Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes, Olives and Feta Cheese

One dish meals are such a great timer. Throw it in the oven to cook and you've got yourself some extra time to tidy up and open a bottle of wine before it's time to eat. These baked shrimp are quick and easy and can be thrown together in a matter of minutes with pantry staples. It's a great dish as is or you can pair it with some pasta to stretch the meal. I prefer to pair it with some fresh or roasted vegetables that I have on hand. 

Citrus Pork Tacos

Tonight I found myself with a fridge full of taco toppings left over from fajitas I made for a football tailgate. Not wanting to have the same tastes as I ate yesterday, I decided to take some pork and make a simple citrus marinade to brighten up my night. I only had boneless center cut pork chops so I wasn't able to do a carnita style taco. Instead I cut the pork into small bite size pieces that I sauteed and topped with my leftover toppings. The flavor was vibrant and bright and made me feel I was eating a new dish. It's the perfect dish to try and liven up your taco night! 

Pomegranate Jalapeno Roasted Pumpkin

It's the first day of November and what better way to welcome this thankful month than with a dish that's as beautiful as the season. Pomegranate and jalapeno give great bursts of flavor while the mellow pumpkin and creamy feta cheese round out the dish. I paired this side dish with breaded pork chops but can see this dish as a star for your Thanksgiving spread as well. You can even use sweet potatoes, acorn squash or butternut squash if you can't find a pie pumpkin.