I have a bit of an obsession with caramelized onions right now, so it’s only right that I showcase some of the dishes I have been adding them to. This Caramelized Onion and Dill Roasted Chicken Salad is so comforting and just might be the perfect lunch or dinner. If you make it from start…
When you think of exercise, you probably think of all the weight you’ll lose once you start on a program, but it’s time to stop thinking about exercise for weight loss and start thinking about it for health, longevity, and quality of life. When we think of exercise as simply a tool to burn body…
My kids aren’t in the kitchen too often these days. School and swim team take up the majority of their time. I like their weekends to be spent having fun with their friends. They love to create though and are often my sounding board when I’m trying to think of new recipes to create. I…
As the mom of 3 competitive swimmers, their everyday nutrition becomes more important and I work each day to make sure that they are receiving most of what they need – I use the word “most” because this feeding thing is hard, especially for kids who eat all.the.time. It is a challenge and sometimes, I…
Here’s a salad I never tire of. Apple, walnut, and blue cheese salad with balsamic vinaigrette is pretty much a perfect addition to any meal. We had this salad a few nights ago with BBQ and I was giddy with happiness at the addition of this salad and another farro salad. BBQ sides don’t have…
If you don’t like tomatoes, look away now. But really, how could you turn away from something so beautiful? If you’ve never had a caprese salad, take my advice: make one today! Ah, the summer tomato…Isn’t it interesting how varieties of tomatoes can taste so different? I always think so. The small ones are a little…
Goodness. It’s a good thing I made these before my children came home from school, because who knew they could love peanut butter balls so much. For something that looks so decadent, these are deceivingly easy to make. Dessert is dessert and it’s going to be sweet and it’s going to have sugar. Let’s just…
Have you ever heard of a blender muffin? Let me introduce you to the absolute easiest way to mix up a muffin batter. Everything goes into a blender, or a food processor and then into your muffin tin – bake and done! It really couldn’t be easier. I love these banana muffins for a few…