Zucchini Walnut Spread
This time of year I am always looking for good alternatives to the standard cheese and cracker board for appetizers on the holidays. The kids and I have experimented with a lot of different things. From goat cheese bread stick log cabins to horseradish pickled beets to tiny stuffed quail eggs…omg! ( Some of those […]
Toasted Sunflower Seeds
Not only are sunflower seeds fun and delicious to eat, they are packed with helpful nutrients, including vitamin E, phytosterols, antioxidants and selenium. Sunflower seeds can be eaten raw or cooked. And they are so versatile. You can eat them on salads or oatmeal, in smoothies or muffins or grind them for a crumb topping. […]
Kale Pesto with Hempseed
a Gosh I love to make pestos! I think about what’s in season, what I have on hand, and what needs to be used up! The technique is simple easy. The variations are infinite. I do carefully think about what I want to create for this meal or this week. Pesto adds so much flavor and nutrition to a […]
Full of Fruit Muffins
There are so many ways to make a muffin. I like my muffins (as opposed to cupcakes) to be less sweet with authentic flavors that carry some nutritional value. This basic recipe was developed to showcase fresh fruit in season but can also be made with frozen fruit. (Which is a welcome treat in January!) […]
Tofu Stuffed Shells
During the week I like to keep my food prep simple and fast. This is a weekend recipe. It does take time and is well worth it! It is both rich and light at the same time. The addition of carrots and fennel to the sauce gives a natural hint of sweetness which balances the […]
Sarah’s Favorite Potato Salad
Summer is coming in fast and I love everything about it. The light, the sounds, the scents, the flowers and the emerging bountiful fresh produce. And there is always so much going on between holidays, family, friends, community events, gardens, etc. It’s always helpful to have a few tried and true dishes you can […]