There is nothing more eye catching than food served in a cast iron skillet. Enjoy this gluten-free, grain-free cornbread made with cassava flour, jalapeno for a kick, and roasted corn kernels for texture. A SOUTHERN CLASSIC My great grandmother grew up in South Carolina. Gram, as she was ... Read More
Do you prefer a sweet or savory breakfast? What qualifies as breakfast food is different in every country, and every culture. In the West, it tends to be grains and sweetened baked goods. In the East, they prefer a savory breakfast, such as broth, rice, vegetables and fish. RAINBOW SWEET ... Read More
This is my favorite Sunday roast chicken recipe. The flavor has so much depth. You can taste the herbs and sweet dijon mustard whether enjoying this dish hot or cold. My meal prep clients have me make this recipe regularly. It makes for great shredded chicken leftovers you can use in soup or ... Read More
A healthy salad with a smoky twist. Enjoy a delicate butter lettuce salad layered with black lentils, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and basil, drizzled with a smoky blue cheese vinaigrette. It sounds decadent, but lemon juice and white wine vinegar make this ... Read More
Extra thick, hearty and veggie packed white bean chili made with white beans, onion, celery, carrots, Lacinato (Dino) kale, and quinoa. This chili is filled with earthy herbs and spices of fresh oregano and cumin. MAKE THIS FOR MEAL PREP I first started making this healthy ... Read More
A light golden salad or side dish that satisfies the pickiest healthy eaters. This couscous is grain-free and all vegetables. If you're cooking for a particular diet or lifestyle, this recipe will work for you. Vegans, Vegetarians, Whole 30, Keto, Paleo, Gluten-Free and Grain-Free eaters can ... Read More
A light vibrant salad, side dish or plant based protein that satisfies the pickiest healthy eaters. A KEY VEGETARIAN PROTEIN The little lentil is packed full of protein. Apart of the legume/bean family, their protein content ranges from 17 to 25 percent (double the protein of any grain ... Read More
This salad is filled with shredded romaine lettuce topped with grilled corn, black beans, grilled red onion, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, with a creamy avocado cilantro dressing. Top with pepitas, cotija cheese, grilled chicken or skirt steak for added protein. THE PEOPLE OF THE ... Read More
The perfect dressing to pair with a salad or enjoy as a dip. If you are a cilantro or avocado lover, this is for you. WHIPPED AVOCADO SALAD DRESSING I created this salad dressing for one of my meal prep clients. They work from home and I serve my client a fresh salad for lunch each week. ... Read More
When I prepare a menu for dinner parties, people always request a special dessert. Truth be told, I find nobody really eats it. I like to offer something light and healthier at the end of the meal that still makes the night feel special. Something that will cleanse your palette. That is how this ... Read More
The perfect detox cabbage soup recipe. A healthy soup filled with shredded napa cabbage, diced carrot, vegetable stock, fresh squeezed lemon, white pepper, cilantro, and sesame oil. This bright and energizing soup is great for busy weeknight dinners and meal prep. Make extra and store it in ... Read More
This is how a health supportive chef prepares salmon for her custom meal prep clients. HEALTHY OVEN BAKED SALMON RECIPE It's also my favorite way to prepare salmon for myself. The secret is out. I prepare it this way for many of my clients and they want to learn to make it themselves. So ... Read More
This is a thick, hearty soup with smoky and spicy undertones. White beans, onion, garlic, celery, carrot, arbol chile, fire-roasted tomatoes, collard greens, parmesan, herbs & spices. I like to serve this dish to my clients with a fresh loaf of rustic sourdough or paleo ... Read More
Baked enchiladas stuffed with black beans, spinach & kale, smothered in a homemade smoky red enchilada sauce. Serve with a drizzle of cashew lime crema, avocado, pepitas and fresh cilantro. HAVE IT YOUR WAY I developed this recipe for my vegan clients. I did not use shredded cheese in ... Read More
A homemade and easy enchilada sauce with smoky flavors. Fire roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika, chipotle and cayenne gives this sauce all the depth. A perfect compliment to chicken, black bean, vegetable or cheesy stuffed enchiladas. MAKE THIS SAUCE PALEO When I make this sauce ... Read More
As a Personal Chef, I cook for a lot of families with little kids. Though my clients have hired me to make healthy meals, their kids want the classics. I make a lot of versions of ‘mac and cheese’. I reach for the best products I can find to make the dish ‘healthyish’. Organic pasta, ... Read More
My vegetarian clients like to have a healthy soup as part of their meal prep every week. This requires me to get creative. I’ve now created over 30 unique soups to meet their tastes and dietary preferences. This vegetable packed vegan soup is one of our favorites. My clients lean towards ... Read More
My grandmother was the master of rice pilaf. I grew up with her living in the house next door. I'd often walk over and see what she was making for dinner if I didn't like the options at home. She liked to make her pilaf once a week. This is my take on a seasonal version of the classic ... Read More
