The farmer’s market here in Michigan is full of delicious produce this time of year. This Saturday I picked up some perfectly ripe peaches and blueberries and wanted a way to enjoy them all week long. This sheet pan pancake method is so easy and works beautifully! You can either serve these pancakes right away … Blueberry Peach Sheet Pan Pancake
I was recently on vacation with a friend from Pennsylvania who was telling me that Polish food is very popular in her region and that I had to try haluski. I’ve always been a big fan of sauerkraut pierogis and this dish is a variation of those same flavors. Serve this on it’s own as … Haluski (Cabbage and Noodles)
A long weekend in northern Michigan is always good for the soul. This past week we were in Frankfort, Michigan and there was a farm stand on the corner selling fresh flowers and rice bowls topped with farm-fresh veggies. I was immediately inspired to try making the same dish when I got home. This is … Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowls with Herbed Ranch Sauce
Grain salads are a wonderful lunch or side dish option. This salad is so flavorful and has a wide variety of colors and textures. The fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese really tie the whole dish together! This is really a complete meal on its own, but you could also serve this with grilled meat, … Sweet Corn and Basil Grain Salad
Seafood chowders are one of my favorite types of soup – the flavor reminds me of sitting by the ocean! I love making soup or stew any time of the year. This chowder is full of delicious veggies and big chunks of salmon (yum). Fresh dill ties the whole dish together! Serve this with crackers … Salmon Chowder
Skirt steak is one of my favorite cuts of meat because it cooks quickly and it’s super flavorful. Chimichurri sauce is a classic pairing for this type of steak – it adds so much brightness and freshness. I served my steak with brown rice, roasted bell peppers and avocado but it would also be great … Skirt Steak with Chipotle Lime Chimichurri
Pappardelle pasta is the wider version of a fettuccine noodle and I absolutely love it with seafood, braised short ribs or bolognese sauce. This pasta has comfort food written all over it – garlicky, buttery shrimp with cheesy noodles. To balance it out, add extra greens into the pasta mix or serve some roasted vegetables … Garlic Shrimp Pappardelle Pasta
If I could think of one dish that I make all the time in the summer it’s caprese. I always look forward to pairing juicy tomatoes with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil from my garden. These wraps are a perfectly portable way to enjoy those flavors on-the-go or on your next outdoor adventure. If prepping … Caprese Salad Wraps
Sweet summertime – we’ve waited so long for this! I’m kicking off the season by sharing this yummy salad recipe which would be perfect to take on a picnic or to your next gathering. This salad is great on it’s own, but would be wonderful served with grilled chicken or salmon as well. If prepping … Butter Lettuce Salad with Blueberries and Poppyseed Dressing
Kefir is a fermented milk that is similar to a drinkable yogurt – full of probiotics that are good for gut health. On it’s own, kefir can be very sour, so I added fresh mango and honey to this smoothie to provide the perfect balance of sweetness. I also added fresh ginger, cinnamon and cayenne … Fresh Mango Kefir Smoothie
