Hi, Reader, Bean salads are quick and easy to make, nutritious and filling, and budget friendly. They make the perfect light lunch or dinner side dish. They're also great for taking on picnics or to potlucks and backyard BBQs. Or if you're a baseball/softball parent like me - they travel easily to games for easy eating on the sidelines. Just don't forget to pack a fork! They can usually be customized with whatever ingredients you have on hand and can easily be scaled up to feed a crowd....

Hi, Reader, Memorial Day weekend is the official start of summer cookout season. Hopefully the weather where you are is nice enough to have an outdoor celebration this year. It should be gorgeous here in the Chicago area today. The good news is that all of these recipes can be made indoors and enjoyed anywhere even if the weather doesn't cooperate for you. Some of our backyard cookout favorites are: Spicy Bean Burgers (just 4 ingredients!) Kidney Bean BBQ Burgers Portobello Sliders Roasted...

Hi, Reader, In honor of my son's birthday coming up this week (17! Nearly an adult!) I'm sharing his favorite recipes from Veggie Inspired. He definitely loves pasta of all kinds. He's also quite fond of bell peppers, olives, and most things sweet. He's honestly not too picky and has always been a pretty adventurous eater even when he was younger. I'm very lucky to be his mom! ❤️ Here are some of the Veggie Inspired recipes that he loves best: Mint Chocolate Chip Granola Pesto Pizza Bites...