Garden
Homemade Pesto
Let it be known that 2022 gardening season was awful with tomatoes, beans and carrots. But really good for basil. Had my first basil harvest and this is what I made. Can’t wait to enjoy some fresh pesto all winter long. Homemade Pesto 2 tbsp. raw cashews or almonds 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2…
Read MoreRoasted Beet Salad w/ Studio 5
Using your garden for fresh produce and beautiful meals all season long is something I get so excited about. Beets are ready right now to enjoy. Here’s a great little recipe that looks fancy, gourmet, but super easy to make. If you don’t have a garden, grab some beets the next time you are at…
Read MoreEasy Cashew Chicken- A 20 minute meal
Easy dinners are my jam. This one takes only 20 minutes, you can add vegetables from your garden to make it go further, or add rice for a heartier meal. Cashew chicken is a favorite around here. Cashew Chicken 1 lb. ground chicken 2 cups diced celery 4 oz. shredded carrots 1/2 white onion 3…
Read MoreTomato Bacon Tart
Tomatoes. I’m picking around 2 lbs per day. So, here’s a quick new recipe I made up using what I had on hand. Tomato Bacon Tart 1 box. puff pastry sheets 1 small jar Bacon Jam 5 large tomatoes, sliced Fresh basil Bacon Crumbles Feta cheese for garnish Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Defrost…
Read MoreFueled: Roasted Tomato Basil Toast
Favorite lunch of the summer?!? Hands down, tomato toast. This year, I’ve tweaked the recipe slightly to give me all the flavors, with more health added. #fueledapproved Roasted Tomato Basil Toast 1 pint cherry tomatoes 4 oz. goat cheese 1 bunch fresh basil Kosher salt Olive oil Garlic powder as needed Dave’s Killer Bread- thin…
Read MoreOlympic inspiration: Japanese Savory Pancakes
With the Tokyo Olympics just starting, why not share this great vegetable based recipe for all of us to make? Good. I’m glad we agree. I was fortunate enough to spend some time, however brief, in Japan when I was 12. I will never forget the great time I had. The amazing people, the amazing…
Read MoreFueled: Thai Veggie Tacos w/ Cassava tortillas
Eat your veggies. You’ve heard it before. But eating veggies should also taste really good. These tacos are pretty simple and PRETTY AMAZING. Thai Veggie Tacos 6 Cassava Flour Tortillas 1 cup matchstick carrots 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 bunch cilantro 2 green onions, diced 1 red pepper sliced thin 1 cup mango sliced…
Read MorePickled Onions
Pickled onions. Let me count the ways I truly love you. Well, we would be here all day, and I’m a firm believer, give the people the recipes they want, not all the ads and stories and such. Pickled Onions 2 pint jars with lids 2 red onions, sliced thin 1 1/2 cups water 1/2…
Read MoreShrimp Nicoise Salad
It’s spring, AND I’m in the mood for a hearty & healthy salad. Shrimp Nicoise Salad What you’ll need: Mixed baby greens (4-6 large handfuls) 1 lb. green beans cooked until aldente, tender with a bite 1 lb. roasted baby potatoes 2 hard boiled eggs, peeled 1 large tomato, sliced 1/3 cup capers 12 oz.…
Read MoreGF Roasted Strawberry Crisp
I love roasting fruit, and guess what’s coming into season?!?!?! STRAWBERRIES! Yum. This not so sweet but super rich recipe is amazing, even had my hardest critic singing praises. So there you have it. Happy Baking! GF Roasted Strawberry Crisp 2 lbs. fresh strawberries 3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 cup packed…
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