Nutritious Spin on Peaches and Cream Using Canned Foods

Try this dessert made with condensed milk and canned peaches

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

October 24, 2018 • 4 comments

As a chef, dietitian, and busy mom cooking for a family, I have always enjoyed canned foods at home. My favorite go-to’s that I always keep on hand include canned beans (vegan protein in an instant), canned pasta sauce (my girls love), canned green...

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Kristie’s Cosmo: Berry Acai Vodka Cocktail with Less Sugar

A modern twist on the cosmopolitan cocktail recipe.

by Team Dudash

July 19, 2018 • 0 comments

Chill out during the summer heat with this perfect cosmopolitan cocktail in hand made with a modern twist. Kristie Smith of Indy Homes welcomed me into her beautiful home and shared how to make her signature cocktail, the Kristie Cosmo! This Cosmo recipe is...

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Jackfruit Smoothie

Sip the true essence of jackfruit in this refreshing smoothie

by Team Dudash

July 8, 2018 • 2 comments

Sip the true essence of jackfruit in this refreshing smoothie. Almond butter adds creaminess and staying power with protein. Jackfruit is naturally sweet enough that you don’t even need to add sugar or honey. Ingredients: 5 jackfruit pods, seeds removed 1/2 cup milk, your choice (I prefer...

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Jackfruit BBQ

If you eat mostly vegan or vegetarian and find yourself jonesing for the taste of pulled pork, you are in luck.

by Team Dudash

July 8, 2018 • 1 comment

If you eat mostly vegan or vegetarian and find yourself jonesing for the taste of pulled pork, you are in luck. With jackfruit BBQ, you get the sauciness and meatiness you crave but without the saturated fat and cholesterol. Unfortunately, it’s low in protein...

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Ricotta-Stuffed Jackfruit with Cinnamon

These stuffed jackfruits are sweet and creamy enough to serve as dessert.

by Team Dudash

July 8, 2018 • 0 comments

These stuffed jackfruits are sweet and creamy enough to serve as dessert. You can enjoy them right away with a fork-and-knife wrap them individually and freeze, nibbling on them as a frozen treat. Pull them from the freezer a couple of minutes before biting...

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Boozy Popsicles with Vodka Lemonade

With this crazy hot heat, cool down with an icy boozy pop

by Team Dudash

July 5, 2018 • 1 comment

With this crazy hot heat, cool down with an icy boozy pop. My friend Brett, who is known for his tasty cocktails, showed me how to make these easy breezy boozy pops in Electric Lemonade flavor. You just need a few simple ingredients, including...

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The Best Easy Guacamole

I've made all sorts of versions of guacamole. The one I perfected when I'd fly down to Cabo as a private chef is the one in my cookbook. But I have a new one for you, from an unexpected place.

by Team Dudash

June 29, 2018 • 0 comments

It’s the kick-off to 4th of July week! I will just be hanging locally this year, but you can bet I’ll be digging into lots of guacamole. I’ve made all sorts of versions of guacamole. The one I perfected when I’d fly down to Cabo...

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Healthy, Clean Eating Mother’s Day Recipe Collection

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

May 7, 2018 • 0 comments

Enjoy some of my favorite recipes, just in time for Mother’s Day! These recipes are fun, fresh, and something everyone will enjoy. From breakfast in bed to delicious desserts, mom will feel very special with these recipe creations homemade with love. Enjoy and happy...

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California Avocado and Chicken Pad Thai

This is an easy pad thai recipe that is so simple and delicious and ready in 45 minutes from start to finish. As seen on Arizona Midday KPNX.

by Team Dudash

April 20, 2018 • 0 comments

This all-in-one chicken pad Thai recipe will satisfy your pad Thai noodle craving while delivering plenty of protein and fresh produce. Fresh California Avocados are in peak season March through September, making this the perfect light dinner to enjoy during warmer months or any...

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Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods

by Team Dudash

December 15, 2017 • 0 comments

Think you don’t have time to make your own holiday treats? Think again. Impress your guests with these festive dark chocolate covered pretzel rods dipped in crushed candy canes that are as delicious as they are easy to prepare. Peppermint-Studded Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels 1 bag...

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