Shrimp, Orange, and Arugula Pasta Salad This combination of citrus with pasta, greens, and olives is unexpected. The flavors of the dressing pull everything together. Pasta1 pound fusilli or other pasta2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 shallots (minced)1 clove...
This vegetable curry with spinach and chickpeas is the simple weeknight meal that you’ve been searching for. It is also one of my favorite “use it up” meals since you can clean out your fridge and add just about any vegetable. Of course, chopping...
Spend five minutes prepping this beef pot roast, then let your oven do all the work. You will be rewarded with tender beef, falling right off the bone. Serve with some simple roasted vegetables and dinner is done! Check out my recipe for roasted root vegetables with...
Ah, homemade chicken noodle soup! I cannot get enough in the wintertime. Anytime we have a whole roasted chicken or leftover Thanksgiving turkey, you can bet that I will be making a big ‘ol pot of soup within the next few days. Guess what?? It really isn’t...
This homemade pizza dough recipe is the bomb!! Every Saturday, my husband gets out the flour and whips together this pizza dough. It has become a family ritual that our kids look forward to and it makes meal planning a cinch. Our toppings vary depending on the season....
Broccoli soup with cheddar toasts is a family favorite in my house. It is not as thick as your typical broccoli cheese soup since the cheese is not directly in the soup and no flour is used for thickening. Instead the cheddar toasts soak up the broth and create a...
Hi! I’m Jennifer Dedering, PharmD, BCACP. I am a registered pharmacist and very passionate about food as medicine – for both people and the environment. Every week I post a free meal plan with a focus on seasonal and local sourcing of food. Come back every week for tips to help the environment and check out what my family is eating. I promise it is delicious!
