Simplicity: A Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Fresh seasonal vegetables are not devastating by any stretch of the imagination. However, when standing back and looking at the concept of a grilled cheese sandwich, one must remember that simplicity is what gives the sandwich integrity. I am personally guilty of forgetting this, which is why I am bringing it to light. I [...]
Tortilla Soup with Black Beans
The sun is streaming down as the bugs bite and the birds chatter; They say it’s going to be hot today followed by late afternoon thunderstorms. Are you a fan of thunderstorms? An afternoon thunderstorm after a hot day instigates both a rush of excitement and simultaneous coziness, so naturally, I am a fan. Also, thunderstorms [...]
Spinach Ricotta Calzone
Have I told you about our local pizzeria? It’s absolutely dreadful on every level: The ingredients are deplorable, the seasoning is inconsistent, their cleanliness is questionable and everything is appallingly overpriced. Even the upscale “brick” oven pizza place that’s close to us is highly unpleasant. They are a bit cleaner than the others, and they (at a glance), have a better menu. [...]
Peperonata Potatoes
I had some peperonata rustica (recipe from Keller’s Ad Hoc) and some leftover potatoes sitting in the fridge from last night’s dinner and so I just put them together for a very simple brunch this morning. I served it with poached eggs and sprinkle of Manchego and it was absolutely one of my most favorite brunch [...]
Vegan Sloppy Joes: Slow Cooker Special
Apparently, when I hear the words, “Super Bowl” and “slow cooker” my mind explodes into brainstorming fireworks. I love slow cooker recipes, so when given the opportunity to flex my slow cooker muscles as part of wayfair’s Super Bowl Snack Off, I only had one problem. Which favorite recipe of mine would I submit? It was [...]
Savory Pumpkin Quinoa Cakes
I used to loathe quinoa. The foreign texture and lack of flavor was only highlighted by the ever faint taste of dirt, quite honestly. The only thing I could find redeeming about it was saying the word quinoa (keeeenwaaa). It’s a fun thing for me. I don’t get out much. However, like most foods, [...]
Back To School Lunch
Without fail, a muted silver sky and a light sprinkling of rain graces every first day of school for us, appropriately enough. The kids stand at the bus stop leaning against their moms and dads, holding brightly colored cartoon-covered umbrellas. Fatigued from late summer hours and days of carefree play, they wait in anticipation of [...]
Tomato and Scallion Quesadillas
These quesadillas are a product of what’s happening in my garden now. I know most people have a zucchini invasion in their gardens at the moment. I, however, have an onslaught of cherry tomatoes to eat on a daily basis which I rather enjoy. This is a light, quick, and seasonal home-grown lunch I made yesterday [...]
Six Cheese Tomato and Chard Pizza
I have a (not so) secret obsession with pizza. Is that wrong? I don’t really think so, but it is my personal gateway to flat out food nerd. I’m ok with that though. I wanted a really good pizza. The only problem with that is that I live here. Which is beautiful, but [...]
Black Bean and Veggie Burritos
Ok, Confession time: I haven’t been out of the house without my children since I turned thirty. Well, really since Max was born. He’s now two years old. I went out for a couple of hours once to try to enjoy myself, but, I worried the entire time and ran back home [...]
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