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Try these ultra juicy, grilled chicken kebabs – the perfect smoky, richly flavorful meat-on-a-stick to pack for quick picnic lunches or pair with a crisp and hydrating romaine salad for a sumptuously filling lunch or dinner spread.

I use a combination of spices inspired by traditional Shawarma – cumin, coriander, cinnamon, garlic — plus lemon, paprika, and a handful of fresh herbs to make sure every bite is beyond. I could happily eat this combo every day for the rest of summer, it’s that good!

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Pomodoro Pizza Sauce

Simple Pomodoro Sauce for pizza, pasta & more! There was a huge pot of this go-to tomato sauce (perfect for pasta, pizza, and soup!) simmering away on the stove almost every weekend when I was growing up. I use this sauce as a base for an essential cheese pizza that my kids love – join us for a bite!

In the last installment of our homemade pizza extravaganza, we make a Tomato Pie aka Pomodoro (cheeseless!) Pizza inspired by one of my all-time favorite slices at Gjelina in Los Angeles. The key to their extra tomatoe-ey pie is Tomato Confit — a method of long-simmering fresh tomatoes in olive oil and garlic until only their sweetest tomato essence remains. We’re also going to compare my Breville Pizzaiolo Pizza Oven to a regular oven with a pizza stone – you know I love a good carb comparative study.

And if you weren’t planning on making pizza this weekend… plans have changed — enjoy!

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Homemade Pizza

Let it begin! I’m going to be sharing my much requested homemade pizza recipe — from the dough, to the sauce, to a few ways to put it all together into truly glorious pies.

Get ready for an epic pizza adventure! It all starts with homemade dough, thin in the middle and perfectly crisp and chewy around the edges!

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Pizza Dough
Spicy Garlic White Pizza

Sheet Pan Salmon

This Pistachio Crusted Sheet Pan Salmon is unforgettably delicious: juicy, rich, perfectly cooked salmon under a crunchy, golden-brown topping of pistachios, breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs. I’ve been dreaming about recreating this ever since Gail Simmons made it for me and Jamika Pessoa on The Good Dish!

I am also making some garlicky Coriander-Butter Potatoes with lemon to round out the meal, but a nice side salad would be lovely and fresh, too. You know I love any sheet pan dish — easy cleanup, maximum flavor, minimal effort, and feeds a crowd! Plus, she plates up very pretty…perfect for summer lunch or supper!

Enjoy!

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Spring Frittata

Hakuna frittata!

OK, but actually, it really means “no worries” because frittatas can be eaten hot out of the oven, room temperature for an easy lunch with a lovely side salad, or cold out of the fridge for a delectable midnight snack — I recommend a swizzle of sriracha if you’re going this route!!

A frittata is an egg dish that is first cooked on the stovetop to cultivate lovely soft curds, then finished in the oven for a wonderfully plush texture. I’ve filled this spring-inspired version with asparagus, leeks, yellow bell pepper, and tons of fresh herbs for a wonderful savory-sweet combination, with salty pops of creamy feta sprinkled around! Did I mention it all cooks in one pan (choose one with sloped edges if you know what’s good for you — you’ll see lol!) so clean up is easy, too?

Whether you’re looking for a perfect Mother’s Day main or just to up your egg game, take advantage of the season and dig in!

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Cajun Salmon Burgers

I spent a college summer in London where I discovered the comforting joy that is excellent fish cakes! These salmon burgers are inspired by the many I tried that summer — though I took some liberties — and sing with a healthy dose of fresh herbs, scallions, and cajun-style seasoning.

They cook up fast and full of flavor and are the perfect bbq staple or protein-packed topper to Frisée salad with Lemon Anchovy Vinaigrette. I highly recommend giving your salmon burger a seductive swish of Caper Aioli — homemade mayo bedazzled with garlic, capers, and lemons! Or put all three together and my oh my, brunch, lunch, or dinner is served!

Find this and 150 other craveably clean recipes free from gluten and refined sugar in my new cookbook, Eat Your Heart Out!

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Cajun Salmon Burger
Caper Aioli
Frisée with Lemon Anchovy Vinaigrette

Sheet-Pan Chicken Teriyaki

Let’s make Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken with Green Beans — another delicious recipe straight from my new cookbook, Eat Your Heart Out!

This is a perfect weeknight supper, and your sheet pan is the real star because it creates minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. The sticky, gently-sweet teriyaki sauce is punchy with garlic and ginger — it’s perfect over chicken, shrimp, fish, tofu, or veggies.

The yummy takeout magic we crave made right at home — without gluten or refined sugar!

Find this and 150 other craveably clean recipes free from gluten and refined sugar in my new cookbook, Eat Your Heart Out!

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Chickpea “Tuna” Salad

When it comes to fast lunches and snacks, look no further than this shockingly delicious and totally vegetarian recipe from my new book, Eat Your Heart Out.

It’s a bright, super flavorful, one-bowl salad that serves tuna salad satisfaction without actually including any fish! I make it using chickpeas, which have an amazing meaty texture — plus tons of protein and fiber to keep us feeling full and fueled. Plus lemon, capers, dill, and a wonderful crunch from shallots and celery.

Give it a try and prepare to be amazed!!!

Find this and 150 other craveably clean recipes free from gluten and refined sugar in my new cookbook, Eat Your Heart Out!

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Cucumber Melon Gazpacho

Serving you summertime in a bowl!

This cool, creamy soup is the perfect starter, light lunch, or a full meal if you just can’t get enough like me! Cucumber, scallions, and a gentle hit of sweetness from honeydew melon come together in a rich base of smooth, pureed almonds that give this soup so much body. I love adding in a touch of fresh mint and jalapeño to keep each bite exciting.

Find this and 150 other craveably clean recipes free from gluten and refined sugar in my new cookbook, Eat Your Heart Out!

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Chicken Saltimbocca

Almost a classic, but with a few liberties taken because it’s me. We’re going to wrap chicken breast and make it sing with the crispy, salty, fatty goodness that is prosciutto, made extra tantalizing with herbs, citrus and spice!

I’m also showing you a tender arugula and herb salad with creamy manchego cheese and crunchy almonds that pairs perfectly for a light but filling meal — and an optional quick recipe for pan gravy you can make to drag each bite through for even more flavorful juiciness. Enjoy!

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