It's no secret that I enjoy a good entree salad. I will almost always choose an entree salad over a cheeseburger, sandwich, or pizza when eating out at a restaurant...if I know that the salad will actually be good! I love choosing those feel-good, veggie-forward meals at a restaurant over a greasy sandwich. Have you guys been to Granite City Brewery? We have one in town and they have a large menu with with a lot of good food. A mix of sandwiches, flat breads, pasta dishes, entrees … [Read more...]
Easy Herbed Marinated Mushrooms
Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a mushroom addict. It's been an ongoing addiction my entire life. And I just now found yet another way to eat them. Marinated mushrooms. There is no end in sight. Can you accept me and my obsession with all things mushrooms? Umm and just to clarify I am not talking about any trippy mushrooms here LOL! Only good-for you, fiber packed, vitamin, and mineral loaded edible mushrooms. Give them to me raw. Saute them in a little butter, always has … [Read more...]
Strawberry Banana Cucumber Smoothie
This was a popular recipe that was previously published on Robust Recipes. It has been updated for a better user experience. Cucumber is in the HOUSE!!! And by house, I mean smoothie! Cucumber in a smoothie?! Ummmm! Yes, I know it sounds kinda weird, but it's actually really good. Refreshing, creamy, summery, and so delicious! Also, a great way to make use of a cucumber that is about to go bad on you. One that is too soft to eat but isn't gross and moldy or anything - throw it in … [Read more...]
Refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad
Hey, it's me! Emily, food blogger who has been MIA for a few weeks. Vacation followed by a mild foot injury, which meant no cooking and photographing for long hours, followed by another vacation. Anyways, I am back with the most refreshing salad for all your summertime needs!!! Creamy cucumber salad, at your service!! We're BFFs, this creamy cucumber salad and I. We go way back. My Mom would make it when I was in high school and I absolutely was obsessed with it. When I was in college … [Read more...]
35 Minute Chicken Pad Thai
I feel like I have been on a Thai food flavors kick lately along with Greek flavors (just wait for the upcoming recipes). One of the most beloved dishes in the world of Thai food is pad Thai and I knew it must be made. I first discovered the deliciousness that is good Thai food, when I was in college. One of my favorite dishes to get was pad Thai. What's not to love? Tender noodles are coated in an exotic sweet, tangy, salty sauce and piled high with veggies and tender chicken or shrimp, then … [Read more...]
Chicken Caprese Salad Jars (Great for Meal Prep)
If you are a foodie, or just a person who has any awareness of food trends, you know that mason jar salads have been a popular meal prep option for several years. I am not one of those trend setting food bloggers. Nope, I am one of those bloggers who sees the trend and finally tries it out 4 years later. And here I am finally giving mason jar salads a go. And guys, I am SO LOVING IT!!!!!! The idea behind salad jars is that you are able to stack your salad ingredients in a strategic … [Read more...]
Banana Rhubarb Bread (Gluten Free)
This post and recipe has been updated for a better user experience. (The original recipe is also included below). There is a short window for good spring time baking. The perfect time for when spring produce is available, I'm looking at you rhubarb, berries, and peaches, but while the weather is still cool enough to want to turn on your oven for an entire hour. At least in my sauna kitchen. Except for spring of 2019 lol! With the exception of a few hot days peppered in we have had an … [Read more...]
Frozen Strawberry Rhubarb Margaritas
It's Margarita MONDAY!!! Seriously, though, why isn't that a thing?! We have taco Tuesdays, and wine Wednesdays, so why not margarita Mondays?! I am a genius! #MargaritaMondays - This could totally trend! Only, you probably should stick to water most Mondays - moderation is best. Except maybe this very special Monday, because frozen strawberry rhubarb margaritas are happenin' UP IN HERE!!! And they are so fruity, frosty, refreshing, and delicious. You will LOVE THEM!!! My garden produced … [Read more...]
Simple Strawberry Avocado Salad
I hope that wherever you are it is a beautiful sunny spring day. And if it's not, no worries, this simple strawberry avocado salad will certainly make your day brighter and sunnier. Because just look at those gorgeous dark greens an that pop of red strawberry. Almost too pretty to eat? Right! Wrong! You should so totally eat this salad right up because it's super delicious! Crisp, crunchy greens (spring mix or spinach) tossed with a fruity, tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Balsamic … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Curried Trail Mix
You're instantly thinking, "What the heck is curried trail mix going to taste like?" It's going to taste like little crunchy savory-sweet, slightly spicy bits of heaven!!! That's what it's going to taste like! Yes, I know a curried trail mix doesn't sound like your typical flavor of trail mix - I fully agree. But, I know that you aren't sticking around this blog if you are looking for your typical flavor profile lol. Adventurous flavors is my expertise. And it's my job to … [Read more...]
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