I’m seriously in shock. While brainstorming on my entry for the Lovebird Bakeoff the idea kept coming back to my mind that I needed to stick to something that is completely AIP, because the holidays can get pretty lonely when you are foregoing all things processed foods, especially sugars.
Read MoreDutch-style apple pie is one of my favorite ways to enjoy an apple pie, being an apple crisp die hard. It's really the best of both worlds. The apples can be prepared and frozen for when the need for pie arises too.
Read MoreMany years ago I was introduced to Julia Child’s Boeuf Bourguignon I made it following the recipe for quite some time, but as time wears on I think it’s natural to put our own spin on things, or adapt them to fit the ingredients we have on hand while still celebrating the essence of the original dish as it were intended.
Read MoreThis is one of my favorite fall dishes because of its versatility- enjoy it as a soup or a pasta sauce. Add cheese, or don’t but don’t be shy about the sausage and caramelized onions!
Read MoreQuiche isn’t just for breakfast, it’s great as a make ahead lunch or dinner too, just pair it with a simple side salad and you’ve got a light and tasty meal that takes little time or effort.
Read MoreNot your mom’s bruschetta. I don’t even know if I would truly call this a bruschetta because I think its on a whole other level. The addition of the halloumi cubes near the end of cooking provides a nice bit of vegetarian friendly protein making this a well balanced snack. I don’t even enjoy tomatoes and I’d totally eat this again.
Read MoreJuicy roast chicken isn't just for weekends anymore. A few minutes of prep time can cut your cook time nearly in half.
Read MoreLoads of zucchini got you down? Cant bear to make another loaf of zucchini bread? Look no further, this recipe is sure to be devoured by kids and husbands alike and will make. a nice dent in your zucchini pile!
Read MoreForever compulsively buying the freshest in-season produce and trying to figure out what to do with it before it goes bad. Porks sweetness pairs naturally with the peaches that are all the buzz at the market right now. The creamy cheesy grits provide balance to the tangy mustard and balsamic sauce.
Read MoreIts should come as no surprise how much I love in-season street corn, maybe it’s an Idaho thing, but seriously, when its in season, I can’t seem to get enough! This recipe is a twist on the Mexican Elotes, with flavors evocative of Greece.
Read MoreCool and refreshing salad of juicy peak season tomatoes and first of the season sweet corn. Drizzled in a basil vinaigrette and mopped up with some sourdough croutons. I can’t think of a better dish to eat when its over 100 outside for the 10th day this week! Light and refreshing, perfect for an early dinner or backyard BBQ.
Read MoreCorn and Zucchini are super plentiful in the market right now, in this dish they marry in a salty sweetness and become an awesome side dish, taco filing or even a complete meal with the addition of a simple protein side.
Read MoreIf you've never made your own mayo, what the heck are you doing still reading this?! I'm going to make a wager you've already got everything you need to make a mayonnaise so fresh and flavorful, with ingredients you can actually pronounce.
Read MoreThis chicken sandwich comes together in about the same amount of time as it would take to go through a drive through and get one utilizing an acidic buttermilk marinade (yogurt) which also doubles as a dredge step. Bonus points for all of the ingredients coming from the Nampa Farmers Market!
Read MoreCool and refreshing Greek style gryo’s great for your after the market meal. The meat gets better after a night of refrigeration and stores wonderfully in the freezer for future meals.
Read MoreWho doesn’t love a fruity and fragrant crisp? I love a warm crisp no matter what season; what better way to showcase the seasons finest, freshest, most flavorful fruits. You can even add garden surplus like rhubarb and herbs for some fun flavor combos. Added bonus, the topping and filling can be made ahead and frozen individually until you’re ready to assemble meaning you can drop it in the oven while you make dinner, and if you’re lucky you might have enough leftover for a few bites at breakfast. Yep, you can even prep a big batch and freeze in smaller portions too!
Read MoreStrawberries are one of the first fruits to become available at the farmers market. I always try to freeze a few for dressings and smoothies for the rest of the year. Fresh local vine ripened strawberries just can’t be beat and while they are in season you can count on me eating as many as I can get my hands on!
Read MoreThe perfect warm up after a chilly day at the early spring farmers market.
Read MoreThe perfect roast chicken for summer: Cooks on the grill so you don’t have to heat up the house plus very little active time, what more can you ask for ?!
Read MoreLet your ingredients shine with this quick and simple dish. Perfect for a weeknight meal that is perfectly satiating yet light.
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