw Lemon Bars

I love fresh lemon in the spring and summertime. It’s …

Flourless Chocolate Cake

This Flourless Chocolate Cake is only FIVE INGREDIENTS. Yes, you …

Vegan Chocolate Mousse

Some nights I have a HUGE cravings and am desperate …

Loaded Granola Bars

I used to eat a lot of pre-packaged granola bars. …

Parmesan Smashed Potatoes

I am in love with Parmesan Smashed Potatoes. How has …

Turkey Meatballs

I am totally digging these Turkey Meatballs. They are so …

Raspberry Crisp

Living in Minnesota, it’s hard for me to get my …

Lemon Blueberry Scones

Nothing pairs better than two conflicting flavors. These Lemon Blueberry …

Vegan Caprese Pasta

I have been slowly reducing my meat/animal product consumption over …

Southwest Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

If the primary spices in a meal include chili powder …

Baked & Blackened Tilapia

I love fresh fish, but I live in Minnesota (currently…). …

Rosemary Roasted Carrots

I love rosemary. It’s my favorite herb. I love it …

Loaded Carrot Cake

I love carrot cake. ESPECIALLY when it’s loaded with little …

Paleo Everything Bagel

As you know, I am a savory breakfast kinda gal, …

Vegan Girl Scout Cookies

It’s Girl Scout Cookie Season! A couple of years ago …

PB & J Donuts

My kitchen is full of random accessories and appliances – …

Curry Veggie Burgers

I have recently been incorporating more plant-based meals into my …

Lentil Dhal

If there’s one flavor profile I couldn’t live without, it …

Pesto Pasta Bake

I love batch cooking, and I especially love it when …

Coconut Macaroons

Late night snacking is my worst enemy. I can have …

Dirty Chai Energy Bites

A few things you should know about me: I love …

Honey Balsamic Beets

Roasted veggies is one of my go-to meal prep tricks. …

Berry Skillet Cobbler

Berries and cobbler make for a fantastic summer dessert! Plus, …

Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Citrus Slaw

Taco Monday, Taco Tuesday, Taco Wednesday, we would eat these …

Paleo Turkey Burger Sliders

It wouldn’t be summertime without lots of grillin’ and today …

Creamy Chicken & Veggie Bake

What we look for in the ideal meal prep: protein …

Banana French Toast Bake

Some weekends call for a feast. We whipped this recipe …

Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

What’s your favorite summer flavor combo? Ours is Strawberry Rhubarb. …

Protein Mousse with Berry Compote

This Protein Mousse with Berry Compote is here to save …

Strawberry Rhubarb Crostata

Summer is our favorite time of the year – probably …

Almond Energy Bites

We have been making almond milk like crazy lately, but …

Rich & Creamy Toasted Coconut Almond Milk

We love making our own almond milk. We like being …

Dessert Sweet Potatoes with Blackberry Compote

One of the toughest things to do when we are …

Breakfast Tostadas with Grilled Pineapple Salsa

Taco Tuesday. Tostada Tuesday. Whatever you want – let’s do …

Papaya Mint Mocktail

Did you know that M doesn’t drink alcohol? It’s a …

Paleo Blueberry & Almond Scones with Blueberry Compote

Sunday brunch, Monday morning pick-me-up, late morning snack, whatever you …

Southwest Taco Casserole

Are you in a meal prep rut? I often find …

Homemade Farmer’s Cheese

If you’ve ever considered making your own cheese, this Homemade …

Thai Peanut Sauce

When we say that we love peanut butter, we mean …

Tropical Pineapple Glaze

I have been on a major MAJOR tropical fruit kick. …

Radish Leaf Pesto

We created this Radish Leaf Walnut Pesto for two reasons: …

Pineapple Mango Crisp

We’ve been on a major tropical fruit kick lately! Pineapples …

Chili Lime Glazed Salmon

We surprised our mom with a fab spread of Pineapple …

Pineapple Avocado Salsa

The world is Pineapple and Avocado obsessed right now – …

Key Lime Pie Bars

Mother’s Day is less than two days away, people! What …

Papaya Smoothie Bowl

We totally dig smoothie bowls, but we recently discovered that …

Mango Salsa

Yesterday the food Gods and Goddesses shined down on us …

Churro Pancakes

Looking for a new way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? …

Stuffed Sweet Potato

Looking for a Meatless Monday recipe? You’re in luck! This …

Key Lime Panna Cotta with Fresh Mango Puree

Hello, summertime! … okay, maybe it’s a little early to …

Pineapple Yogurt Bowl

Sunshiney days call for sunshiney breakfasts. Much like this Pineapple …

Papaya Yogurt Bowls

You may have noticed a theme with our breakfasts lately…they’re …

Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Grilling season is back, and we are so ready! We …

Orange Ginger Marinade

This warm weather has us grilling up a storm! It’s …

Pineapple Berry Smoothie Bowl

Our morning routine usually looks something like this: Our alarm …

Chocolate Coconut Bites

Everyone loves a good sweet treat. For me, I am …

Triple Berry Pops

We are obsessed with summer and beautiful weather. OBSESSED. We …

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

  Nothing says the beginning of summertime like sweet juicy …

Sweet & Spicy Pineapple Salsa

Fruit salsas are our jam! They are so fresh and …

Coconut Crusted Walleye

We spend most of our summer weekends up at our …

Chipotle Chicken

Weather it’s taco Tuesday, or meal prep Sunday this Chipotle …

About Me!

