Month: November 2014

Squash and Apple Soup with Sage Creme Fraiche and Croutons

Squash and Apple Soup with Sage Creme Fraiche and Croutons

  One of my favorite fall vegetables along with many is the deliciously sweet butternut squash. I always grew up eating lots of acorn squash so I wanted to make a soup with both and add just a touch more sweetness and tartness from the 

Rustic Vegetable Pizza

Rustic Vegetable Pizza

I absolutely love homemade pizzas. There is nothing better than homemade crispy, crunchy crust, endless toppings, and gooey melted cheese. The crust is like a blank canvas awaiting your imagination! Last night I had a bunch of left over greens and mushrooms in the fridge; and then found 

Beef Stew

Beef Stew

This is the perfect one pot dish for those bone chilling days. It’s very hearty and healthy and so delicious. I like to add the corn as a little added sweetness and if you love garlic as much as I do, between the garlic bread 

Spiced Pumpkin Cranberry Smoothies

Spiced Pumpkin Cranberry Smoothies

I find over the holidays that I always have leftover pumpkin puree that needs to be used up. So what better way than a festive smoothie. It’s perfect for breakfast or after a workout! Ingredients 2 frozen bananas sliced 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup 

Almond Cookies with Green Tea Ice Cream Sandwiches

Almond Cookies with Green Tea Ice Cream Sandwiches

I absolutely love anything almond and especially almond cookies! These are just amazing so butter and flaky, and the green tea ice cream adds just that little something special. If you don’t prefer green tea you can always substitute, be creative! The options are endless!! 

Winter Greens Salad with Maple Vanilla Vinaigrette

Winter Greens Salad with Maple Vanilla Vinaigrette

This is my absolute new favorite salad! I found a whole bunch of kale and baby arugula from the farmers market and was craving this after my run yesterday. The arugula gives it a nice peppery spicy bite, while the squash and cherries add a 

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Fettuccine

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Fettuccine

  I love love love making homemade pasta! There is nothing quite like it. There’s something very soothing and rustic about kneading dough. I have been thinking about adding pumpkin to homemade pasta for a while and this is what I came up with. The 

Apple Risotto with Walnuts and Grilled Chicken

Apple Risotto with Walnuts and Grilled Chicken

  This is an absolute favorite of mine to make for a fall dinner! It’s hearty, sweet, savory, and creamy with a touch of cinnamon! All of the best flavors together in one dish!!   Ingredients 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive