Whipped goat cheese is a quick and easy appetizer that will wow your guests! It has just six ingredients and a prep time of ten minutes. Everyone will go nuts over this one. Is it too early to be thinking about holiday menus? Because I certainly can't get this one out of my mind. Goat cheese and cream cheese are blended together with hot honey … [Read more...] about Whipped Goat Cheese
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Cantaloupe Salad
This is a cantaloupe salad studded with cool cucumber chunks, salty feta cheese, lot's of fresh mint and lime juice. It's a great no-lettuce salad option for summer! Cantaloupe! In salad! Oh, I could eat this every day (and I most-likely will be for the foreseeable future). In my experience late summer traditionally brings stone fruit … [Read more...] about Cantaloupe Salad
Glow Bowls
This glow bowl is vibrant and will make you feel like you're glowing from the inside out! It's packed with whole grains, fresh seasonal produce, lean protein and healthy fats. Enjoy it in the peak of summer and don't forget the luscious basil sauce finish. We're big grain bowl fans in my house - OK well mostly me, ha! It's the one meal I … [Read more...] about Glow Bowls
Fresh Strawberry Crisp
Fresh strawberry crisp is a delightful, healthyish summer dessert. The sweeter your berries, the less sugar you need to add. Enjoy this beautiful, seasonal treat at all of your summer social events! Think you aren't a baker? Think again. Fresh berry crisp is such a quintessential summer treat and it couldn't be easier to make. With a 10 minute … [Read more...] about Fresh Strawberry Crisp
Dill Pickle Potato Salad
Dill pickle potato salad is the perfect punchy and flavorful twist on a classic. A homemade dill pickle ranch coats pillowy fingerling potatoes for an irresistible summer side dish. Pickle-lovers will go crazy for this! Can we get some love for potato salad? It's one of my favorite summer side dishes, with the caveat that there's a little … [Read more...] about Dill Pickle Potato Salad
Vegetarian Strawberry Cobb Salad
Vegetarian strawberry cobb is a summer salad that will absolutely become a new favorite! It's a reimagined version of a classic cobb featuring ripe and juicy strawberries, cornbread croutons and an herbaceous green goddess dressing. It is officially salad season in my house and OMG I am in love with this one. Whoever said salad isn't a meal … [Read more...] about Vegetarian Strawberry Cobb Salad
Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Veggies
Who doesn't love a good sheet pan meal? Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Veggies is reminiscent of classic sausage and peppers but without the bun. A lemony basil aioli adds the perfect pop of brightness. Lately I can't get enough sheet pan meals in my life. It's one thing to think about (no managing multiple pots/pans/bowls), one thing to clean, … [Read more...] about Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Veggies
Spicy Peanut Noodles
Spicy peanut noodles are one of the fastest meals you can throw together while also maintaining that feeling of something special at dinner. Crunchy snap peas add a wonderful textural component and a pop of color. Spicy, saucy noodles are some of my all-time favorite meals. If I was only cooking for myself, I could eat something like this … [Read more...] about Spicy Peanut Noodles
Spring Harvest Farro Salad
Spring harvest farro salad is inspired by one of my favorite local Denver restaurants, Ester’s Neighborhood Pub. Basically all of the best spring ingredients (strawberries! asparagus! fennel!) are tossed with nutty farro and a creamy sweet dressing and it is just so beautiful. Oh, this salad! This is my favorite kind of food to eat on the … [Read more...] about Spring Harvest Farro Salad
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
This lavender lemonade cocktail is refreshing, floral and just sweet enough to be special. It's the perfect drink to serve for all of your spring special occasions. Make it a mocktail with some easy substitutions. In my opinion it's just not spring until I pour myself a cold beverage and sit outside on the deck to enjoy it for the first time … [Read more...] about Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
Pistachio Pesto
Pistachio pesto is such a lovely twist on the classic! The pistachios add a mild sweetness to balance out the sometimes bitter notes. Toss the pesto with your favorite pasta, brush it on grilled vegetables or dollop on pizza. Pesto is one of those foods that just feels darn-near perfect. There are so many ways to serve it that you could eat … [Read more...] about Pistachio Pesto