Although this meal is commonly known as Italian ‘peasant food’ and literally means ‘pasta and beans’, there is nothing boring about it. These simple ingredients, combined with fresh rosemary, garlic, and roasted tomato paste transform this soup into a comforting bowl of goodness. I pureed some of the beans to add body and texture, but… Continue reading pasta e fagioli
Who doesn’t love french fries? I’m not talking those greasy, disgusting fast food fries. No no… I’m talking thick, steak-cut fries with anything but ketchup to dip them in. I bring you my go-to delicious and healthy appetizer. Spiced sweet potato fries! These are great to eat as is, or with a simple chipotle aioli,… Continue reading sweet potato fries
I’m always on the look out for a good, yet healthy chip. Because who can just eat one chip? These have, by far, the most unique flavor combination I’ve ever had. Something else I recently heard of is apple pie with a cheddar crust! Must try! With just three simply ingredients, you have a healthy… Continue reading cheddar & rosemary apple chips
I’ve been craving cheese. Like really craving cheese. But in an effort to not bite into a block of cheddar, I decided on this spinach & artichoke hummus. It provides everything I like about the traditional dip, but minus the cream cheese and loads of parmesan. By changing the base to cannellini beans, I’m able… Continue reading spinach & artichoke hummus
Within the last year, I had an epiphany. I actually like brussels sprouts! I have a bad habit of thinking I remember how something tastes, that I haven’t tried in years, and firmly believing I don’t like it. If you’re like me, give it another try! This recipe couldn’t be simpler and with the tang… Continue reading balsamic roasted brussels sprouts
One of my favorite childhood memories is spending Christmas/winter break in Houlton, Maine. Even with 5 feet of snow, we’d make snow forts, sled, and snowmobile all over. Whenever we’d come in for lunch, my grandmother often had tomato soup and grilled cheese warm and waiting. As a (somewhat) adult, I still love it. After… Continue reading tomato soup
Continuing with my comforting soup obsession, I bring you my classic french onion soup. Beyond the caramelized, cheesy goodness, this might be one of the cheapest meals to make. The most expensive part is the cheese and that’s only because I insist on the good gruyere. I also enjoy the challenge of using my knife… Continue reading french onion soup
