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French Lentil Salad

I was going to name this post “Warm Weather Lunch”, but, let’s face it, it’s been hitting the 100-degree mark around here and it’s just plain hot (I won’t even mention the humidity). On days like this, you don’t want an elaborate meal or a casserole. You just want something fresh and healthy that won’t […]

Simple Saturday: Roasted Veg Orzo Salad

Growing up, Sunday lunch was always a big deal. When we came home from church, mom would get to cooking a feast (even in her Sunday best), and my sisters and I would help get dinner on the table. Yes, Sunday lunch was such a big deal that we even called it “dinner” sometimes. Maybe […]

4 Salads to Try

I don’t know about you, but I spent the past long weekend pigging out on amazing food (from sandwiches to tapas and beers to hot cocoa). My husband and I were celebrating our 2nd anniversary in one of my favorite places, Asheville, NC. I am in love with this cute mountain town, and it’s so […]

Simple Saturday: Huevo Ranchero

I’m always looking for ways to use fresh ingredients to make a quick and flavorful lunch. And I’m always looking for food that transports me somewhere. I am a huge fan of huevos rancheros and have been since I first went to Mexico and tasted the magic, comforting mix of beans, tortillas, spicy sauce and […]

Simple Saturday: Brown Bagging It

We probably all know that the best way to eat healthy and on the cheap at lunch during the workday is to bring your lunch. I set a goal of bringing my lunch to work at least 4 out of 5 days and save quite a few dollars and know that the food I’m eating […]