Angel Hair Pasta with Wild Salmon, Corn & Basil

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

July 11, 2013 • 0 comments

What to Do with Leftover Salmon and Corn Now that summer is in full swing, I buy fresh wild Alaskan salmon regularly, since it’s abundant in peak season and often on sale. When my husband travels to the big box retailer, we take advantage of...

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Michelle’s Aromatic Orzo

Orzo has the appearance of rice but did you know it is actually a pasta? This aromatic orzo is a quick and delicious way to add flavor to your dish.

by Elizabeth Vance

April 29, 2022 • 0 comments

Orzo has the appearance of rice but did you know it is actually a pasta? This aromatic orzo is a quick and delicious way to add flavor to your dish. Boil the orzo in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and add broth...

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Orzo Salad Recipe with Spinach, Grapes & POM Wonderful Vinaigrette

by Team Dudash

May 10, 2019 • 0 comments

The beautiful balance of sweet, sour, and salty tastes comes through in this simple orzo salad recipe. You might want to make a double batch and enjoy leftovers the next day like I do, since hearty spinach stands up to the light POM Wonderful...

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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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5 Comfort Food Recipes to Get Your Hygge On (Feel Cozy)

Comfort Foods That Won't Expand Your Waistline

by Team Dudash

January 20, 2017 • 0 comments

Times change, seasons change and if you have been outside lately, temperatures change too. As most of you know, I recently relocated from Arizona to the Midwest. My girls and my big kid (husband) have pulled out our winter coats from storage and our...

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ALDI Grocery: 10 Things About It That Will Surprise You

Ten surprising ways you can save money while stocking your shelves at ALDI grocery store.

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

November 17, 2016 • 20 comments

Disclosure: I was compensated for my time to write this post and educate you, my friend, on behalf of ALDI. Written 100% by me. I recently returned from an action-packed trip to Batavia (about 45 minutes outside of Chicago) to visit the ALDI Test Kitchen,...

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5-Ingredient Grilled Halibut Pouches with Corn and Tomatoes for Food Network’s “Healthy Eats”

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

August 15, 2016 • 0 comments

There’s little more I crave in the summertime than simple grilled food. These 5-Ingredient Grilled Halibut Pouches with Corn and Tomatoes I created for Food Network’s “Healthy Eats” blog are exactly that. A sheet a foil, a handful of ingredients, and a hot grill...

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Easy Mac and Cheese Recipe Kids Will Love

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

June 29, 2016 • 0 comments

This post is sponsored by my friends at Beech-Nut, makers of delicious food for babies, made with simple ingredients. My girls — Scarlet and Stella — can be picky eaters. They poke at foods that wiggle, insist the crust of their sandwiches be removed and push green...

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Conquer Your Grilling Fears with My June Newsletter!

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

June 27, 2016 • 0 comments

Summertime, and the grilling is easy. At least it will be with my June newsletter on your side. With my tips and recipes, your fear of the grill will be a thing of the past! You might also enjoy: Fresh Strawberry Coconut Water Cooler Angel Hair Pasta...

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Recipe Roundup: Healthy Seafood Recipes for Spring

by Michelle Dudash, Chef and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

May 1, 2016 • 0 comments

I absolutely love fresh seafood. While I eat it all year long, it’s perfect the perfect springtime protein. Fresh and healthy, it takes swimmingly (if you will) to being grilled, baked, steamed, and everything in-between. Alaska salmon, halibut, shrimp, mussels, scallops–you name it, I’ve got a recipe...

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