The 32nd year of my life is officially here. I had a great time celebrating despite the arctic blast, plummeting temperatures down to -15 degrees F. Classic January in Minnesota. We might be both – a little tougher for living here, and crazy! And similar to the birthday activities of many 8th grade sleepovers, I’m spending a […]
January 18, 2016
this … I distinctly remember one of my first experiences in a really “fancy” restaurant, opening my eyes to the amazing thing that is crispy, fried goat cheese. I was beginning my first job out of college as a pharmaceutical rep, and I was in Delaware for two weeks of training. We were treated well, and dining out […]

January 13, 2016
this … I think it’s safe to say I’ve found my little black dress of the kitchen -> gluten-free oats. They’re versatile, affordable, and a blank canvas for any extra accessories. Like bacon. Dress them up or keep them casual. Sweet or savory. Hot or cold. Whirl them into flour and make the gluten-free waffle of your […]

January 8, 2016
this … Happy New Year everyone! I am so incredibly excited to share my new blog design with you today, a project I’ve been working on with Lindsay of White Oak Creative for the past 5 months. As I’ve grown personally and professionally, with Heartbeet Kitchen and freelance work now being my full-time job, I […]

January 4, 2016
this … One taste of this mint chocolate pudding dessert and you’ll be in heaven! Served in pretty glasses, I love serving these for a dinner party because I can make them ahead, and they are just the right amount of sweet to end with. ___________________________________ I’m not much for New Year’s resolutions, but I […]

Tags: Chocolate
December 29, 2015
this … My journey to living gluten-free started 6 years ago after figuring out it was one of the main contributors to auto-immune responses I was having, showing itself by way of shingles, solar dermatitis, nerve sensitivity, and headaches. What was a bit difficult at first turned out to be the thing that ignited my […]

December 19, 2015
I learned to pick my favorite chocolate out of the iconic Whitman’s sample box at an early age, that mustard yellow with printed cross-stitch pattern etched in my mind forever. Grandma’s candy cabinet was my first stop when I skipped into her house, knowing the next few days would be filled with playing cards, seeing […]

Tags: Almond Flour, Chocolate
December 16, 2015
this … Some people have a knack for giving the best gifts. Full of surprise for the person on the receiving end, a perfect fit for the things they enjoy, or something special they’d never buy for themselves. I on the other hand lack in this department, which is why if you’re getting a package […]

December 10, 2015
As humans, we’re creatures of habit, because sticking with a routine feels good, particularly when we’ve mastered something. I’ve become accustomed to roasting every vegetable I can get my hands on. You’ll see that reflected in some of these delicious side dish recipes. BUT you can also achieve incredible caramelization and flavor on the stovetop! […]

Tags: Carrots
December 4, 2015
There’s dip, and then there’s hot, cheesy dip served in a cast iron skillet. The perfect appetizer that people flock to! Since you loved this Skillet White Chicken Chili Dip, I’ve been working on other combinations that are a cracker’s best friend. This bubbling hot Gruyere Cheese Dip sealed the deal, made from real ingredients like organic […]

Tags: Cheese
December 1, 2015
this … I have big love for pastry magicians and pie queens. Even after lots of practice making gluten-free crusts and baked goods of different kinds, working with a sheet of dough is still intimidating. So mini blueberry galettes to the rescue this Thanksgiving… rustic and juicy, with a flaky crust that doesn’t have to be […]

November 23, 2015
this … At any point this week, you could have found me surrounded by nearly 20 pounds of squash – peeling, chopping, and roasting in anticipation of the Squash-tastic Side Dishes for Thanksgiving class I was teaching. Standing in my kitchen, packing up tools and ingredients, the feelings I wore for many years playing competitive golf came over me again. […]

November 19, 2015