a homage to adventure & plant-forward eating
Coming together in under 30 minutes, this Spring Greens Pasta is the perfect seasonal and healthy recipe for an elevated-feeling dinner without too much hassle. Packed with sweet peas, tangy arugula, salty parmesan, and a little lemon zest to brighten everything up, this is the …
I love a lemon dessert, and this Lemon Pistachio Loaf is extra dreamy with a tangy lemon glaze and crunchy chopped pistachios on top. I used to love the lemon loaf from Starbucks when I was a kid (I still do), and this recipe feels …
Eggs and potatoes are a classic combo that I love, which got me thinking, what if I made a quiche with a potato crust? After some brainstorming and a few rounds of recipe testing, I’m excited to share this Potato Crust Quiche recipe loaded with spring goodies like spinach and asparagus. This is the perfect dish to share with friends and family for a casual weekend brunch! Continue reading Potato Crust Quiche with Spinach and Asparagus
Nothing says “spring” to me like crisp peas, peppery radishes, and fresh herbs. Combining all these ingredients together, I created this Spring Lentil Salad with Arugula, Peas, and Radishes to celebrate the best of spring. Topped with a tangy lemon and caper vinaigrette, this salad …
A few months back, my roommates and I had an impromptu dinner party and didn’t have time to shop in advance. I was tasked with making a vegetable side dish to serve, so I grabbed an assortment of miscellaneous ingredients and got to work. Those …
If I were asked to rank my top three desserts, pavlova would be number one, followed by tiramisu and crème brûlée. Pavlova is the perfect dessert for the spring and summer because it is light while still being decadent. There is simply nothing better than rounding out a delicious dinner with a nice slice of pavlova. This recipe is my take on a perfect spring pavlova—just in time for Easter! Continue reading Pavlova with Lemon & Passionfruit Curd
Living on my own, I don’t often roast a whole chicken, but when I do, this Lemon and Herb Spatchcock Chicken is my go-to recipe.
Homemade granola is a staple item in my pantry. I love to have granola on hand for quick snacks and easy breakfasts. Plus, I love how much culinary freedom making my own granola gives me—I can add whatever ingredients I want! Recently I decided to …
One thing I’m known for in my family is my ability to make a bomb salad out of any random assortment of ingredients—a clean-out-the-fridge salad, if you will. When my stepsister and my stepbrother’s girlfriend come over for dinner, they are always most excited about my salads. My easy kale salad with sweet potatoes, dates, and pistachios is no exception. I threw this together one night when I was eating dinner with my family, and my mom asked me to whip up a salad. If there’s one thing you won’t catch me doing, it’s serving a boring salad! Continue reading Easy Kale Salad with Sweet Potatoes, Dates & Pistachios
‘Twas the night before Valentine’s Day (Valentine’s Eve?) and you needed the perfect cocktail to serve at your Valentine’s (or Galentine’s) Day dinner. Lucky for you, this Valentine’s Day Rose & Blood Orange Margarita fits the bill! Not only are blood oranges in peak season …