Fall is coming! So what do we need? A celebratory cookie, obviously. What kind of cookie? One that includes both chocolate and pumpkin, clearly. AND, bonus, one that also includes a little extra zing. Spicy zing. (Cool weather calls for something warming, after all.) Before coming up with this recipe, I had used browned butter before (love browned butter, I use it whenever possible), but what I HADN’T ever done… Continue Reading
The Best Beanless Veggie Burgers
Veggie burgers – I feel like the first thing that pops into my mind when I envision a veggie burger is black beans. I happen to be a huge fan of black bean burgers, so this isn’t a problem for me. BUT it’s come to my attention that a) not everyone is a fan of black beans, and b) some people have allergies to black beans, which means they totally miss… Continue Reading
Easy Chana Masala
When I set out to create this dish, my goal was to come up with an authentic version of chana masala that I could make at home. It’s my favorite Indian dish, and I’ve wanted to figure out how to replicate it forever. Did I do that with this dish? No, not exactly. Does that mean you should stop reading right now? No, absolutely not.
Pasta Carbonara with a Fresh Twist
Pasta carbonara is without a doubt one of the most decadent, indulgent dishes in existence. Bacon, eggs and pasta all in one dish? Low-key elegance at its finest. But if I had one complaint about pasta carbonara, it would be that sometimes, it just feels a little… unhealthy. And heavy. And salty. Okay, so more than one complaint. The point is that the recipe I’m about to share with you… Continue Reading
Apple Juice Oatmeal with Caramelized Plantains
Oatmeal made with apple juice and caramelized plantains – literally comfort in a bowl. There isn’t a more perfect breakfast for a snowy winter morning. (Or for when you want something wholesome after a morning workout. Or for when you wake up late and want a simple but delicious brunch.) There are actually a lot of circumstances in which this twist on a breakfast classic is the perfect fit –… Continue Reading
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
As it turns out, sweet potatoes are good for something more than just being smothered in brown sugar, butter, and marshmallows. Not that there’s anything wrong with that delicious approach, but the fact is that sweet potatoes are actually super healthy, and can act as a meal in and of themselves when paired with the right ingredients. I’ve always loved twice baked potatoes, but never ate them terribly often because… Continue Reading
Chorizo and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Chorizo and quinoa – what a combination. Put it inside a bell pepper and top with pepper jack cheese, and you’ve got one flavorful meal. I’ve been looking for new ways to use quinoa for a while now. I like it because it’s super healthy, but let’s be honest – unless prepared properly, it can taste a little. . . blah. Enter chorizo. I’m actually not quite sure how it… Continue Reading
Spruced Up Shortbread Cookies
I am not normally a fan of shortbread cookies – or any cookies that don’t feature chocolate, for that matter. But I was home for the holidays, my mom had a box of shortbread mix that had been given to her by a friend, and I didn’t want it to go to waste. Also I was looking for a new recipe to liven up our usual Christmas cookie options. So… Continue Reading
Blueberry Lemon Muffins with Tarragon
Blueberries, lemons and tarragon – oh my. I stumbled across this combination of flavors one day while I was feeling creative in the kitchen and looking for a wholesome but zesty way to start off my morning. First, a word about tarragon: tarragon is my current favorite herb. It has a rich, almost licorice-like taste, and can be used in a variety of dishes, from pasta to meat dishes to… Continue Reading
The Most Scrumptious Lasagna
One of my absolute favorite things to make from scratch is lasagna. I learned how to make lasagna when I studied abroad in college, so this recipe holds a lot of good memories for me. Everyone in my program (there were about forty of us) lived in the same building together, and this lasagna recipe featured prominently at the Friendsgiving celebration we threw for ourselves. Not really your traditional Thanksgiving… Continue Reading