Earthy, sweet parsnips are blended together with tangy apples to create a beautiful, creamy and contrasting soup topped with maple roasted pumpkin seeds.

The chicken thigh is one of my favorite cuts of chicken. Why? Because it punches chicken breast in the face, figuratively at least, flavor wise. The extra fat in the thigh creates a great flavor profile along with a delicious juicy texture. Meanwhile, chicken breast just sits there hoping you pour some seasoning on it or it will taste like nothing.

This poached egg and prosciutto brunch sandwich is elegant, easy, and only takes 15 minutes to make.

This marinated kale and rice salad is vegan, gluten free, packed with ton of flavor and it travels great with you!! That's right - raw kale enjoy the company of zesty cilantro dressing, slowly marinates as you reach to your favorite picnic destination. First, as you open the jar, the delicious aroma of cilantro-lemon dressing awakens all your senses...... As you dig-in, the sweetness of raisins, cherry tomatoes, toasted peanuts...... compel you to keep going back for one MORE bite! Isn't it great? Enjoying scrumptious food with family, without breaking the calorie-bank! I'm sure you know by now, I can't live without salads! I'm addicted to eating and serving salads all YEAR long! And Yes, I do plan and pack, at-least one healthy salad for picnic or even for road trips! :)