Perfect for this 4th of July! These lettuce wraps are booming with flavor, sparkling with a bit of heat and offering a grand finale of satiation without weighing you down at all.

Just a big ol' heap of ooey-gooey messy delicious nachos that won't make you feel like crap later. Go team!

Here in the mid-west we tailgate HARD! This is the perfect one-hand food (one for brew) that you can make before the game starts. Re-heat over your little grill or eat just out of the fridge, either way, super delish and guilt free! Go team!  

It's spicy!  No, it's sweet!  Sweet! Spicy!! SWEET! SPICY!  Using jalapenos and pepadews, this bean slider will have your senses enjoying flavors all over the map.  You control the heat and the sweet in this baby burger! 

Looking for a way to combine comfort food vibes with a healthy twist? These Black-Eyed Pea Burgers are packed with plant-based goodness, making them a hearty and delicious way to celebrate new beginnings. Traditionally, black-eyed peas are said to bring good luck and prosperity, so why not stack up ...

When Cinco de Mayo falls on a Sunday - you brunch, Mexi style!

In honor of National Papaya Month I offer you the most simple, yet delicious papaya salsa you'll ever make.  I've discovered that when papaya shares the plate with other flavors, this underrated fruit takes a back seat.  Do you really know what papaya tastes like?  Do you know that it's sweetness is...

After creating the Papaya Jalapeno Salsa, I knew there was more I could do with these ingredients that work so well together. Jumping far out of the box, I created a cocktail using all the same flavors and nearly all the same ingredients of the Salsa. Cheers!

Serve these at your next party and watch them disappear! The light and sweet pico de gallo atop the messy, yummy "pork" is the perfect combination!