you should feel really bad for me. i live in a house with a spouse who does not like sweet potatoes. in any form. if you’ve been following us for a bit, you know he did whole30 a month or so ago. (technically he did the whole40 because #OVERACHIEVER.) not using sweet potatoes in his…
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mixed greens salad with dijon champagne vinaigrette, toasted walnuts, and herbed goat cheese wrapped in basil leaves
a little over a year ago, my other half took me to a cooking class at whole foods for a birthday present. it was, truly, one of my favorite gifts he has ever given me. we went together, after leaving the girls at home with my parents, and cooked an incredible menu with about 5 other couples….
central market’s couscous salad with feta, spinach, basil, and lemon
while home in austin for the christmas holiday, my mom and i went grocery shopping at central market (if you’re not familiar, it’s like the best grocery store ever – similar to whole foods). it was a gorgeous afternoon and we sat outside as we ate lunch before hitting the aisles. yes outside. in late december. just…
baked lemon garlic chicken with thyme + oregano
this recipe is adapted from the ever-brilliant barefoot contessa. she’s got such a knack for easy, flavorful dishes. i have gently edited this recipe for i how i tend to cook… using a little less olive oil and making sure all of the lemons got used and not wasted. and giving an option for those of you…
lemon garlic spaghetti with basil, parmesan, + pine nuts
after stuffing my face with this, i am convinced it is THE best way to eat spaghetti. at least it’s become my personal favorite way. it’s got a wonderful combination of tartness – from the lemon – and flavorful warmth – from the sautéed garlic and bright basil. the parmesan cheese rounds it all out…
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