Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
Soft & Fluffy Lemon Blueberry Oat Muffins (mSCD & Gluten-Free) A Perfect Make Ahead Breakfast or Afternoon Treat These muffins feel especially meaningful to share because they represent a small food freedom win for me personally. Reintroducing oats after years of being grain-free felt a little intimidating at first, and I took it very slowly. … Read more
The Ultimate Berry Marshmallow Cheesecake Fruit Salad (mSCD & Refined Sugar-Free) Memorial Day has always felt like the unofficial beginning of summer, and this month’s free recipe is inspired by exactly that feeling. The kind of weekend marked by backyard cookouts, paper plates stacked high beside the grill, cold drinks sweating in the heat, and … Read more
Easy One Dish Greek Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake An Easy Weeknight Meal A bright, creamy, protein-packed dinner with fresh lemon, herbs, tender chicken, and fluffy baked rice, all in one baking dish. This recipe feels like the kind of meal you’d order at a little seaside taverna along the Greek coast; bright lemon, creamy tzatziki, … Read more
Quick and Flavorful Mediterranean Couscous Tabbouleh  This Mediterranean couscous tabbouleh just might become your new favorite easy weeknight side dish! Crisp cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, cooling mint, bright lemon, and plenty of fresh parsley all come together to create the perfect backdrop for tender couscous tossed in a drizzle of good olive oil. Truly, … Read more
Easy & Decadent Cherry Pie Bars-Paleo, Whole 30, & mSCD There’s something magical about cherries in summer. Their deep ruby-red hue, juicy burst of tart-sweet flavor, and the way they pair perfectly with a buttery crumble. Cherry season is almost over, but I had to make a recipe with them as they have always been … Read more
Moroccan Inspired Apricot & Orange Rice with Toasted Almonds Let this Moroccan-inspired rice dish whisk you away to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean—where the breeze carries the scent of citrus, and fresh, simple ingredients shine. This warm, vibrant side dish combines juicy grilled apricots, bright orange zest, sweet raisins, and a hint of toasted … Read more
Easy Overnight Oats Recipe: A Quick, Creamy Breakfast You’ll Love! We all grew up hearing that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And while it is important, actually finding time in the morning can be a challenge—especially for non-morning people like me! That’s why I love easy overnight oats. They take just … Read more
This easy weeknight meal is not only quick to make—it’s bursting with the fresh, vibrant flavors of spring. The smooth and creamy pesto takes center stage, led by fragrant basil with subtle peppery notes from arugula and a bright, citrusy kick from fresh lemon. It’s the perfect light sauce to pair with tender, roasted spaghetti … Read more
This slow-cooker BBQ pulled pork is sure to become a family favorite! Easy to make, low-maintenance, and absolutely amazing flavor that will leave you questioning if it was really cooked in a slow-cooker! I never really loved BBQ pulled pork until after I moved to North Carolina. Here in the South, down-home cooking and BBQ … Read more
What would peach season be without a peach smoothie? Cool, creamy, ready in five minutes, with only six ingredients. Even better? Dairy-free and no banana too! Delicate floral sweetness from the peach brings a lovely peach color and base for this smoothie. Mango and coconut milk add a fun tropical influence. While the zesty ginger, … Read more