Chocolate Fig Smoothie
When I saw frozen figs at Trader Joe’s the other day, my frugal shopping habits went out the window, and I bought them even though they weren’t on my shopping list. I couldn’t pass them up, since I just love … Read More
Crispy Chickpeas
Cutesy name for a great healthy snack. These are another great pre/post-run snack, with a spicy/savory side, if you’d rather have that than something on the sweet side, like these little (healthy) brownie bites I recently made. I personally have … Read More
Blood Orange Bourbon
Since I brought home that bag of blood oranges last week, I’m on a blood orange recipe kick. Here’s the next rendition – a blood orange bourbon cocktail. This drink is reminiscent of the maple-ginger bourbon cider we made this … Read More
Blood Orange Chocolate Tart
Blood oranges are in stock at the grocery store, so it’s time to try new recipes with new ingredients! I bought a 2-lb bag of them and was somewhat surprised by how small they are – the size of clementines, … Read More
Mushroom, Tomato, Feta Polenta Bake
Have you ever had polenta? Have you ever cooked it? I hadn’t – but I just tried it this weekend, and wow, is it good, and so easy to make! [jump right to the recipe] I didn’t know much about … Read More
Coconut Chocolate Brownie Bites
Between becoming a Mrs, honeymooning across the United States, and a nagging injury last year, I didn’t run a race until December. My running was leisurely, but also unmotivated. It was nice to take a break, but I’m ready to … Read More
Cranberry Whole Wheat Scones
I still have yet to find a great homemade scone recipe (although the last time I tried to make scones, I got these delicious Banana Bread Breakfast Bars out of it! Lululemon thought they were pretty good). If you have … Read More
Spicy Stuffed Acorn Squash
Acorn squash used to be my favorite fall squash (until I discovered delicata squash this year!). It’s sweet-ish, so it works well with either spicy or savory dishes. [jump right to the recipe] I think acorn squash looks super cute … Read More
HAPPY NEW YEAR
2014 was a BIG year for us. Thanks for sharing it with us. We became Mr. & Mrs. Smith this year, and went on a cross-country road trip to celebrate. We’ve shared photos and thoughts from our travels, and now … Read More
Lime Coconut Curry Mussels
Here’s a fancy (in my opinion) and easy, yet restaurant-quality recipe that you can make at home, for a nice, romantic NYE dinner to share with your honey. [jump right to the recipe] I first had mussels at my favorite … Read More