Welcome!   My name is Maddie, and I am a …

Egg Muffins

Go ahead and hit the snooze one more time with …

Tofu Alfredo

Don’t fear the title of this recipe, we promise you …

Taco Casserole

Don’t bother with the same old boring sandwich or salad …

Coconut Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

Our mornings are chaos, and our days can be super …

Nutty Granola Bars

There are a million and ten recipes out there for …

Maple Cinnamon Pecans

We have a huge family…HUGE! Our dad has five brothers …

Turkey Chili

Crock-pot meal-prepping is one of our favorite ways to get …

Gingerbread Overnight Oats

Mornings can be hectic. Between early morning workouts that may …

Holiday Eggnog

We LOVE eggnog. Like seriously, we can pass up the …

Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Balls

If you made it this far, we are guessing you’re …

Gingerbread Latte

330 Calories, 14 grams of fat, and nearly 40 grams …

Gingerbread Cookies

It wouldn’t be right to celebrate the holiday season without …

Protein Buckwheat Pancakes

These mouth-watering, clean, healthy pancakes are the perfect addition to …

Coconut Gingerbread Snowballs

Looking for a holiday-inspired pick-me-up that doesn’t sabotage your healthy …

Chocolate Peppermint Kettle Corn

If we had to choose only one snack to eat …

Peppermint Mocha

Have you ever researched the nutrition facts of a Starbucks …

Cauliflower Fried “Rice”

Let us introduce you to this incredible LOW-CAL, super simple …

Healthified Thanksgiving Stuffing

Ahh stuffing. Alongside the turkey and mashed potatoes, you really …

Pumpkin Pie Dip

Are you sick of Pumpkin spice yet? We sure aren’t …

Pumpkin Chia Pudding

Attention all pumpkin spice lovers! Check out this Pumpkin Chia …

Apple Crumble Pie

We love apple pie. It’s great for just about every …

Cauli Mash

Looking for new ways to sneak veggies into your meals? …

White Chicken Chili

We love our Crock-Pots. In fact, between the two of …

Paleo Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie is one of our FAVE parts of the …

Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

We like to believe we are reasonable people. We want …

Eggplant Lasagna

It seems like the health and fitness world is hatin’ …

Butternut Squash Soup

There is nothing better than a warm bowl of soup …

Coconut Granola

Need a quick breakfast or nourishing snack? One may typically …

Yellow Curry

There’s nothing that says comfort food like a big warm …

Pumpkin Spice Macaroons

4 Calories. 4 CALORIES.   That’s it. That’s how many …

Fully Loaded Carrot Cake

We LOVE carrot cake. One reason is because we can …

Pumpkin Pie Protein Pudding

We are always struck with a late-night sweet tooth or …

Goose Stir-Fry

We grew up in rural Minnesota with a dad that …

Loaded Black Bean Brownies

Don’t be afraid! These black bean brownies will satisfy even …

Turmeric & Ginger Potatoes

Who likes turmeric and ginger? These two spices have many …

Pumpkin Spice Cashew Butter

Everything is better with nut butter, and during the fall, …

Pumpkin Pie Proats

Pumpkin Spice season – AKA fall, autumn, etc – is …

Pumpkin Pie Spice Cream

Pumpkin.Pie.Spice.Cream. Need we say more? Probs not, but we are …

Baked Pears

Craving a (healthy) sweet fall treat? We are! These stuffed …

Sweet Potato Fritters

We’ve said it before, and we will say it again …

Pumpkin Protein Muffins

Hold onto your hats, folks because these are some crazy …

Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte

If you’re anything like us, sometimes tea is the way …

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Pumpkin Spice Latte season isn’t just a fall treat you …

Sweet Potato Nachos

We LOVE sweet potatoes. We use them in so many …

Lightly Sweetened Kettle Corn

What do coconut oil, stevia, kosher salt and popcorn kernels …

Gluten Free Pizza Crust

Neither O nor M have a gluten intolerance or Celiac …

Thai Peanut Dressing

This sauce was originally created for our Chickpea Salad, but …

Chickpea Salad with Thai Peanut Ginger Dressing

This salad is loaded with colorful veggies, and these veggies …

Homemade Almond Butter

We wouldn’t be true nut butter lovers if we didn’t …

Protein Doughnut (AKA Pro-nut)

A healthy doughnut?! Yes. It is a dream come true. …

Mouthwatering Meatballs

A classic comfort food of ours is a big bowl …

Marinara Sauce

    We are obsessed with our Crock-Pot. It makes …

Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sauce

Ahh sweet summertime. There’s nothing quite like it. One of …

Fruit Pizza

The 4th of July brings us all together, and although …

Fajita Veggies

Fajita Veggies Fajita veggies are the perfect addition to your …

Cool Carnitas

Carnitas We LOVE Chipotle..but let’s face it…we cannot afford to …

Crock-Pot Shredded Chicken

Crock-Pot Shredded Chicken We meal prep every single week. If …

Peach Cobbler

Peach Cobbler A healthy twist on a summer classic – …

Dijon Salad Dressing

Dijon Salad Dressing Salads are a great way to throw …

Clean Cauli Tots

Low-carb is gaining some serious traction, and we are on …

Breakfast Sausage Seasoning

Yesterday we had some trouble at the grocery store… we …

Stuffed Mushrooms

Looking for some a quick side dish or appetizer? We’ve …

Tasty Taco Seasoning

A common complaint about healthy food is that it doesn’t …

Cranberry Feta Stuffed Chicken

Say “no” to boring chicken. We are usually stuck prepping …

Italian Lentil Stew

Winters in Minnesota call for a loaded and rich stew …