Some soups are so easy it’s shameful not to make them more often! I think you will find that to be true with this quick, filling, eight-ingredient cream soup. It’s loaded with broccoli and cauliflower so it’s naturally thick, and the crispy bacon topping takes it to the next level. This Cream of Broccoli and …
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I’m not going to lie. This is probably one of the best meals I have EVER made!!! Not only was it super easy, fast, loaded with spices, wonderfully flavorful, and visually appealing but the whole family loved it and gobbled it up. It was a huge win, considering it was spur of the moment and …
I’m not really sure why this recipe for traditionally fermented, butter top sourdough wasn’t the first recipe on my blog. It is by far one of the most, if not the most important recipe in my kitchen. I make at least one loaf of sourdough sandwich bread a week and I haven’t bought bread regularly …
You know what’s nice about Japanese eggplant? They are as easy as they are beautiful! This purple-hued, thin-skinned beauty is perfectly palatable after a quick stir fry in some healthy oil. The fact that it cooks quickly and doesn’t need to be peeled or salted prior to cooking makes it a great weeknight choice. I …
Let’s be honest. Pie crust can be a tricky little devil. So, in this post I’m going to share my tips for making a perfectly flaky, beautiful crust for every pie! It’s ALL About the Pie Dough. This is the number one, most important aspect of making a superb pie. The crust needs to be …
These are my favorite crackers. I’ve been “testing” (gleefully eating) batch after batch to make sure I get them just right for you! They are similar to my Sesame, Cheese, and Nut Crackers except they have the distinct flavor that only nutritional yeast can bring. I love nutritional yeast and butter on popcorn so it …
You know summer is in full swing when the peaches and peppers show up at the farmer’s markets! A sweet and spicy jalapeño peach marinade is the perfect way to take advantage of both. In this recipe I use bavette steaks, but this marinade would be delicious on any cut of beef, lamb, or chicken! …
I just sat down to a nice little lunch featuring these amazing pizza green beans. They have been hanging out on my counter for the last 10 days traditionally fermenting with garlic, tomato, and oregano. I will officially tell you I’m in love! I’m not even a huge fan of green beans but when I …
What should you serve at your next dinner party? This! This gloriously simple grilled salmon will have all your guests raving. I served mine with my Thai Basil and Roasted Peanut Slaw. Don’t be intimidated to cook salmon on the grill! Once you learn this easy trick you will be mastering grilled salmon every weekend. …
Snacking on cheese and crackers is one of life’s greatest joys. In fact we like to make a whole meal out of it! But when you are cutting carbs or avoiding gluten it can be a challenge to find a great cracker! You want one that stays crunchy and crispy and holds up well to …
BBQ season is upon us and you know that means friends, family, and food! This impromptu slaw came together with inspiration from all the wonderful herbs at my local organic farm stand, especially the beautiful, fresh Thai basil. Luckily I was able to grab a quick pic of this beauty before my dinner guests dove …
It doesn’t get much easier than this strawberry basil vinaigrette made in your blender! In fact vinaigrettes in general are pretty simple to make. Having just a few basic ingredients on hand in your pantry will allow you to come up with simple flavorful vinaigrettes in no time. Some items to stock include: Organic extra …
See that? Those layers of banana and cream? That right there is the stuff that dreams are made of! I’d been dreaming of this pie for months while I waited for an order of organic macadamia nuts to arrive from Hawaii. When I actually got to make my creation, it was exactly how I imagined …
This is a simple, fun way to grill veggies. We love grilling. It brings our family and friends together in a relaxed setting, and during the warmer months we cook outside as much as possible. If we’re going to fire up the grill then I want to make it worth the effort. So I try …
The sour cream pastry is what makes this recipe different from the millions of other strawberry shortcakes recipes out there. I think shortcake is divine – it’s such a simple and refreshing summer dessert. And, you know me. I can’t help but play around with recipes. Even my own! One of my very own mottos is: …
I’m really excited to share this recipe with you! Not only because it is absolutely the most delicious fudge you have ever had but also because it is super easy to make AND it has the word butter in its name TWICE! Fudge was something that I thought I had written off forever. It is …