· This Spinach Tortellini Soup is full of tender, cheesy tortellini and mixed vegetables with a hidden protein boost: collagen! This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmer’s Market. All opinions are my own, thanks for supporting brands that make Zen and Spice possible! Happy Monday! I’ve got an easy and delicious soup recipe that…
· Fresh beets are abundant at the grocery store and farmer’s markets this time of year. These pickled beets will last for weeks in the fridge and taste delicious! As a child, I loved pickled beets. My whole family did– we were the kids who would eat anything and everything. My mom would buy…
· A beautiful appetizer to serve at your next holiday party! This Roasted Garlic and Spinach Hummus is not only pretty, but tastes delicious too. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! We’re in full swing of the…
· A toss it and forget it appetizer, this Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke dip is perfect for your holiday party. Just combine the ingredients in a slow cooker for two hours and you’ve got a delicious and healthy party appetizer! We’re just twenty days away from Christmas! Are you planning a party this year?…
· Crispy and golden, these spicy curry potato pancakes are the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! Back in August, I had the pleasure of visiting the Sprouts Farmers…
· Tender gnocchi tossed with a French sauce made with bechamel, chicken stock and tomato puree with a deep, complex flavor. This Creamy Tomato Sauce tastes delicious with gnocchi and fresh vegetables! Are you ready for a French cooking lesson? In the culinary arts, the term “mother sauce” refers to any of one the five…
· This Autumn Squash Soup is a copycat recipe of Panera’s delicious Fall inspired soup. Made with pumpkin puree, lots of herbs and spices, and a creamy both, this Autumn Squash Soup is warming and filling. It’s Fall, y’all! Celebrate the first week of fall with me by making a big batch of this…
· Buffalo shoestring potatoes are the perfect appetizer for your next get together! Spiralized potatoes crisp up quickly in the oven. Happy Monday! I hope you had a wonderful weekend– we spent Saturday cleaning up the apartment then watching Texas Tech football. The temperatures were in the 70’s, so I felt like baking some…
· Kick off pumpkin season with a bang with Creamy Herbed Pumpkin Pasta! Tender noodles tossed with a creamy and cheesy pumpkin herb sauce. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmer’s Market. As always, all opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! The weather is getting cooler…
· Creamy parmesan orzo is the perfect addition to a weeknight meal! Orzo pasta shapes folded into a olive oil and flour roux along with shaved parmesan cheese. Good morning! Hope yall had a lovely weekend. I’m currently in Phoenix, AZ for SproutsFest! It’s a big event that Sprouts Farmer’s Market puts together for…
Combine the best of both worlds: cheesy, creamy homemade macaroni and cheese with the savory, slightly spicy goodness of Mexican street corn. A couple weeks ago, Nick and I went out on a date to a local Mexican restaurant and he tried Mexican street corn for the first time. And he fell in love, as…
You read that right – THREE ingredients! Pillowy soft gnocchi baked in a rich vodka sauce, topped with melted and bubble mozzarella cheese. Hi everyone! So, last week was my birthday. Nick was out of town (in London!) for business, so my mom and sister met me at Gloria’s for dinner and drinks. If you’re…
Summer zucchini is abundant this time of year- make good use of it by caramelizing zucchini’s natural sugars on a grill pan. One of my favorite recent purchases is my calphalon grill pan. I’ve been using it several times a week to cook both meat and veggies. The deep ridges add flavor and browns veggies evenly…
Cool off this summer with a refreshing salad made with whatever ingredients come out of your garden. Take advantage of sprouted veggies, ripening tomatoes, or towering herbs while they’re in their peak. I call this my Garden Abundance Salad. Kale, tomatoes, basil, oregano, parsley all from my balcony garden. Sometimes the best things in life are…
Take traditional Canadian poutine to the next level– topping it with burst cherry tomatoes and roasted red bell peppers! This post is sponsored by SUNSET Produce. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that help make Zen & Spice happen! While us Americans are getting ready to celebrate July 4th, our neighbors up…
Alternating layers of fresh mozzarella, juicy heirloom tomatoes and crisp basil drizzled with olive oil, salt and pepper. Enjoy this refreshing Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad on a hot summer’s day! Thank you Mikasa & Lifetime Brands for sponsoring this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own. There’s nothing better than tomatoes in the summertime!…
Pineapple Avocado Salsa is perfect for your next summer get together! Need a sweet and spicy salsa to go with barbecue chicken, steak or hamburgers? Look no further! This Pineapple Avocado Salsa can be served with tortilla chips as a delicious side dish. I just love grocery shopping this time of year. The stores are…
Sweet summer corn is roasted in the oven and combined with fresh basil pesto and jasmine rice. A perfect summer side dish! Happy Monday, everyone! And happy Memorial Day! I hope you’re relaxing today with family and friends. Nick and I are enjoying our long weekend… yesterday we just lounged around the apartment. I shot…
Fresh four cheese tortellini is combined with garlicky roasted asparagus and crunchy walnuts, topped with a garlic-parmesan cream sauce. This dish comes together in less than thirty minutes—perfect for weeknight Italian! This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market and California Walnuts. I received a free sample of the product. All opinions are my own. Thanks for…
Crunchy and refreshing cucumber ribbons, combined with multi colored cherry tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, fresh oregano and goat cheese, topped with a hefty drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar. Good morning, and happy Tuesday! I’ve got a really great Greek salad recipe to share with you today. The weather here has been…
Packed with crunchy veggies, ham, cheddar cheese and tossed with zesty Italian dressing, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit at your next picnic or barbecue. I originally shared this recipe in the summer of 2015. It’s an old family favorite! My mom used to make a double or triple batch of this pasta salad…
Say hello to a veggie and chip dip that will rock your world! Made with plain Greek yogurt, this protein-packed dill pickle dip tastes great with any veggie, pretzel, cracker or chip. The Superbowl is this weekend! Will you be watching? If so, who are you rooting for? I’m still hurt by the fact that…
Macaroni salad is one of the hot-ticket items at every barbecue or cookout- so look no further for a healthy version of this fan favorite! Made with protein-packed Greek yogurt, salsa, and lots of veggies and beans, this protein and fiber rich macaroni salad will be sure to satisfy. Happy Monday, my friends! I am writing…
Roasted potatoes, carrot and onion make up this creamy and savory soup. Throw these roasted veggies in a high-power blender along with milk, chicken broth and spices and you’ve got a warming roasted potato and veggie soup! I was sent this product for free in exchange for an honest review. These opinions are my own….