I love making my own marinara sauce. There’s just something about the combination of fresh ingredients and the way the kitchen smells as the sauce simmers on the stove that gets me every time. But let’s face it. Sometimes, despite our best intentions, life happens and there is simply no time for...
Have you hopped on the spiralizing bandwagon yet? If not, it’s time. Spiralizing is so easy, and is a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your diet. And if you’re looking for a twist on the standard zucchini pasta dish, Cranberry Orange Zucchini Pasta is a great place...
Wow, it’s been a busy week. During weeks like this, I turn to recipes that are quick and easy to prepare. Recipes that I’ve prepared time and time again. Homemade pizza is one of my favorites. It’s so easy to make, and is a great alternative to delivery and/or frozen pizza. And our favorite...
I remember the first time I received eggplant in my CSA basket. I’m pretty sure I had never tasted eggplant before, let alone tried to prepare it. I was at a complete loss. So I did what I do whenever I receive something new in my basket: I began to...
Prior to moving to California, we lived in Chicago for nine years. We lived in a neighborhood we loved, filled with amazing restaurants and we definitely had our favorites. But when family and friends came to visit, it was often challenging to find a restaurant that everyone could agree upon. As a...