Recipes
Heirloom Tomato Tart with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onions
As I was thinking about what to make for the blog this week, I got carried away with daydreams of fall - autumn squash, apples, okra, brussel spro...
10 Thoughtful Hostess Gifts That Aren’t Wine
Tis the season of dinner parties and gatherings. Show your hostess your gratitude with these thoughtful, (mostly) local gifts for foodies. 1. Simple Soirees: Seasonal Menus for Sensational Gatherings, $5 You already know your hostess loves entertaining. Give her the gift of inspiration with this lovely cookbook filled with approachable, eye-catching recipes. 2. Healthy Harvest Extra …
Mediterranean Inspired Memorial Day Recipes
It’s that time of year – party time! Barbecues, picnics, brunches, 4th of July, you name it. The heat of summer makes us want to cook outside and firing up the grill evokes the primal urge to gather round the flames with friends. So what do you cook that’s light, tasty, and will feed a … Continue reading "A Med-Summer’s Night Dream: Mediterranean Inspired Party Recipes"
“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 …
Herbed Dipping Oil
As part of our summer party dishes series this month, we wanted to share crowd pleasing recipes to bring to the season’s gatherings. Community is a focal point of our family business, and we truly believe in the power of food to bring people together. One of the most classic appetizer recipes that’s perfect for … Continue reading "Herbed Dipping Oil"
Grilled Vegetables with Marinated Feta and Tabbouleh
Summer may not officially start for another couple weeks, but the warm temps have already arrived – and that means it’s time to take the cooking outside. As part of my efforts to be more sustainable (and save money!), I rarely turn on the air conditioning, so cooking in the oven is inefficient at best, …
No Churn Mascarpone Ice Cream with Balsamic Blueberry Compote
Everyone who knows me knows I. Love. Ice Cream. On hot days. On cold days. On all days. But as someone who has a host of negative reactions to sugar, it is a rare treat. I do occasionally make different variations of Nice Cream (hint: frozen bananas with mix ins), but when I came across … Continue reading "No Churn Mascarpone Ice Cream with Balsamic Blueberry Compote"
Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
I don’t think I have had an opportunity yet to express my love for portobello mushrooms. As someone who eats meatless meals quite often, they are such a good meaty main course, from Portobellos Fajitas and Enchiladas to Fried Mushroom Steak Fries, and now these Caprese Stuffed Garlic Butter Portobello Shrooms. It’s also a …
Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes with Walnuts and Balsamic Drizzle
It’s a sure sign of Spring when the sweet crispy stalks of asparagus start popping up at the farmer’s market. Although you can typically find asparagus in your grocery store several months of the year, this nutrient dense veggie is at its absolute peak in flavor if you can get the ultra fat stalks from your …
Greek Salad with Falafel and Quinoa
This weather has me craving fresh, vibrant salads that are full of life! Does anyone else FEEL the energy they get from eating leafy greens and ripe, juicy tomatoes? Greens are some of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. They are rich in antioxidants and vitamins and iron. They help to detoxify and … Continue reading "Greek Salad with Falafel and Quinoa"
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 …