Parmesan roasted asparagus is a quick and easy side dish that is bursting with flavor. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts. It’s a great way to add some nutrition and color to your plate, while also satisfying your taste buds. I love quick, easy and delicious side dishes,Continue Reading
Spring brings new beginnings, so we're starting the season off with something of our own — we're trying to cook with what’s actually in season. Using seasonal produce in your recipes means you're getting the most fruitful ingredients with the best quality. Some springtime produce that thrive right now are arugula, avocados, carrots, garlic, and oranges. This produce is undeniably worth the wait each year – so don’t hesitate to run to your nearest farmer’s market this month! Here’s everything that's in-season this April, plus the tastiest recipes you can make with each one.1. ArtichokesArtichokes are a unique addition to savory appetizer and dinner recipes. They offer a pleasant texture that you can't find in other produce. Preparing artichokes takes...
This delightful Savory Galette is ideal for lunch or brunch. The combination of fresh asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and creamy goat cheese, all encased in a golden free-form pie crust, creates a simple yet luxurious dish or appetizer. If you’re looking for more veggie-packed meals and sides, don’t miss our White Vegetable Lasagna, Summer Pasta Salad, or Fresh Veggie Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan. We also love making Grilled Corn and Veggie Salad, Black Bean Roasted Corn Salad, and Broccoli Cauliflower Salad. Be sure to sign up for my email… to get new recipes and ideas in your inbox! Why We Love An Easy Savory Galette This rustic yet elegant savory vegetable pie recipe is made even more delicious with spring vegetables and...
Most of us, buying ground black pepper or sealed dactyls, never wonder how they actually grow. In fact, some spices, nuts and fruit grow in a rather surprising way. Watch the short gallery and find out where the peanuts or Brussels sprouts actually come from. #1 Cocoa powder comes from cocoa tree seeds. This evergreen tree forms fruit that looks like overgrown cucumbers. Each of them contains 20 – 60 seeds pinterest pinterest freepik #2 Peanuts grow underground. They are leguminous vegetables, originally from South America freepik #3 Pineapples grow on a stem which is ‘armed’ with long sharp knives freepik freepik #4 Brussel sprouts grow on long stems (up to 1 meter). Small sprouts are formed under smooth leaves...
I hope these weekly dinner menus have been inspiring you because I’m feeling SO freaking inspired lately. I’ve been shopping more local, like going to our local fish market, and picking items based solely on what looks best. Instead of turning to what feels most comfortable since I make the same things most weeks, I’m pushing myself out of my comfort zone and falling in love with food in a whole new way. On Friday, I took Avery to the fish market and the fish monger said the halibut was super fresh, so I bought that! I’m always intimidated with fish because it sucks balls if you overcook it, so I used a heat thermometer for the fish time on...
