Local beets, garden-fresh pea shoots + a slightly-spicy horseradish dressing in combo w/ toasted pistachios equal a beet salad that is so dang good I ate the whole thing (it serves 2)! There is a restaurant on the Columbia River that my husband and I enjoy going to. It’s actually the restaurant where we officially […]

This Ragu is hearty + satisfying no matter the season! One of my favorite parts is how it makes your house smell fabulous as the budget-friendly beef roasts slowly in the delicious tomato sauce full of garlic, shallots, red wine, and fresh herbs! Update: Full Disclosure-This recipe wasn’t as flavorful as I would have liked […]

Fresh citrus gives this duck a vibrant flavor! The sweet glaze of orange, white wine and honey help to balance out the richness of the meat. The sauce helps to add extra depth of flavor! Confessions… #1-I have never tried or made duck before…today! #2-I’m not a big dark meat fan. #3-I made some ROOKIE […]

Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside sweet potatoes, vegis, creamy + dreamy poached eggs topped with a fresh Pistou sauce (pesto without the nuts) make this no ordinary hash! With the first bite of this hash, I was brought back to my dad cooking breakfast hash on the outdoor grill growing up. When […]

Loaded with veggies and flavor, this squash burrito bowl is perfect for a weeknight dinner! Ground beef flavored with spices you probably already have in your spice cabinet make this an easy go-to recipe! Carrots, beets, and cabbage give the bowl its crunch and the creamy Roasted Garlic Cashew Crema ties everything together! This is […]

This pesto recipe is the perfect foundation to let your imagination go wild on the different varieties of pesto! This versatile recipe makes it easy to sub in whatever greens your heart desires! The 1:1 ratio of basil to greens is just perfect! Plus, this recipe also allows you to sub in your favorite nut […]

This pot roast has winter written all over it. Even though the slow-cooker does a lot of the hard work here, this is definitely not the pot roast my grandma used to make. Infusion of garlic, rosemary, and thyme make this roast extra special. Thyme and garlic scented Creminis with rosemary-infused parsnips make this pot […]