If Mother Nature ever decides to give us what we want (spring! summer! temperatures above 65!), we’ve got the perfect recipe for your grillin’ and chillin’ Sunday night. We know that you can whip up some mean burgers and ‘dogs on the grill, but tonight we’re in the mood for something a little less commercial and a little more special. After all, we’re looking at a summer full of backyard fiestas, cook-outs, barbeques, get-togethers and more! So whattaya say we add a little adventure to the menu tonight?

This gorgeous Grilled Caesar Salad is refreshing, flavorful and 100 percent original — we didn’t think it was possible, either, until we saw the menu! To punch up the flavor opportunities, you can add chicken, shrimp, salmon or flank steak to your salad — or make a salad bar where everyone can add their own toppings. And for those of you who had never before thought to grill an avocado — consider your mind blown!

Time to try it out! Head on over to TheNest.com to get details on what you’ll need to make this smoky and satisfying recipe!

Do you get adventurous with your grill?

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Layers of eggplant, cheese and tomato sauce: have I died and gone to the Wonderful World of Italian Food? No, but here on earth I’m certainly close enough! This delicious, nutritious and totally divine meatless dish is the perfect way kick-start a brand new week of hard work — and the only way to celebrate your mama (and yourself!) on Mother’s Day.

Moms, you work hard. Every day. Nonstop. All the time. Today, it’s all about you. What better way to say I love you, mama than to load up on all the feel good foods in your pantry (better yet: why not send your partner out to the store to pick up the ingredients!). This no-mess crowd favorite is a great brunch, lunch or even dinner option if you plan on hosting the whole family or just enjoying a quiet meal with your gang.

To make the meal even more rewarding (like that’s possible!), try whipping up a fresh chunky tomato sauce with tons of herbs and spices. It’ll compliment the meal and it’s an easy way to sneak extra veggies on to the plate!

We love it ’cause you can serve it with pasta, over roasted veggies or with a crisp refreshing salad on the side — the possibilities are totally endless (not to mention totally tasty, too!). The tomato and basil combination is one we all know and love. If the kids are skeptics of the eggplant, cook up some chicken on the side instead (or feel free to substitute your own

Ready to pack a little punch tonight at the dinner table? Head on over to TheNest.com for this gorgeous Tomato Basil Eggplant Parmesan recipe! (And tell a friend to try it, too!)

Do you ever cook strictly vegetarian meals for your family?

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Tonight, we couldn’t pick just one recipe to try — so we’re giving you six options to pull from! In the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, we are serving up some sizzlin’ and sweet mexican recipes perfect for every fiesta!

Whether you’re kicking back at home and celebrating with the kids, calling up a babysitter and headed straight to the bar for a margarita (hey, mommies deserve a break!), or relaxing with on the porch while your baby-to-be performs his own mariachi solo in your tummy, these recipes do not disappoint.

From chicken enchiladas with green chili sauce and vegetable enchiladas to brunch quesadillas and fish tacos, there’s a little something for everybody at your table to enjoy (just don’t forget without chips and guac!).

Ready to get started on these tasty, festive and absolutely fun meals? Head on over to TheNest.com to get recipe details and prepare to dine in delight. Tonight, calories don’t count — so dig in for seconds (and thirds!). We won’t tell — promise!

How are you celebrating Cinco de Mayo this year?

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It’s Sunday! Which means tomorrow is Monday. But instead of spending the day dreading the arrival of yet another workweek (seriously, how do these things creep up on us so fast?!), lets enjoy the day like it was meant to be: with food! Tonight, we’ve got a glamorous, delicious and absolutely mouthwatering meal you are your loved ones will go crazy for. We’re making  Lamb Sliders with Tzatziki and the recipe sounds absolutely unbelievable!

Ready to try it out? Head on over to TheNest.com to get the Lamb Sliders With Tzatziki recipe! And tell us how much you love it!

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Thinking that because spring has finally sprung (or has it?), it’s high time you tuck your slow-cooker back in the closet? Think again! You don’t need to ditch your favorite sous chef because the warmer weather is on its way in — in fact, now’s as good a time as any to use your lean, mean slow cooking machine.

