Stuffed mushroom caps are the perfect appetizer. They are cute, bite-sized and versatile. You can stuff them with crab, breadcrumbs, cheese; there are so many combinations. Generally when I have eaten stuffed mushrooms it has been a scrumptious breadcrumb mixture. Although the breadcrumb mixture is a classic option, why not make stuffed mushroom caps a little healthier? Why not make them gluten-free? The solution: save the stems of the mushrooms and throw them all in a food processor to chop … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies with Blueberry Jam
Who doesn't love a classic, simple peanut butter and jelly sandwich? When you add chocolate to the mix, hold onto your hat! The classic combination is so ridiculously comforting that I can barely handle it! What about when you turn this classic sandwich into a cookie? It makes a crazy delicious, ultra comforting treat! They are wonderfully soft, peanut buttery, chocolate-y, and the center is perfectly gooey and bursting with blueberry flavor. I adapted these cookies from a Giada De Laurentiis … [Read more...]
Roasted Purple Potatoes with Tarragon
Have you ever tried purple potatoes? If you haven’t you need to. They are a beautiful deep purple color with a buttery, rich flavor. Once I cut into the first raw purple potato and saw how gorgeous it was with its amethyst color and the little white veins creating an interesting pattern, I knew the potatoes would be perfect as an Easter side dish. I mean how much fun is it to have purple potatoes for Easter? I bet the kids will go nuts! I happened to pick up baby purple potatoes, but if you … [Read more...]
Steak & Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onions
Steak & spinach salad with goat cheese and caramelized onions is a healthy meal that is bursting with flavor! The spicy spinach is topped with perfectly juicy steak and the rich, sweet caramelized onions are to die for. When you add crunchy cashews, sweet and earthy shredded beet, and tangy goat cheese your taste buds will be in heaven! Oh, I almost forgot, the whole thing is drizzled with a homemade honey mustard dressing that couldn't be easier to make. The caramelized onions do take … [Read more...]
