Pasta
Farmer’s Market Bounty
In the Summer and Fall, I shop at the local farmer’s markets and roadside farm stands as much as possible. I plan my meals around the locally grown, seasonal produce and am always delighted to see what new things arrive as the months progress. Not only is the food more fresh than what is available [...]
Spring Pea Orzo
In Minnesota we seem to have gone from Winter to Summer in the course of a week. While we may not get to enjoy lovely Spring weather, we can still enjoy some yummy Spring foods. These fresh peas are popping up in super markets everywhere and I plan on eating my fill before they are [...]
Saffron-Infused Mushroom and Leek Ravioli
In my family, ravioli are wrapped in tradition. Along with gnocchi, we save ravioli for special occasions. Every year, sometime between Christmas and Easter, my mom dusts off all of our ravioli making tools and we get to work. Making ravs is like a family sporting event. Brothers, sisters, aunts, and cousins all gather to [...]
His and Hers Mini Lasagnas
I think falling in love with a picky eater was Karma’s way of biting me in the ass. When it comes to food, my husband and I are total opposites. I love fresh whole foods and crave fruits and veggies. My husband likes meat and carbs. I think that if I would let him live [...]
Shrimp and Zucchini Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette
For the past week my body has been rejecting most food. I’m not really sure what the deal is. Except for being really fatigued, I feel fine. Smoothies and raw foods seem to be my only option right now, so last night for dinner I whipped up a little raw zucchini salad. The shrimp were [...]
Embracing Sardines
Wait! Before you start hugging tiny fish, let me explain! Until a few months ago, I wouldn’t have been caught dead eating oily fish out of a tin. It just grossed me out. It took Alton Brown of the Food Network to change my mind. I was up late one night and caught an episode [...]
