Salmon with Sour Cream Sauce

This recipe is so simple that I was able to provide all details in the caption of an Instagram.  And it’s really similar to some recipes I’ve posted before, like this one and this one.  But I liked it so much that I’m risking repetitiveness and posting it here on the good ol bloggity blog.…

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Steak and Squash Tacos

We are all very used to seeing steak tacos served with sauteed peppers and onions.  It’s a good combo, one I can’t fault, but I’m going to suggest a small change.  How about swapping the bell peppers and white/yellow onion for squash and red onion?  You still get the same texture, but with a different flavor.…

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Mexican Bowl with Squash and Green Chile Crema

After ordering a little too much Mexican, I had a some rice and black beans left over, along with some esquites (that spicy corn with mayo and cotija).  I decided to turn it into a full meal with a few simple additions that I could pick up on my way home from work.  This easy…

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Zucchini Noodles with Chicken Sausage and European Cheese

Zucchini noodles, aka zoodles, are actually super satisfying.  You’d think they wouldn’t be, but if you use the right blade setting on your mandolin, they can be twirled around your fork, just like spaghetti.  And as any girl knows, the twirl is half the fun. I have made zucchini noodles before, but it was time…

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Yogurt Herb Dip with Roasted Veggies

There’s a running joke at our book club pot luck that I always bring dishes made with cheese.  To which I respond, “well duh because cheese makes everything better.”  I did, however, want to prove them wrong so this month I made something that was entirely cheese-free.  This yogurt herb dip takes about 2 minutes…

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White Bean, Radicchio, and Blue Cheese Salad

I was scrolling through Instagram while standing in line at Trader Joe’s and was so interested in this salad I saw on there that I picked up the ingredients that very moment.  There were so few ingredients to grab that it didn’t even disrupt my grocery shop. Considering there’s not even a real dressing to…

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Spinach with Cotija Cheese

Sometimes, you’re not going to make creamed spinach.  Maybe you don’t have the time or perhaps you’re watching your waistline.  Well, I’m here to tell you that I’ve got your satisfying alternative right here. Just cook up some frozen spinach.  When it’s done, add some salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and cotija cheese to…

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