Welcome to the place where we ditch the take-out menu because we can make the most dreamy spring-inspired fried rice in less time than it takes to order it. Bacon and Asparagus Fried Rice is crunchy, savory, and topped with a fried egg – tons of flavor in every bite.  Fried rice is a comfort food dinner. There’s something so satisfying about a bowl of perfectly cooked and seasoned rice – every grain coated in savory sauce. But even better if it’s packed full of flavorful veggies (asparagus coins! Sweet peas!) and crispy bacon. This is a spring-themed and below you’ll find my top pick of ..read more

Let’s take a classic Strawberry, Spinach, Feta Salad and give it an updated twist with a topping of poppy seed granola. Just call me Goldilocks, but this granola is not too sweet, not too savory, it’s just right. And it adds a ton of flavor and crunch to this salad. I’ve been experimenting with this granola for weeks, wanting to get something that holds its shape and has enough crunch to be better than anything else that you could add to this springy salad combo. And I totally found it. This granola was so good that everyone in my household was eating it off the pan before I could get it on t ..read more

Puff pastry is one of the most versatile ingredients you can have in your freezer, and it’s one of just a small list of ingredients needed to make this spring-centric Asparagus Puff Pastry with Boursin. With the herby, creamy flavor of Boursin, this is incredibly simple to throw together and great for a light lunch or addition to a brunch spread. Spring is here and with it comes brunches and gatherings and light lunches that are perfect for enjoying on screen porches. Puff pastry tarts are the perfect back-pocket dish for any and all of these meals, and probably many more that I haven’t thoug ..read more

Chicken salad is classic and always a hit for lunch, but what if we give it a twist? This Green Goddess Chicken Salad combines the convenience of pre-cooked chicken with the zesty kick of Trader Joe’s Zhoug Sauce and creamy mayo to bring it all together.  I hope you’re enjoying this new Trader Joe’s Recipe Series – I’d love to hear what you think in the comments! While you can follow-along in real time over on Instagram, I’m also compiling them all over on the Trader Joe’s Recipe Page. If you’re a TJ’s shopper, I hope this becomes a resource for quick and easy semi-homemade recipes. But ..read more

If you have young helpers around at Easter, have them help make this incredibly easy Bunny Bread! Or make these yourself for a fun addition to the dinner table. You just need store-bought refrigerated dinner rolls, unsalted butter, and raisins for eyes.  Whether serving brunch or dinner for Easter, odds are good that you’ll be looking for rolls to add to the dinner table, so this year make them extra fun with bunny bread! These couldn’t be easier and just need a few ingredients.  Want to save this recipe? Get it emailed to you directly! Enter your email below. Please enable Java ..read more

Love buffalo chicken, but don’t want to deal with the mess of wings? Try making these Buffalo Chicken Dip Bites. Flaky pastry filled with buffalo chicken dip and topped with melty cheese.They’re a great appetizer or game day snack, but make a fun meal with a crisp salad served on the side.  This recipe is part of my popular Instagram series Trader Joe’s in 20 where we stop at Trader Joe’s, pick up a few things, and make a quick and easy 20 minute dinner! And if you love spicy buffalo chicken, this is a must-try! It’s like dip and chips all in a bite-sized pastry cup. These are the perfec ..read more

Indian Curry makes the most flavorful pizza topping you’ve ever tasted in these Easy Indian Pizzas. Using just four ingredients, including naan as a base, these pizzas aren’t just delicious, but they come together in less than 20 minutes.  If you’ve ever tried Desi Pizza, you know why Indian-style pizzas became so popular in recent years. Indian-style curries pack a ton of flavor in a small package and they make the most unexpected and delicious topping for naan pizza. And while, like all pizza, the sky is the limit when it comes to toppings, these are absolutely delicious in their simpl ..read more

Whether your brain is craving pizza while your body says eat some vegetables or you’re just looking for the perfect salad to serve alongside pizza, Pizza Salad is here for it. Pizza Salad is an easy Italian chopped salad recipe that makes any night pizza night.  This salad is pizza in a bowl. It’s the grown-up version of a classic pizzeria salad with all the flavors of pizza – cubed mozzarella, diced sun-dried tomatoes, and thinly sliced pepperoni. Like all chopped salads, one of the best features of pizza salad is that it’s the perfect texture for scooping. Use easy store-bought flatbre ..read more

Move over pasta casserole, spaghetti squash has a new place at the dinner table in this cheesy, saucy Spaghetti Squash Casserole. You get all the flavors of lasagna with far less work. The secret to the best texture is to bake this casserole on a sheet pan. You’ll get maximum crispy edges and melty cheese in every bite.  If you’re looking for a gluten-free or low carb spaghetti squash recipe, look no further than this casserole. This is one of those totally cozy recipes that just happens to be packed full of veggies. The squash is coated in sauce and mixed with cheese and doesn’t feel li ..read more

Spinach Pesto is the available-year-round, more affordable, vibrant green cousin of basil pesto. The flavor is mild and lets the olive oil, garlic, and parmesan flavors shine through. Serve it at room temperature with bread or pasta for a pasta salad or simmer it with cream and stir in your favorite pasta shape for a pasta with sautéed spinach like you’ve never had before.  Move over basil pesto, you’ve got competition. Spinach pesto is basil pesto’s fun, fresh cousin. It has a more subtle flavor than the basil version, a more budget-friendly price tag, and it is absolutely packed with v ..read more