Looks can be deceiving. When I was little, I avoided guacamole like the plague. My reasons for hating guac? It was mushy, and it was green. One day, when I was feeling a tad bit adventurous, I dipped my chip into the creamy, dip and I’ve been seriously obssessed ever since. I must confess that […]
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the perfect lunch (lox and rye and brussel sprouts!)
The perfect lunch is different for everyone. Some may fall head over heels for a big, juicy cheeseburger and fries. Others might go crazy for a kale and quinoa salad. look at those grill marks!!! For me, the perfect lunch is dark, crusty bread, thinly sliced lox, a big smear of cream cheese, and a […]
recipe showdown: sweet potato casserole
I thought it would be a good idea to try four very different recipes for this showdown. However, each of these recipes were very good in its own way. I’m not saying that to be diplomatic. Just like their is a perfect outfit for every occasion, there is a perfect sweet potato casserole for every […]
apple cornbread stuffing
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and I’ve been busy planning my menu for a while now. I’ve already found the perfect cornbread, we’ve ordered a turkey, I have six pie crusts in my fridge… the only thing left is the stuffing! Stuffing has always been my favorite Thanksgiving dish, so this year, it better […]
recipe showdown: baked mac and cheese
Most of the trees in my neighborhood have lost their leaves. I have to wear a coat to school everyday. I’ve swapped my iced chai teas with pumpkin spice lattes.What does this all mean? It’s time to whip out comfort food recipes!Nothing hugs the soul on a chilly day like buttery, cheesy goodness. I can’t […]
custard cornbread
When the air gets chilly, there is nothing I love more than a big, steamy bowl of my mom’s soup. She makes ratatouille, chili, and minestrone. But my all time favorite is her butternut squash soup. It is delicious on its own, but it’s absolutely perfect with a big wedge of custard–y cornbread on the […]