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Vegan Kung Pao Noodles
I recently was invited to participate in another fun #Blogger Recipe contest, this time held by Big Mountain Foods… they sent me a few of...

Kristen Hess
Jan 14, 20224 min read
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Garlic Basil Parmesan Chicken + Zucchini Bake
This is such an easy recipe, and perfect for a weeknight at the end of Summer; especially when you have lots of zucchini left over! This...

Kristen Hess
Sep 2, 20213 min read
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Sausage, Kale and Veggie Soup {Low Carb / Keto}
Whenever it’s cold outside, I crave a big pot of #soup or stew to warm my bones and forget that its Winter outside…I’m used to the NY...

Kristen Hess
Jan 16, 20214 min read
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Low Carb Cheesy Beef Enchilada Bake
This is a super easy and delicious Low Carb Cheesy Beef Enchilada Bake made with mega layers of spicy taco seasoned beef, zucchini,...

Kristen Hess
Dec 4, 20203 min read
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Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup
Fall is finally upon us and its my favorite time of year! I especially love cozy soups and stews when it starts to get chilly outside....

Kristen Hess
Sep 16, 20203 min read
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Paleo “Smashed” Sweet Potatoes w/ Honey + Thyme
These Paleo “Smashed” Sweet Potatoes with Honey + Thyme are a fantastic alternative to regular sweet potato casseroles that are laden...

Kristen Hess
May 7, 20204 min read
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Rock Star Chili
It’s that time of year again where all i really want to do is stay in and cook some hearty comfort food and watch Netflix with my kitty...

Kristen Hess
Dec 31, 20193 min read
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Keto/Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup
Today I present to you the easiest, cheesiest, most delicious #soup ever, and the perfect remedy for a chilly Winter day – Keto/Low Carb...

Kristen Hess
Jan 18, 20193 min read
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Mississippi Pot Roast + Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
I was craving some serious comfort food yesterday – specifically some roast beef and potatoes with gravy like my mom used to make when I...

Kristen Hess
Jan 8, 20194 min read
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Luscious Truffle Mac + Cheese
The holidays are here and I’m full swing in baking mode! It’s the best time of year for making dishes for parties and special occasions...

Kristen Hess
Dec 26, 20183 min read
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Sausage, Zucchini + Mushroom Pasta {Gluten-Free, Organic}
The holidays are approaching so quickly (yay!) and during this time of year I love staying indoors and making some serious comfort food....

Kristen Hess
Dec 11, 20183 min read
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Red Wine Bolognese Pappardelle + World Pasta Day
So it’s National Pasta Day…and of course my favorite day of the year! Especially when there’s delightful Italian wine involved – which...

Kristen Hess
Oct 17, 20183 min read
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Fig, Almond + Orange Vanilla Tart
So Fall is here – I know, I know, aren’t we all excited?! It’s definitely been a super hot Summer and I am in full baking and cooking...

Kristen Hess
Sep 27, 20184 min read
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Pork Chops w/ Caramelized Pear & Ginger Sauce
Hey guys! I’m so excited that Fall is finally here! I absolutely love Summer, but Fall cooking is one of my favorites with all the...

Kristen Hess
Sep 20, 20183 min read
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Holiday Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Turnovers
hey guys..the holidays are rapidly approaching and we all know what that means…parties, parties and more parties…full of friends and...

Kristen Hess
Nov 9, 20173 min read
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Kung Pao Beef w/ Cauliflower Rice (Sugar + Gluten Free)
I recently was approached by Steviva to compete in the Sweetin It-Up Blogger Recipe Challenge and decided to make a sugar free, gluten...

Kristen Hess
Oct 31, 20173 min read
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Porcini Linguine w/ Spicy Beef + Mushroom Ragu
So Fall is finally here guys! My absolute favorite time of the year – cooler temperatures, the leaves changing, sweaters, jeans and...

Kristen Hess
Sep 14, 20172 min read
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Maple Balsamic Quinoa Salad
Hey guys! I’ve been so busy working on client projects I haven’t had the time to post many new recipes lately so I wanted to share a...

Kristen Hess
Aug 2, 20172 min read
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Spinach Artichoke Chicken & Bacon Flatbread Pizza
If there was one last thing I could eat before my last day on earth yes, it would be pizza. Italian food is one of my favorite things to...

Kristen Hess
Jun 2, 20174 min read
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Chile Chocolate Braised Short Ribs
There’s nothing more comforting and heartwarming on a crazy cold day than braised short ribs with roasted veggies and mashed potatoes....

Kristen Hess
Jan 24, 20173 min read
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