I have fond summer memories of helping my grandparents scoop melon balls from the cantaloupes they had picked from their garden. This weekend I picked up some melons from a local farm stand and couldn’t wait to try them. The classic pairing of sweet melon and salty prosciutto are balanced perfectly in this salad with … Melon and Mozzarella Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
The farmers market this morning was bustling with ears of sweet corn! We are now getting into the peak summer produce season so it’s time to stock up. This delicious blend of sweet corn, peppers, onions and black beans is a great side dish for any grilled meats or seafood. For a fun vegetarian rice … Mexican Sweet Corn Saute
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
Most of us have tried overnight oats by this point, but have you ever tried them blended? This was a new concept for me until one of my fellow chefs at work was talking about it and now I’m hooked. These creamy oats are protein packed and bursting with delicious cherry vanilla flavor. I topped … Cherry Blended Overnight Oats
Our local farmer’s market was bustling with customers this morning which I always love to see. It’s so fun as a chef (and as a huge veggie fan in general) to watch the variety of local produce increase as the summer progresses. Today there was a plethora of asparagus which is one of my favorite … Roasted Asparagus, Tomatoes and Feta
I love weekends where Josh and I have the chance to travel around without an agenda and try great new restaurants. We were in northern Michigan this past weekend and they are starting to set up for the busy season. We tried a new burger bar in Frankfort that offered a variety of smash burgers … Chopped Burger Salad
Here in west Michigan we love our blueberries. I love chicken salad in all forms, but this particular recipe has quickly become one of my favorites. The blueberries add beautiful color to this salad and I love all the different textures. Serve this on a bed of greens, on a croissant or with a side … Blueberry-Pecan Chicken Salad
Signs of spring have been popping up everywhere and it feels good to know warmth is on the horizon! We are about to get into asparagus season and I love using it in a variety of ways – roasted, grilled, steamed, you name it. In this case I stir-fried it with snap peas and carrots … Spring Veggie Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu
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
Pears are one of my favorite fruits – juicy, sweet and slightly tart. Lightly caramelizing them in honey butter takes that delicious sweetness to the next level! Served over a bed of beautiful greens, the buttery pears, creamy gorgonzola cheese and toasty walnuts make this meal a winter delight. Serve this with crusty bread to … Caramelized Pear and Gorgonzola Salad
