I do a lot of meal prep for families who are eating less meat. Sometimes I need inspiration to keep the menus fun and fresh each week. So, the resources below are my go-to’s when I’m out of creative ideas. I hope they help you get more inspired too! Here are my favorites. My favorite… Continue reading The 6 FREE Plant-Based Resources I Use as a Healthy Chef
Author: Chef Joanna
Perfect Lemon Roasted Chicken by Ina Garten | Party Planning Recipes | Simple Dinner Party Ideas
This recipe is adapted from Ina Garten, or Barefoot Contessa. This is my go-to roasted chicken recipe because it works every time. It’s tasty and doesn’t require anything too fancy. It takes about 1 ½ hours to cook the chicken from start to finish. I made this for one of my meal prep clients. She… Continue reading Perfect Lemon Roasted Chicken by Ina Garten | Party Planning Recipes | Simple Dinner Party Ideas
BBQ Pulled Shroom Burger | Plant-Based Dinner Ideas | Chef Cynthia Louise
From Plant-Based Love Stories by Chef Cynthia Louise I made this for my client the other day and it was sooo good! It’s kind of like a “pulled pork” sandwich that you would find in a proper US barbecue spot. But, it’s just mushrooms! It has a nice texture and works for me. I got… Continue reading BBQ Pulled Shroom Burger | Plant-Based Dinner Ideas | Chef Cynthia Louise
What Kind of Rice is Healthiest? | How to Have a Healthy Gluten-Free Diet | Dangers of Rice-Based Gluten-free products
I like eating healthy food. So, for years I always choose brown rice. That’s what dieticians told me at least. There’s more fiber in brown rice than white. But, that was until my Asian friend told me that Asians know that white rice is healthier. At first I was shocked and brushed it off. But… Continue reading What Kind of Rice is Healthiest? | How to Have a Healthy Gluten-Free Diet | Dangers of Rice-Based Gluten-free products
Gochujang Ramen with Burst Tomatoes & Crispy Garlic | Creative Vegan Recipes | Vegan Ramen | Fun Plant-Based Recipes
This was one of my favorite plant based meals. It a took a few more steps to prepare but I’d do it again! . This is another recipe from purple carrot. I’ve been super impressed with their meals and highly recommend if you’re looking for more meatless meals. . . Tips I learned: * Gochujang… Continue reading Gochujang Ramen with Burst Tomatoes & Crispy Garlic | Creative Vegan Recipes | Vegan Ramen | Fun Plant-Based Recipes
Coconut Tofu with Crunchy Date Slaw | Healthy Vegan Recipes | High Protein Vegan Recipes
This is the Coconut Tofu with Crunchy Date Slaw & Peanut Sauce. It’s from the @purple carrot meal kit. To be honest I had low expectations for this one because it’s just breaded tofu. But I have to say it was quite good! The overall dish was a great combo of salty, sweet and crunchy.… Continue reading Coconut Tofu with Crunchy Date Slaw | Healthy Vegan Recipes | High Protein Vegan Recipes
Penne alla fiesolana | Simple Tuscan Recipes | Homemade Mac n Cheese | Kid-Friendly Dinners
Thank you Marta for sharing another simple Italian recipe with us! It’s a delicious, decadent pasta that takes me straight to Tuscany when I eat it. It’s rich and creamy. Once you learn how to make this béchamel sauce, Marta says you can add it to meat ragu to make lasagna, Eggs Fiorentina style, or… Continue reading Penne alla fiesolana | Simple Tuscan Recipes | Homemade Mac n Cheese | Kid-Friendly Dinners
Gluten-Free Lunch Box Muffins | Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Kids | Hide Veggies for Kids
I discovered this recipe when I did weekly meal prep for families. I was in search of a good gluten-free breakfast so the little kids could take it on the go. These muffins were a hit, and I liked them so much I keep in my recipe rotation. It takes a little time to grate… Continue reading Gluten-Free Lunch Box Muffins | Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Kids | Hide Veggies for Kids
Grandma’s Armenian Kufta (Meatball) Soup: Kololak | Weeknight Armenian Dinners | Healthy Low-Fat Armenian Recipes
I almost didn’t want to share this recipe because it brings up such special memories of my grandma. I still use her handwritten recipe to make this soup. It warms me up every time, physically and in the soul. So, I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do and it gives you… Continue reading Grandma’s Armenian Kufta (Meatball) Soup: Kololak | Weeknight Armenian Dinners | Healthy Low-Fat Armenian Recipes
Gluten-free Healthy Breakfast Cookies (Dairy-Free and No Refined Sugars)
With Oats Without Oats I’m always on the lookout for great gluten-free breakfasts for the families I cook for. I usually make muffins so I decided to change it up this week with breakfast cookies. These cookies came out amazing. It wouldn’t please every picky kid but adults love them. I forgot to add the… Continue reading Gluten-free Healthy Breakfast Cookies (Dairy-Free and No Refined Sugars)