cherry almond and maple-cinnamon granola

As I write this post I find myself craving this granola all over again! It’s long gone but it’s super crunchy texture is imprinted on my brain. Here’s the thing. This is the first time I’ve ever made granola.  I’ve held off for a long time because, although granola (especially homemade granola) is pretty healthy,…

Fried Eggs and Kale

Happy Valentine’s Day! Nothing says I love you like runny egg yolks! There’s a few things I never get tired of seeing in photos. Clouds, beaches, and runny egg yolks are three of them.I thought about speckling this dish with pink, red, and white sprinkles for the occasion but it didn’t seem right. Plus, I…

Oven Baked Steel Cut Oats

On my way to work today I was thinking about common life experiences that make us empathetic toward each other. Things like being a parent, going through divorce, experiencing the death of a loved one, and losing a family pet. Sometimes, even if you haven’t experienced a particular event, you can relate on another level. …

Open Face Oven Baked Omelette Pizza

I’m so utterly excited about this recipe!I didn’t expect it to be this gorgeous or taste so wonderful! A few weeks ago a co-worker was eating his lunch in our break room.  It looked and smelled delightful.  He told me it was a pizza omelette.   My wheels began to turn.  I recalled these egg…

Power Green Hummus

The last two weeks have been pretty crazy! Will and I were sick. We made an effort to get a ton of rest and we took our medicine. We both feel great this week! Night before last Sam was driving around “thinking”.  Ben told me he used to do this too. I was way too superficial…

Vegan Cream of Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup

My older son came to me the other day and asked me if could go on a spring break trip with his friends.  My initial reaction (in my head) was, “of course not you’re too young to be alone overnight without any adults!”He’s turning 18 in April. The same month as the trip. So, I…