Hi everyone! I've been taking a break from posting as I adjusted to being a mom of 3 (!), but I certainly haven't taken a break from cooking. And so now that my littlest one is a little more settled, I thought it was high time I shared with you one of my new favorite … Continue reading Kale and Quinoa Salad
Category: Side Dishes
The Best Broccoli Salad
I am in love with this recipe. Seriously, it is so surprisingly good, it even got my "but I don't LIKE broccoli" insisting 4-yr-old to utter words I never expected to hear: "more broccoli please!" So here's the gist: the broccoli is raw, but tossing it with the hot, vinegar-y dressing is enough to turn it a … Continue reading The Best Broccoli Salad
Stovetop Mac & Cheese
If you've been following me on Facebook, you may* have seen my posts on the recent petition by 100 Days of Real Food and Food Babe regarding Kraft mac & cheese. The short version is that in the US, the ubiquitous blue box contains potentially harmful artificial food dyes, whereas the equivalent product in the UK … Continue reading Stovetop Mac & Cheese
The Best Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Ok, I know, that's a really gutsy title for a recipe. But, as a sweet potato lover for as long as I can remember, I feel qualified to say that this method of making sweet potatoes, if not actually the "best", is amazingly delicious in addition to being so easy and so good for us! … Continue reading The Best Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Potato Leek Soup
As my farmer's market wraps up, a few staples that have been consistently available for the past few weeks are winter squash, potatoes, and leeks. One of my goals for this winter is to get better at making soup, and so potatoes and leeks immediately made me think of potato leek soup. Many recipes out … Continue reading Potato Leek Soup
Homemade Chicken Stock, Two Easy Ways
Store bought chicken stock is one of those products which really irks me. Even the seemingly good quality ones (organic, free range, low sodium, etc.) have long ingredient lists which include things like "natural chicken flavor" (shouldn't the flavor come from the chicken itself??). But somehow making homemade stock always seemed like so much effort! … Continue reading Homemade Chicken Stock, Two Easy Ways
Slow Cooker Apple Sauce
As much as I love the produce of summer (fruit and tomatoes in particular!), I have to say, I am awfully excited for fall. Not only do I absolutely love the changing colors of the leaves and the cooler temperatures, but apple season makes me incredibly happy. I am guilty of buying imported organic apples … Continue reading Slow Cooker Apple Sauce
Zucchini Fritters
As a follow up to my previous Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread recipe, I wanted to share with you my other favorite use for extra zucchini - fritters! I just tried this recipe for the first time last month, and I think I've made 4 batches since then. This one is great if you have TONS … Continue reading Zucchini Fritters
Basic Cole Slaw
For a long time I thought I didn't like cole slaw. I am generally not a huge fan of mayo, and also assumed that I didn't like cabbage for no particular reason (I am slowly working my way through all of the foods I still have residual fears of from being a really picky kid!). … Continue reading Basic Cole Slaw
Asparagus and Zucchini Ribbon Salad
Last week I told you about the Mini Spinach and Cheddar Frittatas I made for the peanut's naming. In addition to an egg dish, I wanted to include a light and summery salad. I had a hard time thinking of what to do that wouldn't overlap with the veggies already present as a side for … Continue reading Asparagus and Zucchini Ribbon Salad