If you're in a post-Easter slump, have no fear! Spring is here and the spring treats can continue well past the holiday.I made these "blondies" over the weekend and luckily still have a few leftover. This is a small-batch of blondies, so don't make them if you want to take to a party or a… Continue reading Spring Blondies
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Nicoise Potato Salad
Potatoes are in my blood. Like, running constantly. My body is fueled by the starchy tuber. I live for the flaky white stuff. I'd die for my right to eat a potato. I know they're not the most healthy thing for you ever, but when presented with the option of either eating a potato or… Continue reading Nicoise Potato Salad
Spring Vegetable & Quinoa Salad
Up until this point, I refused to cave to the supreme commercialization of the strange ancient grain that is quinoa. I would see it everywhere I went. People proclaimed it a "super food" and tried to promote it as better than pasta. Food blogs, magazines, and menus quickly began to become overrun with quinoa recipes. Whatever, I thought. All of… Continue reading Spring Vegetable & Quinoa Salad
Easter Recipe Roundup
Maybe you are planning on having a large breakfast for the family on Easter Sunday. Or, like me, you are planning on eating Easter brunch. I think most people, however, will be preparing and serving a lunch for the Sunday holiday. Whatever the case may be, if you are completely clueless on what to make, have… Continue reading Easter Recipe Roundup
Roasted Portobello & Chickpea Flatbread
The other day Rob & I went thrift shopping to find a friend a gag house-warming gift. Of course I, being the cookbook fiend that I am, had to browse the book section. And holy moly, did I find some gems: The one on the left is from the Wichita Kansas Junior League (circa 1979).… Continue reading Roasted Portobello & Chickpea Flatbread
Fettuccini with Asparagus and Gorgonzola Sauce
It's spring, so asparagus and peas are in. In season, that is. I'd like to meet the one person on this planet that doesn't like asparagus. Even the pickiest of eaters love the stuff. Same goes for peas. Even kids love peas. Put anything else green in front of them and you'll hear a resounding "no",… Continue reading Fettuccini with Asparagus and Gorgonzola Sauce
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