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Jul 13, 20213 min read
Cast Iron Filet Mignon with Horseradish Barbecue Sauce and Herb Butter
Date night? Birthday dinner? Celebratory meal? Any minor positive happening that deserves to be celebrated? Just because?! I've got the...
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brainsandbalance
Jul 8, 20212 min read
Chili Lime Crusted Salmon
I love this dish because it is so so simple. Just mix the spices, sprinkle over the salmon and bake! Dinner is ready in 20 minutes and...
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brainsandbalance
Jul 6, 20213 min read
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet
We love a simple recipe here at #BrainsandBalance! Especially when it's all in one pot! With hearty grains and vegetables, lean proteins...
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brainsandbalance
Jul 1, 20212 min read
15 Minute Caprese Chicken Sausage with Spaghetti and Zoodles
This 15 minute dinner is something everyone will love. Simple ingredients for the picky eaters and minimal prep and cooking for the tired...
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brainsandbalance
Jun 21, 20212 min read
Ground Turkey Meatballs with Szechuan Bean Sauce
I got the idea for this recipe from a combination of asian recipes I have made in the past. A while ago I made Jing Jiang chicken and the...
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brainsandbalance
Jun 15, 20212 min read
Pan Seared Chicken in Mushroom Spinach Cream Sauce
I used to hate mushrooms until I realized I just wasn't properly cooking them! Once you learn how to remove the water that's logged and...
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brainsandbalance
Jun 2, 20213 min read
Salmon and Shrimp Low Carb Risotto
This seafood risotto is creamy, decedent and low carb! And guess what- one dish! My favorite kind of meal. Serve this with a fresh green...
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brainsandbalance
May 26, 20213 min read
One Pot Pork Ratatouille with Cauliflower Rice
There are a few things I love about this dish. First and most importantly it can be made all in one pot. The flavors cook together in the...
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brainsandbalance
May 13, 20213 min read
Chicken BLTs with Best Ever Healthy Garlic Aioli
I may be biased... but this just may be the best looking stack I've ever seen never mind eaten. A healthy scoop of garlic aioli smeared...
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brainsandbalance
May 6, 20212 min read
Raspberry Mango Caprese Salad with Lemon Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
This salad screams summer. From the bright fruits, tangy vinaigrette and fresh herbs to the juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella and loads of...
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brainsandbalance
Apr 13, 20212 min read
The Grilled Cheese Collection (our top grilled cheese and soup side kicks)
There's nothing more satisfying than a grilled cheese. Lunch? Dinner? Dessert? With fries? Dunked in soup? The answer to all of these is...
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Apr 7, 20213 min read
Chicken and Arugula Farmers Market Pasta Salad
Spring has sprung and this salad is inspired by the rainbow of flowers blooming lately. I love incorporating whatever veggies are on sale...
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brainsandbalance
Apr 1, 20212 min read
Chicken and Turkey Bacon Avocado Caesar Wraps
After a busy weekend with my parents visiting, wedding dress try ons and plenty of cheese and wine- I was unprepared for lunches this...
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brainsandbalance
Mar 24, 20213 min read
Roasted Grape Tomato Enchilada Sauce (Served in Chicken/Veggie Enchiladas)
I've used store bought canned enchilada sauce, I've used fancy expensive enchilada sauce, I've made enchilada sauce using tomato sauce......
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brainsandbalance
Mar 23, 20212 min read
Skillet Mexican Street Corn Cauliflower Rice
Healthy Mexican side dishes are hard to come by- but don't get me wrong I love them just the same. But sometimes I want a lighter...
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brainsandbalance
Mar 2, 20212 min read
Roasted Acorn Squash with Whipped Ricotta Cream and Honey
One bite of this and you'll swear you are eating dessert instead of a vegetable. Roasted acorn squash takes on a delicious sweet flavor...
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brainsandbalance
Feb 23, 20212 min read
Meatballs (Ground Beef or Ground Turkey)
Before you read any further, grab the recipe for our homemade marinara and get that simmering on your stove. You'll thank us later for...
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brainsandbalance
Feb 11, 20212 min read
Lemon Ricotta Cauliflower Gnocchi with Roasted Butternut Squash
Did you know you can make a rich, creamy flavor packed sauce with ricotta as the main ingredient?? Pillowy pockets of cauliflower...
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brainsandbalance
Feb 3, 20212 min read
Rosemary Garlic Knots {Healthy, No Yeast}
Have you tried our Healthy No Yeast bagels yet? If you haven't I recommend doubling the dough and saving half for fresh bagels in the...
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brainsandbalance
Feb 2, 20213 min read
Al Pastor Taco Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing
My all time favorite authentic taco is an al pastor taco. Juicy flavorful pork, sweet pineapple, crunchy red onion and flavorful cilantro...
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