My Bacon-Wrapped Life - Recipes that celebrate the sweet, the savory, and everything in between

12
Jan
2014

Thai Chicken Quinoa Bowls

categories: Meat & Fish, Recipes, Savory, Whole Grains

I’m still on this wholesome-but-totally-hearty-and-delicious kick, and it seems like most of the Internet is on board, too. As I mentioned, I’m not really into New Year’s Resolutions because I think it’s best to just eat in moderation all of the time, but after an entire month+ of pure decadence over the holidays, my body is still like, “Yo Megan, cool it on the mac n’ cheese and bread pudding, okay?” Besides, it’s fun trying to make good-for-you ingredients taste awesome and not leave you hungry in 45 minutes.

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05
Jan
2014

(Lightened Up) Traditional Chili

categories: Recipes, Savory, Soups, Stews, & Chilis

January has always presented a bit of a culinary conundrum for me. On one hand, it’s hard not to be totally inspired by all the healthy recipes out there on the inter-webs. On the other hand, it’s freakin’ freezing (can I just mention that the high in Chicago tomorrow is -13°F?) and all I’m craving is warm, hearty, hibernation foods. What’s a girl to do??

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30
Dec
2013

5 Minute Hummus

categories: Appetizers / Finger Foods, Recipes

New Year’s Eve is tomorrow, and in honor of the pending holiday, I thought I’d make a quick, easy, and fabulous party dip. I’m not going to lie – I’m totally a stay-at-home New Year’s Eve-er. The idea of paying $150 for the “privilege” of spending the evening surrounded by sweaty, drunk people at a random bar (not to mention having to keep my heels on ALL NIGHT) is definitely not my idea of a good time.

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26
Dec
2013

Oreo Truffles & Cookie Dough Truffles

categories: Chocolate / Candy, Recipes

Merry Christmas, everyone!!

I’m squeezing one more holiday treat in here before everyone’s New Years Resolutions kick in and suddenly Pinterest is full of kale and weird cleanse recipes. It’s a sad time, people. Let’s hang on here, in this safe place where you can eat all the truffles you want.

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