Indian food was my favorite discovery of 2018. It has been a love affair ever since… I love attempting to recreate my favorites for cozy nights in. A trip to the Indian Grocery Store is the real game changer here. So many new flavors, spices, and textures. Have fun in the kitchen ya’ll! Tag me […]

We are in a busy season right now. I’m currently interested in: 1 pot dishes Freezer Meals Sleepovers at Gigi + papa’s house/granny’s house Exhausted kids after long play days All the help we can get! These zucchini fritters were actually created because I forgot about the 5 pound bag of zucchini I purchased at Costco the […]

Here to bring you a NEW fan favorite. It’s easy, can be made ahead of time, and can be made in the oven or the crockpot! I love a good, versatile recipe. I love this one even more because it’s very hands off and allows you to actually enjoy your guests/ watch the game/ sit […]

Guess what – the Whole30 Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja is the recipe I bet you ALWAYS have the ingredients for, but have never tried. This comforting dish is easily thrown together and super versatile. This recipe for Whole30 Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja will be in weekly rotation in the Allen house. Seriously. The shredded beef […]

I wasn’t always a fan of salmon. I finally figured out, I just didn’t like how it was prepared. I like it with a sweet glaze, like my Simple Honey Sriracha Salmon, or seasoned and topped with a spicy sweet salsa like this recipe.  And as a bonus, (especially in January), it’s Whole30 Blackened Salmon with […]

Whole30 Chicken Tacos al Pastor  EDITED 6/20/18: This for Whole30 Chicken Tacos al Pastor is Whole30 Compliant. It’s just pictured with rice and beans (which are not Whole30 Compliant)! This is a loose interpretation of Chicken Tacos al Pastor. I was in a pinch the the other day, and I impressed myself with this easy pressure […]

I’m back today with a Whole30 Pesto, Shrimp and Zoodles recipe to add to your rotation.  It’s quick, has only a few ingredients, and tastes delicious.

I’ve got a quick and easy Whole30 Jambalaya recipe for you today!  Are you ready? My entire family is from Louisiana (some still live there, actually) and they are well versed in cajun and creole cooking. Jeff and I were craving something different and this idea popped in my head.

Dressing and sauces are what make the most average of meals exciting! At any given time, I have 3-4 homemade sauces with handwritten labels in my fridge. I always prep mine in wide mouth mason jars so I can use my hand blender instead of my big ol’ clunky blender cup. Growing up, I wasn’t […]

Number One Question Asked in 2018: “Do you have a post up about how to roast a chicken? ” or some variation of this. I roast a whole chicken almost every other week. It’s easy to season, really hard to mess up, and is always flavorful and juicy. I like to spatchcock mine for a […]

Today’s BBQ Chili recipe is just the ticket for this season where we crave warmth, simplicity and great flavor.  And for us, there is nothing better than a bowl of hearty chili before the big game! My BBQ Chili recipe is easy to make, and can feed a crowd. Amplify your tailgate with this BBQ […]

Balsamic Chicken Recipe: A First & Full Favorite! This easy balsamic chicken is one of my most viewed recipes of all time! I have since updated the recipe and added a printable recipe card. PrintGrilled Balsamic Chicken and White Cheddar Mashed PotatoesPrep 2 hoursCook 45 minsTotal 2 hours, 45 minsAuthor Marissa AllenYield 6 servings Chicken […]