It has been years since I’ve made a homemade pie, maybe since pastry school. These days all of my effort is put into savory food and it’s a treat (pun intended đ ) to make a dessert every so often. Fresh cherries are in season and this is what I’m bringing to a friend’s July 4th party. … Continue reading Sour Cherry Deep Dish Pie
Summer Salad
Everyone needs a go-to refreshing summer salad recipe when it gets hot out. This is mine that’s sure to wow a crowd. It’s sweet and slightly bitter which compliments any dish that comes as the main course. When I was coming up with recipe I was trying to find a veggie that pops. I really … Continue reading Summer Salad
Truffled Asparagus Tart
I’ve been wanting to make this beautifully simple gruyere asparagus tart recipe for a while now. Houston Tidbits asked to do collaboration with me and Whole Foods and I just couldn’t pass it up. This was the perfect time to tweak this recipe to be even better than it is. If you’re looking for a … Continue reading Truffled Asparagus Tart
Easy Tostadas
Happy Cinco de Mayo!! In honor of this fab holiday, I’m sharing one of my super quick go to meals. My tostadas are kind of like one big nacho. This healthy recipe is easily Gluten Free, Kosher, Vegan and Vegetarian (I have no cheese on it but it can be added đ ) Check out … Continue reading Easy Tostadas
Baked Stuffed Artichokes
I have to admit, I have been a little intimidated by the cook time of artichokes. I like quick and easy cooking but this was a nice little challenge. Growing up my mom would steam them for an hour or so. I just remember it taking so long and then there wasn’t much to eat after … Continue reading Baked Stuffed Artichokes
Tour de Cali
Two weeks ago I met my husband in LA. I met him during his 2nd week working there (tough life) and we did a little traveling to central California. We rode along the PCH and I have to recommend it to everyone. It’s just so incredibly gorgeous. I want to live in Cali đ The moment … Continue reading Tour de Cali
Blueberry Crumb Bars
On most mornings, I drink my healthy smoothie but sometimes I just want something sweet that resembles a muffin. That’s how I came up with these crumb bars. They’re maybe more like a dessert but sufficient enough for breakfast, in my opinion. They have a great spice blend with a hint of cardamom. I really like … Continue reading Blueberry Crumb Bars
Peanut Butter Ganache Cookie Sandwiches
The other day I got a call to make a yellow cake with milk chocolate frosting. It had been a while since I’ve made chocolate frosting since I’ve been on my whipped cream cheese kick. It’s literally the best thing I’ve tasted and maybe needed a break from it. I messaged a fellow chef/mentor of … Continue reading Peanut Butter Ganache Cookie Sandwiches
Oklahoma
Last weekend my husband and I went to Oklahoma City for a special college friends wedding. Neither of us had ever been to Oklahoma before but we got some advice before we left. Another good friend of mine is from this town and said hands down we needed to try an onion burger from Tucker’s. … Continue reading Oklahoma
How to Poach an Egg and Serve it 3 Ways
I did another part of the Cooking 101 Series with Sugar and Cloth. Have you ever wondered how to make a poached egg? There are just a few tips and tricks to learn but you’ll get it in no time! Head over to her blog and check out our post. All of the beautiful photos … Continue reading How to Poach an Egg and Serve it 3 Ways