Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day, even in the heat of Summer. Sometimes when it’s really hot, like it’s going to be later this week, the only time of day I really want to use the oven is first thing in the morning. On those days, I make a Dutch Baby/German Pancake for…
Plantain Pizza Crust (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, grain free)
One of my very favorite appetizers in the KC area is the Sopes at Mestizo in Leawood. (I can’t believe I’ve never told you about Mestizo!) I love their margaritas.) Their version of Sopes is a slightly crispy masa shell topped with black beans, a smoky tomatillo salsa, greens and radishes. It’s not only delicious,…
Apricot Goat Cheese Rosemary Scones (gluten-free, grain-free)
I have been on a scone kick lately. It started with the wonderful Lazy Morning raspberry scones. Then I made Cranberry-Orange Scones, based on a slew of requests from you lovely folks. Today, it’s another wild flavor combination inspired by my baking friend Karen. Allow me to introduce you to Apricot Goat Cheese Rosemary Scones!…
Avocado Kale Salad, Quick & Easy for Summer!
Here’s another recipe from my “this is simple and we eat it often” category: Avocado Kale Salad. There are actually a few more ingredients than just avocados and kale. Tomatoes, Onion, Cucumber, Basil…If you are like me with a backyard garden in the Midwest, you may have those ingredients right outside your door. Talk about…
Southwest Zucchini Fritters with Avocado Yogurt Dip
We have an abundance of zucchini and yellow summer squash from the garden right now. Well, not exactly our garden. See, I plant zucchini and several varieties of squash every year in our raised bed gardens. Every single year they take off like crazy, producing many gorgeous, golden blossoms. Some even start to produce, teasing…