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Dropping some chopped greens into a hearty, pasta-heavy soup like this Sausage, Kale and Tortellini Soup is an easy way to sneak a few more dark leafies into your kids' bowls. Simmering kale in broth reduces its bitterness and makes…
A #sheetpansupper that transitions us from winter (butternut squash!) to spring (asparagus!). This One Pan Roasted Maple Dijon Salmon is on the table in under 45 minutes start to finish, or 35 minutes if you prep the vegetables ahead. And…
The easiest Weeknight Wonton Soup! Faster and more satisfying than take-out, thanks to frozen potstickers. This soup is delicious with pork potstickers, but you won't hear complaints using chicken, shrimp or vegetable. And, like most soups, this is completely open…
This super fast and filling Channa (Chickpea) Masala is a meatless, one pan wonder and feels like a giant bear hug at the end of a very long day - assuming the hug is from someone you like - thanks…
These Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps were made for weeknights. Plus, it gives kids the OK to eat with their hands. (Or, keep things neater by serving the filling in bowls atop shredded lettuce.) Prep the vegetables and sauce 3 to…
This Moroccan Pork Tenderloin is the love child of my favorite cooking methods for flavor (roasting) and sanity (one pan). The spice rub is warm and exotic, but not enough to overwhelm kiddo tastebuds. Baby carrots work in a pinch.…
Brace yourself for how simple and delicious this Butternut Squash Red Lentil Soup is. It's creamy and rich without a drop of dairy, and filling thanks to protein from the lentils and fiber from the squash. Also, fast. Red lentils…
Roasted sweet potatoes, whether kept whole, wedged, or cubed, are perfect make ahead side dishes for weeknight meals. Unlike white potatoes, which can become dry and mealy after chilling, sweet potatoes reheat like a dream and stay ultra creamy and…
This One Pan Salmon with Spinach and Artichokes meal is an easy way to sneak some dark green leaves onto your family's plates. Frozen spinach is transformed with a simple combo of garlic, fire-roasted tomatoes and artichoke hearts. Topped with simple…
Nothing beats the crispness of a big romaine lettuce Caesar salad. But when the temps drop and snow falls, this warm, sautéed kale version is a welcome alternative to the classic. Warm Kale Caesar Salad is a great way to…
Traditional Shepherd's pie involves a casserole dish, layering, and baking, three time consuming steps that don't typically jive with most weeknight routines. Try this deconstructed Upside-down Shepherd's Pie version, serving the filling atop creamy mashed sweet potatoes. You may never…
This Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Soup is reminiscent of the old school condensed variety (but no judgements here because there is something nostalgic about tomato soup from a can) but way better for you. It's rich and creamy without a…
