When I was a kid, we had a cluster of wild asparagus growing in our back yard. I used to sneak out and eat it right out of the ground. It was so crisp and fresh. Every time Spring rolls around I think of that wild asparagus, so I’m making a fresh asparagus salad in…
If you’re hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, biking, etc. you may not have access to a pantry or a kitchen, but that doesn’t mean you have to eat beef jerky and trail mix all day. You can still have the benefit of a “home-cooked” meal, without having to pack a picnic basket and silverware. Versus:…
For those of you looking for a gluten-free alternative to the everyday PB & J, this makes a great stand-in. Especially if you’re allergic to PB. Be aware, though, that if you pack it in your kid’s lunch, you might need to send an extra napkin. It’s quite juicy. But it is delicious, and fairly healthy too! This…
These will be the hit of any party. They’re playful, colorful, and delicious! And they’re easy to make. You can also use red cherry tomatoes, but I find the yellow sunbursts have a sweeter accent to them that makes a nice compliment to the cucumber. Save Print Cucumber Basil Sandwich Prep time: 10 mins…
This sandwich will blow your freaking mind. It is so good, you might need to eat it alone so no one hears you groaning. And it’s gluten free! No bread. At all. The “bread” is slices of roasted sweet potato! And in the center, you’ve got avocado, tomato, and arugula. I saw the arugula in the…
Introducing the distinguished pomegranate and the illustrious avocado…and here the twain shall meet. If you have not tried this daring duo, I highly encourage you to do so. Your mouth will water. This recipe has such a perfect mixture of sweet, tart, and salty, you’ll wonder how you could have gone all this time without knowing about it. And the…
When I was a kid my mom used to make homemade ketchup and I loved it. This recipe (adapted from food.com) is the closest thing I could find to her recipe, and it’s delish! It’ll bring you back and make you feel like a kid again–when there was no such thing as corn syrup in ketchup!…
This is a fun way to make vegetables more palatable for the lil’ guys. And for those of you with preschoolers, this recipe doubles as a perfect hands-on activity. It’s easy to make and involves dipping things, pushing buttons and scooping ingredients. My four-year-old not only loved helping, but she loved eating it too! We’ll…
This recipe has been adapted slightly from Emiril Legassy’s “Perfect French Fries” from the foodnetwork.com. And when I say “adapted” what I really mean is “dumbed down” since I don’t have a candy thermometer, a tea cloth, or peanut oil. And I don’t like to peel my potatoes. But these are yummy. Especially if you…
Keep those pop tarts and store-bought freezer waffles on the shelf! These instant waffles take 30 minutes to make in bulk on a Saturday, and they are a lot healthier and much more filling. And your kids will love them! You will be throwing oatmeal, blueberries, and whole grains down their throats without as much as a protest….
