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A Dairy-Free Take on the Shamrock-Green Shake

The challenge? To make a non-dairy — but delicious — green take on the iconic shake that everyone loves this time of year. We all know it’s not hard to make a green smoothie. Add some spinach or kale, and bingo — you’ve gone green. But I wanted this shake to be a little more […]

Shredded Veggie Salad

Y’all, doesn’t it feel like it’s been back-to-back heavy meals for the past 6 months? Not that it hasn’t been fun, but my 40-year-old digestive system just can’t hang anymore. I’m finding that if I make sure I get some kind of raw vegetable in a few times a day, I feel so much better […]

I don’t like the term “food restrictions.” It just feels so… sad. And while there are certain things that people with food sensitivities and allergies have to accept (bread made from wheat has no equal — just the way it is), there are always foods that can step in and provide a delicious meal. My […]

Cranberry Ginger Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

You know I love a side dish that comes together fast. And while this one just misses my “5 minute side” designation, it’s not far from at only 10 minutes and a whole bunch of delicious. Very “holiday” feeling, and easy peasy. White Baking Dish | Copper Candlesticks | Fluted Taper Candles Four ingredients, seasoned […]

Potatoes are often overlooked in a sea of flavorful foods, but the truth is, they’re incredibly flavorful and versatile if prepared correctly (are my Idaho roots showing?). These lemon & dill roasted potatoes are one of the simplest yet more flavorful ways to cook potatoes, and they make a great side at every summer gathering. […]

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