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
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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
Lavender Simple Syrup
Lavender simple syrup can be used seamlessly in cocktails, mocktails or coffee drinks. It's easier to make at home than you think! Oh, lavender. Making drinks with a homemade lavender simple syrup has been a huge life upgrade for me in the last year. I hate to sound dramatic but I seriously look forward to making it, gifting it, … [Read more...] about Lavender Simple Syrup
Carrot Cake Loaf
Making a carrot cake loaf is the best way to enjoy the classic flavors that you love without all the fuss of an actual cake. This one is finished with a lovely and totally irresistible orange cinnamon cream cheese frosting. You won't be able to stop sneaking tastes of it! So I've been known to carrot cake just about everything but this year … [Read more...] about Carrot Cake Loaf
Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry
Butternut squash chickpea curry is a vibrant vegan dinner to pull you through the dark days of winter. It's bright, cozy, full of vegetables and satisfies just about every craving. What are we cooking right now? I feel like it's a strange "in-between" of winter and spring and while I'm still loving warm dishes, I'm also starting to crave some … [Read more...] about Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry
Kale Crunch Salad
We all need a go-to kale crunch salad in our life! This one has the perfect amount of bite from pepitas and apples, plus a chili vinaigrette that pulls everything together. I can't believe I don't already have a kale salad recipe on this site! It's as much of a staple in my house as the perfect smoothie or my favorite baked oatmeal (both of … [Read more...] about Kale Crunch Salad
Greek Chicken and Potatoes
This Greek chicken and potatoes features some of my favorite flavors like tomatoes, olives, feta and dill. The prep time is minimal so it's a great choice for weeknights. Bonus: only one pan to clean! If you love a sheet pan meal as much as I do, you will adore this one that checks all of the most important boxes. We've got lean protein, … [Read more...] about Greek Chicken and Potatoes
Miso Butter Salmon Bowl
Miso butter salmon cooks ultra fast when cut bite-sized and seared in a skillet. Hot honey adds just the right amount of sweetness, which also helps you achieve that beautiful caramelization on the edges. I'm back with another bowl recipe and holy moly it's a winner! Fluffy basmati rice, crispy and buttery salmon bites, fresh vegetables and a … [Read more...] about Miso Butter Salmon Bowl
Peanut Chicken, Sweet Potato & Spinach Soup
Peanut chicken soup may seem unconventional at first, but trust me when I say this is one flavor combination you won't regret trying! It's satisfying and nutritious with plenty of healthful fats from the peanut butter. If you were to ask me which recipe of mine has resulted in the most positive feedback, this one is definitely a top … [Read more...] about Peanut Chicken, Sweet Potato & Spinach Soup
Zucchini Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
Baked oatmeal is a comforting and healthy make-ahead breakfast option for busy weeks and is great for a crowd! This zucchini-studded version is reminiscent of warm banana bread and is just slightly sweet. How do we feel about baked oatmeal? Personally I'm such a big fan because as an oat-lover, this is the ultimate hack for making it even more … [Read more...] about Zucchini Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal