homemade & local eats
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I’ll admit, I am not the biggest fan of zucchini so I tend to be hesitant to include it in my recipes. But this Bacon Zucchini Pasta is absolutely delicious, with smokiness from the bacon and a rich sweetness from the caramelized zucchini. It’s such an easy way to incorporate some veggies into your pasta, …
I’m all about incorporating more protein into my diet, and smoothies and shakes are easy avenues for getting your gains on. I’ll usually make a simple shake using protein powder, but if you’re looking for a way to avoid the chalkiness of most powders or looking for more natural protein sources, this chocolate peanut butter …
How many recipes can I make using peaches and blackberries (the limit does not exist)??? Galettes have been all the rage this summer and I thought I’d hop on that train using two of the best summer fruits – the sweetness of the peaches complements the tartness of the blackberries. Galettes are super easy to …
This summer I am ALL about putting seasonal fruit in salads. I picked up these incredible blackberries from the Old Monterey Farmers Market and they bring such a fresh tartness to any salad! Pair with basil, cheese of your choice, almonds, and some greens and you’ve got a perfect, refreshing salad. What’s your favorite salad?
S’mores are one of my favorite desserts but sometimes I’m too lazy to start a fire out back – this s’mores skillet is the best way to satisfy that craving! Just bake some chocolate and marshmallow in a cast iron skillet, dip in those graham crackers, and you’ve got a perfect, easy dessert! I made …
I’m always looking for new recipes to incorporate my favorite fruit, and this peach salsa is the perfect find! The sweetness of the peaches are perfect in a summer salsa – trust me, you’ll find yourself eating the whole thing if you’re not too careful. These are perfect with tortilla chips, but would be a …
PO TA TOES Boil them, mash them, stick ‘em in a stew Or if you’re like me, turn your sweet potatoes into an incredibly delicious breakfast full of fiber, nutrients, and antioxidants that’s sure to keep you satisfied the whole day. I’m typically a yogurt bowl type of guy, but if I’ve got time I’m …
Summer is slowly winding down, which means making the most of popsicle season while it’s still here! I used some of the leftover strawberry lemonade from a couple of posts ago to make these pops – they take a little while to freeze, but they’re so worth it! The best part about homemade popsicles? Being …
Biscoff are some of my favorite cookies and I decided to kick it up a notch to make Biscoff white chocolate blondes! These bad boys are RICH in flavor and high in sugar content, so be careful around any kids – they’re super addictive! The Biscoff flavor helps cut some of the sweetness of the …
Summer means trying out new drink recipes, and I love using local, fresh ingredients in my recipes! I picked up some beautiful strawberries from the Old Monterey Farmers Market to make strawberry lemonade that’s refreshing and perfect for the summer. And if you’re looking to kick it up a notch, add your alcohol of choice …