Classic caprese ingredients (basil, mozzarella, tomatoes, and balsamic vinaigrette) modernized into a salad with spinach and orzo pasta.

Orzo Caprese Salad

April 12, 2016 // 2 Comments

Classic caprese ingredients (basil, mozzarella, tomatoes, and balsamic vinaigrette) modernized into a salad with spinach and orzo pasta. The salad obsession continues. If you haven’t noticed, I’ve been on a little bit of a salad kick lately. It’s all in... Continue reading →

A triple punch of Ojai Pixie tangerines make the chard in this salad taste like tangerines in leafy green form. With a myriad of textures from millet and avocado, and a dressing that tastes like liquid candy, this salad is a yummy way to get more leafy greens into your diet.

Chard, Pixie & Millet Salad with Chia Seed Pixie Dressing

April 7, 2016 // No Comments

A triple punch of Ojai Pixie tangerines make the chard in this salad taste like tangerines in leafy green form. With a myriad of textures from millet and avocado, and a dressing that tastes like liquid candy, this salad is... Continue reading →

Quinoa Confetti Salad

April 5, 2016 // 2 Comments

A bed of quinoa and spinach topped with a confetti of beets, mandarins, and tomatoes, this quinoa confetti salad is full of nutrients, vitamins, and fiber to make your meal that much healthier. This year, Warren and I are striving... Continue reading →

Crispy spiralized potatoes tossed in a taco seasoned sauce makes for a no-dressing-needed salad.

Spiralized Potato Taco Salad

March 29, 2016 // 4 Comments

Crispy spiralized potato tossed in a taco seasoned sauce makes for a no-dressing-needed salad. Have you ever had a salad so good it doesn’t need dressing? I love when I find those salads. Not only are you saving on calories,... Continue reading →

These gluten-free, mighty, and delicious apple breakfast cupcakes with caramel “frosting” will start your day on the right foot.

Caramel Apple, Millet, and Walnut Breakfast Cupcakes

March 22, 2016 // 6 Comments

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #IDSimplyPure #CollectiveBias These gluten-free, mighty, and delicious apple breakfast cupcakes with caramel “frosting” will start your day on the right foot. Oh boy! Am I... Continue reading →

Vanilla Creme Cakelettes ~ Soft and moist individual cakes topped with a PEEPS® heart. No frosting needed!

Vanilla Crème Cakelettes

February 4, 2016 // 2 Comments

Vanilla Creme Cakelettes ~ Soft and moist individual cakes topped with a PEEPS® heart. No frosting needed! My contributions to Valentine’s Day 2016 is winding down. My hope was to help make your Valentine’s Day a little sweeter with thoughtful,... Continue reading →

Caramel and Dark Chocolate M&M’s Popcorn

February 2, 2016 // 2 Comments

Caramel and Dark Chocolate m&m’s Popcorn – The perfect Valentine’s Day movie snack! Hi there! Ready for another Valentine’s Day treat recipe? I’ve really enjoyed coming up with these fun Valentine’s Day treats and today’s Caramel and Dark Chocolate m&m’s... Continue reading →

Snickerdoodle Scones

January 19, 2016 // 4 Comments

I had a hankering for some snickerdoodle cookies the other day, but seeing that cookie season just past it just didn’t seem appropriate and a little too indulgent, ya know what I mean? Of course that reasoning didn’t drive the... Continue reading →

Dress up vegetables and fish with this tangy and spicy amandine!

Amandine Sauce

November 19, 2015 // 3 Comments

I have a confession. I actually have to make an effort to eat veggies. While it seems like my veggie-loving peeps actually enjoy and sometimes even crave vegetables (props to those who can eat raw broccoli and carrots without a... Continue reading →

Garlicky, earthy, crispy, and tender! The perfect accompaniment to any dish.

Roasted Potatoes

November 17, 2015 // No Comments

It’s countdown to Turkey Day and I am just now thinking about what will be on the menu. Mashed potatoes are expected, but I’m thinking about making two different kinds of potatoes this year – mashed potatoes and roasted potatoes!... Continue reading →