this … I may not be a dare devil or even consider myself an avid risk taker, but there is one thing I like to go a little Evel Knievel with and that’s food. Typically when out gathering ingredients I plop one thing in my cart or farmer’s market bag that I look at and […]
April 27, 2012
Any of you who know me understand that: a. I love, love, love, my cat Grace. She’s my little black beauty, my comfort, my friend. b. The same can be said about my relationship with chocolate, and hers apparently :) The above picture depicts exactly how the both of us felt when I got my […]

Tags: Chocolate
April 20, 2012
Click video above to see how to make this Rosemary Roasted Cauliflower and Grapes recipe! this … Ever had a guest or friend say, well I really don’t like “vegetable xyz” or “vegetables are so boring”…..? Well, I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Roast them and you’ll turn any naysayer into […]

Tags: Cauliflower
April 16, 2012
this … Here’s a fun appetizer that is colorful, refreshing, and easy to make! Perfect for the upcoming Super Bowl party you may be attending or as a prelude to your next girl’s night watching the Bachelorette, lol :) Ever time I bring these to a gathering people also thank me for a small bite […]

January 25, 2012
On cold Minnesota nights when there is not a bone in your body that wants to head outdoors, what better thing to do than spend an evening with great friends, lots of wine, and a curry themed dinner. With that amazing combination, I knew I would warm up in a heartbeat. Not only was this […]

January 16, 2012
Ever since sampling some of my friend Amy’s amazing ginger cookies, I have had visions of creating a gluten free version so I could indulge in a dozen rather than a tiny nibble. Smells of ginger, spice, and everything nice waft throughout the house as these chewy cookies bake up. What I find too often when […]

January 2, 2012
The holiday season is a time when hearty meals and sweet treats find their way into our daily routines. With all that richness I find myself craving vegetables and salads to freshen things up and nourish my body with lots of vitamins and minerals. I especially like creating recipes that are visually appealing because I […]

Tags: Apples, Cauliflower
December 19, 2011
This post coincides with my appearance on the Fresh and Local Show, tomorrow, December 3rd at 8:00 am Central on 950 AM! I will be talking to food advocates and hosts of the show, Susan Berkson and Bonnie Dehn about an inspiring woman farmer from the Minneapolis Farmers Market, Mindy Desens! Listen to how she […]

December 2, 2011
This post coincides with my appearance on the Fresh and Local Show, tomorrow, November 12th at 8:00 am central time on 950 AM! I will be talking to food advocates and hosts of the show, Susan Berkson and Bonnie Dehn about adorning your Thanksgiving table with a local farm raised turkey and the benefits of […]

November 11, 2011
A few emotions came over me when I spotted a few heads of gorgeous purple cauliflower at the Minneapolis Farmer’s Market early Saturday morning: 1. I got the chills thinking about how blessed we are to have such amazing and beautiful food readily available to us 2. Excitement about the numerous ways I could prepare […]

Tags: Cauliflower, Tomatoes
November 8, 2011
this … This warm, hearty stew is packed with zesty spices and gets a twist from balsamic vinegar and cocoa. On chilly days where the sun just doesn’t want to shine it’s comforting all while being vegan and gluten free. Leftovers make a quick, filling lunch for the rest of the week too! To celebrate […]

November 2, 2011
Pumpkin pie – one of my absolute favorite desserts. There’s just something about the smell of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through the house while your baking it that sing fall. When fall blows its way in, apples, pumpkins, pears, make their way into my kitchen. I couldn’t wait to recreate pumpkin pie into a form […]

Tags: Pumpkin
October 25, 2011