Recipes
5 Festive Appetizers to Wow Your Friends
1. Christmas Tree Antipasto
2. Olive and Rosemary Wreath
3. Holiday Pine Cone Cheeseball
4. Vegan Appetizer Board
5. Caprese Wreath Drizzled wi...
“Jerusalem” Hummus
Hummus. I feel like it’s one of those love or hate foods. These days there are so many kinds to choose from, like garlic, or red pepper, or chipotle. But, like most packaged foods in the grocery store, while it can be great in a pinch, it leaves much to be desired when compared to …
Spring Farm-To-Table Frittata
The farmer’s markets have finally started and we couldn’t be more thrilled. I am SO ready for fresh, local produce full of aliveness and vitality. When I eat veggies grown by my community, I can FEEL the energy as I eat it. And if you think there’s not much in season yet, think again! I … Continue reading "Spring Farm-To-Table Frittata"
Vegan Olive and Artichoke Tart
When I found this Vegan Olive and Artichoke Tart by Green Evi, I knew it would be the perfect special occasion spring dish for Easter. It looks elegant, is simple to throw together, and has easy to find ingredients. The Mediterranean flavors of artichokes and olives combined with the nutty hummus-like vegan filling pair perfectly …
Zucchini Roll-ups with Herbed Goat Cheese and Olives
Imagine you’re having guests over for dinner and you need a quick snack before the meal is ready…or you’re going to a party and you definitely want to bring something homemade, but it has to be easy…This is the perfect recipe for you. It is light, fresh, and perfect for spring. It looks classy, but …
One Pan (Moroccan-inspired) Lemon Olive Chicken
Ah, one pan. Music to my ears. It seems I have made it my life’s mission to show people that cooking healthfully is not some huge, unattainable chore. I love finding and creating recipes that come together quickly, have easy-to-find ingredients, and don’t use every dish in the house to make. So, I was intrigued …
How to Make the Perfect Cheese Board
As foodies, we LOVE hosting parties and get togethers. Olives, fruit, cheese, and wine come together to create a timeless, elegant, easy spread. But what makes a good cheese board your guests will enjoy? We talked to Haystack Mountain in Niwot to learn how to assemble a well-rounded, tasty presentation. First, no matter what kind of …
White Bean Puttanesca
Unless it’s a soup or stew, meals in our house rarely take more than 30 minutes. While I think everyone deserves delicious, wholesome, homemade meals and I also think cooking can be a relaxing creative endeavor rather than a chore, it doesn’t mean I want to spend all night in the kitchen. Good food can be … Continue reading "White Bean Puttanesca"
Greek Salad
What a quick, fresh way to enjoy your farmer’s market veggies! Assemble your salad with greens, wedged tomatoes, sliced red onion, diced or sliced cucumber, green or black olives, and feta (We love locally made Haystack cheese!). Drizzle with lemon brine, olive oil, and finish with freshly cracked black pepper and oregano. Optional: Serve with …