Simple Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Pasta (or without)

One of my favorite recipes is really a “non” recipe. Practically too simple, really, to even be written down! But I still want to share my recipe for Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes because they are one of my favorite sides. And they’re not only delicious, they take about 10 minutes to make.

Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

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Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Are you looking for a versatile summer to fall salad that ‘s super healthy but so good you wouldn’t even guess it and that can double up as a side or a vegetarian main dish salad? That’s Southwestern Quinoa Salad. And it’s jumping with flavor, lime, garlic and all of the usual suspects that go along with that fresh Southwestern vibe.

Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Southwestern Quinoa Salad

 

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Fabulous Falafel on Super Easy Flat Bread

Falafel Sandwiches

I can’t remember the last time I had Falafel – college maybe? It seems there is always some wonderful place near a college in every city I’ve lived in…but who wants to take a drive just to have the experience? Surprisingly easy to make at home, you can customize them just the way you’d like.

Falafel Sandwiches - customizable at home!

Falafel Sandwiches – customizable at home!

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Classic Vegetable Soup, perfected!

Classic Vegetable Soup

Now that fall is nipping at us here and there in Minnesota, I can’t help but think “soup!” As far as a budget-friendly and healthy meal, there’s hardly anything that can beat a Classic Vegetable Soup. Of course, you’re not limited to fall to make this Classic Vegetable Soup – I make it all winter long and into late spring.

Classic Vegetable Soup, perfected!

Classic Vegetable Soup, perfected!

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