We just celebrated our fourth wedding anniversary and it caused me to reflect on our early days of marriage, living in Portland in late spring, early summer. I made us breakfast most mornings - just like I do now - and we'd sit and talk with the windows open before getting to ... Read more →
Coconut Cream Pie French Toast
The other day I was running on the treadmill in our apartment gym and I flipped on the Food Network - literally the only channel I watch TV for. Lucky for me the show on at the time was all about the best foods featured chefs had ever made. The recipe that immediately caught my ... Read more →
Grilled Almond Butter, Dark Chocolate, & Pomegranate Sandwich
If you could just give me a moment...alone with this sandwich, I'd appreciate it. Hubba hubba. ... Read more →
Creamy Eggplant & Caramelized Onion Dip
Once upon a time I thought hummus and pita was the only known dip alternative to chips and salsa. But then John's aunt Nadia took us to an authentic Persian restaurant in San Diego where I was introduced to the wonder that is Persian Eggplant dip, also known as kashkeh ... Read more →
Apple French Toast Bake
Wow, I don't even know where to start with this french toast... It was inspired by my Pumpkin French Toast Bake. It is perfect for fall. It is INSANELY delicious - crispy, tender, gooey, satisfying. It's packed with cinnamon-sugar apples. It requires just 7 ... Read more →
Easy Homemade Wheat Bread
The first time I attempted real homemade bread was with my 7-Ingredient Muesli Bread recipe. I was so thrilled with how it turned out I decided to try it again, only this time with whole grains. Mmmm, I love me some whole grains. ... Read more →
Whipped Bleu Cheese Bites with Balsamic Reduction
Hey! I made a super simple appetizer that will trick all your friends into thinking you're a gourmet chef - seriously. I'm sharing the recipe here and over at Iowa Girl Eats this week! Check out Kristin's post for the full story behind the recipe and lots more photos. Plus, I ... Read more →