This One-Pot Chili Mac is pure comfort food — warm, cheesy, a little spicy, and packed with protein. And the best part? It all comes together in one pot with simple, real ingredients.
I first made this on a cold night when I couldn’t decide between chili and mac and cheese… so I just made both. The...
These black bean tacos with avocado crema are proof that simple, plant-based meals can be so satisfying.
I started making these on nights when I didn’t feel like cooking meat but still wanted something flavorful, filling, and fast. The seasoned black beans come together in minutes, and the avocado ...
Whenever I feel like I need a “reset meal” that’s still warm, filling, and fast—this chicken stir-fry with mixed vegetables is my go-to.
I started making it on the nights when I didn’t want anything heavy, but I also didn’t want a salad. It’s the perfect balance: lean protein, colorful veggies, and...
There are days when I want dinner to feel fresh and simple—something that’s light, flavorful, and doesn’t leave me with a pile of dishes. This baked cod with lemon and dill is exactly that.
I started making this recipe when I was trying to eat more clean protein without falling into the chicken-eve...
If there’s one meal that makes me feel like I’ve got my life together—even after a chaotic day—it’s this one.
This grilled steak with roasted Brussels sprouts is simple, satisfying, and feels just a little fancy… without actually being complicated. It’s protein-packed, naturally gluten-free, and co...
Some nights just call for tacos. And when I want something fresh, light, and still super satisfying, these shrimp tacos with cabbage slaw are my go-to.
They’ve got everything I love in a dinner: juicy, well-seasoned shrimp, a crunchy slaw with a little tang, and soft tortillas to wrap it all up. It...
When I first started experimenting with plant-based meals, tofu was a bit of a mystery. I didn’t know how to make it taste good, and every time I tried, it came out soggy or bland.
But once I learned the magic of pressing and searing tofu, everything changed.
Now, this seared tofu with stir-fried ...
This is one of those dinners that feels like a little reset—simple, grounding, and full of real food that just works together.
I first made this grilled chicken and sweet potato mash combo on a night when I was craving something filling but clean. I didn’t want anything fancy—I just wanted somethin...
This is the kind of dinner I turn to when I want something simple, nourishing, and grown-up delicious—without a mountain of dishes or stress.
I started making this baked salmon with asparagus and quinoa during one of those seasons when I was trying to eat better but didn’t have time (or energy) to ...
There was a time when I thought making “takeout-style” food at home had to be complicated—or just wouldn’t taste as good.
Then I made this beef and broccoli bowl.
It’s everything I used to love from our favorite Chinese place, but lighter, cleaner, and totally doable on a busy weeknight. Tender be...
This was one of the very first “healthy” dinners I made that didn’t leave me feeling like I was missing out.
Tofu used to totally intimidate me—I had no idea how to cook it or make it taste good. But after a few tries (and plenty of trial and error), this tofu and veggie stir-fry became one of my w...
There were so many nights when dinner felt like a juggling act—between homework, laundry, and trying to eat something other than crackers and cheese at the counter.
That’s when I fell in love with wraps. Especially this one.
This turkey and hummus wrap is my go-to when I want something quick but s...