A highly active garden has plans for writing about dessert put on hold so that tomatoes can be a priority. There will be salsa, roasted sauce, and jambalaya ... oh my! And, before you think there's nothing for you, dear reader, read on for great information on picking, storing, and using tomatoes plus fantastic recipes. Enjoy!
If you've ever wondered about cooking with stinging nettles and done a bit of poking around on the Internet, you've probably found a lot of recipes for soup. Now, I love soup, but I also recently sautéed some and included them on a pizza that was brimming with bacon, cheese, and garlic. I don't think I'll be turning my nose up at nettles ever again!
Fresh seasonal produce stars in this stunning salad that's equally at home as the main course or a side dish. You can even add cooked, shredded chicken to add more protein if you would like.
Stuffing pasta shells with a blend of chopped chicken and vegetables and baking them in a tomato-chicken broth mixture gives a healthier twist on a baked favorite. Time to find the best blend of comfort food and healthier eating!
Quick sauces for pasta make weeknight dinners a snap. But you don't need to open a jar of tomato sauce in desperation for a quick meal. Instead, turn to ingredients you may well have on hand for a rich, creamy sauce that will impress friends and family alike.
When we decide it's time to celebrate at our home, we find ways to take it to a delightful level of deliciousness. Whether that means topping our seared steaks with creamy blue cheese or sipping port with fresh berries, enjoying flavors is just part of living in my sphere. So when a birthday presents itself and the birthday boy loves mint and chocolate, it is only appropriate that a cheesecake featuring both flavors takes center stage.
It's the 4th of July and if you're in the US, it means Independence Day. Enjoy the potluck picnics and backyard barbecues. No? The house is too (dirty, small, unfinished, etc.)? Well, I have a few things to say about taking the opportunity, looking past imperfections, and enjoying the art of scruffy hospitality.
Grab your muffin tin, it's time to make … eggs? That's right, when it's time to make a fun and quick breakfast, look no further than the same baking pan that brings you your favorite muffins and get ready to have the results inspire you to host a Mother's Day brunch!
A trio of great recipes come together to make a perfect summer meal. Spend the week with us to get all of the recipes and treat your loved ones to the ultimate summer al fresco dinner treat. We begin with a beautiful salad brimming with fresh greens, juicy fruit, tart chèvre, and crunchy almonds is as delicious as it is lovely.
Roasted pumpkin and a delicious blend of lentils, spinach, nuts, and more come together to present a creative and beautiful salad. Pair it with your favorite soup or sandwich or both for a fantastic lunch or dinner or with quiche as part of a stunning brunch.
A steaming hot bowl of soup is wonderful to warm up to on a cold winter day, while a bowl of chilled gazpacho or fruit soup can be perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day.
Fresh meets roasted in a clever salad featuring all the flavor. Salmon, baby potatoes, and green beans find their way to the oven for roasting while greens, hard boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, and olives wait for them at the plate. Drizzle it all with a flavorful dressing and dinner is served!
Sure, cabbage makes a lovely salad (often referred to as slaw), but other veggies stand in equally well. Lots of people have seen broccoli do wonders for it, but have you ever tried shredded kohlrabi? Get a great recipe that blends shredded carrot and kohlrabi with a spicy-sweet curry-based dressing and you'll be putting it on your plate alongside your favorite summer meals!
