Instant Pot Chicken Stew | Kara Lydon

A hearty and comforting one pot meal, this creamy Instant Pot Chicken Stew is made with chicken thighs, carrots, garlic, green beans, and spices like rosemary, thyme and sage. Why I Love This Recipe A thick savory stew is the perfect meal to cozy up with during the cold winter months. This Instant Pot Chicken…

Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal | Kara Lydon

An easy make-ahead breakfast with less than 10 minutes prep time! This peanut butter baked oatmeal is made with rolled oats, cinnamon, peanut butter and is extra delicious when topped with chocolate chips.Why I Love This Recipe Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal is the perfect make-ahead breakfast that can be prepped on a Sunday and enjoyed…

Gingerbread Oatmeal | Kara Lydon

This gingerbread oatmeal is a perfect cozy breakfast for the holidays! Made on the stovetop with quick steel cut oats, cinnamon, ginger, and molasses for a delightful (but not too sweet!) gingerbread taste. Why I Love This Recipe I love gingerbread during the holiday season. I just can’t get enough of those delicious warming spices…

Vegan Loaded Sweet Potato | Kara Lydon

The ultimate vegan loaded sweet potato – packed with kale, black beans, and topped off with a homemade green goddess dressing. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.  Why I Love This Recipe This Vegan Loaded Sweet Potato makes a perfect weeknight meal that is healthy, delicious and so easy to make. It’s both…

Blackened Scallops | Kara Lydon

Ready in just 10 minutes, these blackened scallops are pan-seared and full of spicy flavor. Topped off with a sweet honey butter, these scallops are delicious served over squash puree, polenta, or rice. Why I Love This Recipe These blackened scallops make for a delicious meal any day of the week. They’re ready in just…

Salad with Beetroot and Feta

A light lunch or delicious side dish, this salad with beetroot and feta is made with tender roasted beets, salty feta, crunchy walnuts and microgreens and topped off with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Buy cooked beets at the grocery store for a significant time saver! Why I Love This Recipe This Beetroot Salad with Feta…

Ancient Grains Bowl | Kara Lydon

A nourishing and hearty meal, this ancient grains bowl is made with quinoa and farro, roasted sweet potato, broccoli, and chickpeas, and topped with a delicious creamy tahini sauce. Why I Love This Recipe When it comes to a satisfying, savory meal, I love nothing more than a saucy, hearty grain bowl packed with protein…

Buffalo Cauliflower Dip | Kara Lydon

This Buffalo Cauliflower Dip is a delicious vegetarian spin on a classic game day snack. Made with roasted cauliflower, Frank’s hot sauce, Greek yogurt, and ranch, it’s perfect served with tortilla chips or celery sticks. Easy to make in the oven, slow cooker, or Instant Pot! Why I Love This Recipe This Buffalo Cauliflower Dip…

Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal | Kara Lydon

Perfect for the fall, this apple pie baked oatmeal is a cozy, delicious make-ahead breakfast for the week. Made with diced apples, rolled oats, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger, it’s reminiscent of warm apple pie flavors! Why I Love This Recipe This Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal is a perfect warm and cozy breakfast that…

Instant Pot 15 Bean Soup

No overnight bean soaking needed with this easy Instant Pot 15 Bean Soup! This easy weeknight meal requires very little prep and comes together quickly in the Instant Pot with many ingredients you likely already have on hand like canned tomatoes, garlic, onion, and spices. Why I Love This Recipe This Instant Pot 15 Bean…