When I was in high school, one of my friends did a science fair experiment comparing the nutrients in store-bought vs fresh-squeezed orange juice. She took that puppy all the way to the state science fair. Science was never my favorite subject so I don't remember what exactly she measured or what the results were, but I do remember her raving about how tasty her homemade OJ was
Read MoreNormally my recipes aren't as butter-heavy as these biscuits (I used 2 cups!!), but using up all my butter was my most sustainable option this week. So, if you ever find yourself with an excess of butter, give these biscuits a try!
Read MoreAfter overcommitting my time and eating too many gingerbread cookies and tea ring rolls over the holidays, I knew I needed to make a quick, easy, and extra healthy recipe for the blog this week. Since it's been a little snowy and blowy here in the Midwest, I also wanted this week's recipe to be warm and hearty.
Read MoreHaving reached the end of a decade, it’s the perfect time to reflect on where the blog has been and where it’s going. This blog has been a creative outlet for me over the past year and a half and I am so grateful for all my readers and fans! In the new year, you can look forward to more recipes, more sustainability tips and more (gorgeous) photography. But before moving forward, let’s take a moment to look back at your favorite posts of 2019.
Read MoreThis recipe makes 2 fairly large tea rings so that you can give away the second tea ring. Sharing your second tea ring with neighbors, friends or family is part of what makes this recipe so special. My version of the recipe is also special because I upgraded the topping from my mother's usual store-bought Pillsbury frosting to a homemade cream cheese frosting. The tanginess of the cream cheese perfectly compliments the rolls’ cinnamon-sugar sweetness.
Read MoreI wanted to keep the flavors in this quiche crowd-pleasing and straightforward, making it perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch with guests. Potatoes, kale and cheddar cheese are the most prominent ingredients in this quiche, along with some onion and garlic. These ingredients are all really easy to find and might even be in your cabinet right now.
Read MoreAs you know, I'm a big fan of ginger and all things spicy-sweet. These gingerbread cookies in particular hit all the right notes for me - they're crispy on the outside, soft in the middle and absolutely packed with flavor and spice.
Read MoreThis recipe features lots of sweet winter veggies, which perfectly compliment the harissa spices. Chickpeas and kale tie the whole thing together with a nutritional punch. All in all, this soup is the perfect companion to a snowy winter day, so snuggle up and get your soup on.
Read MoreFor the past few Thanksgivings, I've been the roll maker. And my family probably won't ask me to stop anytime soon thanks to this recipe from America's Test Kitchen's Bread Illustrated cookbook.
Read MoreI know I'm late to the gnocchi party, but I’ve never been a huge gnocchi fan. That is — I wasn’t a huge gnocchi fan until I made this recipe. My previous homemade attempts had resulted in mushy, clumpy or boring dishes. But this New York Times recipe from Ali Slagle is different: it's crispy, fresh, flavorful and celebrates Brussels sprouts season.
Read MoreSome might say I'm way too early, but why not celebrate gingerbread season for as long as possible? It's most def my favorite season and I just can't wait any longer. In this recipe, I combine the warm and dark flavor of gingerbread with a complimentary zing of citrus.
Read MoreMasala chai is my absolute favorite drink, especially when the weather starts to get chilly. I like my chai spicy and minimally sweetened but I realize that some people prefer a sweeter and less spicy chai. That's why I created this recipe, which can be adjusted to fit any spice and sweetness level.
Read MoreI stumbled on this recipe while searching for dishes to make good use of the amazing summer sweet corn that has infiltrated the Midwest. Admittedly, I got a bit sidetracked when I saw a recipe for "toaster corn cakes" (which don't contain sweet corn) in my King Arthur Flour cookbook. After reading King Arthur's description of these as "English muffin-sized, sort-of-sweet cornbread rounds can be split, toasted, and slathered with butter and jam," I was sold.
Read MoreWhen I saw this recipe for kombucha muffins in Jerrelle Guy's book Black Girl Baking, I knew I needed to make it. And the recipe did not disappoint. Jerrelle is really a master of her craft and these muffins prove it. They're lightly sweet, a little wheaty, a little tangy and make the perfect breakfast, snack or treat. Slap on a pat of butter and you're good to go.
Read MoreAngel food cake is my absolute favorite. I’ve always been a fan of sweets, but not the kind of sweets that give you diabetes when you look at them or toothaches when you’re within ten feet of them. Angel food cake is a more delicate kind of sweet with a light and springy texture and a refreshing zing in its flavor.
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