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Roasted Chicken Thighs with Herbes De Provence

My sister-in-law recently gave me a beautiful little spice rack, which included Herbes De Provence, a combination of Basil, Marjoram, Thyme, Sage, Savory, and Rosemary. Herbes De Provence is THE ingredient that has been missing in my roasted chicken thighs all these years! It... (see the full recipe!)

Fresh Green Salsa Recipe

Serve this salsa with beans, enchiladas or Mexican chicken dishes to add color, freshness, and more health. Ingredients (yields about 32 oz or 4 cups): 4 medium-sized tomatillos (green tomato things) 1 jalapeno pepper (remove seeds and flesh like you would with a bell... (see the full recipe!)

Healthy Honey Nut Granola Recipe

Munch on this healthy granola as a snack, eat it like cereal with milk, or sprinkle some on yogurt and you've got a PARFAIT. Ingredients: 2 C. rolled oats 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 C. almonds, chopped 1/2 Tbsp. cinnamon 1 Tbsp. ground flax seeds (optional) about 2 1/2... (see the full recipe!)

Enchilada-style Burrito Recipe

This enchilada-style burrito recipe is great for using up leftover rice and beans. The enchilada sauce adds a nice flavor to make it taste more gourmet than a normal burrito. Ingredients (1 burrito): 1 large burrito-style flour tortilla about 2 Tbsp. red enchilada... (see the full recipe!)

Brazilian Rice with Ground Beef

Brazilian rice with ground beef is a simple meal, but very tasty. This recipe was quick and easy, and it even passed the picky eater test! Brazilian Rice with Ground Beef Ingredients (about 4 servings): 1 C. enriched long grain rice (uncooked) 1 Tbsp. canola oil 4... (see the full recipe!)

Morning Glory Muffin Bread (aka “Healthy Cake”)

This healthy morning glory muffin cake makes a delicious breakfast or snack! You can eat it with milk, yogurt, or just spread some plain cream cheese on top and you will love it. Morning Glory Muffin Bread Recipe Ingredients: 1 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 C. whole wheat... (see the full recipe!)

Fajita-style Quesadilla Lunch Recipe

Let's healthify quesadillas! Ingredients: 2 tortillas sliced or grated cheese sauteed onion, garlic, bell peppers, and mushrooms (when I make spaghetti sauce I usually just set aside some of the sauteed vegetables before pouring in the tomato sauce and then I put them in... (see the full recipe!)

Healthy Banana Oat Muffins Recipe

These healthy banana oat muffins are slightly crispy on the outside, but moist on the inside. They make the perfect snack or a quick on-the-go breakfast. And your kids will love them! Ingredients (yields 12 muffins):  3/4 C. whole wheat flour 3/4 C. white flour 1/4... (see the full recipe!)

Vegetarian Spaghetti Sauce with Whole Wheat Noodles

Spaghetti can be made in several different degrees of healthiness and flavor. I used to love eating enriched spaghetti noodles drizzled with a little olive oil and sprinkled with salt and pepper. The simplicity was beautiful, and even adding a few green herbs like basil or... (see the full recipe!)

Simple Homemade Tahini Recipe

So I was craving SESAME CHICKEN so bad that I bought an 8 oz bottle of sesame seeds. And of course only used a couple tablespoons. But when I came across a homemade Tahini recipe today, those poor forgotten sesame seeds were given a new purpose. : ) I never realized Tahini is so... (see the full recipe!)