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A list of our favorite healthy recipes. Check out these healthy dishes to fine something that you would like to give a try. Let us know how the dish turns out

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Pork and Peppers Stir Fry

February 28, 2026September 8, 2025 Tom Papia

Pork and Peppers Stir Fry. Boneless pork bites sauteed in olive oil with bell peppers, spinach, garlic, honey, and soy sauce.

Categories Pork Tags Dinner, Healthy, Peppers, Pork, Spinach, Stir Fry
10 Recipes Garden Tomatoes Work In_Feature

Healthy Recipes Garden Tomatoes Work In

September 1, 2025September 1, 2025 Tom Papia

In this post, I’m sharing some of my favorite recipes garden tomatoes can truly shine in—no heavy sauces, no complicated steps. Just clean, fresh flavors that let the tomatoes do what they do best.

Categories Healthy Tags Chicken, Garden Vegetables, Healthy, Italian, Pasta, Shrimp, Vegetarian
Gemelli Pasta recipe with sundried tomatoes

Gemelli Pasta Recipe with Sundried Tomatoes

January 16, 2026August 25, 2025 Tom Papia

Gemelli Pasta recipe with sundried tomatoes. Sundried tomatoes and artichokes sauteed in garlic and oil and mixed with gemelli pasta.

Categories Pasta, Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes, Vegetarian Tags Artichokes, Garlic, Healthy, Italian, Pasta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Vegetarian
Baked Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes Feature

Baked Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes

December 12, 2025August 11, 2025 Tom Papia

Baked Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes. Boneless chicken breast surrounded by cherry tomatoes, sweet, potatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs and baked in the oven.

Categories Chicken, Healthy, Italian Tags Chicken, Garlic, Healthy, Italian, Onions, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes
4 Peppers and Chicken Recipes Features

4 Peppers and Chicken Recipe Ideas

December 29, 2025August 4, 2025 Tom Papia

Peppers and chicken—two ingredients that always seem to find their way into my kitchen. Maybe it’s because they’re both incredibly versatile or maybe it’s because they remind me of so many home-cooked meals from my childhood.

Categories Chicken Tags Chicken, Garlic, Healthy, Italian, Onions, Peppers
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Mushrooms and Peas Recipe

December 6, 2025July 28, 2025 Tom Papia

Mushrooms and Peas Recipe. Sliced mushrooms sauteed in olive oil with garlic and sweet peas.

Categories Side Dish, Healthy, Vegetarian Tags Gluten-Free, Healthy, Mushrooms, Peas, Vegetarian
15 Dinner Ideas For Two

Easy Dinner Ideas For Two

January 4, 2026July 21, 2025 Tom Papia

Dinner ideas for two. There’s something undeniably special about sharing a meal with someone you care about, whether it’s a romantic partner, a close friend, or a family member

Categories Healthy Tags Chicken, Dinner, Healthy, Italian, Pasta
Easy Pasta and Broccoli For Dinner

Easy Pasta And Broccoli For Dinner

February 1, 2026July 18, 2025 Tom Papia

Easy pasta and broccoli with garlic and oil. Whole wheat pasta sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, broccoli, and grated cheese.

Categories Healthy, Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes, Pasta, Vegetarian Tags Broccoli, cruciferous vegetables, Garlic, Grated Cheese, Healthy, Italian, Pasta
baked chicken and peppers with potatoes

Baked Chicken and Peppers with Potatoes

December 7, 2025July 14, 2025 Tom Papia

Baked Chicken and Peppers with Potatoes. Boneless chicken breasts lightly seasoned and baked with peppers, potatoes, onions, and tomatoes.

Categories Chicken, Healthy, Italian, Italian Chicken Recipes Tags Chicken, Garlic, Healthy, Onions, Peppers, Potatoes, Tomatoes
8 Easy Vegetable Recipes Dinner

Ideas For Easy Vegetable Recipes

December 29, 2025July 7, 2025 Tom Papia

Craving easy vegetable recipes? Ditch the cooking overwhelm with these simple, adaptable veggie dishes. Perfect for busy weeknights or any time you want a healthy, delicious meal!

Categories Healthy Tags Beans, Cabbage, Cacuzza, Eggplant, Healthy, Italian, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Zucchini
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My name is Tom. I am a food lover who has been cooking since I was a little kid. I am first generation Italian American. I have been cooking for about 30 years, dating back to the first time I helped my mom make Sunday dinner.
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