Recipes
Find all of Chef Nancy’s recipes right here! From Appetizers and Entrees to Soups and Sweet Treats, we’ve got you covered! Enjoy!
From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity
Spicy Tuesday – Super Side for the Big Day – Individual Broccoli and Cheddar Gratins – Cayenne
We're all looking for easy sides for the big bird! Cruciferous veggies rock this time of year - they are crunchy, full of fiber and bright tastes. For instance, there’s broccoli with it earthy green flavor, or cauliflower that soaks up whatever it is cooked in...
Spicy Tuesday – MORE Double Stuffed Sweet Potatoes – Tarragon
This isn't the first time we shared these sweet potatoes - nor is it the only double stuffer we like. But with the holidays coming up fast, we thought we'd revisit this recipe! Ahh…tarragon. A smell that often evokes memories of France, the warmth of sunshine, fields...
Friday Four 111519: Colorful Holiday Quinoa Platter with Ginger Dressing
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Colorful Holiday Quinoa Platter with Ginger Dressing 2 Large Sweet Potatoes, *Roasted and Chopped 1 Large Eggplant, *Roasted and Chopped 1 Cup Green Onions, thinly sliced 3 Cups Cooked Tri Color Quinoa 1 Cup Pumpkin Seeds 1 Cup Halved Grape...
Spicy Tuesday – Italian Chickpea and Spinach Stew – Rosemary
Italian Chickpea and Spinach Stew Its soup time! As we roll into colder weather, soup seems to be the answer to many of our culinary challenges! Everyone loves the warm and tummy-filling feelings that soup gives. Once you share this one - we think that you will be...
Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Butternut Squash Platter with Pomegranate Honey Drizzle – Mustard
There’s nothing like an old favorite made new again! That’s what we think about this beautiful and delicious presentation of Butternut Squash. This platter is an easy way to make the squash and the salad lovers happy at your holiday table! We are highlighting the...
Friday Four 102519: Amazing Grape and Pecan Salad with Pumpkin Dressing
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Amazing Grape and Pecan Salad with Pumpkin Dressing It’s Fall y’all! Time to enjoy the seasonal fruits and veggies rolling into the market! I looked through the market and found the most beautiful greens, including baby kale, baby romaine and...
Spicy Tuesday Black Bean Bowl with FARRO – Cumin
You may have been to a “Bowl” restaurant – where you start with rice or noodles and then the rest of the ingredients are added as you choose them. It’s great fun to “have it your way”. That is, IF you choose healthy foods. Just like a salad bar, what you put in your...
Friday Four 101819: Fall Flavor! Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Stew
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Stew 2 (15 oz) Cans Chickpeas, rinsed and drained About 2 ½ LBS Butternut Squash, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 Large Carrots, chopped 1 Large Red Onion, chopped 1 Cup Red Lentils 4 Cups Veg Stock 2 TB Tomato Paste 1 TB...
Friday Four 100419: Flavor up Fall! Butternut Squash and Red Lentil Soup
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Butternut Squash and Red Lentil Soup 1 ½ Cups Minced Red Onion 2 TB Olive Oil 2 Cloves Garlic grated 1 Small Butternut Squash, Peeled, Chopped and Seasoned with Olive Oil, Sea Salt and 1 Tsp *Red Pepper Flakes - Roasted in the oven at 400F for 30...
Spicy Tuesday – 7 Layer Quinoa, Butternut Squash and Apple Salad – Parsley
Happy Fall! It’s apple season and we are taking full advantage of it by making this delicious, crunchy apple salad. Its so much fun to make in a trifle bowl when you can see all the gorgeous colors! Parsley adds a lovely green pop of flavor to the salad – and...
Friday Four – Celebrate Fall! Crunchy Apple Salad Wraps – 092019
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Crunchy Apple Salad Wraps ½ Cup Plain Greek Yogurt 2 TB Orange Juice 2 TB Orange Zest 1/2 Tsp *Garam Masala 1 Cup Grated Carrots½ Cup Chopped Celery 1 Red Apple, Cored, Chopped 2 Green Apples, Cored, Chopped 1 Cup Red Seedless Grapes, Halved ½...
Spicy Tuesday – Potato Potato Potato Salad – Oregano
It's the Indian Summer cooking and grilling time of year…when it’s easier to throw open the backyard and invite friends and family to share a potluck, that fire up the kitchen. Just in case you have the same plans as we do, here’s a twist on everyone’s favorite picnic...
Friday Four 090619: Sicilian Orange Tomato Salad
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Sicilian Orange Tomato Salad 6 Roma or Campari Tomatoes 6 Manderins or Clementines2 Cups Coarsely Chopped Baby Spinach 1 Cup Chopped *Green Olives 1 Cup Capers 1 Cup Chopped Roasted Red Peppers ½ Cup Chopped EACH Parsley and Cilantro Orange...
Spicy Tuesday – Hand Made Honey Mustard Dressing and Salad – Arugula
Everyone loves Honey Mustard! But the honey mustard dressing we buy in the store is full of sugar, salt, preservatives and often soybean oil. Here’s an easy alternative that you can keep in your fridge all week long to dress salads and as a dip for fresh veggies! We...
Spicy Tuesday – Watermelon, Beet and Basil Salad with Vidalia Onions – Basil
Ah… the siren call of watermelon during the hot and sticky days of Summer. Watermelon and beets are a funky combo, and not one that pops to the top of your head immediately! But we love this earthy and sweet combo that not only looks beautiful, but tastes fabulous, as...
