This incredible shaved brussels sprouts salad is full of crunchy almonds and salty and nutty Parmesan and it is anything but boring. The biggest deal closer is the ridiculously simple lemony garlic dressing that makes this taste like it came straight out of a restaurant kitchen. [wprm-recipe-jump] I am blessed to live in Chicago for…
This is it! Here is your Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinner plan! One glorious turkey, 8 incredible side dishes and even an incredible no bake dessert! With my genius plan you will spend less time in the kitchen and more time out with your guests! Happy holidays everyone! My Christmas music has been playing all week…because its after…
Lunch is never a bore or a hassle with my incredible and simple NO COOK Instant Pho to Go! The ingredients are never boring, always delicious and never-ending! Create vegetarian, vegan and meat lover options with my super simple formula!!! Prepare for your lunch game to be forever changed. I saw this soup on one of…
My super easy Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Dinner Menu is going to make your high holiday dinners a breeze this year. Plus it is a major crowd pleaser! There is something in here for everyone! And the best part is every single item on this dinner is either freezer ENCOURAGED or easily made ahead of time….
One pan cajun salmon and asparagus is the ultimate dinner! Healthy, delicious and on the table in 15 minutes! Who needs takeout when a meal this good is less than 30 minutes away. Dinner for me is seldom complicated. Despite the fact that I am a chef, I need dinner simplified and unassuming. I need minimal dishes to…
A ridiculously creamy and luscious sauce that is loaded with garlic and silkiness. This dairy free alfredo sauce are what all vegan dreams are made of. A few years ago when I went vegan (Note: I remained a hard core vegan for over 5 months…at which point I added in fish and eggs) one of the…
Breakfast will never be forgotten again with these Peanut Butter and Jelly overnight oats! Full of fiber, protein and pure deliciousness, this is one breakfast that the whole family will enjoy. I am not one for food trends. Even as a food blogger, I never jump on the bandwagon of the crazy trends bombarding my Pinterest and…
This grilled eggplant salad is full of flavor, light on labor and packed with nutritious and delicious vegetables. The eggplants’ mild flavor combined with the vibrant taste of the grilled red peppers, minced garlic and cilantro makes the the ultimate summer salad! [wprm-recipe-jump] Side dishes have never been my forte. I am more the main…
This super creamy Nutella and banana ice cream is actually healthy! And with only two ingredients and just a bit of prep this dessert is yours! Go ahead have a scoop or four, it’s practically guilt free!!! [wprm-recipe-jump] One of my favorite moments of the week are Sunday mornings. It is usually the only day of…
An easy and versatile marinade that comes together in minutes and packs a huge punch of umami flavor! Use it as a marinade for grilled shrimp, fish or even as a dipping oil for lobster and shrimp. I sometimes feel like I have the best job in the world. Being a personal chef, (this is…
A delicious round-up of vegetarian fare that is perfect for Passover! The Passover holiday is one that many of us plan for, clean for, prep for and are utterly exhausted by. When I have people over for my house it is usually a 20 person affair with about 20-25 different dishes. Really…no joke. Russian Jews…
A simple every day homemade pizza dough that comes together with just a few ingredients and is ready in an hour! Plus as an added bonus, this dough freezes perfectly!!! On a gloomy Sunday afternoon, my good friend Tanya called me and invited me over to have some homemade pizza. I gathered my things quickly and arrived…