Mashed Rosemary Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

If you’re like me, you are probably not a fan of the super sugary-tasting sweet potato casseroles that appear everywhere during the Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. Rosemary Mashed Sweet Potatoes

To me, these orange root vegetables are already SWEET, no need for added sugar, marshmallows or other nonsense. Read on to get the recipe for Mashed Rosemary Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Onions – it’ savory (offset by natural light sweetness) and simply delicious.  Continue reading

Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles + Topping Ideas

Nothing like a big bowl of mashed potatoes . . .  except maybe these Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles, I absolutely adore the crispy exterior and soft, fluffy inside that some time spent in the waffle iron creates! Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles with Topping Ideas

With Thanksgiving and other big-meal holidays on the horizon, I am always on the lookout for leftover mashed potato recipes and other ways to give a next-day upgrade to our hearty meal and side dishes. Learn how easy it is to make these flourless mashed potato waffles and even meal-prep enough to stick in the freezer for busy days down the road. Continue reading

Turmeric Mashed Potatoes | Dairy-free, Plant-based, Whole30

Everyone has their own special way of making mashed potatoes, and often for me that includes winging it! You know, a little of this and a little of that – and sometimes this potato side dish turns out better than others, lol! Vegan Turmeric Mashed Potatoes - dairy-free, gluten-free, plant-based, healthy complex carbs

The last time I made the best mashed potatoes worthy of putting on repeat, I made sure I to write down all the details for future replication. Vegan Turmeric Mashed Potatoes are dairy-free, plant-based, gluten-free and awesome complex carbs to fuel running. Ground turmeric serves as a functional ingredient, I appreciate those anti-inflammatory benefits. Also, the earthy undertones of turmeric play so nicely with potato – and the beautiful COLOR, people might think these are sweet potatoes at first glance! Continue reading

Mushroom Brown & Wild Rice Medley for Instant Pot

‘Tis the season for side dishes! When you bring a traditional Thanksgiving turkey or celebration beef roast to the table, how many holiday side dishes to you serve on the side? Whether it’s two or twenty, my Mushroom Brown & Wild Rice Medley for Instant Pot is a quick, easy, comforting choice that doesn’t take up and precious real estate in the oven or stove top (where so many other holiday dishes are cooking). 

Read on to get this easy rice recipe and Instant Pot Thanksgiving side dish that’s finished in 30 minutes. Continue reading

Deviled Egg Owls – a HOOT for Halloween & Thanksgiving!

If you’re looking for the CUTEST fall appetizer EVER, then look no further than these Deviled Egg Owls! They are surprisingly easy to make (and I’m no Martha), healthy, delicious . . . .and a HOOT! Deviled Egg Owls are decorated with edible toppings and make a fun addition to your Halloween party, Thanksgiving dinner, autumn picnic, or other fall gathering.

Read on to get the recipe and some fun owl facts to further delight your guests: Continue reading