Cauliflower has definitely shown to be the new “it” vegetable. Move over kale – cauliflower is here to stay. But what happens when the two most popular cruciferous vegetables join forces? Magic I tell you. Magic in the form of a delicious salad perfect for your long weekend barbecues or any time dining. Just take…
Archives for June 2014
How To: Quickie Meal – Fettuccine with Creamy Avocado Sauce
So I actually had a whole other recipe and post planned for today. And it was good – another quickie meal, also vegetarian, and also delicious. And you will eventually see that post and that recipe, just not today. See, I made this pasta on a whim when I remembered I had some fresh fettuccine…
How to: Healthy Appetizer – Shrimp and Mango Fresh Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce
When ordering Thai, I only ever order fresh rolls when it’s warm out. Not like it’s a rule or anything, but they’re so cool and fresh I want nothing to do with them when I’m in the middle of my winter comfort food zone. What I’m saying is, it’s finally warm enough for fresh rolls!…
How To: Make Your Own Granola – Banana Bread Granola
Here’s how I see it – One can never have too many granola recipes. It is absolutely necessary to have a different granola recipe for every season, every mood, every craving. Lets say the leaves are changing colours and fall is approaching, well it is obviously time to whip up a batch of pumpkin…
How to: Seasonal Cooking – Grilled Pineapple, Two Ways
GRILLING SEASON!!!! (all caps totally necessary) Grilled pineapple needs to be on to your list of ‘things to grill’ this summer. NEEDS TO BE. (once again, legit all cap use) To convince you I’m posting two recipes, and both are blow-your-hair-back good. First up is grilled pineapple salsa. The photo below pretty much sums up…
How To: Healthy Appetizer – Chilled Pea Soup
Normally when we think of soup, we think of the word “hot.” Winter months have you craving a steaming bowl of butternut squash or mushroom soup. But it is not winter – in fact this past weekend has felt like summer. We spent our weekend chowing down on all things cold – ice cream, iced…