Spring has bloomed! And yet with all that’s been happening around the world, many of us missed it or didn’t celebrate it like we always do when the flowering trees once again brighten our days. At the first sight of tree’s flowering buds, I’m outside as much as the weather and time permits, taking walks…
Chocolate – Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream
Where most would say January felt long and dragged, I on the other hand felt it was long in every perfect way! The kind of slow and long that allowed time for work, free creative time, time for personal stuff and simple relaxing things like stitching, cooking, baking and reading. But February. Now, February has…
Soba Noodles in a Miso Sesame Broth with Toasted Edamame and Bok Choy
well this post has been stalled for the last two years. I’ve been meaning to post this recipe. honestly, and i wish i could say i have made this recipes and another batch of this heart hugging comforting bowl of noodles, but i pathetically haven’t. what is wrong with me?! plus here I went into…
3 Homemade Pizza Recipes that are Better than Takeout
Everyone loves Pizza! I think I’m with 99% of the world when I say that this is an undeniable fact, Pizza is an universally cherished meal. Even if you don’t like cheese, you still like some sort of version of pizza. And I know this because even though I don’t have children of my own,…
Peach & Raspberry Pandowdy
Oh sweet sweet summertime, you’re sadly coming to your end once again. Although summer isn’t over until the end of September, and even though I continue to ride the summer vibes until the east coast weather officially turns on us, for most Labor Day marks the unofficial end of this season, I love so much….
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Ice Cream | Vegan & Sugar Free
Since when do you ever hear anyone say they are craving Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Ice Cream that is dairy-free, refined sugar-free and vegan?? But I’m sure you will once you try this one! Be fair warned this ice cream may be vegan but it is still as addicting, full fat and richly creamy as…
Sweet & Savory Summer Fruit Salad
Nothing beats juicy ripe fresh summer fruits, like a chilled slice of watermelon on a hot sunny day or savoring a sweet like honey melon on a warm night gazing up at the starry summer sky. It’s one of the many reasons I love summer fruits, not only are they beyond delicious, they’re almost always…
Maple Pumpkin Granola
The days are getting shorter, the afternoon cooler, and the weekends are spent doing fun Fall activities like picking apples, watching football and carving pumpkins. This weather and season naturally makes you crave comfort, and there’s nothing cozier than a morning spent with your loved ones and adorable kiddos, baking a batch of this golden,…
Grilled Summer Squash and Corn Salad
What really is succotash? It’s a summer salad with a combination of butter beans, corn, summer and squash. Well it became the inspiration for this grilled summer squash corn salad, sans the beans. Like all the recipes I’m sharing this week, this is another easy one to make ahead. Grill up all the squash and…
Roasted Corn Black Bean Salsa
Summer parties aren’t quite the same without classic chips and dip. Yes, they’re staples and one of the easiest appetizers to grab for a last minute party, trip to the beach or boat ride on the lake. They’re also the kind of easy summer bite that you can make yourself. Homemade salsa and dips…
