Less Fuss, More Food
Broccoli Bacon Salad is a terrific side dish option for hot summer dinners or potlucks. Make it ahead, chill it down, and it’s ready when you want it and the leftovers are a great snack. I’m not generally a fan of raw broccoli, but a …
Golden Crumb Broccoli Bake is another easy and delicious side from Mike’s family. My mother-in-law has passed along a number of casserole recipes to us over the years and this is another winner. It’s a fun change to our regular rotation of roasted or steamed …
Chicken and root veggies roasted on a sheet pan is so easy and versatile. Serve up a dinner that’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but feels like a Sunday supper. With the chicken cut into pieces, or purchased in the pieces you prefer, it …
Another great addition to our summer cool down salad spree, Corn Succotash Salad. It isn’t your typical succotash since we’re not huge fans of lima beans. But, this is a fresh, crunchy salad that can be adapted to anyone’s liking. The white beans provide nice …
Mediterranean Farro Salad is a newer addition to the side dish rotation in our house. Lately, we’ve been introducing more whole grains into our routine and trying new recipes for cold salads. This one has great texture, bold flavors, and beautiful colors. It combines the …
White Bean Salad highlights the Spanish flavors of creamy beans, sharp shallots, sweet crunch from bell peppers, and light acidity of tomatoes with a simple oil and vinegar base. It pairs well with meat or hearty vegetarian main dishes or makes a great, protein rich …
Quinoa Veggie Salad exceeds expectations for a cool yet hearty side on hot summer evenings. I’ve been making a variety of sides lately that can be served cold and hold well to reduce the amount of time in the kitchen. This salad is easy to …
Fennel Apple Mandarin Slaw perks up your table with a crisp, fresh, and flavorful dish that’s great on a hot summer evening. If you’re not familiar with fennel, it’s a crunchy, anise flavored veggie. I encourage an immediate introduction and experimentation. Fennel is great in …
Baby Bok Choy Salad is a power punch of flavor with cool, fresh crunch that compliments many other dishes. I’ve been making this super easy Baby Bok Choy Salad for years. I originally adapted this version from a recipe we received with our produce subscription …
Roasted Balsamic Beets with oranges and goat cheese or feta are wonderful. They look beautiful, they’re tasty, and if you’re lucky, they’ll start some type of passionate debate about their flavor profile. I like beets in every form, sweet, savory, or a tangy combination of …
