Chicken Fajitas with Asparagus Put a little spice in your spring menu with this savory preparation of fresh, local asparagus. Servings 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2-3 Tbsp Thrive Culinary oil or safflower oil, divided (high smoke point oil) 1 large onion, sliced lengthwise into ¼” strips [...]
Chicken with White Wine Sauce
Julia Lont2018-03-01T13:00:41-08:00Chicken with White Wine Sauce A simple and flavorful stove-top recipe for chicken breast braised in white wine with oyster mushrooms. This is a Donna's Kitchen video recipe. Servings 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp butter, divided 3 Tbsp flour ½ tsp sea salt 1/8 tsp black [...]
Lamb Chops & Mint Sauce
Julia Lont2018-02-28T11:45:35-08:00Lamb Chops & Mint Sauce Tender and flavorful lamb chops are enhanced by an aromatic and creamy yogurt-based mint sauce. Servings 6 lamb chops or lamb shoulder steaks ¼ tsp. salt (or more to taste), divided Fresh ground pepper to taste 2 Tbsp. olive oil [...]
Spring Quinoa
Julia Lont2018-02-28T11:32:39-08:00Spring Quinoa This protein-packed salad blends quinoa with healthful dandelion greens, fresh snow peas, walnuts, feta cheese and light, citrus-herb dressing. Servings For the Salad: 1 ½ cups quinoa 2 ³⁄4 cups water 1 tsp. sea salt, divided ¼ lb. snow peas, cut into ³⁄4" pieces [...]
Apricot Glazed Chicken
Julia Lont2018-02-28T09:56:24-08:00Apricot Glazed Chicken This delicious dish features a sweet and savory sauce made with marmalade and dried apricots, figs, and currants. Works great as a vegan meal also by using tofu instead of chicken! Servings 3 Tbsp olive oil 8 boneless chicken breasts halves, skinned or 2 blocks tofu, cubed [...]
Crock Pot Chuck Roast
Julia Lont2018-01-10T12:06:37-08:00Crock Pot Chuck Roast Slow-cooked to tender, moist, savory perfection, this easy-to-make meal is great to come home to! Servings 2# chuck roast ¼ cup wheat-free tamari 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 cup beef broth ½ cup red wine, optional [...]
Old Time Beef Stew
Julia Lont2018-02-08T14:29:41-08:00Old Time Beef Stew Warming and satisfying stew great for a cold winter night. Servings 2 Tbsp butter or olive oil 2# stew meat, cut in bite-sized pieces 1 large onion, sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 4 cups boiling water 1 Tbsp. sea salt 1 [...]
Lemon Thyme Roasted Chicken
Julia Lont2017-10-31T10:48:35-07:00Lemon Thyme Roasted Chicken Tender chicken infused with lemon, thyme, and garlic along with roasted carrots and fennel. Servings 5-6 lb whole chicken Salt & pepper 2 bunches fresh thyme 1 lemon, halved 1 head garlic, cut in half crosswise 2 Tbsp butter, melted 1 [...]
Braised Pork Chops with Delicata
Julia Lont2017-10-31T10:56:43-07:00Braised Pork Chops with Delicata Blending the sweetness of sweet onion and delicata with the savory flavors of prosciutto, Dijon, and sage this pork chop dish is sure to please. Servings 4 bone-in pork chops Salt & freshly ground pepper 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, sliced [...]
Black Bean Soup with Rice & Corn
Julia Lont2018-09-07T10:34:59-07:00Black Bean Soup with Rice & Corn A hearty, delicious soup to warm you up on a chilly day. Servings 2 cups dry black beans 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 celery ribs, diced 2 carrots, diced 3 -4 garlic cloves, minced [...]