Every once in a while, maybe once a month or so, I cook something that is so delicious that it makes me declare, “I would serve this at my restaurant.” Now, I definitely do not own a restaurant, nor have plans to open one. But, I probably should own a restaurant, because I’m pretty sure … Continue reading »
Hey guys! Today I wanted to share with you a recipe for one of my very favorite go-to summer side dish recipes. Anytime I want a no-fail, easy, fresh summer side dish, this Dilled Potato Salad with Feta is one of my favorite go-tos. And bonus: it can be made ahead of time, making it … Continue reading »
I’m always looking for new easy and healthy side dish recipes. My standard go-tos are roasted brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, steamed asparagus or broccoli, and creamed spinach. For this recipe, I dressed up plain ol’ frozen broccoli and canned corn and made them into something special. Just a few easy ingredients – Meijer brand, for … Continue reading »
For the last several months, I have read in multiple sources that research has shown that a calorie isn’t a calorie. Not all calories are created equal. I read several healthy cooking magazines, such as Cooking Light and Eating Well, and this has been a hot topic as of late. While I’m no registered dietitian, … Continue reading »
I’ve a lovely pair of dinner recipes for you today, courtesy of my favorite healthy recipe source: Cooking Light! A side and an entrée, which pair together perfectly. Let’s start with the side. Alternatively this makes also makes a great meatless lunch (I can tell you from experience, as that is exactly what I made … Continue reading »
Hey guys, how you doin’? Buckwheat’s doing well. Thriving, clearly. Keeping nice ‘n’ chunky as winter wears on. Gosh I love Ann Arbor squirrels. Mervin, well, Mervin’s has seen better days. He is a fighter. Me? Well, I’m doing quite well. Spent some time with the fam this weekend, and celebrated my dad’s birthday, which … Continue reading »
I do love me a big ol’ salad for dinner. I’m not talking about a wimpy bowl of leaves. I’m talking about a giant heaping plate of goodness – grains and proteins and tons of veggies with homemade dressing. Mama Pea refers to them as “Hugh Jass” salads. Homemade croutons are a good start. Wicked … Continue reading »
Hey folks! How is your Wednesday going? I’ve been walking around all day chugging Emergen-C, spraying Oust in the air, and frantically slathering my hands with hand sanitizer like a madwoman. Soon I will quarantine myself in our guest bedroom for the night. Between the sick people at work (seriously, GO HOME!) and a sick … Continue reading »
