When peaches are in season, I buy them in bulk! Not only do I love them for breakfast and snacking, but they are a wonderful addition to salads. I decided to make a version of the classic waldorf salad, but use golden raisins and peaches instead. This is a great dish to take to a … Peach Waldorf Salad
As you all know, it’s one of my goals in life to get everyone to enjoy vegetables. You know it’s a successful dinner when your meat-loving husband goes back for seconds and there isn’t an ounce of meat. However, this meal is still super packed with protein, fiber and flavor! The chipotle crema on top … Sweet Potato and White Bean Patties with Avocado Chipotle Crema
If you dealt with the Michigan winter like I did, you know how special these sunny days are. I stopped at the grocery store today after work and I saw a sign that read “Peaches: first of the season!”. They were juicy and ripe and I couldn’t resist turning them into something tasty! This salad … Massaged Kale Salad with Peaches, Blackberries and Toasty Pecans
There aren’t many dishes more comforting than risotto. What I love about it is that the flavors are so versatile! I’ve made risotto with mushrooms, pumpkin, thai flavors, you name it. But in the spirit of spring, I decided to add peas and fresh lemon. The mixture of lemon and Parmesan is wonderful paired with … Lemony Parmesan and Pea Risotto
Taking a trip to the farmers market at any point in the year is exciting for me, but winter is the season I believe you can be the most adventurous. This weekend, one vendor in particular had this huge, heated truck full of root vegetables and leafy greens that I couldn’t wait to try. Although … Roasted Winter Vegetables with Leafy Green Pesto
While I always try to do a good job of knowing what I’m eating, I became even more aware after reading an article about food additives. I did a little investigating at the grocery store this week and took note of foods to try making from scratch from now on (for example, spaghetti sauce has … Cream of Celery Soup with Garlic Cheddar Croutons
One of the top food trends for 2015 are ancient grains. I’m pretty pumped to see these grains getting some recognition since they are so nutrient dense. While there are several types to choose from, one of my favorites is farro. The chewy texture is very satisfying and works well as a replacement for rice. … Farro and Kale Salad with Fresh Mango Vinaigrette
My squash love continues…and how could I resist? Butternut squash is one of my absolute favorites. It’s sweet and creamy flavor becomes magical when roasted and the crispy squash cubes add the perfect “bite” to this pasta. Kale and butternut squash are a great pairing and this dish is sure to satisfy picky eaters. It’s … Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Creamy Kale Pesto
Although some people don’t enjoy the taste of squash, I say they just haven’t had it prepared correctly. My grandparents always had acorn squash growing in their garden so it was a staple on our holiday dinner table. This morning we ventured to a pumpkin patch where they were selling a wide variety of squash … Stuffed Squash
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
