Jam Pockets
With the return of cooler weather in the Midwest, I’ve been happy to return to my cozy ritual of brewing up a steaming cup...
Chilled Cantaloupe Soup with Lemon and Ginger
Finally!! My first soup post on the blog! It’s incredibly ironic that I hadn’t yet posted a recipe for this category, because (and any...
Pluot (Plumcot) and Blueberry Crisp
There’s a new arrival in the produce department at my neighborhood grocery store this year. Welcome….pluots!!! Also called “plumcots”, these cute little guys are...
Presto Pesto Panini (with Prosciutto, Provolone & Peppers)
So apparently my love for alliteration translates to food as well. :) This is one of my favorite quick lunches to make. Granted, I’ve...
How To Roast a Head of Garlic
Somehow I got in a conversation with some friends the other day about roasted garlic, and was intrigued to find out that many people...
Parmesan Popcorn
Hallelujah! After months of waiting while the networks drug their feet, trying to decide who would host this next season, Project Runway FINALLY debuted...
Spinach, Feta & Pine Nut Pizza
This summer, I’ve had a ridiculously fun time experimenting with my, not one, but two fantastic new kitchen appliances! The first, being my new...
Muffadoodles (Snickerdoodle Muffins)
I love snickerdoodles. I mean – really – what’s not to love about snickerdoodles? They only have the coolest name ever. And the coolest...
Watermelon Lemonade
One of my favorite, favorite memories about my time living with my Costa Rican host family years ago was waking up each morning to...
Crustless Spinach Quiche
This morning I woke up early and had the random urge to make breakfast for my morning meetings at work. (And not just any...
Garlic & Herb Tomatoes
You say, “Tomato”? I say, “Tomatoes.” Yes, ’tis the season – I have zillions ready for harvest in my garden! Needless to say, there’s...
Watermelon Salsa
There is something about cutting into a fresh, ripe, red watermelon that just screams “summer” to me. Love it! So to celebrate the return...
