Tortellini Salad

I still remember the packaged pasta salad kits that were sold when I was a kid - and how much I disliked the weird dressing mix!  However, my dad's company always had an annual family picnic and they always served an amazing chilled tortellini marinara.  Pasta salad, but better, right?

I like to combine those childhood memories and use delicious, cheese-filled tortellini with a simple, creamy dressing!

Sauteed Greens and Mushrooms

Sometimes the best part of a meal is the side dish, and I love it when mine is full of vegetables.

I love peas, in almost any form, including shoots and leaves.  I found these snow pea tips at the grocery store and I was instantly curious about how the would taste, how to cook them, etc.  I was so excited to try them that I actually tore into the bag as soon as I left the grocery store.  These tips taste like garden fresh peas and are so refreshing.

One of my favorite combinations is cooked peas and mushrooms, so I had to throw some in with these pea tips!

Rice Vermicelli Bowl

Rice vermicelli bowls are one of my favorite light meals to pack for work.  They are easy to make, very flavorful and, I actually think they taste even better the next day!

Steak Butter

I know that you're probably thinking "butter on steak?  Is she crazy?"  I know it might sound strange, but it is really amazing!

Make the butter in advance to allow the flavors to really blend.

Cheesy Green Pizza

There are so many ways to eat more greens and, if you don't normally love them, throwing them into the cheesy goodness of a pizza is a perfect way to change your mind!