This is the perfect time of year to find good deals on fresh berries. Or, you could be lucky enough to be growing some yourself (one lady in my cooking class tonight said she picked 5 cups of raspberries in her garden today!). These muffins are a celebration of freshness. The fresh lemon zest … Lemon-Berry Chia Seed Mini Muffins
Today at work I noticed our deli was having a “fresh mozzarella pull” event and I couldn’t help but buy some! I hadn’t had really fresh mozzarella since culinary school, and it truly is a treat. I love thinking up fun flavor combinations to put on toast. These mini garlic toasts make the perfect appetizer … Fresh Mozzarella and Corn Garlic Toasts with Basil-Balsamic Drizzle
I’m not the biggest dessert person, but there’s something comforting about a cold sweet treat on a hot sunny day (especially if it’s chocolate!). This creamy, decadent dish is the perfect combination of bitter dark chocolate, sweet raspberries and cooling mint. If you want a completely dairy-free dessert, simple use dairy-free chocolate chips (like Enjoy … Simple Dark Chocolate-Raspberry Ice Cream
Summer is officially here and it’s time for fun get-togethers with family and friends. One of my friends shared some of her fresh mint with me and I knew I had to make something with mojito flavors. This melon salad is extremely refreshing and the fresh ginger balances everything out. This is best served extremely … Ginger Mojito Melon
I first tried chilequiles when I was in Mexico a while back. I was so impressed with how simple the dish was – tortillas and salsa, served with eggs. Eggs are one of my favorite go-to foods. While Josh will only eat them at breakfast, I love them any time of day. They’re wonderful prepared … Chilequile Frittata
Lately I have been called the “smoothie queen” because I have had lots of practice making them in the past year with my kids cooking classes. It’s fun to play around with different flavors and get people excited to drink something that can pack a lot of nutrition. My dad recently had oral surgery and … Banana Split Smoothie
My Memorial Day weekend was full of excitement and fun with old friends. It also was loaded with comfort foods! I’m starting the week off right with these overnight oats. Not only are they extremely simple to make, but they provide you with a quick and yummy breakfast for the whole week. This version is … Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats
Today I taught a class on plant-based foods. Cooking trends are always changing and one “hot” item on the market right now are chia seeds (I don’t think our parents ever imagined eating them…). These seeds are actually a member of the mint family and are a wholesome source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, … Double Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
I know it’s still April, but when I saw sweet corn for sale in the produce department that actually looked decent, I had to pick some up for my sweet corn salsa. Instead of having the salsa with tortilla chips, I decided to scoop it into a quesadilla with pepper jack cheese. And because I … Chicken Quesadillas with Fresh Corn Salsa and Chipotle Crema
Unlike several of the customers I talk to, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day and I always make time for it. The key to a balanced breakfast is including a protein, carbohydrate and fat to keep you full and satisfied until lunch. Although I’m normally a peanut butter girl, one of my friends … Almond Butter Banana Bread
