About two hours from our house in Washington State is the lavender capital of North America. Most of the lavender farms are in a town called Sequim, but there are a few just outside of it in Port Angeles and the surrounding area. Washington gets a bad reputation for getting a lot of rain, and some places certainly do, but there are also parts of the state that are very dry and are even labeled deserts. How wild is that? In one state we have beaches, mountains, deserts, a rainforest, and more. ... continue reading...
Baked Ranch Pretzels
I think it's safe to say that pregnancy is definitely influencing what I test and share on the blog! Sweets have been a big craving for me this time around, but so have carbs in general. I wanted to create a delicous baked pretzel, and what better flavor to make then a savory ranch version? These baked ranch pretzels are so flavorful and SO easy to make. If you've never made homemade pretzels, this is the recipe for you. These pretzels would be amazing dipped into a cheese sauce, but are ... continue reading...
Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Chowder may not be the first thing you want to have on a summer day, but when fresh corn is perfectly sweet and delicious in the summer I can't help but use it in a creamy soup like this shrimp and corn chowder. I was inspired by a food blogger who I love to follow, Bev Weidner of Bev Cooks. Bev is an outstanding cook and photographer, mom to an adorable set of boy/girl twins, and all-around funny personality. She lives in Kansas City, but spent an entire month in Connecticut with her family ... continue reading...
Peach Upside-Down Cake
I think pineapple upside-down cake is a dessert that's sometimes forgotten about. It's classic and nostalgic, and every time I taste it I remind myself to make it more often. Peach season is in full swing though, and I wanted to bring you a peach cake that's perfect for summer. Initially I was leaning towards a classic bundt-style cake studded with peaches, but then I had the genius idea to make a peach upside-down cake! The peaches are the perfect pair for the buttery brown sugar glaze ... continue reading...
Cherry Almond Kale Salad
I used to be a skeptic when it came to kale salads. Kale is a pretty tough, semi-bitter green and while I love it sautéed with olive oil, garlic, and lemon, I didn't know how it would work in a salad. The key with kale is massaging it with the dressing. At a bare minimum, you want to massage it with olive oil, but I always use my hands to get dressing on every bit of the kale. This helps the kale become more tender, and make sure you get some of the dressing's flavor in every bite. This ... continue reading...
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