Tag: easy

Gazpacho | A Weeknight Staple

Gazpacho | A Weeknight Staple

As one of our “getting married” presents, we got a gazpacho machine, *cough*, I mean a Vitamix blender.  But seriously, my preschooler calls it our “gazpacho” machine because 90% of the time we take it out, it’s to make gazpacho.  I first thought this was … read more

Coconut Orange Chia Seed Pudding – Single Serving

Coconut Orange Chia Seed Pudding – Single Serving

Coconut orange chia pudding for one – a refreshing twist on a classic breakfast

Passion Fruit Granola Bowls Featuring Homemade Almond Butter Granola

Passion Fruit Granola Bowls Featuring Homemade Almond Butter Granola

The fragrant tart passion fruit puree shines against a complementary backdrop of granola and plain creamy yogurt.

Homemade Ranch Dressing with Creme Fraiche

Homemade Ranch Dressing with Creme Fraiche

It’s spring time and the chives in my patio garden have started to grow again after a stagnant winter. As someone who is constantly questioning if she has a black thumb, it’s nice to be reminded that all is not lost. IN fact, all of … read more

Chimichurri Paneer & Roasted Vegetables

Chimichurri Paneer & Roasted Vegetables

I adore the herbaceous, zingy quality of chimichurri. This Argentinian/Uruguayan condiment is traditionally served on steak but as a life-long vegetarian, I’ve found plenty of other uses. When making a traditional chimichurri, finely chopped parsley, either fresh/dried oregano, finely chopped garlic, salt and crushed red … read more

Curried Corn and Potato Soup

Curried Corn and Potato Soup

How do you make a hot summer soup that is hearty enough to be a meal but not siesta inducing?  This question and a picture of a chef shaving off kernels of corn in Ottolenghi’s Plenty serve as the inspirations of this soup. I wanted the soup … read more

Cooking Notes:  Grilled Pineapple Slices and Ice Cream

Cooking Notes: Grilled Pineapple Slices and Ice Cream

This is a simple dessert that is the perfect finish to a meal on the grill.  I wouldn’t fire up a grill just to make these but if you’re already making veggie burgers, halloumi kebabs or soft tacos stuffed with grilled veggies, this is a … read more