Sesame Soba Noodles

These Sesame Soba Noodles are light, easy, and delicious! Soba noodles are dense and satisfying, while the cucumber and green onion offer a fresh crunch. Lightly dressed with a sesame vinaigrette, this dish makes a perfect light lunch or side dish! Hello, pretty. You are soba-you-tiful! See what I did there? I know, I know. I really am clever. Holy simple recipe, you guys. I’veRead more ->

Refreshing Coconut Water Limeade (No Processed Sugar!)

A glass of coconut water limeade with fresh sliced lime in the glass.

This Coconut Water Limeade is the ultimate refreshment! Tart fresh squeezed lime juice is paired with thirst-quenching coconut water in this ultimate summery beverage. Pure Refreshment Holy Hannah, it’s hot out. Spoken like a true Minnesotan, you guys. In the winter, it’s too damn cold. In the Spring, it’s too damn rainy. In the summer, it exceeds 75 degrees, and it’s too damn hot. (I’mRead more ->

German Chocolate Cake Ice Cream with Coconut Rum Fudge Swirl

This recipe for German Chocolate Cake Ice Cream with Coconut Rum Fudge Swirl is simply divine! It’s the perfect special summer treat. Served in a waffle cone or in a bowl with a spoon – this is sure to be your new favorite homemade ice cream. Oh, hello National Ice Cream Day. I see you. I plan to celebrate in a very big way, too.Read more ->

Caprese Hummus

Traditional Caprese flavors make this Caprese Hummus a crowd-pleaser! Sundried tomatoes, pesto, and fresh mozzerella adorn this delcious dip! Caprese EVERYTHING. You feel me? Especially if your basil plant bush is as out of control like mine is. The thing is pouring out of the pot I have it in! And the leaves are MASSIVE. I love the classic flavors of Caprese salad: juicy sun-ripened tomatoes,Read more ->

Linguine with Morels, Zucchini, Summer Corn, & Goat Cheese

A plate of paste with morel mushrooms, corn, and basil

Summer produce shines in this delicious pasta! Fresh sweet summer corn, mild zucchini, peppery basil, and meaty morel mushrooms. This recipe for Linguine with Morels, Zucchini, Summer Corn, & Goat Cheese is the perfect fancy dinner you need to make! The bounty of summer is abundant. And we need to use it while we can! Well, sort of. There are so many different ways toRead more ->

Rhubarb Rosé Sangria

A glass of rhubarb rosé sangria surrounded by flowers

Toast summer with this perfectly crisp, floral, and effervescent Rhubarb Rosé Sangria! Flavors of rhubarb, elderflower, strawberry, and raspberry fill each glass.  Summer In A Glass Summer wouldn’t be complete with a crisp and cool sipper on constant rotation. Mine happens to be this tart, sweet, effervescent Rhubarb Rosé Sangria. It’s packed with fresh flavors and is quite honestly dangerously easy to imbibe! Read onRead more ->

Healthy Mexican Street Corn

This Healthy Mexican Street Corn is a simple and delicious way to enjoy summer’s abundance! Fresh sweet corn is grilled and topped with the classic ingredients in Street Corn: cotija cheese, chili powder, cilantro, and garlic. This recipe is a great side dish for any summer meal! As you may know, I love to grill. See here, or especially here for evidence of that. AndRead more ->

Coconut Matcha Pops

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 ->

Salmon Pasta Salad

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 ->

Cucumber Mint Cooler

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 ->