Sometimes I just want a little something different to serve alongside chicken. I eat a lot of green salads, and love them, but once in while I like to shake it up with a side salad that does not involve leafy greens. This fresh Orange and Avocado Salad is sweet and salty and when combined…
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A ‘Berry’ Delicious Collection of Recipes!
Berries are naturally sweet and loaded with antioxidants, which makes them a natural favorite for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert! Toss them in just about anything for beauty, flavor and more nutrients. Just remember that berries are one of the most heavily sprayed crops, so I always recommend buying organic. (This post contains affiliate links….
Açaí Berry White Chocolate Frappé!
There is nothing like a lovely refreshing frappé! Frappés were once served at fine restaurants between courses as a palate cleanser, today they are considered more of a light refreshing dessert. I came up with a flavor combination for a frappé that I think you will love: The Açaí Berry White Chocolate Frappé! Not only is it absolutely…
Savory Braised Short Ribs with Vegetables and Artichoke Hearts
Short ribs. We all love them when we are in restaurants but most of us are too intimidated to make them at home. We just aren’t quite sure what to do with them. The truth is short ribs are easy to cook and these Savory Short Ribs with Vegetables and Artichoke Hearts can be made…
How to Make Perfect Mayo in a Minute!
I have been featuring homemade mayonnaise in a few of my recent posts, so I decided a tutorial was in order! This is where I admit my first two attempts at making homemade mayo were epic fails. Mayo is actually super easy to make and takes literally 30 seconds, but if conditions are not right…
Sweet Potato Tacos with Grain Free Herbed Tortillas!
One of the things I learned while on my January Whole 30 was that I don’t tolerate grains very well. But 30 days of no grains meant 30 days of no tortillas. Which also taught me that I can’t live forever without tortillas, after all Mexican food is a staple around here. So I needed…
Salted Caramel Brownies!
OH. MY. GOODNESS. Sometimes a combination of flavors just sends me right to food heaven. These Salted Caramel Brownies are just such a combination. Browned butter, dark chocolate, buttercream frosting, caramel and sea salt! (This post contains affiliate links via my association with Amazon.com) Now I am going to tell you something amazing… ….these brownies…
If You Like It Then You Better Put an Egg On It!
I have to say these days I will throw an egg on just about anything; pastas, salads, veggies, burgers, even soups! They add beauty and flavor to almost any dish. (This post contains affiliate links. See full disclosure at bottom of page) The Redemption of The Egg! Yes, after 40 years of vilifying eggs…
The Citrus Sparkler Non-Alcoholic Party Drink!
Special occasions need to be celebrated. And there is no occasion more special than welcoming a new baby into the world! I recently threw my daughter a baby shower. The party was lovely. We had perfect weather, delightful company, delicious food, and the drinks were festive, colorful and refreshing! I call this ‘The Citrus Sparkler’….
Whole 30 With Me in March!
When I decided to lead a Whole 30 group in January it was because for the first time in my life I felt my age. In the last few months of 2015 I had daily aches and pains, sinus congestion, lots of headaches and felt tired all the time. This was a new experience for…
15 Minute Beet and Citrus Salad Crostini
Many people enjoy beets but say they would use them in recipes more often if they didn’t take so long to prepare. I’ve got that problem solved with this ’15 Minute Beet and Citrus Salad Crostini!’ Gorgeous greens, cooked beets, tangerines and toasted baguette spread with goat cheese, all drizzled with a Sweet Tangerine Vinaigrette!…
A Few of My Favorite Things~December 2015
It is time for a Few of my Favorite Things! This month is a little different than my usual ‘favorites from around the world wide web’. Being that it is the season for giving (and getting) I will be sharing my personal favorite gift ideas! (this post contains affiliate links, see disclosure at bottom of…
Grass Fed Top Sirloin with White Wine Reduction!
I always love my job. But like most people I love my job more on some days than others. For instance, days when I get to make and eat Grass Fed Top Sirloin with Caramelized Shallots and a White Wine Reduction! (I include a Whole 30 option as well.) (This post contains affiliate links. I…
