Vegetables often are looked at as the enemy. I believe this is because people simply have not had them prepared correctly. For example, brussels sprouts that have been boiled lack flavor and color (this is probably why I insisted they be covered in shredded cheese when my Mom made them for me growing up!). However, … Balsamic Glazed Vegetables
Fall is my favorite favorite season by far. The crisp cool air blows through my window, the leaves are changing and I start wanting warm comfort food. I decided to go through my pantry and work with what I had and the result was mighty tasty, I must say. This chili has a unique flavor … Spicy Fall Veggie Chili with Jalapeño Fontina Croutons
As Fall approaches quickly, I always start to crave hearty comfort dishes like warm sandwiches, soups and stews. This week I was at the grocery store and I picked up these huge portobello mushrooms that I wasn’t quite sure what I was going to do with. These are often used to replace hamburgers, so I … Open Faced Portobello Patty Melts
I have lots of favorite comfort foods, but cheesecake is definitely one of my favorites. This week while I was recipe testing I decided to think outside the box and create a cheesecake that would be acceptable for dinner instead of dessert AND also be healthy. It posed quite a challenge but it was exciting … Zucchini Corn Cheesecake with Pan Roasted Tomatoes
You can’t help but be in awe of all the bounty that nature provides this time of year. Roaming the farmer’s market last weekend I was taken back by all the beautiful colors. I especially loved the huge variety of beets and tomatoes. … Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Golden Tomato Sauce
Summer is here! I love roaming the produce section at the grocery store this time of year because everything is at the peak of freshness. With that said, with all the ingredients available it’s fun to play around with different flavors. I especially love combining sweet and salty components because it’s a perfect balance. Pizzas … Roasted Grape, Fennel and Blue Cheese Flatbread
