Note: I was sent a copy of Slow Cooked Paleo by Bailey Fischer. Opinions are mine alone. On weekends, I do my best to prepare some meals for the week. Typically, that means dinners, but every now and … [Read more...]
Maple Bacon Cupcakes
Note: I received a bottle of Nielsen-Massey's Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract in order to write this post. All opinions are mine alone. #BetterYourBake How is it already nearly October? Every … [Read more...]
Smores Cookies
Note: I was sent OXO's 8-Piece POP Container Baking Set in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. Have you picked up on my love of S'mores yet? :) As a city girl, I don't get the … [Read more...]
Tahini Millionaire Bars
Before I share the recipe for these absolutely amazing Tahini Millionaire Bars, I first wanted to describe what a traditional Millionaire Bar is. Millionaire Bars, or Millionaire Shortbread, are … [Read more...]
Cranberry Pistachio Zucchini Bread
I haven't the faintest idea who decided to put zucchini into bread (and the internet really wasn't much help), but I'm happy they did. At first blush, it seems like an odd choice. But the zucchini in … [Read more...]
Breakfast Guacamole
Note: This post is sponsored by Pete and Gerry's Organic Eggs. All opinions are mine alone. Eggs are a big part of my cooking repertoire: they are a great source of healthy fats, protein, vitamins … [Read more...]
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies
Not going to lie. I never thought I'd post a recipe for lactation cookies on my blog. (And no, I haven't hidden the pregnancy and birth of my first child from you. I made a batch of these cookies, or … [Read more...]
Mandu (Korean Dumplings)
A few weeks ago, I became an aunt! My sister and brother-in-laws are new parents to a beautiful baby girl. My husband went up to visit them recently, so I sent him up with some frozen food options to … [Read more...]
Eggplant Meatballs
The end of April can mean only one thing, Flavors on the Avenue is almost here! Held the last Sunday of every April, Flavors on the Avenue is one of my favorite annual events. The food festival is … [Read more...]
Harira (Moroccan Lamb, Tomato, Chickpea, and Lentil Soup)
Harira is a wonderfully filling and hearty soup originally from Morocco. It can be made with many different ingredients (and can be made vegetarian), but it's typically made with lamb, chicken, or … [Read more...]
Italian Fig Cookies (Cuccidati)
Tomorrow, March 19th, is the Feast of St. Joseph, an important feast day in Italy or more specifically, Sicily. St. Joseph is particularly important to Sicilians, because he is credited with … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Cookies
I don't eat many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches these days. But on the rare occasion that I make myself one, I'm in heaven. There are few combinations as good as sweet jelly and salty peanut … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Pancakes with Brown Butter Pecans
Note: I was sent a box of Krusteaz Buttermilk Protein Pancake & Flapjack Mix in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. Happy National Pancake Day! Also known as Shrove Tuesday, … [Read more...]
Citrus Poppy Seed Pound Cake
My mom's birthday was earlier this week and I wanted to make her a treat to celebrate. She might be citrus' biggest fan, so I knew I had to incorporate a couple of citrus components into it. This … [Read more...]
Black Eyed Peas Hash with Chorizo and Eggs
NOTE: I was sent a Deiss 5-Piece Nylon Utensil Set in order to write this post and host a giveaway. All opinions are mine alone. Happy New Year! There are a bunch of food traditions for New Year's … [Read more...]
