Meal Planning

Southwest Chicken Cowboy Caviar

As we get closer and closer to warmer months, I find myself craving classic Cowboy Caviar. I’m a fan of anything scoopable, crunchy, and chip-worthy, but I’ve learned that if I want it to actually hold me over, it needs more than just beans and veggies. So this version became a hybrid: part cowboy caviar,… Continue reading Southwest Chicken Cowboy Caviar

Meal Planning

One-Pan Loaded Nachos

The "Battery Acid" Peace Treaty: One-Pan Loaded Nachos How do you eat healthy while keeping a teenager happy? In my house, my daughter is content to live on a rotating cycle of chicken nuggets, pizza, and instant ramen. Meanwhile, I’m over here trying to avoid the dairy-and-gluten bloat without making two entirely different dinners every… Continue reading One-Pan Loaded Nachos

Meal Planning

Vegetarian Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili

This chili is packed with flavor, protein, and fiber for a satisfying and healthy dinner. Ingredients (serves 4-6): 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 chili pepper, diced 1 jalapeno, diced 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced 1 can (15 oz) black beans,… Continue reading Vegetarian Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili