Making Pie with Squash instead of Pumpkin Although pumpkin is lovely, I’m glad to see more people of replacing it with squash in autumn treats like pie. Not only do I think the taste is richer and less vegetal, but because squash has a lower water content, the texture is creamier. Adapted from the Delicata […]
October 15, 2015
What is shrub syrup? Fruit shrubs, a fermented sweet and sour drinking tonic, are made today the same way as they were in the colonial days, when lack of refrigeration required creativity to enjoy ripe fruit even during the cold winters. They aren’t difficult to make, and can be especially hydrating. Shrubs are truly delicious, […]

Tags: Apples
October 13, 2015
this … Can we all just agree that October should officially be the month of all things squash? It was just a little over a year ago that my cookbook came out, I’m as smitten now as I’ve ever been. Instead of hoarding Halloween treats, I’m hoarding all my favorite varieties of squash. The mister […]

October 10, 2015
this … Since I’ve been traveling a lot lately, my meals at home are more comfort driven than ever. I crave a slow evening with a warm meal, a glass of wine, and Brian at my side…….. just as much as I crave being in the moment while away, and enjoying a fresh, authentic shrimp […]

October 7, 2015
this … One month ago today, I boarded a plane to Cordova, Alaska, ready to explore the Copper River Delta and the sustainable wild salmon industry, one that has resulted in an ever-replenishing supply for generations to come. Little did I know it was going to be so much more than that. A trip that would truly change […]

October 5, 2015
Whether it’s flan, custard, a budino, or panna cotta, one thing I know is true…… the first spoonful is always the dreamiest. Now that fall is here, you probably know that squash is on my mind – all the time. I prefer it over pumpkin for sweet applications, with a denser texture, and deeper flavor when roasted. […]

October 1, 2015
this … How do you define a great meatball? In my mind, they’re a lot of things. Seared and browned on the outside, giving way to a juicy, fluffy interior. They aren’t laden with tomato sauce because you miss the robust flavors, in this case cumin that is freshly ground with your mortar and pestle […]

September 24, 2015
As soon as I stepped off the plane from Alaska onto Minnesota soil, I knew fall had arrived. The day I left was a scorcher, topping 94 degrees with a sticky humidity, but none of that remained. It’s like the universe has a way of pushing summer out when the state fair ends, and to […]

Tags: Almond Flour, Apples
September 18, 2015
Pull up a chair at any Lutheran church luncheon in Minnesota and you’ll find creamy chicken salad sandwiches served on soft milk buns, a pickle plate, and multiple pans of “bars” for dessert. Friendly conversation and laughter fills the room, and even though you’re in a place of worship, you’ll probably hear a little small […]

Tags: Apples
September 14, 2015
this … You know those situations you look back on and remember your hesitations, yet are are so grateful something told you to “go”? Such is my reflection on collaborating with the team at Prescribe Nutrition for the past six months, developing recipes and food photography for their Prescribe Balance programs. If you’ve read the […]

September 3, 2015
Take-out dinners are rare in our house, but we do love Chipotle bowls for a quick and healthy meal when life gets in the way. In fact, the servings are so big that we often are able to order once, eat twice. I knew last week was going to be busy, so I thought I’d make […]

August 30, 2015
this … I ‘m so glad zucchini is getting its day in the spotlight thanks to the spiralizing trend. People who swore off this vegetable for years are now putting “zoodles” on their plate, a win for health and variety. I love them too, but truth be told, I fell in love with this humble vegetable quite some […]

Tags: Zucchini
August 20, 2015