Happy Fall! It’s apple season and we are taking full advantage of it by making this delicious, crunchy apple salad. Its so much fun to make in a trifle bowl when you can see all the gorgeous colors! Parsley adds a lovely green pop of flavor to the salad – and...
It's the Indian Summer cooking and grilling time of year…when it’s easier to throw open the backyard and invite friends and family to share a potluck, that fire up the kitchen. Just in case you have the same plans as we do, here’s a twist on everyone’s favorite picnic...
Oatmeal tops the list of favorite breakfast dishes for us, so its not surprising that we love this twist on cooked cereal. We use farro, amaranth and millet in this recipe – but you can shake it up by using your favorite ancient grains like freekeh, kasha, quinoa or...
Its that crazy, hectic, fun time of the year! Back to school, Time for parties, football reunions– and often – a snack on the go. Because of our busy schedules, its time to pull out one of our favorite recipes, one that is easy to make and create a myriad different...
Everyone loves Honey Mustard! But the honey mustard dressing we buy in the store is full of sugar, salt, preservatives and often soybean oil. Here’s an easy alternative that you can keep in your fridge all week long to dress salads and as a dip for fresh veggies! We...
Ah… the siren call of watermelon during the hot and sticky days of Summer. Watermelon and beets are a funky combo, and not one that pops to the top of your head immediately! But we love this earthy and sweet combo that not only looks beautiful, but tastes fabulous, as...
Blueberries are everywhere in Georgia right now! We are taking advantage of the bounty by serving up this easy-to-make salsa with handmade chips, or as a bruschetta with a little goat cheese. Jalapeños, shallots and cilantro aren’t what we usually think as...
Do the words “simple and full of flavor” make you as happy as they do us? Shayna and I are busy, busy, busy people at work and home. Shayna has three cute little boys and very nice husband. I am married to a wonderful man who keeps me hopping and a demanding business....
Summer time is grill time – especially to bring out the delicious flavors of veggies! This week we have used beautiful seasonal veggies like squash and zucchini along with radishes, garlic and red onions to create the most beautiful platter. You can use any seasonal...
This sundried tomato pesto is a great way of capturing the essence of sundried tomatoes in a pesto that can be used as an appetizer on top of a log of goat cheese, tossed with hot pasta in the cooler or months, or as a topping for “soodles” or veggie noodles in the...
If you are planning a celebration for the 4thlike we are – here’s the perfect idea to share. Full of seasonal flavor and the bright taste of mint, serve up this orange-filled fruit salad up for a side or dessert! Make sure to keep it in the cooler until just before...
We may be "jumping the gun" and celebrating early with our summery-refreshing salad, but we just don’t care! Whip up this salad now, and make it through out the summer as well! The tart sweet tomatoes are a great foil for the juicy ripe mango. Easy AND delicious....
Father's Day kicks off the official grilling season most everywhere - and there’s nothing better from the grill than seasonal veggies. Here’s a way to serve up those delicious veggies that is not only appetizing – but beautiful. Basil is a great accompaniment to...
Spring and Summer are salad seasons! Here's a take on a crisp and crunchy salad that everyone will enjoy. Add this as a side to dinner tonight - or simply serve it up as cool dinner by itself – its THAT GOOD! We use parsley to ramp up the “green” flavor in this...
Summer brings grill season and we want to celebrate the grill, too! Here’s an easy recipe for salmon and a delicious artichoke pesto that's tastes delicious on the salmon AND as a dipper, too! To use your grill the healthiest way, marinate with acidic juices. This has...
