Tag Archives: home made
Fall Harvest Salad with Pumpkin Goddess Dressing
It’s official. Summer’s over and we’re good to call it fall. Celebrate the new season with a crisp salad filled with autumn flavor. Fall Harvest Salad has toasted pecans, roasted acorn squash, juicy first-of-the-season apples, and dried cranberries tumbled over a crunchy salad blend of cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts. The dressing […]
September 23, 2017 11:13 am
Grilled Zucchini Caprese Stacks
Hold on to those Pumpkin Spice Lattes, summer rages on. Another week of excessive heat and more of that smoke and I think what we all need right now is a little caprese. I can’t get enough of this summer salad. It’s cool, it’s easy, and depending on what you serve alongside, it […]
September 3, 2017 11:11 am
Grilled Corn and Nectarine Salad
Summer, where did you go? There were a few barbecues, some berry picking, a road trip or two, and then just like that – it was over. Not to fear. There are still plenty of nice, warm days ahead of us, and we know how to make the most of it. Capture those […]
August 27, 2017 10:09 am
Eclipse Cookies
Monday’s eclipse is a rare and special event. The last time we saw a total eclipse that stretched across the entire United States was 1918. These ethereal cookies are part of every Italian Christmas and wedding and they would also be perfect to celebrate this stellar event. Aptly named for their crescent shape, […]
August 18, 2017 6:55 pm
Fresh Blueberry Pie
When life gives you blueberries, make pie. I have made this pie so many times that I can almost make it in my sleep. It made the rounds through my mom’s group of friends 30 years ago and originally had slivered almonds and a dollop of whipped cream on top, both of which […]
August 13, 2017 11:29 pm
Kiwi-Cucumber Pops
Our heat wave continues. Add to that some smoke and poor air quality and you may be feeling a little parched. Manage the effects of all this by rehydrating with something cool and soothing. There’s a reason they say cool as a cucumber. Cucumbers are 95.2 percent water. They contain potassium and […]
August 4, 2017 9:10 pm
Slow Cooked Shredded Chicken Tacos
My stove is officially off. We are in for a steamy stretch of searing temps. How hot is it? Hot enough that food carts are closed. Hot enough that popsicles, ice cream, cold sandwiches, or anything iced sounds good. You will however, tire of this at some point and want to eat […]
August 2, 2017 10:09 pm
Spicy Caesar Salad
Caesar salad is a snap to make at home, and knowing how to make a good Caesar dressing is something everyone should know. Put a hot twist on your Caesar with this Spicy Caesar Salad recipe from Cat Cora. Using mayonnaise in the dressing not only speeds things up, but also eliminates the […]
July 23, 2017 8:19 pm
3-Ingredient Pesto-Grilled Chicken With Peaches
Peach season is here and this 3-Ingredient Pesto-Grilled Chicken with Peaches is THE answer for what you should be eating right this minute. This recipe, from Epicurious, is a quick grab-and-go dinner you can make on a moment’s notice. Pick up chicken, store-bought pesto, and some juicy, sweet peaches and you’re set. Serve […]
July 14, 2017 10:38 am
Healthy Peanut Butter Buckeyes
It’s Canada Day! Canada became a country on July 1, 1867. Celebrate with some Healthy Peanut Butter Buckeyes, a maple-infused, healthy treat you can make in no time. Just like us, Canada is celebrating with picnics, barbecues, fireworks, concerts, flags, and of course, beer. And despite my best intentions, I have been so preoccupied with […]
July 1, 2017 1:08 pm