homemade & local eats
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 …
Beat the heat with this simple and refreshing classic! Mojitos are a summer staple, and they couldn’t be easier to put together. Is it just me, or does fresh mint make everything better?
This delicious steak salad recipe couldn’t be better suited for the summer! The steak and peaches go so well together, and the dressing itself is super light and refreshing. Also, there’s plenty of room to add your own twists! I used shaved Parmesan, but feta or bleu cheese would be perfect, along with some walnuts …
Who said that tacos were only for Tuesdays?? These easy chicken tacos are super tasty any day of the week, and they couldn’t be easier to put together! They’re perfect for weekday meals where you might not have as much time to prepare lunch or dinner, and the disassembled ingredients keep for a few days …
Time to welcome the weekend (Friday counts 😂) with these super tasty lemon poppyseed doughnuts! They’re baked not fried, and they couldn’t be easier to make, which is good because they’ll go fast 😉