Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
These butternut squash fritters are a quintessential tradition of fall. Sweet squash is accompanied by earthy sage, crispy fried edges, and cool lemon aioli to bring you the perfect fall bite! These fritters are great as an appetizer or a side dish and whip up in no time. This is a great recipe to do … Read more
This rainbow roasted carrot dish with carrot top pesto packs so much color and flavor in a side dish, it might just be the star of the meal! Somewhere between summer and fall, this dish encapsulates both seasons with ease. Peak season carrots are surrounded by fresh lemony basil, carrot top greens, and creamy cashews … Read more
Broccoli and cheddar soup is a classic dish seemingly old as time itself. Perfect for a crisp or rainy day, it will warm you up and bring you cozy tidings of the fall season. This soup is creamy, rich, and filled with ooey-gooey cheddar cheese throughout. Now I’ll be the first to admit that broccoli … Read more
Stuffed mushrooms always make me think of fancy weddings and extravagant holiday parties. They are usually served as an appetizer, and for good reason! Stuffed mushrooms are the perfect finger food that doesn’t make a mess, and can be gracefully eaten in one or two bites. While these savory bites make me think of elegant … Read more
This grilled green bean salad is the perfect ode for the end of summer! Peak season green beans charred to perfection accompany sharp red onion, sweet tomatoes, and savory bacon in a bright citrus vinaigrette. Across the board, it’s sure to be a crowd favorite! Keep in mind that bacon has to be cooked very … Read more
Apricot jam is always something I have adored, so now that apricots are in season, I simply had to make some! You can always make this jam up ahead a few days and keep it in the fridge to make preparation easier or enjoy it on its own with my SCD scones. By itself, the … Read more
Plums are one of my favorite late summer fruits to pick up at the Farmer’s Market, and there are so many ways you can use them! This cake is as beautiful as it is scrumptious and makes the perfect light dessert or afternoon snack with tea. By laying the plums at the bottom and flipping … Read more
Eggplant Parmesan is an Italian classic and something I had missed having since starting SCD. After searching for a recipe that was compliant, and coming up empty-handed, I decided to make one myself. I’m thrilled to say this version is just as crispy, cheesy, and all-around delicious as the original. It is a bit different … Read more
These pork and apple sausage patties are my absolute favorite! Breakfast, brunch, or dinner these patties are sure to be a homerun. They have the perfect array of sophisticated flavors to impress any palate. The sweet date paste caramelizes while cooking, bringing an almost maple syrup like taste alongside warm baking spices, subtle sage, earthy … Read more
Making gnocchi is an act of love In Italy, where it got its start. This tradition hails from the 16th century (maybe even earlier) and has been a staple of Northern Italians ever since. Traditionally gnocchi after being cut, is rolled on a board with raised slats to give its distinctive shape. In this recipe … Read more