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Close up view of a bowl of crispy oven fries.

Golden Crispy Oven Fries

April 30, 2019 By Joe Boyle 3 Comments

Golden crispy oven fries are crunchy on the outside and creamy smooth on the inside. Oven baking results in tasty fries with fewer calories. Every now and then you need to have some crispy fried potatoes. Am I right? Well these crispy oven fries are just the ticket.  The secret to these is the coating…

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Broccoli salad with kalamata olives and capers.

Blanched Broccoli Salad Recipe

April 15, 2019 By Joe Boyle 5 Comments

Here’s a Blanched Broccoli Salad Recipe that’s easy to make and contains kalamata olives and capers. The dressing is olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. The combination of ingredients makes this salad seriously delicious. Tasty Blanched Broccoli Salad This recipe is really simple but the combination of flavors is terrific. It combines Italian-style ingredients that…

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Close up view of a baked potato ready to eat.

Garlic Salt Baked Potatoes with Oregano

November 9, 2018 By Joe Boyle 3 Comments

All baked potatoes are not created equal. Some are wrinkly-skinned and mushy. Some, like this garlic salt and oregano seasoned skin, take baked potatoes to a whole new level. Crisp skinned and delicious. This is a must-try recipe. I love a good baked potato. Especially when it has a nice crispy, tasty skin that can…

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Caramelized onion mashed potatoes.

Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes

October 23, 2018 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

To take any meal to the next level, make caramelized onion mashed potatoes. The enhanced flavor from the onions is amazing. This recipe post contains an affiliate link.  I’ve made this before, but never considered it a real “recipe.” It’s something done to boost the flavor of the potatoes. A couple of nights ago we had…

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Bowl of Parmesan roasted Brussels sprouts.

Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

October 4, 2018 By Joe Boyle 3 Comments

With fall weather upon us, there’s nothing more satisfying than roasted Brussels sprouts and I’ve kicked it up a notch with parmesan cheese. Making the Roasted Brussels Sprouts Crispy This is a foolproof method of roasting and will be my go-to recipe for Brussels sprouts. The secret is using a hot oven and enough olive…

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Grilled flatbread pizza recipe that's a tasty summertime treat. Easy to make with naan bread, toppings and creamy fresh mozzarella cheese. | joeshealthymeals.com

Grilled Flatbread Pizza Recipe

July 26, 2018 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

Grilled flatbread pizza recipe that’s a tasty summertime treat. Easy to make with naan bread, toppings and creamy fresh mozzarella cheese.  Are you craving pizza but are reluctant to start your oven in the heat of summer? Me too. How about starting your grill and grilling a flatbread pizza right on the grates? This is…

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Filed Under: Main dish, Vegetarian

Sauteed shredded sweet potatoes with mint sprigs for an appetizing casserole.

Sauteed Shredded Sweet Potatoes Recipe

April 20, 2018 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

Here’s a side dish sure to please, sauteed shredded sweet potatoes with onions and toasted walnuts. It cooks up quickly and is ready in no time.   I’m always trying to find new ways to prepare vegetables and this one with shredded sweet potatoes intrigued me. The Tampa Bay Times taste section had this recipe…

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Creamy potato leek soup is a main course meal or perfect as a first course. | joeshealthymeals.com

Creamy Potato Leek Soup Recipe

February 6, 2018 By Joe Boyle 3 Comments

Creamy potato leek soup is healthy comfort food. Perfect for a winter meal or as a first course. Inspiration For Potato Leek Soup MaryJo picked up a package of leeks from our neighborhood market. The leeks came in three to a package and cost about $3.00. I had just the day before watched an episode…

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Filed Under: Main dish, soup, Vegetarian

Plate of warm potato salad.

Pressure Cooker Warm Potato Salad Recipe

January 4, 2018 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

Pressure cooker warm potato salad is a side dish that will pair well with meats, poultry, or fish.  The flavor is fantastic and when cooked in a pressure cooker, takes minutes to make. Disclaimer: This recipe post contains an affiliate advertisement. Pressure cookers are all the rage now because they cook things so fast, and…

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Caramelized onion crostini with mushrooms.

Caramelized Onion Crostini with Mushrooms Recipe

December 18, 2017 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

‘Tis the season for parties and celebration so I made a caramelized onion crostini with mushrooms because you can never have too many appetizer recipes. Lately, I’ve been making caramelized onions a lot, simply because they are easy and secondly, they add so much flavor.  They are perfect with meats, and great when mixed in…

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jalapeno potatoes au gratin Jalapeno potatoes au gratin with a touch of heat, but blended flavors to please. | joeshealthymeals.com

Jalapeno Potatoes Au Gratin Recipe

December 15, 2017 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

Kick up your side dish and try jalapeno potatoes au gratin. Just a little spice from the jalapeno adds a lot of flavors.  Here’s a twist on traditional potatoes au gratin where you use gruyere cheese, this one uses queso cheese which is Mexican crumbling cheese. This cheese is quite mild, but once you mix…

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Cranberry-orange glazed sweet potatoes are a perfect sweet and tangy side dish for Thanksgiving. | joeshealthymeals.com

Cranberry-Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

November 14, 2017 By Joe Boyle 4 Comments

Put the finishing touches on Thanksgiving dinner by making cranberry-orange glazed sweet potatoes. These are super flavorful and will go with everything on your plate. I was going through our huge box of recipes the other day and came across this old, forgotten recipe for glazed sweet potatoes.  This one came from Mary Jo’s sister…

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"Make-ahead Mashed Potato Casserole"

Make-Ahead Mashed Potato Casserole Recipe

November 4, 2017 By Joe Boyle 3 Comments

Thanksgiving Day can be a real hassle preparing all the sides, but this make-ahead mashed potato casserole can take some of your troubles away.  Prep this mashed potato casserole the day before, put it in the fridge, then stick it in the oven for 45 minutes on Thanksgiving Day, and enjoy a perfect potato dish…

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Overhead view of salad in a bowl.

Kale Fennel Salad with Orange-Balsamic Dressing

October 31, 2017 By Joe Boyle 1 Comment

Here’s a kale fennel salad that’s perfect to accompany a hearty fall meal.  It has loads of flavor from the orange acidity, the crunch of the fennel and sweetness of dried cherries. After you made the White Pizza Sauce in my last recipe post, you were probably wondering what to do with the rest of…

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Filed Under: Salads, Side dishes, Vegetarian

White pizza sauce pizza on parchment ready to be sliced.

The Best White Cheese Pizza Recipe

October 29, 2017 By Joe Boyle 5 Comments

This white pizza sauce recipe might change the way you make homemade pizzas. The sauce is creamy and flavorful. This recipe post contains affiliate links. See our Privacy Policy for details. I don’t make pizzas too often, probably 3 or 4 times a year, and I’ve never made one with a white sauce.  Bon Appetit…

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Filed Under: Meals, Sauces, Vegetarian

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