I like to pretend I’m Italian. I like to pretend I’m living on a Tuscan farm. On that farm, I’m growing my own fruit, picking my own vegetables, and sun bathing in my beautiful garden. I like to pretend these things are reality…before I put on my winter coat, scarf, hat, and gloves and trudgeContinueContinue reading “Mediterranean Farro Salad”
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Mini Frittatas with Sausage, Spinach, and Gruyere
There’s something about a warm breakfast during the winter months, especially on a weekday. I sit at the kitchen table, eat my breakfast, sip a cup of tea, and get prepared for the day. It beats the socks off waking up, maybe eating cereal or a breakfast bar, and running out the door. IContinueContinue reading “Mini Frittatas with Sausage, Spinach, and Gruyere”
Roasted Vegetable Soup
Should I struggle to find the words to describe this simple, luxuriously healthy soup? Nope. Let’s get right into how awesome and easy it is. High in flavor and low in effort. At the end of the day, isn’t that what we all aspire towards? This soup achieves both. Combine a variety of roastedContinueContinue reading “Roasted Vegetable Soup”
Crock Pot Apple Butter
I live on the windiest corner in Chicago. Seriously. Those pictures you’ve seen of people walking at a 45 degree angle, fighting the wind with hats and scarfs flying through the air? Those pictures were taken outside my apartment! Earlier this week the high temperature was -15 degrees F, -40 if you include windchill. ThinkContinueContinue reading “Crock Pot Apple Butter”
Crock Pot Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps
Plenty of vibrant colors and flavors in this dish. Plenty of healthy components as well. Even picky eaters can navigate this deliciousness. If you’ve read any of my previous posts, you know one of my favorite characteristics in a dish is versatility. Well, this baby’s got versatility! Delicious versatility. A full house, lots ofContinueContinue reading “Crock Pot Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps”
Cucumber, Whipped Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomato Bites
Are you looking for an easy, festive, and unique appetizer to serve at your holiday party? Of course you are. Everyone is! Well, look no further. Cucumber, Whipped Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomato Bites are here! The whipped feta is the star of this dish. I could eat it by the spoonful! I love theContinueContinue reading “Cucumber, Whipped Feta, and Sun-Dried Tomato Bites”
Pumpkin Maple Granola
“Maybe Christmas, perhaps, doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas…perhaps…means a little bit more!” Dr. Seuss was clearly writing about granola. The boxed, store bought stuff just doesn’t do it for me. Homemade granola, on the other hand? Well, it does indeed mean more. MUCH more. I love this recipe because itContinueContinue reading “Pumpkin Maple Granola”
Arugula Salad with Butternut Squash, Prosciutto, and Goat Cheese
Butternut squash in my salad tonight? Yes. Yes please. When in season, butternut squash frequents my oven at least once a week. It’s inexpensive, flavorful, and oh so versatile. I prefer to cube it, roast it, toss it with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and eat it by the bowlfuls. Another favorite delivery method of mineContinueContinue reading “Arugula Salad with Butternut Squash, Prosciutto, and Goat Cheese”
Southwestern Chicken Soup
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, I’m a soup girl! I make homemade soup once a week. Call me obsessed, go ahead, I won’t be offended…just make sure to be truthful and call yourself jealous at the same time. Soup is the quintessential one pot meal. Healthy, comforting, and delicious…every time. ContinueContinue reading “Southwestern Chicken Soup”
Tabbouleh Pasta Salad
When Autumn arrives, I find myself eating chili, soup, or a rich pasta sauce. Maybe something slow cooked or braised in my oven. All perfect to eat in the fall … all foods we love. With that said, I was in need of a slight flavor change this week. Something fresh, and light. IContinueContinue reading “Tabbouleh Pasta Salad”
Emily Always Cooks 