30 Minute Meal: Herb & Veggie Fritatta

Nothing like a thirty minute meal. Our lives are pretty much a race. Driving here. Driving there. Barely any time to relax, let alone eat. So in-between practices, homework, doctor appointments and playdates, take a half hour to prep a filling family-friendly frittata. Don’t forget a side salad or maybe even a bit of Rotisserie […]

Easy, Crispy Parmesan & Mustard Chicken

  Here’s an easy dinner for a busy weeknight–and you probably have all the ingredients you need. I like to serve it with a salad or steamed veggies. Prepared by and photo by Emily Doscher   (8 servings) INGREDIENTS 8 boneless and skinless chicken breast (pounded out to 1/2″ thickness) 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice […]

30 Minute Meal: Shrimp Scampi Bake

Shrimp scampi is not something that I make often, but I like to serve it on special occasions and holidays.  I had been using a recipe that was fantastic, but somewhat difficult and time consuming. So the last time I was slated to prepare scampi, I decided it was time to search for a simpler version using the same ingredients […]

What to Make for Dinner This Week

When the week ahead looks especially busy, I find it head clearing to plan dinner for the week — and by week, I mean Monday through Thursday. This week I’m focusing on simple and healthy. Last week was the boys’ birthday, which somehow translated into meatballs and burgers and cake and candy. We need a […]

Cayenne Coconut Crusted Tenders

Kick-up your chicken tenders a notch with a healthy portion of Cayenne pepper encased in a coating of crunchy coconut.  The sweet yet spicy flavors of the apricot dipping sauce only intensifies this culinary experience. SIZE: makes 6 servings INGREDIENTS: SPICY APRICOT DIPPING SAUCE: 1 cup apricot preserves 1 tsp crushed red pepper 1 tbsp […]

20+ Best Soup Recipes

On a cold day, there’s nothing better than hunkering down, lighting a fire and making some comfort food. Here are some of our favorite soup recipes. Give them a try! If you can’t get out for all the ingredients, improvise! We’d love to hear how it goes! New England Clam Chowder Tammy’s 9 Bean Hearty, Healthy […]

The 5 Most Useful Leftovers

Dinner can sneak up on you, plan ahead with intentional leftovers.

Grilled Mini Meat Loaves

My dad would literally be content if my mom served him meatloaf everynight (along with spaghetti and meatballs). My suggestion is to grill it during the summer months. While it may throw him off a bit, it may just mix it up a bit too.  SIZE: 4 servings INGREDIENTS:  Two 1/3″ thick slices of firm white […]

Maple Mustard Chicken

An easy delicious five ingredient dinner the whole family will love.