Thomas Duer 7/21/25 Thomas Duer 7/21/25

CHARLIE BIRD’S FARRO SALAD

Farro is a "super grain," and can help bulk up any meal, but especially salads. It’s actually one of my favorite hacks. Here’s a quick weeknight recipe (that you can meal prep) to keep you fueled all week.

Thomas Duer 7/14/25 Thomas Duer 7/14/25

WEEKNIGHT BOLOGNESE

Whether you’ve just crushed a workout or you’re just trying to survive a Tuesday, this spicy and creamy weeknight bolognese is quick, hearty, and packs in serious flavor. It comes together in under 30 minutes and hits the spot when you need something warm, filling, and satisfying, but don’t want to spend hours at the stove.

Thomas Duer 7/7/25 Thomas Duer 7/7/25

ONE-POT CHICKEN & RICE

This simple one-pot chicken and rice dish is delicious and makes a great meal prep!

Thomas Duer 6/30/25 Thomas Duer 6/30/25

PROSCIUTTO & MELON SALAD

Here is a fast summer recipe that I made on Saturday. Quick and delicious!

Thomas Duer 6/23/25 Thomas Duer 6/23/25

TOMATO & FETA SALAD

Here's a quick and yummy salad for any summer meal!

Thomas Duer 6/16/25 Thomas Duer 6/16/25

ORZO SALAD WITH LENTILS & ZUCCHINI

This is a vegetarian summer recipe from NYT Cooking. You can add seared tofu, roasted chickpeas, or cooked chicken for added protein.

Thomas Duer 6/9/25 Thomas Duer 6/9/25

SESAME SALMON BOWLS

Here is this week's recipe - basically, a Poke bowl. Art gave this a B++++.

Thomas Duer 6/2/25 Thomas Duer 6/2/25

TAVERNA SALAD

Here's a quick and delicious take on a Greek taverna salad!

Thomas Duer 5/19/25 Thomas Duer 5/19/25

CHERRY TOMATO & WHITE BEAN SALAD

Here's a very quick weeknight salad recipe for the summer!

Thomas Duer 5/12/25 Thomas Duer 5/12/25

TURKEY-RICOTTA MEATBALLS

I made this one on Friday and got a good grade from picky Art. I made it with a side of rice.

Thomas Duer 5/5/25 Thomas Duer 5/5/25

CALEB’S CHOPS

Another pork chop recipe, this time from Trainer Caleb!

Thomas Duer 4/28/25 Thomas Duer 4/28/25

HONEY-HABANERO PORK CHOPS WITH CARROTS

Here is a weeknight pork chop recipe from NYT Cooking. I just bought some chops from Costco, so it caught my eye.

Thomas Duer 4/21/25 Thomas Duer 4/21/25

LEMON HUMMUS PASTA

Here's a fast, easy weeknight pasta recipe!

Thomas Duer 4/14/25 Thomas Duer 4/14/25

A DEDUCTIBLE DESSERT

Maybe you wrapped everything up weeks ago. Or maybe—like me—you’ve heroically chosen to procrastinate until the very last legally allowed minute, fueled by equal parts denial and caffeine. Either way, you’ve earned a little reward for your efforts. So here it is: one dessert, one victory, one deliciously deductible moment of joy!