If you’re doing your best to work through your pantry & freezer stash before hitting the grocery stores, have a look through this list of some of my favorites for a little inspiration! Each of these recipes uses ingredients you may already have on hand – and I’ll give some ideas for swaps in case you don’t! Any questions on ingredient swaps? Leave a comment on the original recipe post…
I am always on the hunt for easy reheat-and-eat proteins to keep on hand for quick lunches or even simple dinners. These Salmon & Sweet Potato Cakes are full of flavor, and super satisfying with their crispy crunch on the outside and soft & tender inside. Even better? They’re super budget- and pantry-friendly and an easy option to prep ahead and serve any time. We love these all on their…
These chocolate covered strawberries are a quick and easy dessert you can customize to your liking. Read on for how to get them perfect every time, and how to store for later! We make ours dairy free, and they are such a treat! Valentine’s Day is among us, and what better way to celebrate than with the easiest chocolate dessert?! Chocolate covered strawberries are the BEST last-minute no-brainer treat but…
These Bacon Wrapped Scallops take minutes to prep but look and taste SO fancy. They are naturally paleo friendly with an easy keto option (just omit the maple syrup) and have so much rich, smoky flavor. Try them as an appetizer or a main dish with a green salad or some roasted veggies! All you really need for these? Two ingredients: bacon and scallops. The marinade gives some extra smoky…
If your weakness is a warm chocolate chip cookie, but you love a thick chewy bar texture, you have found your dessert. These chocolate chip blondie bars are gluten free, grain free, and dairy free. No refined sugar, just the good stuff – and they taste like heaven. Perfecting the ultimate chocolatey blondie bar recipe has been on my list for forever and ever, but it’s taken so many tries…
Creamy dairy free vegetable risotto is made with cauliflower rice so it’s paleo friendly and keto approved, and so rich and satisfying. I topped it off with quick cast iron shrimp cooked in a smoky herb butter sauce. It’s the ultimate date night (or any night) meal, done in minutes! I’m not going to lie to you… cauliflower rice doesn’t always scream my name as the most appetizing. But I…