‘Tis officially the season for get-togethers and comfort food. Pimento cheese is one of my favorite simple appetizers to prepare around the holidays. This slightly spicy version is fantastic served as a dip with veggies, crackers or pretzels; it can also be used as a sandwich spread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in … Pepper Jack Pimento Cheese
Squash season is upon us and I love cooking with it in a variety of ways – steamed, roasted, pureed…all delicious. This miso marinade is so flavorful – it’s salty/sweet flavor melds perfectly with the sweet squash. This recipe could be made with other varieties of squash as well (such as acorn, kabocha or delicata). … Miso Glazed Squash
We have finally reached that point in the summer where we are starting to see all of our garden veggies and herbs start to flourish. Each year we plant a good amount of basil because it’s guaranteed to be used for vinaigrettes, pesto or caprese. One of my favorite local farms (Crisp Country Acres) has … Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes with Basil Pesto
I love hummus – it’s so hearty and adds a wonderful burst of lemony, garlicky flavor with each bite. Using it as the base of this dish is the perfect way for it to soak up the other flavors from the meat, tomatoes, olive oil and pine nuts. Overall, it’s absolutely delicious – a nice … Ground Bison Hummus Bowls
It’s Super Bowl weekend and that means it’s snack time. I always have an abundance of nuts and salty snacks in the pantry and I decided to turn some of those into a delicious sweet and spicy mix to enjoy during the game. It’s packed with protein and could easily be made gluten-free if you … Spicy Maple Glazed Nuts and Pretzels
With the holidays in full swing, I like to include some simple dishes on my menu that will please both kids and adults. These sliders are a great way to feed a crowd and you can easily make this recipe with other meats and cheeses as well (for example, roast beef and cheddar). Serve these … Honey Ham and Swiss Sliders
Roasted red peppers pack so much flavor and provide a beautiful color for spreads and sauces. These ciabatta toasts soak up the garlicky red pepper sauce and the basil provides the perfect amount of freshness. Serve these as an appetizer or light lunch with a side of leafy greens. If you want to add another … Roasted Red Pepper Ciabatta Toasts
Beets have always been one of my favorite veggies – I love the earthy flavor! This dish is a fun way to enjoy your veggies – beets, avocado and cucumber are combined with a soy and rice vinegar sauce and topped with sesame seeds, lime zest and peanuts. Delicious over cold rice or salad greens! … Beet Poke Bowl
Pumpkins and all types of squash are available at the market right now and I believe they are more than just a decoration. The combination of roasted tomato and pumpkin works so well together – both add their own unique sweetness which means I didn’t have to add any sugar to the soup. Serve this … Roasted Pumpkin and Tomato Soup
Fall is right around the corner and I’m starting to brainstorm all the fun ways I can use fall produce. Locally-grown pears become available in late August in west Michigan so I was excited to scoop some up earlier this week. This pizza has a layer of blended cottage cheese which provides creaminess and a … Creamy Gorgonzola and Pear Pizza
