yogurt + creamy pumpkin spice + pumpkin granola = layers of goodness! I know this is a late post for a pumpkin recipe, but pumpkin themed recipes continue well into the Christmas season at my place. I seldom grow tired of the sweet, robust flavor of pumpkin, and it seems there are always recipes that could use a bit of pumpkin flare! Needless to say, we'll be enjoying this pumpkin granola … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato and Carrot Curry Soup
Here is my recipe for a delightful sweet potato and carrot soup. I hope you enjoy it!Sweet Potato-Carrot Curry Soup2 Tbsp Oil (for grilling)2 Sweet Potatoes, peeled2 Large Carrots1 large Onion3 cloves garlic3 c. Water or low-sodium Veggie broth1 1/4 c. Coconut Milk1" knob of fresh Ginger or 1/2 tsp ginger powder2 Tbsp Curry1/2 tsp Garlic Powder1/2 tsp Onion Powder1/4+ Salt- may need to … [Read more...]
Creamy Dijon Dressing and Arugula+Potato Salad
This salad is so satisfying. Creamy Dijon Dressing mixed with a variety of greens, potatoes, onion, and sweet strawberries. You can add whatever you'd like to this salad and I can bet it will still taste delicious. I mean, c'mon... strawberries with dijon dressing and potatoes? Who woulda thought? :)If you haven't tried arugula yet, you are in for a surprise. This lettuce has a very robust, … [Read more...]
Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are so good. I enjoy them roasted with rosemary, boiled, as fries (my favorite kind of fries) and have used them in several recipes (check out my black bean-sweet potato Taquitos and sweet potato Burger). I discovered that baking them was equally- if not more- delicious than the other forms I had tried, and by golly, we're hooked! We already finished our bag of potatoes-- all … [Read more...]
Sequin Ornament
Christmas time is here. Happiness and cheer...This Christmas I've decided to make some ornaments. My first attempt was with these fabulous sequin-covered balls. I love the way they look and glimmer on the tree. I will be completely honest in saying that this is not a quick craft. It takes a good 3 hours to pin the entire ornament, especially if you are using small sequins and multiple … [Read more...]