Recipes
September’s Gone
The other day my son showed me a meme on Instagram that said, “September lasted 2 hours.” While I was chuckling at how true that
In Praise of the Mocktail
There’s no other way to say this than just to say it. I love my nightly cocktail(s). I don’t want to overstate things and say
Surprisingly Good Veggie Tacos
How’s your summer going? Mine is not off to the best start. First, I sprained my ankle. I know, woe is me. But it’s been
Poké Season is Here
If you read a lot of food blogs or magazines, you’ll notice a familiar refrain this time of year: Crank up the grill! Which you should totally do of course. But another thing you should do is make a dinner that requires no cooking, no heat, at all.
Kale Feeding Frenzy
I’m convinced my family loves kale salad because I have cracked the code on how to make kale into a crave- and inhale-worthy food.
Remember Yourself
Do you ever feel like you’ve forgotten who you are? I mean, you still know you name but you don’t really remember other key things
Starting Over, With Teenagers
If you’ve been wondering what happened to this blog and why I haven’t posted in almost a year, the following anecdote might help explain: The
Turkey Chili for April Snowstorms
Don’t let this recipe’s lack of oil, fried chips, flour, dairy, or red meat deter you—it’s really delicious and satisfying despite being almost absurdly healthy.
Where Have You Been All My Life, Coconut Butter?
If you haven’t been introduced to coconut butter yet, you can thank me now. This is the food item you didn’t know your life was missing.
Cooking Class Offerings
Going forward, instead of scheduling classes when it’s convenient for me and hoping the date and time work for you, I’m going to offer them when you can come (what a concept).
Green Beans, No “Cream-Of-Anything” Soup Required
Maybe it’s just me and my obsession with balanced meals, but I really feel like Thanksgiving needs a green vegetable. After all, this is a meal where “salad” is a dish containing marshmallows.
Real Fall vs. Fantasy Fall
I firmly believe that, while food can be a political issue and what you choose to eat says a lot about your values, eating is something that fundamentally unites us.
The Best Zucchini Muffins
These muffins are fantastic. And I don’t mean “fantastic for zucchini muffins.”
Salad of the Week: Mixed Greens, Feta, Apples, & Killer Maple Dressing
Going for a fall theme, I messed around with several vinaigrette ideas before coming up with this tangy, sweet, garlicky maple combo. It pairs deliciously with salty feta cheese and crunchy honey crisp apples.
Turkey Sandwich Perfection
Here’s a little-known fact about me: I ate nothing but turkey sandwiches during the entirety of both my pregnancies. I consider myself a connoisseur; this one is crunchy, satisfying, sturdy, and a little bit spicy.