Tag: protein

Bell Pepper Eggs with Black Beans

May 26, 2020

Bell pepper eggs are a fun and flavorful take on fried eggs. I find that cooking eggs inside bell pepper rings is easier than cooking them alone because the egg white stays together in the bell pepper ring making it easier to transfer from pan to plate without breaking the yolk. Enjoy on a bed … Continued

Mediterranean Tomato-Poached Eggs with Chickpeas

January 19, 2020

This is a rendition of the popular North African dish Shakshuka, which is enjoyed in many Mediterranean countries. I prefer adding chickpeas to the bright and flavorful tomato sauce to make the dish take on a stew-like quality. The sauce is simple and straightforward to prepare. The key to this recipe is poaching the eggs … Continued

Feta and Green Olive Breakfast Quesadilla

September 8, 2019

This breakfast quesadilla is inspired by my favorite boureka, a savory pastry filled with feta cheese and olives. Here you have all the flavor of a delicious boreka, but with a healthier, easier to work with whole grain tortilla. Plus, the eggs will keep you satisfied all morning. Enjoy these quesadillas along side Fresh Tomato … Continued

Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Sunchokes

May 11, 2019

Although sunchokes slightly resemble ginger in appearance, they have an earthy, nutty flavor with the taste and mouth-feel something like a potato combined with a water chestnut.

Broccoli & Cheese Egg Muffins

April 17, 2019

If you’re looking for protein and veggies in the morning, you’ve come to the right place. These egg muffins are a delicious and easy make ahead breakfast item for busy weekday mornings or a weekend brunch.

Cilantro Chicken Burgers

April 12, 2019

The secret ingredient in these burgers are the veggies.