Do you guys have a Super Bowl food tradition? Maybe a chili bar with all the toppings, burgers on the grill, or that perennial football favorite, chicken wings? If I had my pick of all the traditional game day grub, I’d personally pass on the greasiness and go straight for the TACOS – that perfect […]
Jerusalem Artichokes — also known as sunchokes — are one of the vegetables I get most excited about when Fall comes, and in the next few weeks they’ll reach their peak. They’re so delicious when roasted with a little olive oil and sea salt, and when I have time to spend in the kitchen, they […]
I’ve got to admit that my weekend stomach bug put a bit of a hiccup in my recent detox efforts — there’s just something about being in recovery mode that makes me want to eat nothing but slice after slice of buttered toast (hello, gluten!) Thankfully, I’m back in the saddle and loving the taste […]
If you ask me, there’s no better way to incorporate fresh ingredients and natural sweetness into your diet than with a refreshing, fully-loaded smoothie. Whether you turn to your blender (or Vitamix, or Magic Bullet) for your morning fuel or an afternoon pick-me-up, let the drink serve as your tool to achieving healthy New Years resolutions (remember […]
Today’s installment of Tuesday Tastings is brought to us by the fabulous Liz McAvoy — foodie, fashion lover and author of What Dress Code?. Since we’re all about healthy eating and fresh starts this month, we knew we could turn to the lifelong pescatarian for a resolution-friendly recipe that’s also hearty and delicious. From Liz: Risotto […]
When I spotted these tiny eggplants at the farmer’s market, I just knew I had to have them at my next dinner table! Roasted with a sweet miso glaze, they’re as tasty as they are adorable. I prefer chickpea miso but if you can’t find it, a sweet yellow miso will work as well! In […]
With the holidays wrapping up, most of us have enjoyed our fair share of treats! So I’m here with a healthy but delicious dinner recipe to help get us all back on track. The puree, although filled with nutrient rich parsnips and celery root, still feels like an indulgent treat, and it’s the perfect way […]
As the countdown to Christmas gets shorter, we naturally turn to the cozy and familiar, so for our last two editions of 12 Tastes of Christmas we’ve invited two of our regular contributors to share what they’ll be serving on their holiday tables this year. Today, Sarah Yates plays bartender, pouring up bubbly glasses of […]
These days, there’s nothing I’d rather have for lunch than a hearty bowl of soup… I can’t get enough! But I also want that soup to be easy to throw together, packed full of nutrition and of course, majorly satisfying. This tomato, vegetable and bean version is topped with homemade pesto and perfectly fits the […]
It’s amazing how we can go through life with serious misconceptions about certain foods. It was only recently that I discovered this little underdog vegetable actually tastes good! And no, it’s not a “brussel” sprout. It’s a Brussels sprout, named after the Belgian city it most likely originated in. Goes to show you that you’re […]
There’s something so comforting about a warm salad piled high with roasted tomatoes, beans and potatoes. It’s abundantly hearty and satisfying, the perfect meal for a cold Fall evening. And the fresh herbs make it even more so, bringing it to another level of rustic, tasty deliciousness! For as much hearty satisfaction as this salad […]
I find that if I start my day with a healthy decision, I’m much more aware of what I’m eating throughout the rest of the day and am more likely to make good food choices. And this superfood breakfast bowl is one of my favorite breakfasts as of late — it’s warm and satisfying, packed […]
Finally! Cool weather has descended on Austin, and the sheer number of boots, scarves and pumpkin spice lattés that I’m spotting everywhere I go is bordering on the ridiculous (seriously, almost this ridiculous.) Not that I haven’t wholeheartedly jumped on the fall bandwagon, too — I spent this past Sunday testing fall recipes for my book, […]
I recently discovered the amazingness that is celery root puree. It tastes like such an indulgent treat, but is actually so healthy! Paired here with earthy, herbed beets and olive oil, it takes on a richness that’s surprising for such a simple dish. Best of all it provides, that “comfort food” satisfaction that we’re all […]
I love spaghetti like a dog loves bones, but what I don’t love is that feeling of fullness when I’ve eaten my weight in noodles… which is why I think spaghetti squash is such a brilliant vegetable. It provides my spaghetti-loving satisfaction without that heavy, processed carb after-dinner sluggishness. And paired with this hearty, homemade […]
I feel like there’s been just about every possible version of tortilla soup floating around out there, and I’ve had my go-to version for awhile (thanks Ina!) But last night, I felt like doing something different. Instead of the fire roasted tomato-based soup I’ve come to rely on, I was dreaming of something a little […]
An added perk to my job this year is that I get to spend lots of quality time with my good friend Buff Strickland, the incredibly talented photographer that’s shooting my entire book. Buff’s laid-back vibe makes every shoot day a fun one, and since she also shares my love of simple, seasonal cooking, we […]
Ladies and gentleman, please give a warm welcome to the latest addition to our contributor team: Sarah Yates of A House in the Hills. We’re thrilled to have Sarah joining us every other week to share her gorgeous vegan, vegetable heavy, seasonal recipes… plus, she’ll be focusing on the health and nutritional benefits associated with […]
Last week we shot a “pizza night” concept for my book (little sneak peek here. It was soooo dreamy, I can’t wait for you guys to see it all!) Everyone at the shoot ate their weight in pizza, but we were still left with such a plethora of gorgeous heirloom tomatoes that I’ve been scurrying to […]
How are everyone’s weeks so far? It’s one of those Tuesdays that kind of feels like a Thursday because so much has already been crammed into the last two days… but I guess that means it’s been productive, right? However if you are already looking towards this weekend’s plans, this grilled corn salsa should definitely factor […]