Polish Tuna Pie is a simple, easy and comforting meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes. Layers of tuna, crunchy onion and mashed potatoes are topped with melted cheddar cheese. Today I am sharing a recipe that instantly takes me back to my childhood: Polish Tuna Pie. This recipe has been passed down…
Creamy and cheesy pumpkin sauce is the highlight of this dish! Kick off the pumpkin season with these delicious pumpkin lasagna rolls stuffed with sauteed kale and onions. This post was sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All thoughts and opinions about this original recipe are my own. This recipe is actually another version of my…
Thank you Amy’s for sponsoring this post. #StartWithAmys this Soup Season. A comforting baked spaghetti dish with a creamy mushroom sauce, loaded with savory fresh mushrooms and herbs, tender spaghetti noodles and topped with cheesy and crunchy panko breadcrumbs. I love mushrooms every kind of way– sauteed, casseroled, in pasta sauces, salads, you name it….
Please welcome Rhea Lewandoski, a registered dietitian from Saskatchewan, Canada, to the blog today! She’s sharing her knowledge of produce, gardening and what to do with your excess garden veggies. I am somewhat new to gardening and have found a love for the work and anticipation that comes with it. Those of you that garden…
Hi friends! Happy Friday. I realized that I haven’t done a personal update on the blog since my birthday back in July. Lots has happened in the past three months so I figured I’d do an update! If we were sitting down in Starbucks today for coffee (half caff caramel macchiato for me), here’s what…
Tortellini tossed in a creamy tomato sauce with plenty of salty Parmesan cheese and wilted baby spinach. What Is Tortellini? Cheese tortellini is a type of stuffed pasta traditionally filled with a blend of cheeses such as ricotta, parmesan, and sometimes mozzarella. The pasta is folded into small ring shapes and cooks quickly, making it…
Tender slices of beef chuck roast cooked in a sweet and savory garlic ginger sauce– this Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is perfect for a quick weeknight meal! This post is sponsored by Better Than Bouillon. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! I can’t believe it’s already September. This summer has gone by…
Super moist and soft, this is the ultimate easy pumpkin bread recipe! Topped with a delicious whipped pumpkin spice cream cheese spread. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! Hi friends! I am so excited that this Saturday will…
Full of protein and mixed veggies, this easy Scrambled Tofu Fried Rice is a well balanced meal perfect for a weeknight, or a week full of take-to-work lunches! In our household, my husband and I split most of the chores pretty evenly. He’s responsible for keeping track of all the bills and paying rent, taking…
Homemade chicken noodle soup that’s ready in under 30 minutes! Full of juicy chicken, tender beans, soft egg noodles and assorted veggies. Hi friends, happy Monday! Yes, I realize it is the end of August and quite hot in most of the country. It was over 100 degrees here in Fort Worth all weekend and…
Delicious and filling, this Instant Pot Wild Rice Bowl is a comforting weeknight meal that won’t heat up your kitchen in the summer months. Full of warm-weather flavors like baby spinach, burst sweet cherry tomatoes, and the addition of umami flavor from mushrooms. This post is sponsored by Better Than Bouillon. Thanks for supporting brands…
· What’s better than baked lasagna? Lasagna in a bowl! This Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is packed with tender ground beef, crushed tomatoes, zucchini, spinach and bow tie pasta. Topped with a dollop of ricotta and sprinkle of mozzarella — you’ve got yourself a delicious, cheesy weeknight meal! This post is sponsored by Sprouts…
· These Instant Pot Chicken Tostadas are super easy to make and perfect for your next fiesta! Covered in a sweet and spicy chipotle apricot glaze and gooey melted cheese. This post is sponsored by Better Than Bouillon. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! I really love the combination of…
Hi friends! Happy Friday :) Today just so happens to be my 28th birthday. Life has been pretty crazy lately so I thought I’d give y’all an update on what’s been going on. If we were having coffee + donuts today to celebrate my birthday, here’s what I’d say! Pregnancy Update I just hit…
· Watermelon Mint Sweet Tea is a refreshing upgrade from your regular tea routine! Watermelon puree is mixed with mint green tea and garnished with frozen watermelon cubes. Thank you National Watermelon Promotion Board for sponsoring this post. Watermelon is the perfect portable food for enjoying wherever life takes you! Happy Monday, readers! Today…
These Pesto Zucchini Noodles are a light and summery dish that doesn’t require a stove top or oven! Simply whip together a fresh basil pesto and toss zucchini noodles with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella pearls. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! Happy Monday!…
I’ve been wanting to put together a large list of all of my favorite kitchen items for a long time now. I finally got around to gathering everything together in one long post. Here you’ll find my favorite kitchen tools, from my favorite pots and pans, to the Instant Pot, to quirky foodie favorites like…
· Learn how to roast garlic in the oven and how to incorporate it into a delicious, creamy roasted garlic compound butter! Use compound butter on anything from bread to corn on the cob. Roasted garlic is one of life’s pleasures. Not only does it taste amazing added to a variety of dishes, but…
We couldn’t be more excited to announce that we will be expecting a baby GIRL in November! Although our first wish is that our baby is healthy and safe, we were both pretty excited to learn we’re having a daughter. I’ve always wanted a daughter and I had hoped I would have a girl first….
· This Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad is full of fresh, crunchy summer vegetables such as tomatoes, carrots, cucumber and roasted corn. Topped with feta cheese and strips of panko crusted chicken drizzled with tangy buffalo sauce. Happy Monday, friends! Coming at you today with a brand new salad recipe: Buffalo Chicken Salad. I came up…
When I quit my exercise boot camp about a year and a half ago, I had no plan on what I was going to replace it with. All I knew was that I could no longer force myself to do something I didn’t enjoy anymore – I was sleep deprived (waking up at 5am!), missing…
· A plant-based twist on a comfort food classic! Try these lentil sloppy joes and get a hearty fill of fiber and protein. Seasoned with chili powder and smoked paprika and made entirely in the instant pot. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen and Spice…
This is my first time being pregnant. It’s a whole new experience for me—and I do feel very lucky to experience pregnancy so far. I’ve just reached 19 weeks and honestly it hasn’t been that bad. I had mild nausea the first trimester (never threw up) and once I hit 12 weeks, my appetite came…
· Tender bites of zucchini covered in salty marinara sauce, topped with melted Parmesan flakes. These parmesan zucchini pizzas are a perfect snack, appetizer or dinner side! Hello hello! I’m back on the blog today sharing a delicious recipe for parmesan zucchini pizzas. These cuties are the perfect appetizer, side dish or snack! All…