cherry quinoa meatballs
This recipe was created for a cherry contest for Whole Foods. These “meatballs” are super simple and fun to make with kids, and are a healthier alternative to more traditional ones. 3/4 cup quinoa 1...
View Articleblueberry picking.
This time of year in New England is perfect for blueberry picking and over the weekend my friends and I headed out for what has now become an annual event. Armed with bright yellow buckets, we headed...
View Articlelate summer tomato tart
I have to admit, I’ve eaten a lot of tomatoes this summer. And this time of year, when I feel the season coming to a quick close, I find myself savoring them in just about every way I can. My favorite...
View Articlesimple zucchini cakes
Summer is coming to a close and I am doing my best to enjoy every last bite of its amazing produce. Yesterday I made a zucchini bread and ended up having a bit of leftover grated zucchini so today I...
View Articlepumpkin muffins
There is something about the calendar turning to November that literally makes me start to crave pumpkin. I’ve been making my mom’s recipe for pumpkin bread for years but this year I decided to mix it...
View Articlebanana chocolate chip cookies
1 cup old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1 tablespoon wheat germ, optional 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room...
View Article7 ways to enjoy zucchini.
Cooking for one can sometimes be a challenge because I’m always looking for ways to incorporate my ingredients in different ways so I don’t feel like I’m eating the same thing all week. Case in point,...
View Articleeggnog cookies
It’s the holiday season and for me, that means baking. Right now I’m in the midst of getting together all of my cookies for care packages to friends and family near and far. This year they will include...
View Articlelooking back, and a biscotti recipe.
I had my first sip of coffee when I was just 10 years old. Black. From my dad’s mug. There was always a pot brewing in the kitchen of the restaurant because my dad loved coffee. And he always drank it...
View Articlewhole wheat oatmeal cookies
It’s been a long winter for most of us, and for me that has meant more time in the kitchen. After a long day of shoveling, cookies have become the go-to treat this season. Inspired by my favorite...
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