Smooth, sweet and creamy, this protein smoothie, inspired by chai lattes, is low-cal and beats the heat.

This slow cooker chicken stock comes together effortlessly. No need to peel those vegetables or even break dow

This asparagus risotto recipe is based on an easy-bake risotto from Ina Garten, jazzed up a bit with sunny Cal

Roasted asparagus pairs with everything from chicken to beef to fish, and is excellent chopped into a risotto

This endlessly adaptable recipe comes together quickly and is perfect for green salads, grain salads or even a

This simple salad is a sweet twist on a traditional chicken salad. As Thanksgiving approaches, Pin this recipe

Pork tenderloin rubbed with a sassy spice rub makes a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's fit for company.

Add some California sunshine to this Argentinian dish with a bit of sweet basil. This is an ideal condiment fo

I love two things about this recipe: it's fast and since the chicken is essentially poached, you can use it in

Elevate your gluten-free macaroni and cheese by using Gruyère instead of the usual cheddar cheese.

An ode to summer, perfect for seaside picnics and family get-togethers.

This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal but it's flavorful enough to impress your guests any night of

These gluten-free chocolate chip blondies are a fun treat to make for mom or a favorite teacher.

This lower-calorie alternative to traditional chicken salad is packed with flavor so you won't miss any of the

This salad can be doubled for a potluck or other large gathering. Enjoy leftovers (if you have any) for a day

Perfect comfort food: nourishing, low-fat and hearty. This also freezes well; try individual 2-cup portions.

It's worth the extra effort to prep the chicken the day before - this allows the flavors of the paprika and ga

This dish comes together quickly and then simmers, giving you time to enjoy a quick glass of wine with friends

Today is a day for swimming in pools with friends, lazing in the sun and sipping iced tea jazzed up with mint.

Making taco seasoning mix at home frees you from those store-bought packets. This makes enough for about 6 pou

Every bite of this gluten-free bread is fabulous (especially when slathered with butter or olive oil). This ma

This easy-breezy summer pasta recipe is perfect hot or cold. Perfect for picnics, parties and pot-lucks (just

This version is fairly mild, in terms of spiciness. You can up the heat factor by following Dani's lead and ad

It's been a few weeks since the bake sale (an event I love but had to miss because I was touring San Diego's a

Roasting a head of garlic alongside the chicken adds a deeper flavor texture to the final dish. If you have ti

As every little girl knows, April showers bring May flowers. Spring has long been anticipated as a season of r

This gluten-free version of a traditional tabbouleh is terrific on its own, or add grilled chicken or lamb for

Don’t be put off by the length of this recipe. Salting the chicken a day ahead actually saves time the

This salad is inspired by my favorite gluten-free salad, CPK’s original chopped salad. To bring out th

This pesto is a family milestone in that it's a new food for our little Gigi, who is notoriously picky and kno

This recipe makes enough guacamole to serve an entire block party. Consider halving the recipe for smaller gro

Pesto is perfect over pasta, fish or chicken. Freeze leftovers in small plastic containers, adding a thin laye