I have always started my posts with an up-close shot of the highlighted dish, but the star of this show is my puppy, Tazewell, so he gets some face time too. He was a very willing assistant for today's photo shoot. I can't get enough of his face. And he is pretty fond of Banana + Peanut Biscotti. It is so easy to make treats for dogs; I admit I ... view more
Breakfast Brownies
As featured in the Huffington Post (July 2015; see #7). As featured in the Huffington Post (Sept 2014; see #7). Good morning to you, beautiful Breakfast Brownies. What?! you ask with an interrobang ... I thought we focused on healthy food here, with only occasional exceptions. These brownies are, I assure you, healthy. NO butter, NO flour ... view more
Banana Bread {Caramelized Bananas + Brown Butter}
Banana Bread: a timeless classic. Do you prefer banana bread for breakfast or as a snack? It's filling, either way, and satisfies a sweet tooth. I have made banana bread variations in the past with jazzy accessories like peanut butter ribbons and chocolate chip studs, but here I was looking to just change up this staple with a few moderate ... view more
Kale and Quinoa Salad with Honey-Ginger Dressing
It is time to expand the kale salad repertoire. I hope you have tried (and LOVE) this Easy Raw Kale Salad with Garlicky Dressing - I enjoy it about once a week. One of its benefits is the low number of ingredients - ingredients that I tend to always have on hand and ready to go {hence the "easy"}. Although I sometimes struggle with finding the ... view more
Stone Fruit Muffins
This is my favorite, easy muffin recipe. I first came across it when looking for a way to use the ripe summer peaches, plums, and nectarines that came with my vegetable and fruit delivery. I use a local company called Washington's Green Grocer; they deliver a gorgeous box of produce weekly to your door on a day that is set for your neighborhood ... view more
Avocado “Hollandaise”
Traditional Hollandaise Sauce is not healthy. It's hard to make too, until you get the hang of it. Hollandaise is the yellow sauce you see on eggs benedict and asparagus, made with egg yolk, butter, lemon juice, and a bit of seasoning. While it is bright and creamy and smooth, it has never been my thing. This Avocado "Hollandaise" is not ... view more