Category Archives: Side Dishes

Trail Mixes (and adjusting to a new lifestyle)

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Wow, it has been too long friends! I’m sorry for my long absence but I have been navigating life differently since I had RNY Gastric Bypass in January. It was a decision I debated for over two years, and now … Continue reading →

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Roasted Cranberry Brussels Sprouts

Posted on December 22, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

  Oh my gosh Christmas is almost here! The presents are wrapped, the stockings are hung and all that is left to do is figure out what we are going to eat for dinner. I love a yummy veggie to … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon Citrus Butter (Mason Jar Gift)

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

I cannot believe Christmas is almost here. I love the holiday season and spreading cheer to others. One of my favorite traditions is making small gifts to give our neighbors. We live on a small court full of townhomes and … Continue reading →

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15 Simple Fall Recipes

Posted on November 16, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Thanksgiving is next week, can you believe it?! It crept up on me so quickly this year. I have rounded up 15 of my fall favorites below. From Thanksgiving side dishes to crazy weeknight comfort dinners you’re sure to find at least … Continue reading →

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Delicata Squash with Currant Drizzle

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

I looked at the calendar today and could not believe that October is nearly over! October always seems to pass quickly for me. With several friends and families birthdays, my wedding anniversary and fall festivities I never remember where the … Continue reading →

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(Summer’s Last) Tomato Pie

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Summer is almost over and fall is close to being in full swing. You know what that means – pumpkin everything, soups and stews and slow cooker recipes will be on the rise soon. I just couldn’t let summer end … Continue reading →

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Velvety Lemon Sauce

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

I got this recipe from a box of butter years ago and fell in love with it. I mean, I fell hard. I adore lemon on vegetables so of course adding even more delicious ingredients only makes it that much … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower & Leek Mash

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

When you have a craving for mashed potatoes but don’t want the carbs that come along with them this cauliflower and leek mash is the way to go.

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Kale & Basil Pesto

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Winter has nothing on this light and fresh meal. Try as it might, it cannot take away the summery burst of freshness in this kale and basil pesto served over zucchini noodles.

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