Roasted Tomato Rigatoni Pasta with Mozzarella
This Roasted Tomato Rigatoni Pasta with Mozzarella is a simple pasta dish the whole family will love, perfect for using summer's tomatoes. We are approaching the fun part of summer. Tomatoes, herbs,...
View ArticleHow To: DIY Homemade Taco Seasoning
This DIY Homemade Taco Seasoning is a simple blend of fiery spices that will liven up your favorite Mexican dishes - whether it be beef tacos, chicken fajitas, burritos or taco salads. There is...
View ArticleWatermelon Agua Fresca
This simple combination of watermelon, cold water, and lime juice transforms into a delightful Watermelon Agua Fresca without additional sugar. Perfect for summer sipping, to use up an excess of...
View ArticleHow To: Garlic Scapes 2 Ways
You might be wondering: What are garlic scapes? Garlic scapes are the stalks that grow out of the hardneck garlic plant and flower. In late spring and early summer, you can find them at farmers'...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Short Rib Ragu with Polenta and Wilted Greens
This Slow Cooker Short Rib Ragu with Polenta and Wilted Greens is the perfect dinner to serve when you have a bunch of people swinging over for dinner, or when you want to have a fancy-feeling meal...
View ArticleTomato, Beet and Zucchini Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
This Heirloom Tomato, Beet and Zucchini Salad with Basil Vinaigrette is a wonderful late summer salad, perfect for taking advantage of all the abundant produce around us right now. This time of year,...
View ArticleMixed Berry Buckle
After making this Mixed Berry Buckle, I will never go back to making cakes or pies in the summer again. This recipe is the perfect summer dessert to use up fresh berries that are in season. A buckle is...
View ArticleWhat I Ate {#28}
New to my What I Ate Series? Today, I’m sharing a recap of my summer through a general life update, the restaurants I’ve visited, and casual snacks and meals I’ve made. I have not been the best at...
View ArticleBalsamic Grilled Chicken
This Balsamic Grilled Chicken is a new favorite dinner recipe from our backyard meals this summer. Take a few hours to marinate the chicken beforehand and it pays off in this juicy, nicely charred...
View ArticleSummer Arugula Salad with Peaches and Corn
This Summer Arugula Salad with Tomatoes, Peaches and Corn is a wonderful way to enjoy late summer's bounty as a main dish or side salad. The farmer's market is saying 'last call' on their juicy, sweet...
View ArticleWhole Wheat Zucchini Bread
This maple-sweetened Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread is the perfect veggie-loaded spice cake for breakfasts, snacks or dessert. I am so happy to be finally sharing this recipe with you, after countless...
View ArticleHow To: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
These 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars are a quick and cheap snack recipe, made with ingredients you have in your pantry and perfect for grabbing on the go. Sometimes I develop...
View ArticleRaisin Pecan Oat Scones
These Raisin Pecan Oat Scones are a wholesome breakfast treat, perfect for fall baking. Packed with oatmeal, yogurt, fruit and nuts, these drop scones are simple to pull together from ingredients in...
View ArticleRoasted Garlic and Pumpkin Bean Dip
This Roasted Garlic and Pumpkin Bean Dip is a healthy Halloween appetizer idea, perfect for enjoying with sliced veggies. I am a big fan of pumpkin puree, but sometimes I feel like we overemphasize...
View ArticleCrispy Brussels Sprouts with Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
Is there anything better than crispy Brussels sprouts? Today, on the Healthy Aperture blog for my Cooking in Season column, I am sharing my favorite technique for crispy edges and caramelized sprouts,...
View ArticleRoasted Green Beans with Lemon Herb Gremolata
These Roasted Green Beans with Lemon Herb Gremolata are an incredible side dish for fall and winter get togethers. Instead of doing another simple side of steamed green beans with garlic butter for...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Mulled Apple Cider
This Slow Cooker Mulled Apple Cider is the perfect hot beverage for the winter months. It's packed with spices and unfiltered apple juice, and can simmer on the stovetop or in the slow cooker for a few...
View ArticleNut Butter Cookie Bars
These Nut Butter Cookie Bars are a small batch treat made in a loaf pan, perfect for whipping up when the craving for a sweet baked treat arises. So... who wants a cookie? 'Tis the season for...
View ArticleEdible DIY: Lentil and Barley Soup Mix
The holidays have crept up on me once again, and I thought I would share another idea in my Edible DIY gift series! Today, I am sharing this super simple soup mix - packed with hearty lentils, barley...
View ArticleHow To: Roasted Garlic
Have you ever roasted garlic cloves in the oven? This simple technique creates a nutty, buttery garlic spread that is perfect for spreading on rustic bread or sandwiches, mixing into pasta, covering...
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