This is certainly going to fall into the category of a good ‘cheat’. It definitely feels (or rather tastes), like you are cheating, but it… ( Read More )
Mega Chocolate Ying Yang Granola
I think I’ve officially entered my chocolate phase for 2015. I don’t know how or when it happened, but it hit me like a ton… ( Read More )
Mochi Brownies
Ever since Rika lived with us, a native of Japan, my kids have fallen even deeper in love with anything mochi. Prior to meeting Rika… ( Read More )
Langostino “Lobster” Tail Bucattini
There are times when you just need a pasta fix and this is especially true when you’ve got a house guest from Italy. While there… ( Read More )
Blackberry Topped Strawberry & Fig Smoothie with Cardamom Chia Pudding
One of my favorite family weekends is Labor Day weekend in Mt. Shasta, as we kiss summer goodbye. I find the Blackberry Festival to be… ( Read More )
Tangy Stuffed Italian Artichokes
“What is your practice?” That is the question the substitute yoga teacher asked the class. To be honest, having only started vinyasa yoga four years… ( Read More )
Grapefruit Smoothie
There are some days realizations hit you harder than others. I had one this week as I watched my daughter start high school. In all… ( Read More )
Mette’s Norwegian Ham & Cheese Horns
Mette’s Norwegian Ham & Cheese Horns- This naturally sweet flavored dough is beautifully complimented by the salty prosciutto and balanced by the soft creamy melted cheese.
Bountiful Fig Bowl
Looking for a work/life balance? I know I am. And in my quest for balance and enlightenment I am always excited when I come across… ( Read More )
Fudgiest Peanut Butter Smoothie
This week’s episode of ‘I am not cooking!‘ is brought to you by my faithful blender. I am a newly converted blending addict. There is… ( Read More )