It has been far too long since I’ve shared a fresh, new recipe with you. In an effort to redeem myself, I’m tempting you with something sweet. These Raspberry Jam & Lime Mini Tarts are just as delicious as they are beautiful and it took me three tries to get the recipe juuuust right. I’m […]

  Thank you to Vitamix for sponsoring this post! Homemade pasta sounds delicious, but the thought of making it from scratch can seem intimidating to a lot of people, including myself. But, I finally did it and even discovered a twist to making the process a lot less messy. Now I’m hooked and this Homemade […]

This comforting Butternut Squash and White Bean Soup is our current favorite amongst all the other soups I’ve shared this year. Grab the recipe below. Recipe Tip 1: Preparing the Soup I prepared the soup the way I normally would by sautéing the onions and garlic first, and then adding the cubed butternut squash, fresh […]

I grew up in Minnesota, which means that I was able to enjoy several different comfort foods during the cold winter months. While I have many favorites, nothing can top a hearty bowl of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup. Use Celery Leaves My favorite part, aside from the flavor combination of wild rice and mushrooms, […]

Thank you to Vitamix for sponsoring this post! We are between seasons here in the midwest. Technically it’s still summer, but it feels like fall. The air is cooler, cozy layers are coming out and for the first time since summer, I am actually wearing socks. Mike is excited for football season and while I’m […]

Thank you to Vitamix for sponsoring this post! It’s one of my favorite times of the year… the time when it’s almost summer, but not too hot and humid just yet. Backyard get togethers are more frequent and sitting on the deck is back in full force. This Summer Tortellini Salad is a fresh “almost […]

As summer inches closer, I have been playing around with chilled soup recipes. My mom is a big lover of soups and I get a lot of inspiration from her. Soups are typically served hot and during fall and winter months. However, I’m discovering that it can also be served chilled and pretty perfect for spring and […]

Thank you to Vitamix for sponsoring this post! As I enjoy a bowl of this Roasted Cauliflower Soup, I’ll share how one product has made life in the kitchen so much easier. Simplify by Decluttering When Mike and I got home from Colorado, we decided to go through our kitchen cabinets. A question that we found […]

If you’re looking for a healthy soup that isn’t boring, you’re going to love this Zucchini Soup. Inspired by Mom The recipe is inspired by my mom who is known for her soups. Whenever Mike and I visit her in Minnesota, she always has a new soup waiting for us. I was skeptical when she […]

If you’re a seafood lover, you’ll want to dive right into this recipe. Instead of going the traditional route, I made a dairy-free Clam Chowder with Crab and Shrimp for a seafood extravaganza of deliciousness. Why Dairy Free? Heavy cream in soups doesn’t always play well with my stomach, so I’ve been on a mission […]