Well... as skinny and simple as you can make it without losing any of that great distinct flavor.
I think I made my weight in pesto last summer when my basil plant outside was going growing like crazy. I love fresh basil, and what better to do with it than make some yummy fresh pesto with it?
Really. What better?
Read MoreHappy Birthday to me!
Okay, so my birthday isn't today - it's tomorrow. But, I won't be around my computer for a day or two since I'll be busy bikini-ing it up at Schlitterbahn (the local water park.)
Work hard, play harder. ..
Read MoreThis is ridiculously delicious. And it takes little to no time at all to prepare!
I wanted something cold, light, and veggieful to help combat the heat of the summer after a weekend impromptu tubing adventure down the Comal river with my parents and three year old little lady...
Read MoreChia seeds are rather fascinating to me. I've often seen them tossed into rather healthy and often the most simple of recipes. They are really fun to play around with.
Don't be scared of them if you've never tried them! My mom is a little leery since the only other time she heard of them was back when 'Chia Pets' were popular. I suppose she's scared she'll start to sprout foliage. Anyway, I can't wait for her to try this jam!...
Read MoreWith baseball and BBQs in full swing I thought it would be the perfect time to bake up some homemade corn dogs!
My little girl is a bit of a hot dog snob, so... I had to really hit it out of the park this time. With only 4 hot dogs left in the house, I didn't have room for failure today.
It's fun (and a bit challenging sometimes) to give her healthier alternatives to foods that all kids grow up with!...
Read MoreI'll admit, I wasn't quite ready for spring yet this year. I've had a case of the springtime-blues. I'll take all the cool weather I can get here in Texas, but I can already feel the daunting heat of summer rearing it's ugly head. We've already hit the 90's, ugh!
I paired this is a lovely spring inspired lemon poppyseed vinaigrette with a spinach salad that's clearly gearing up for summer! Eating this for lunch has really given me a kick in the right direction to stave off those springtime-blues...
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