If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you might have picked up on my obsession with pumpkin and butternut squash. I attempt to limit my gourd intake to the September and October months, but … [Read more...]
Chilled Creamy Cucumber Soup
Cucumbers are everywhere right now, and as much as I love just eating them raw, I thought it might be a nice change to try to use them cooked. Cucumber soup, chilled, sounds oh so refreshing doesn’t … [Read more...]
Gemelli with Yellow Squash Zucchini and Basil
One of my favorite parts of the CSA share is having a plethora of zucchini and summer squash at my disposal. I love these ingredients with a simple pasta, so I was happy to come across a Martha … [Read more...]
TIP #1 for T-fal’s Healthy Summer Challenge, Eat More Vegetables
Today is my first of five different blog posts over the summer with a resolution on how to eat healthier. T-fal is hosting a 2012 Healthy Summer Challenge where I and five other bloggers will work … [Read more...]
Lemon Earl Grey Squares
My sister and dad have their birthdays within 2 days of each other. And this year, my mom was away on Mother's Day so we didn't get to celebrate. So when I went home to celebrate the birthdays of my … [Read more...]
Shrimp Florentine Pasta
My boyfriend is allergic to shrimp. And I swear knowledge of this allergy makes me inexplicably crave shrimp. All. The. Time. So I wait for weekdays to make shrimp as much as my little heart desires. … [Read more...]
Lemon-Blueberry Scones
When a friend put in a special request for scones, I was up for the challenge. I've never made scones before, and I honestly wasn't sure how they'd turn out. One of the issues is the definition of a … [Read more...]
Coconut Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Muffins are the perfect Sunday baking activity to set yourself up for breakfasts throughout the week. I haven't made a batch in so long so I'm happy I finally had time to do so! I was given the … [Read more...]
Rigatoni with Halibut Tomato and Basil
This recipe for Rigatoni with Halibut Tomato and Basil is loosely adapted from Marc Vetri's cookbook, Rustic Italian Food. Last Friday, I went to Vetri for the first time. And it was hands down the … [Read more...]
Berries and Cream in Vanilla Dessert Cups
Berries and Cream in Vanilla Dessert Cups is the perfect quick dessert for guests, or just to fulfill a sweet tooth in a pinch. I found the vanilla dessert cups in Whole Foods and immediately knew I … [Read more...]
Grilled Salmon and Brown Butter Couscous
Salmon and couscous were just made for each other, don't you think? They are also the perfect choices for a weeknight meal, you're sure to get food on the table in no time. Cooking Light's latest … [Read more...]
Grilled Tomato Orzo Salad in a Tomato Bowl
We have been having such a warm spring in Philadelphia. So if the weather is going to pretend it is summer, I will as well! To me, summer means tomatoes, corn, pesto, pasta salad, and of course, … [Read more...]
Smoked Salmon Crisps
Can you tell I really like the Kitchen Table Bakers Parmesan Crisps? When I first heard of the crisps, I wanted to make an appetizer with smoked salmon, creme fraiche, and dill. The rosemary crisps … [Read more...]
Strawberry Banana Stuffed French Toast
It's spring! And spring means (among other things) that strawberries are back in season. So what better way to use them than for a delicious weekend brunch? This Strawberry Banana Stuffed French Toast … [Read more...]
White Bean Hummus
Have you ever had a craving for something that you just can't shake? Even after eating? I desperately wanted hummus. And even after filling up on delicious pizza I still wanted that hummus. But I … [Read more...]