One Pot Recipes
3-Ingredient Teriyaki Brussels Sprouts & Lentil Stir Fry
Inspired by a Trader Joe’s shortcut recipe but using ingredients anyone can find, this protein-rich, plant-based meal is a dream on a busy night. Enjoy it as is or use the recipe as a framework and customize to taste. You may have read one of my recent mentions about my older son. He’s…
Braised Cod with Tomatoes and Leeks
Once the veggies are chopped, this one-pan fish dish cooks in 15 minutes and is brimming with flavor. It’s elegant enough for company yet simple enough for busy weeknights, and a variety of fish can be used in place of the cod. If you’re trying to increase your intake of heart-healthy fish, this recipe is…
One Pan Teriyaki Salmon & Vegetables
One shortcut ingredient adds ease and loads of flavor to this heart-healthy, veggie-rich dinner that cooks in a single pan. My family gives this meal high marks, and it may just become a favorite with your family, too! People often ask me if I will ever run out of recipes, and the…
Unstuffed Pepper Skillet Dinner
Looking for more simple but satisfying weeknight dinners? This family-friendly, one-pan meal brings all the great flavors of the traditional preparation with a fraction of the work. (Dare I say you may even like it better!) Who can resist a satisfying, all-in-one meal? The convenience is undeniable and, in this case, the flavor replicates…
Martha Stewart’s One-Pan Pasta (and some riffs on the basic recipe)
This all-in-one meal is a versatile weeknight godsend! Once the water boils, the cooking time is a quick 9 minutes. (And there’s a spot-on gluten-free option for those who need it!) Have you ever tried Martha Stewart’s one-pan pasta recipe? The all-in-one meal is a gift on a busy weeknight, for sure. Though…
Aunt Peggy’s Turkey Chili
Quick, easy, and super satisfying, this flavorful chili is a go-to on busy nights and reheats beautifully. This recipe is quick and easy chili at its best. It may not be the nuanced, chili cook-off entry that’s layered with a variety of peppers and boasts hints of cocoa and coffee－but it’s family friendly and…
Healthier Spreadable Butter
Soft, spreadable butter is easy to make and contains a dose of heart healthy Omega-3s! Why pay a premium for soft, spreadable butter when you can make it healthier and tastier at home? Even if you think ahead and soften butter before using (or simply manage with firm butter－yes, there are bigger challenges in life!)…
One Pan Spanish-Style Chicken & Rice
This all-in-one meal is a weeknight favorite that’s loaded with filling protein, satisfying carbs, healthy vegetables and lots of great flavor. Authentic arroz con pollo requires patience. Enter the following shortcut chicken and rice recipe that delivers great flavor in a fraction of the time. Quick, one pot meals can be a welcome relief at…
Andouille, Lentil & Vegetable Stew
The dump-and-cook approach makes this healthy and hearty soup extra easy to prepare － and the flavor might just make it a new family favorite! Easily adapted for vegan diets, too. Who in your household does the weekly food shopping? If it’s you, what type of grocery shopper are you? Where do you go to check…
One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies
One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies provides filling protein and a hearty serving of colorful vegetables for a speedy, flavor-packed weeknight meal! What do your food habits say about you? I recently read an unscientific but altogether amusing article written by Phil Mutz that assessed what people’s eating habits revealed about their personality. Slow eaters, for…
One-Pot Spring Pasta with Smoked Salmon
A streamlined cooking process, lots of veggies, and filling protein make this fresh and flavorful pasta dinner a winner! Though “spring” is in the name of this delightful recipe, I fully encourage you to partake of it well into the summer for its light, bright flavor and effortless appeal. It’s the sort of all-in-one…
One Pot Stovetop Chicken & Rice
One Pot Stovetop Chicken & Rice is creamy comfort food that’s a breeze to whip up! For complementary color and flavor, I like to serve sliced tomatoes or a simple salad on the side. If I were to choose one dish that instantly transports me to my childhood dinner table, it would be my mom’s…
