Everyday Eats & Special Treats
Everyday Eats & Special Treats
To me, summer time means trips to the farmer’s market even in the sweltering heat, and picking up the most delicious produce, especially fresh delicious peaches that are so sweet and juicy you think you just might die. I picked up some great looking peaches this week, and decided to make something equally as delicious …
The first time my mom made me shrimp and grits, I honestly had no idea what it even was. Yes, growing up in California isn’t all it’s cracked up to be sometimes. But oh my goodness. I can still remember that first bite and floating to heaven! The savory grits are creamy, and topped with …
Juicy chicken, bell peppers and onions in a spicy tomato sauce topped with goat cheese and fresh basil. Serve with rice or pasta to make it extra-filling, or eat on it’s own for a low carb option that tastes like a treat! For my friends who don’t love the spice, omit the red pepper flakes …
Steak fajitas. Need I say more? Ok, I’ll say a few more words. Fajitas are a staple weekday dinner in our house. Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal dishes and clean up afterwards. When it’s a busy night, I use a pre-seasoned carne asada from the grocery store. Trader Joe’s has a great one …
What makes this burger a Cali burger? Well, it’s made out of turkey instead of beef for starters. Also, there’s avocado on it too. So yeah dude, it’s a Cali burger. The turkey is extra juicy and tender, with a gooey blanket of pepper jack cheese. If you want to go extra California style and …
This is hands down one of my most famous, top requested recipes. This is the first meal I made for my boyfriend Zach and he claims it’s one of the reasons he knew he wanted to spend his life with me. It’s magic Alfredo people! This recipe is creamy and oh so cheesy. Make it …
The perfect summertime dessert! A chewy sugar cookie, filled with sweet cream cheese frosting and topped with sweet and tangy strawberries. If a sugar cookie and a strawberry cheesecake fell in love, this would be their baby. You can top these with any kind of fruit your heart desires. These would also be great with …
Risotto: creamy, cheesy, and carb-0-licious. How can you possibly say no? Also, surprisingly easy to make. I’ll show you how to make risotto in less than 30 minutes and you can have a gourmet meal on your table sooner than the Italian place across the street can deliver. Serve it as a main dish, or …
Both healthy and delicious, loaded sweet potatoes are sure to please everyone at your table. I was inspired by one of my favorite lunch places in Fresno, Farm Fresh Bowls. They do an awesome sweet potato bowl that’s one of my favorite go to lunches. One of the best things about this recipe is how …
The ultimate meat lover’s lasagna! Made with sweet Italian sausage, ground beef, herby marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella and ricotta. Yes there is a LOT of cheese in this recipe, but you know what, that’s what makes it so delicious. Also, I recently discovered the magic of no-boil noodles. I always saw them at the store …
