Ricotta is one of those foods that’s just so good, sometimes you can’t even believe it. You know what I mean: like a perfectly ripe, red strawberry; a chunk of fresh-baked, yeasty bread; a square of the darkest, most rich chocolate. These foods… you take just a single bite, and are blown away by the … More Ricotta Pancakes
This simple nacho dish is a great weeknight dinner if you’re looking for something comforting, filling, and easy to throw together – that still includes lots of veggies! I love Mexican food, and I’m sure many of you do, too! I’m not sure how technically authentic nachos are, but this dish incorporates some of my … More Sweet Potato Nachos
O. M. G. Do you see the texture of these cookies? Seriously – smooth, practically melt-in-your-mouth, and dark with cocoa. These are some rich and fudgy little guys, that’s for sure. What if I told you that these treats were actually vegan and gluten-free?! That’s right: no butter, eggs, or even flour. Instead, these cookies … More Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Cookies
A simple piece of toast with butter and jam is one of my favorite little snacks. It may be because I was a toast fiend growing up (I often at three or four slices for breakfast!) but there’s something so comforting about the warm, toasty bread topped with a sweet, fruity compote. I’ve dabbled in making … More Chia Seed Jam
Roasting is my favorite trick when it comes to vegetable preparation. First, the time and effort required is minimal – what could be easier than drizzling a little olive oil and sticking your pan in the oven to do its thing? Second, the high heat makes for incredible caramelization and an amazing richness of flavor. … More Cheesy Roasted Broccoli
My parents gave me a waffle iron for Christmas last year, so now I can make this delicious breakfast dish at home anytime – how cool is that?! I’ve been experimenting with a few different waffle recipes, including the classic buttermilk and my mom’s famous yeasted version. I’ll have to share those recipes soon, but … More Vegan Banana Waffles
I can’t believe we’re already a third of the way through 2016. The year has flown by, in part thanks to a very fun and busy month of April! Today, I thought it would be nice to recap some of my recent adventures – let’s dive in! The month started with a fun weekend of … More Birthday Celebrations & April Adventures
I love a dish that’s refined, yet utterly simple, too. A plate of delicious burrata, a fancy shrimp cocktail, and the most perfect flourless chocolate torte are all examples of this effortless sophistication. These crostini hit that balance perfectly: they’re easy enough to throw together for a casual meal, with just a few ingredients, but the … More Pea, Ricotta & Mint Crostini
Today, I have another fun cocktail for you! What could be more appropriate for spring than an icy, refreshing drink featuring lots of tart lime juice and a deliciously sweet strawberry simple syrup? Making margaritas from scratch has been on my bucket list for a while, and I finally got around to it for my birthday … More Strawberry Margaritas
I’ve been on a bit of a salad kick recently. With the warmer weather moving in, I find that most nights I’m content with a yummy, fresh salad for my dinner, possibly with some hummus or a piece of toast on the side. To be perfectly honest, often the salads I throw together are pretty … More Spring Salad
Glitter & Grace 