Appetizers might be my favorite part of any party. Whether a fancy soiree or a simple get-together, little two-bite foods are the best. Knowing that we’ll have parties a-plenty coming soon, I wanted to add a little good luck charm of a recipe. These Polenta Caprese Appetizers would be great for any party, but they’ll be especially […]
Poor carrots have been getting a bad wrap from all those after-though relish trays. But, if you pick some up next time you’re at the farmers’ market and get them super fresh, the flavor is all together different. This easy recipe for roasted carrots simply elevates their already fabulous natural flavor. Want to watch me […]
Happy Thanksgiving! My sincerest well-wishes to you and yours for a healthy and relatively sane Thanksgiving. Yes, it’s a crazy time, and if ya need a dose of reality to keep you from losing it while spending time with friends and family, don’t forget the Flapping Chicken. Please, let them flap and give yourself permission […]
The Stetson Chopped Salad is world famous. It has a Facebook page, had been ripped off by bazillions and has a cult following for anyone who has tried it at Cowboy Ciao. You can find the full original recipe on Epicurious, but I’ve taken the famed salad and simplified it for an on-the-go, tailgate friendly […]
This recipe for Butternut Squash Mac n Cheesee has been tested and approved by the crowds at the Arizona State Fair. If you want the real time step by step, here’s a video from the fair! Live from the FAIR: Come out and see me at the fair by checking the dates on my Where […]
I have been making Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce for years. It’s healthy, full of flavor and only requires a blender and a pot of boiling water. From a health standpoint, this recipe is vegan and if you sub tamari for soy sauce, it’s gluten free, too! Just make sure your soba is gluten free, […]
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Hummus is a sweet version of hummus made with chickpeas and peanut butter. It’s naturally sweetened so that it’s decadent enough for your sweet tooth but a healthy, wholesome snack. Hummus for Dessert Okay, so there are no ‘cookies’ in this dessert version of hummus, but I swear you’ll take a […]
It’s time for back-to-school and the elementary set are looking for something new in their lunch boxes. The tried and true Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich has a little revamp here in this blog post. Inspired by the new trend in sandwich thins paired with a nostalgia for Lunchables, this is my healthier version of […]
I’ve previously done a Breakfast Bruschetta, perfect for cooking with kids, but was recently asked to make a fun variation: banana bruschetta. It’s the same concept of a sweet, kid-friendly bruschetta, but with bananas, walnuts and my new favorite snacking obsession: coconut chips. If you haven’t tried them, they’re not just dehydrated coconut. They’re crispy, […]
I told Ryan I had made apple pies. His ears perked up, expecting a slice of homemade apple pie. Poor fella was a little disappointed when I produced a napkin with one of these after-school apple “pies”. On the other hand, minutes later I asked Blaise if he wanted to build his own apple pies. […]
Continuing on our “Smoked Dinner” theme, the perfect pairing for those BBQ Pork Ribs is this recipe for Smoked Gouda Potato Salad. Gouda Potato Salad Why gouda? It’s a semi-hard cheese that still manages to come off as soft and creamy. When it’s smoked, the soft, complex woody flavors give it a meaty bite. I […]
For those who are college bound in the fall, looking for something easy to cook up in a dorm room, I’ve got some dorm room recipe inspiration for you. Both of these recipes have flexibility and you can add your own creative twist to them. Change up the veggies, spices, sauces, go crazy! But, the […]
