These Coconut Matcha Pops are an easy and delicious treat! Coconut milk serves as the creamy (dairy free!) base for these green tea “ice cream” popsicles. Matcha is jam packed with antioxidants, making this a guilt free treat. Green Tea Ice Cream. Sigh. I absolutely LOVE it. What’s not to love? Oh yea, dairy. Don’t get me wrong. I love dairy. By now you’ve likelyRead more ->
This Salmon Pasta Salad is a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Cooked pasta and protein packed salmon is tossed in a creamy, tangy, and lemony Greek yogurt dressing. Fresh dill peas provide a fresh burst of deliciousness. Prep this one in advance and enjoy all week! It’s Friday. Did you know that? I only ask because this was one of those weeks. On Monday,Read more ->
This thirst quenching Cucumber Mint Cooler uses cucumber vodka, fresh mint syrup, and tart lime juice. Super refreshing and light! Oh HAAAAAAAAAY! It’s Thursday #THIRSTday, and I’m excited about it. Aren’t you? Weekdays in the summer are a particular drag. In Minnesota, nice days are numbered. Any day that the sun is shining, it’s over 60 degrees, and I can wear shorts, is a goodRead more ->
A favorite go-to snack when told, “Just bring an app!” Creamy, garlicky hummus serves as the base for this addictive dip. Quinoa tabbouleh packs the flavor punch, with parsley, mint, tomato, green onion, and rich olive oil. Equally delicious scooped with pita chips, veggies, or a spoon. Let me guess. You’re sick of bringing the same old appetizer that everyone expects you to bring. “Great.Read more ->
The Siesta Cocktail will encourage anything but rest. This simple cocktail is tart and titillating! The perfect amount of sweet and bitter, this recipe includes grapefruit juice, Campari, tequila, and lime juice. So easy, and so refreshing! Tequila Tequila I’m not going to lie, I’ve been waiting for a very special occasion to post this cocktail. Today is a very special occasion, you guys. It’sRead more ->
These Kale, Quinoa, & Goat Cheese Mini Frittatas are a healthy breakfast – at home or to-go! Sautéed kale, roasted red pepper, quinoa, and creamy goat cheese make these mini frittatas fancy, but approachable. All About Eggs Eggs are a pretty consistent staple in my house. Poached for breakfast, hard-boiled for mid-day snacks, whisked into baked goods, or mixed with some s&p to dredge chicken in. IRead more ->
This Honey Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Lemon and Thyme Macerated Nectarines is a summer stunner! Goat cheese delicately flavors this deliciously creamy ice cream: it’s not overpowering, but perfectly balanced. The nectarines are macerated with lemon zest, juice, olive oil, and thyme to create a luscious sauce. Make this elegant ice cream recipe now and celebrate summer! Honey and Goat Cheese Ice Cream. IRead more ->
Daiquiris. Don’t they just remind you of vacation? Freshly squeezed fruit juice. Rum. Ice. Sandy beaches. Ok, maybe the sandy beach you’ll have to pay extra for. Daiquiris are so simple. Who would have thought? It just sounds like a complex drink to make. I’m here to assure you that that is far from the truth. Now granted, you can certainly blend in some strawberriesRead more ->
2 Ingredient Banana Pancakes make a delicious and nutritious weekend (or weekday!) breakfast. Feel free to throw in whatever pancake mix-in’s you like, or top with your favorite fruit, maple syrup, or nut butter. Wakey, wakey! Time for brekky! And an easy, delicious, healthy brekky at that. Need more encouragement to make these? THEY’RE ONLY 2 INGREDIENTS YOU GUYS. Now, I’m sure you’ve seen aRead more ->
This Spiked Rhubarb Soda is a light and refreshing summer cocktail! Rhubarb, honey, and lemon flavors are perfectly combined and balanced by effervescent soda. Rhubarb is readily available in the summer at many local markets and grocers. Make a big batch of the rhubarb simple syrup to have this delicious cocktail within reach at all times! Summa, summa, summa time….. From a food perspective, summerRead more ->