Tonight, we’ve got a menu so satisfying you might even make it twice! Love steak? Love tacos? Us, too! These succulent slow cooked steak tacos look so divine that my mouth is watering just thinking about making them!

Ready to try out the recipe? Head on over to TheNest.com to try out these steak tacos tonight!

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Ladies, is it just me or does it feel like you suddenly have grown a hollow limb? I simply cannot stop feeding my face. At times I wonder, “Do I have a tapeworm inside me or a baby?”

I’ve found that eat the amount of calories to maintain my weight if not 200-300 calories more a day. This is actually recommended by doctors for new mommies. And even though you’re not technically eating for two, you’re fueling your body to keep up with the demands of a growing a baby!

To help banish hanger pains (yes, I said hanger because when I don’t eat often enough I get angry. Hence, hangry!), keep some healthy and convenient snacks on hand. While my pre-preggo self could always be found in the kitchen, I just don’t seem to have the desire to cook at all that requires more than a few minutes of prep.

Feeling the same? Try these easy mini meals to keep on hand for when the hunger pains kick in!

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Getting tired of cooking the same ole’ thing in the kitchen? Us, too. Which is why we’re breaking with tradition and breaking out the grill this weekend!

Though it might be chilly outside, we’ve got our sights firmly set on spring — and this recipe does not disappoint! These lemon chicken kebabs with gremolata are refreshing, tasty, easy to make and even easier to cook! Spice it up a little bit and toss in a few great grilling veggies — squash, zucchini, onions, peppers, mushrooms — to round out the meal! Whip up a salad as a side pairing, to keep the meal light and satisfying (without the guilt), or pop in some oven fries and cook them until they’re crisp with perfection!

Well, what’re you waiting for? Get grillin’! Check out the Lemon Chicken Kebab With Gremolata recipe from TheNest.com.

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Step aside, carbs and say hellooooo to this deliciously tasty, low-in-calorie (but high in satisfaction!) treat! If you’re in the mood for a quick and healthy bite, you’re going to want — err, need — to make this tonight!

Our favorite part? This guilt-free dinner delight comes together in less than 20 minutes, which means more time for you to soak up the sunshine! So head out to the park, the gym, or for an afternoon stroll with your partner and don’t stress about the menu! Another added bonus? Leftovers! Make extra so you have some eats during the week.

Ready for the recipe? Head on over to TheNest.com for the full zucchini pasta recipe!

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For first-time moms searching for a way to speed up the postpartum experience, the answer might be hidden in your placenta.

A team of researchers at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas conducted a three-month survey of 189 women, all of whom had eaten their placenta after the birth of their child. Researchers asked women why they had done it, how they had eaten it (steamed, raw, or dehydrated) and whether or not they would do it again.

From the data they collected, the research, published in the journal Ecology of Food and Nutrition showed that 95 percent of the participants reported a positive, if not very positive, experience. Sharon Young, a researcher in the study said, “Things like improved lactation and postpartum bleeding were alleviated and postpartum recovery was either sped up or improved in general.”

Though another member of the study, Daneil Benyshek, did note that not all of the participants reported positive experiences. He said, “These primarily had to do with the appeal — the appeal of the placenta itself even in capsules — and things like unpleasant belching.”

And while the research done in Nevada does point out the benefits of eating your placenta after birth, researchers say that more studies need to be done to determine just important the benefits are.

Would you eat your placenta?

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As if there was a better occasion to snack on these delicious goodies! Now that the Easter Bunny has come and gone (and hopefully let behind lots of sweet treats!), you won’t have to worry about anyone stealing a tasty bite of these creamy, homemade carrot cupcakes!

This is the perfect dessert to make if you’re celebrating the holiday, or just hanging out with your kids! The best part? They’re so easy to whip together!

The carrot cupcake center is a perfect match for a creamy, decadent and maple syrup frosting! We won’t tell you if you want to lick the bowl — promise!

Ready to try ‘em out? Head on over to TheNest.com for the carrot cupcake recipe!

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