There are several staples in our arsenal of grilling recipes but when the salmon are running, Grilled Salmon Fillet with Cucumber Dill Sauce goes to the top of
Mushroom and Kale Grilled Cheese
Cheese. Cheese. Cheese. Oh, and can I get a side of cheese with that please? My day yesterday was a cheese lover's-cheesehead-dream sandwiched between slices
German Chocolate Brownies In a Jar
It's no secret for anyone who knows me that I am a chocolate girl when it comes to sweets. I have no problem passing up a Sour Patch Kid or Cherry-flavored
Grilled Artichokes with Garlic Butter
This weekend is a biggie for one 8-year-old about to be 9-year-old in our house. Birthday time! If you’ve followed be for very long, you know my daughter
S’mores in a Jar
Looking down at my calendar, I’m stunned to see it’s already Friday. The week has flewwwn by, thanks to lots of catch up after a great trip to Monterey earlier
Quinoa and Burrata Caprese Salad and 8 Favorite Whole Food Blogs
Everyone's favorite caprese salad with tomatoes, basil, and creamy burrata cheese gets a protein boost thanks to the addition of healthy quinoa. There
Chocolate Cream Pie
This easy chocolate cream pie is smooth, rich, and decadent, and a timeless classic the whole family will love. I consider myself more of a cook than a
Sticky Glazed Asian Ham
Infused with fresh ginger, star anise, and cloves, this Asian-inspired ham is packed with amazing flavor, and lacquered in a sweet, sticky honey, orange, and
Strawberry Bruschetta Grilled Cheese
It was that sock that sat right in the middle of the floor for over a week. And her flip-flops that were haphazardly strewn about the living room along with a
Spring Vegetable Gnocchi
Before I talk about today's recipe, I want to send my heartfelt thoughts to those that were affected by the bombing yesterday at the Boston Marathon finish
Cobb Grilled Cheese
Okay, okay, I know. This grilled cheese is much more than just cheese. It’s a cacophony of flavors. Fresh, California-esque flavors packed and stacked into the
Roasted Artichokes with Chorizo Dressing and an Artichoke Recipe Round-Up
I look forward to this time of year, all year long. That may not make sense when you read it but try saying it out loud. Loud and proud. There you go. See, it
Quinoa and Avocado Chimichurri Salad for Food Bloggers Against Hunger
One out of every two children is on some sort of food assistance today. Families are living on a daily food budget of three dollars a day for an entire family.
Stewed Chicken Tacos
These slow cooked chicken tacos simmer away in a mixture of beer, dried New Mexican chiles, and other aromatics until super tender and shreddable, for the
Mini Blue Cheese Balls
So, say someone was going to an Easter brunch and needed a little something to contribute to the feast of the bunnies. Something a little savory, easy to whip
Burrata and Roasted Asparagus and Tomato Salad
You won't find any lettuce in this mouthwatering Mediterranean-inspired salad with fresh burrata, roasted asparagus and tomatoes, toasted French bread, and
Roasted Butternut Squash Butter Lettuce Salad with Spicy Avocado Dressing
Let’s talk about getting skinny. Ugh. The worst. Maybe we shouldn't. It’s been a winter of cocooning, hibernating and grazing. What else is one to do when
Chicken Divan Macaroni and Cheese
It's been a bit of a pasta week around here, so let's end it with a favorite. I was asked a to contribute to Wisconsin Cheese's 30 Days 30 Ways with
Game Day Chicken Nachos with Avocado
These loaded chicken nachos are my version of the perfect nachos. They've got all the essential fixings, they're great for a crowd, and are always a hit at
Avocado Tacos
These fried avocado tacos are easy to make and loaded with awesome flavor from crispy fried avocados and corn tortillas, beans, cotija cheese, tomatoes,
Balsamic Skirt Steak Salad with Stone Fruit
I just stepped out of the orchard. No, I mean literally, I just stepped out of the orchard. Today I stepped out of a van, into a picturesque Oregon orchard,
Chocolate Cherry Scones with Saffron
Whether he's giving us multiple reasons to drool as he leads us on a visual culinary tour of some of his favorite eating establishments or sharing the bounty of
Salmon and Bagel Egg Benedict for Mother’s Day Brunch
While writing this I can overhear my husband singing along to Pete Townsend. It's not the expected rendition of one of the The Who's famously loud and
Meyer Lemon Tart and a Recipe Round-up
When life gives you lemons, make...something sweet. I've always been a big fan of lemons and their pucker power: Lemon meringue was my favorite flavor of pie
Girl Scout Thin Mint Mini Pies Plus Girl Scout Cookie Recipes
I was never a Girl Scout. I guess I either didn’t make the cut, or I just had my fill with being a Brownie, the lower tier in the scouting world. Brownies were
Puff Pastry with Sabayon Custard and Strawberries
Tender, buttery puff pastry hearts mingle with a rich, marsala wine-infused sabayon and fresh strawberries for a sophisticated version of pudding. I just
Stuffed Pasilla Peppers
These authentic Pasilla peppers are stuffed with a zesty, cheesy mixture and then roasted in the oven for the most delicious vegetarian main or side dish. I