Sometimes it’s hard to get motivated to cook, especially after a long day of work when there is nothing in the house to cook. I’ve found a really quick, satisfying dinner that I tend to fallback on when I find myself in such a situation. Honestly, I almost feel guilty about posting this as a […]
One of the most intimidating thing about making homemade bread is the fear that the bread won’t turn out. There are a couple of ways we can define the bread as not having turned out: The bread is burnt, or the yeast fails to rise at some part in the process, so instead of a […]
I’ve gotta say it: holidays centered around unhealthy food really drive me crazy. I hate that Halloween is all about candy, and the sugary junk meant to say “I love you” is running rampant right now. With Owen’s food allergies and sensitivities, it’s hard going to playgroups, get-togethers, even school without running into foods he […]
Breakfast may be the meal of champions, but there sure are a lot of beverages you could choose to go along with that meal. Mine have even morphed throughout the years. I’ve gone from OJ in the carton to freshly made juice (usually carrot, apple and kale) to mango berry smoothies (hooray for the Vitamix!) […]
Mornings and I don’t exactly get along. I am wont to hit the snooze button until well after the very last second and then stumble (late) through my morning routine. A healthy breakfast doesn’t always find it’s place in my schedule. There are plenty of convenient breakfast foods to choose from, but a bowl of […]
There was a time I didn’t like cream cheese. I thought it was too rich, or maybe just thought cheese shouldn’t be in a dessert. Or something. Maybe I was just young and couldn’t appreciate it. But I love foods like cheesecake and cream cheese now. I know that a lot of us are trying […]
Tonight I was desperate — desperate I tell you! — for something different to do with my chicken thighs. I’ll be the first to admit that I get into recipe ruts, and if I had to cook — or serve — a chicken stir fry again, I think I would have screamed. So instead of […]
I’m not ashamed to admit it … chocolate is one of my guilty pleasures. Actually, it doesn’t make me feel guilty at all to eat chocolate — should I be ashamed of that? Let’s take my addiction one notch higher … chocolate and wine is divine. Have you ever savored the luscious bitterness of dark […]
A pizza topping combination that’s just unique enough to excite you. One that’s just traditional enough to make you feel all warm and fuzzy. Definitely one that’ll make you salivate. Have you tried roasted garlic and peppers pizza? Anything roasted is a big hit at our house — even broccoli! So imagine the smoky, tangy […]
One of the things I’ve always struggled with was where to store certain foods. Some family members told me apples should be kept on the counter, while others told me it was best to keep in the fridge. Who was right?!? As a rookie cook, I was lost in all the suggestions and tips on […]
