I am all about simplicity and most nights it’s as easy as white rice or roasted potatoes, but sometimes it’s fun to mix it up! This Wild Rice side is very easy, but a departure from the norm, so it’s special. Everything I make, my goal is to use the best quality ingredients and if I can increase the nutrients I do.
Read MoreThere is a great story behind this recipe. Spaghett squash is an amazing vegetable all on it’s own, but add marinara sauce, cheese and fresh herbs, then we are on to something. My husband came home a while back and announced he wanted to become Vegan. Backstory is, I am Paleo…sometimes Paleoish, but I LOVE MEAT!
Read MoreHomemade pasta salad recipes are great to have in your back pocket. I’m not sure why we think of them during warm weather, but they are a meal in a bowl, so I think they work anytime of year. I choose Mediterranean ingredients and went crazy.
Read MoreCocktail parties are the jam during the Holiday season and I am here to tell you, it does not have to be difficult. Stuffed Mushrooms are always at the top of my list and this recipe will make your crowd happy, I promise.
Read MoreThis Broccoli casserole was created by someone in my family that no one can seem to remember, but a Thanksgiving cannot happen without it. The thing is, it was made with completely processed, horrible ingredients, except the broccoli, so I had to do something about this situation.
Read MoreThanksgiving isn’t really about the turkey. Yes, I know it’s Turkey Day and it is the centerpiece, but in my opinion, the sides rule. What I love most is that every Thanksgiving feast has different sides. There are traditional elements like mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts, but hosts these days are stopping the show with inventive, eye catching, mouth watering sides.
Read MoreApplesauce is a staple in our house during the Fall and Winter months. When apple season begins, all of the favorites come front and center and I make apple crumble, apple cake, applesauce muffins, anything apple that I can think of. Whether you are doing sweet or savory, there is room for apples in so many recipes.
Read MoreI picked up some organic jalapeños from my local farmers market and really had no idea what to do with them. Well when in doubt, pickle, ferment or throw a party to get rid of everything quickly! I chose to pickle.
Read MoreWhen your diet and lifestyle demands that you go grain free, there is that moment when you stare into space and think you will never eat again and if you do, you certainly are not going to enjoy it. I am going to tell you that there are delicious, amazingly tasteful options to have in your recipe box.
Read MoreEaster just passed, so left over hard boiled eggs may be in abundance. This is a great way to use them up in a delicious and healthy way! Deviled eggs are my new favorite go to snack. Since eliminating grains along with gluten from my life, finding quick easy staples to keep in my fridge has been challenging.
Read MoreWhen you are gluten free, you are always looking for ideas to mimic what you are used to eating. The hardest thing was finding the vehicle to hold the food. Bread for sandwiches, toast for breakfast and crackers for dipping.
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