I just recently heard of colcannon not too long ago, and I must say, it’s a cryin’ shame! I had no idea what it was before this, and I was sold instantly. Healthier mashed potatoes? Who can say no to that? Traditionally, colcannon is mashed potatoes with either cabbage or kale mixed in (= healthy)….
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Attack of the KILLER Tomatoes!
I am lucky to find myself in the presence of a Martha Stewart Living Magazine every month, and this month was no exception. This time though, was a little different. The cover affected me so much, with it’s color heirloom tomatoes, that after seeing it day in, and day out, I had to finally flip…
Quinoa Watermelon Salad – A Song to SUMMER!
HAPPY SUMMER SOLSTICE, Rock Star! That is RIGHT! Today is the first day of summer. I hear the birds singing, the crickets chirping, the grasshoppers hopping, and see the (almost) full moon overhead as the cool evening air gently caresses the skin. The highs here in Southern California have been parked in the low 90’s…
Beer Cupcakes with Beer Buttercream
A monumental event occurred in my life, just over two weeks ago. My grandfather passed away. He was 88, and awesome. He had a garden that he took pride in for being organic. He saved his seeds every year, and gave me some, which I still have. I plan to plant and nurture them this…
Pumpkin Soup
This Thanksgiving, my husband and I decided to go turkey-less. So many turkeys get killed for this one day, that we decided to cut them a little slack this year, and go with all the awesome sides. Personally, I’m all about the sides anyway. Forget the turkey! I mean, you have the stuffing(dressing), my mom…