Ramen noodles will always be a throwback to my undergraduate college days. That being said, I actually haven't had ramen since undergrad and I was looking for a healthier/more nutritious way to enjoy it! I decided that using cooked spaghetti ...
Author: Jon Crowell
Fresh Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” >
I am soaking up every last second of this absolutely incredible tomato season! I am so thrilled to be receiving bounties of fresh tomatoes in my CSA share even as Fall has officially made its way here. To celebrate the ...
Autumn Triple Squash Lasagna >
Lasagna is the perfect dish for the Fall weather (hopefully) ahead. It's warm, comforting, and not overly complicated to make. I love making a "lighter" lasagna by substituting thin pieces of summer squash (zucchini and yellow squash) for pasta noodles. ...
Everything Eggplant Pizza Rounds >
I am always looking for ways to incorporate anything pizza-like into my meal game! And these eggplant pizza rounds always hit the spot and are well beloved by family and friends. If you have been following my food blog for ...
Freezer Honey, Pecan and Beet Cheesecake Pie >
I haven't posted a dessert recipe in what has felt like FOREVER, so to me this is long overdue! I have been meaning to craft up a beet dessert recipe for quite awhile, but couldn't decide on what exactly I ...
Sweet Honey Bear Winter Squash Pancakes >
Hip Hip Hooray for Honey Bear Winter Squash from Taproot Farm! It's so incredibly versatile, whether you want to make a sweet or savory dish. One of my most recent kitchen experiments were these delicious Sweet Squash Pancakes! It took ...
Fennel, Red Pepper, Kale, Tomato, Smoked Ham and Cheese Quiche >
Yay for weekend breakfasts and brunches! They will always be my absolute favorite. This long weekend I was inspired to make a fresh, flavorful and colorful quiche using a bunch of delicious vegetables I had on hand from Taproot Farm! ...
From Scratch Honey Bear Winter Squash Spaetzle >
Handmade Honey Bear Winter Squash and White Whole Wheat Spaetzle Covered in a Creamy and Cheesy Squash Sauce, Seasoned with Thyme, Black Pepper and Fresh Basil I was SO excited when I saw squash in this week's CSA share (THANK ...
Sweet Corn, Tomato, Goat Brie and Pepper Salad >
Hip Hip Hooray! It is FINALLY Friday and Labor Day Weekend is upon us! Whether you have a busy weekend ahead or a more laid back one, it's nice to have some fresh and easy recipes in mind that taste ...
Chilled & Creamy Cucumber, Heirloom Tomato, and Basil Soup, Topped with Homemade Croutons >
Chilled soup is somewhat of a strange concept (at least to me!). It is definitely not a common item on restaurant menus nor is it something that comes to mind when you think of crafting up a quick and nutritious ...
Avocado & Arugula Greek Salad >
There are some days I definitely don't want to turn on my oven. I just want something quick, easy and healthy that I can chop up and have ready to go. This salad is one of those recipes - entirely ...
Creamy Scrambled Eggs with Summer Vegetables and Sausage >
Brunch is definitely one of the things I miss the most about the weekends. If I had the time during the weekday mornings, I would without a doubt cook a large breakfast every day. This dish was inspired by the ...