Whole Wheat Raspberry Oat Bars

July 12, 2023 Amanda Plott

I realized the other day that it has been a hot minute since I made any sort of bar recipe. I think the last one I made was a couple of years back and was a twist on a PB&J and was made around back-to-school time. Sooo I thought it was high time that I made some more bars. I didn’t want these to be thin little nothing bars either. I wanted them to be a meal in themselves.

The heartiness of these bars makes them great for breakfast or as an indulgent sort of dessert. They’re thick and layered and absolutely delicious. Plus, they’re egg-free, vegetarian and made with whole wheat! One of my favorite thing about these bars though? They’re crazy easy to make!…

Golden Goddess Couscous Salad

July 5, 2023 Amanda Plott

The Golden Goddess Couscous Salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds to a Mediterranean paradise. This refreshing salad features fluffy couscous and plenty of vibrant golden veggies. The star of the show is the tangy and creamy golden goddess dressing that brings the whole dish together. With hints of lemon, garlic, and herbs, this dressing adds a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the fresh ingredients.

Feel free to top it all off with a sprinkle of feta cheese and a few pine nuts, and each bite is a fantastic medley of sweet, savory, and nutty goodness. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish at a summer gathering, the Golden Goddess Couscous Salad is a true taste of the Mediterranean…

Soft Boiled Spiced Eggs

June 25, 2023 Amanda Plott

These soft boiled spiced eggs are a delectable and nutritious vegetarian low carb keto snack. Perfectly cooked eggs with a luscious, creamy yolk are perfectly seasoned with a combination of aromatic spices that create a delightful burst of flavor. Each bite is an explosion of warmth that tingles the taste buds, making it a satisfying treat for spicy food lovers.

There’s a perfectly jammy yolk on the inside while the outside is spicy and full of flavor. They go along well as a snack or even as part of a lunch or dinner; the sauce could easily be added over some rice or quinoa to pair with the eggs themselves…

Skinny Homemade Roadhouse Rolls

June 22, 2023 Amanda Plott

These skinny homemade yeast rolls from scratch are a delightful treat for any occasion. Made with love and precision, they are the epitome of comfort and warmth. The dough, tender and pillowy, is made using pantry staples with a few lower-fat ingredients that ensure a lighter, healthier indulgence.

As they rise, filling the kitchen with the warm scent of fresh baked bread, anticipation builds for the deliciousness to come. Once baked to golden perfection, these rolls emerge from the oven with a delicate crust that yields to reveal an airy, flavorful interior…

Poblano Chicken Alfredo Dip

June 4, 2023 Amanda Plott

Sometimes in my house we just like to have what we call ‘snacky dinner’, which usually means finger foods of one kind or another. This time around I was feeling chips and dip, but I wanted something with a little bit of a twist to it. That’s where this Poblano Chicken Alfredo Dip comes in. This Poblano Chicken Alfredo Dip is super easy to make and it’s tasty too. It’s where Italian alfredo comes together with the spice of a poblano pepper.

The spice level on this dip varies, depending a lot on how spicy your pepper ends up being. Mine was really tame which is why I ended up also using a little bit of pepper jack cheese too. And even then, it was still pretty mild…

Crispy Roasted Beans & Whipped Feta

May 16, 2023 Amanda Plott

This Crispy Roasted Beans & Whipped Feta is possibly my new favorite appetizer or snack that I’ve come across in a good long while. No only are the beans seasoned up just right, the whipped feta is on point. The two together make for one of the most tasty snacks there is. I used Cannelini beans here, but butter beans, lava beans, or any large white bean will work here. The larger the bean the better for the dipping.

When I say that the beans are seasoned well, I mean they are seasoned well. There is a lot of garlic and onion per capita here. And the fresh rosemary being baked with them? Mm-mm! You can’t go wrong here…