Citrus + Garlic Marinated Olives are my perfect appetizer, and they are ideal for any special occasion. While this hasn’t been the year of large gatherings, I am still turning to recipes that feel special and dinner-party-worthy, especially for holidays. That’s where this recipe comes in. This is one of those starters that hits the sweet…
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Creamy Lemon Pappardelle with Greens + Breadcrumbs
Creamy lemon pappardelle with greens and breadcrumbs. Yep – that’s kind of a mouthful, but it describes this dish to a T. It’s creamy, lemony, packed with whatever greens you can get your hands on from your local farmer’s market, and topped with toasty golden brown breadcrumbs. Something about thick pappardelle noodles instantly elevates a…
Creamy Zucchini Noodles with Basil Pesto + Roasted Tomatoes
Zucchini noodles are a great example of a healthy tweak on a comfort food classic that truly lightens up the dish, and still packs a ton of flavor. Trust me, pasta is my ultimate comfort food! This recipe for zucchini noodles with my homemade basil pesto, roasted tomatoes, and goat cheese is light, comforting, creamy…
Mushroom, Burrata, + Arugula Pizza
My perfect weekend night is making pizza at home for a date night in with a good bottle of wine and a movie. I bake this pizza with a crushed garlic and olive oil base in lieu of a sauce, creamy burrata and goat cheese, wild mushrooms, and then once it’s just slightly golden brown…
Roasted Garlic
A few months ago I wrote a post about roasting bell peppers, and explained how learning a few basic cooking techniques is so helpful for improvising in the kitchen and getting creative with recipes. There are so many easy cooking staples that pack a ton of flavor that I want to share with you, and today I’m…