Sinaya Casserole with Eggplant and Hummus

For enticing comfort food with a Middle Eastern twist, look no further. Topped with a rich layer of hummus, this casserole features layers of meat, tomatoes, and roasted eggplant beneath. I had to pass up many a casserole during the years I could not eat dairy. But the craving for warm comfort food remained strong. So I found ways to work around my limitations, and we enjoyed breakfast casseroles and this dairy-free … Continue reading Sinaya Casserole with Eggplant and Hummus

aiming4simpleSeptember 2016October 20169 Comments

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Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

As the weather cools a little, our family’s fall schedule is revving up. Thank goodness for simple meals like this winner of a sheet pan dinner! The vegetables can even be prepped and stored up to three days ahead of time, which streamlines getting dinner into the oven when every minute counts! A rich marinade keeps the chicken moist and juicy. This means that I can take out a cooked … Continue reading Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

aiming4simpleSeptember 2016September 201616 Comments

Mason Jar Greek Salad | Swirls and Spice | #grainfree

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Jane’s Mason Jar Greek Salad

Brace yourself for the most satisfying salad ever, featuring chickpeas and Greek-seasoned chicken. Feta and Kalamata olives add a punch of flavor that ascends to Mount Olympus and back. When all ten layers meet in your entree-sized bowl, the result is no less than extraordinary. I never knew how beloved a Mason jar salad could be until my friend Jane sent me this recipe out of the blue. After making and devouring it, … Continue reading Jane’s Mason Jar Greek Salad

aiming4simpleAugust 2016September 201616 Comments

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Purple Power Plum Pancakes

The season for gathering up bundles of stone fruit to enjoy is here. Peaches and plums are fruits I love to incorporate when the price per pound (or kilo) reflects their abundance. For us it’s also the end of the summer break, and the race to outfit four kids for school is on. Those lazy days of late mornings are being traded in for 7:00 a.m. bus departures. Getting them ready for school requires so … Continue reading Purple Power Plum Pancakes

aiming4simpleAugust 2016August 201613 Comments

One-Pot Ratatouille with Summer Squash | Swirls and Spice

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One-Pot Ratatouille with Summer Squash and Okra

The fresh vegetables of summer mingle marvelously in this simple meatless supper or side dish. While one vegetable cooks, I can chop the next one, saving time and fuss. I tend to avoid turning on my oven whenever possible in the summer. Ratatouille is a delicious way to taste the fresh flavors of summer and keep the kitchen cooler. Eggplant is a traditional component, but … Continue reading One-Pot Ratatouille with Summer Squash and Okra

aiming4simpleJune 2016June 201616 Comments

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Easy Eggplant and Bacon Frittata

Eggplant and bacon go together like peas and carrots. Once the tantalizing bacon is cooked, everything comes together quickly in the very same skillet. Five simple ingredients (plus salt) are all you need–eggs, bacon, eggplant, onion, and a green vegetable. Eggplant and bacon frittata is my new go-t0 breakfast/brunch/lunch dish! This easy frittata is so simple that it could also easily work for a campout. We have yet to … Continue reading Easy Eggplant and Bacon Frittata

aiming4simpleMay 2016May 20165 Comments