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Eggs: Cage free, Free-Range, Pasture-Raised and Organic

Published on 03/24/16

Eggs: Cage-free, Free-Range, Pasture-Raised and Organic Hmmm…. Can you tell the difference between these two eggs? Let’s see, the one on the right is from the cheapest carton of eggs you can buy at the store. The one on the left is from my Dad and Step-Mom’s house in Wisconsin where they let their chickens…

Classic Olive Tapenade

Published on 03/22/16

by Erin

Classic Olive Tapenade is the easiest appetizer EVER! It takes about 5 minutes to whip together, you can make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you need it and you can serve it a variety of ways (with crackers, baguette or pita bread). It is always a hit and so good!

Butter and Chive Cauliflower Mash

Published on 03/13/16

by Erin

Butter and Chive Cauliflower Mash Cauliflower mash is a something I love to serve to people who have never tried it before, because they always have a pre-conceived notion that it tastes exactly like chopped up, plain cauliflower (which, I agree, sounds kind of gross). But there is something magical when you whip up the…

Braised Bok Choy

Published on 03/07/16

by Erin

Braised Bok Choy – a simple and delicious side dish with an Asian flare! Can’t wait for you guys to try this super easy side dish! Baby bok choy Get yourself some baby bok choy – there isn’t anything wrong with regular bok choy, it just won’t fit in your pan very well and the…

How to Prepare and Debeard Mussels

Published on 02/21/16

by Erin

How to Prepare and Debeard Mussels – a step-by-step tutorial! I think it will surprise you how simple it is!

Broccoli Cheese Soup with Sauce Veloute Base

Published on 02/12/16

by Erin

I know, I know… when you hear the words “Broccoli Cheese Soup” you are probably envisioning something a little creamier, heavier…. more Panera-like. And don’t get me wrong, I love, love, love that version of broccoli cheese soup as well. But, when I was dreaming up this recipe I wanted something a little more fresh and…