This year for Mother’s Day, I wanted to share with you some delicious dishes you can make for your mom, your wife, or any mother figure in your life to show some love and gratitude. Now, since I do 90% of the cooking in our house, Mother’s Day is just a regular day of cooking, but I do like to put a bit of extra effort in so that Jules feels ultra spoiled. So whether you’re looking to bring her breakfast in bed or looking to make a special dinner, keep scrolling through the plethora of recipes, she’s sure to love.
Breakfast & Brunch
3 Delicious Toasts to Try
Easy Brunch
Mango, Avocado, & Grapefruit Smoothie
Grain-Free Lemon Basil Granola
Caramelized Onion Frittata
Mango, Citrus & Coconut Smoothie
Easy Breakfast: Eggs & Asparagus
Grapefruit with Avocado Cream
Sides & Salads
Iceberg Wedge Salad
Arugula & Prosciutto Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
3 Grilled Kebab Recipes
Cheeseless Potato Casserole
Roasted Potato Salad
Main Dishes
Pan-Fried Pancetta Gnocchi
Basil Beef Pot Roast
Gluten-Free Meatloaf (Also Grain, Dairy, & Egg Free)
Cottage (Shepherd’s) Pie
Amazingly Delicious Poké Bowl
Grain, Dairy, and Gluten Free Beef Stew
Gnocchi With Harvest Vegetables
Desserts
Dairy-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse
Coconut Mango Breakfast Tart
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Thanks for all these recipes!! Sure do appreciate Chris sharing them here.
I’m reading this post as my barely-boiled shrimp refresh in ice water; making Ina Garten’s shrimp salad to share with Mom tomorrow. Thanks for sharing so many good ideas!
And Chris, I know you’re busy, but could you write that cookbook please? Cheers!