This recipe is meant to be a primi course, as most pastas are, but it’s very filling and could certainly be a one dish meal. We paired it with an arugula and parmesan salad with fresh heirloom tomatoes and burrata cheese. Although my picture hardly does it justice, it is a very pretty dish with… Read More Saffron Fregula with Potatoes and Peas
We are officially a Fitbit family. A few weeks ago, I bought the Fitbit Charge HR for my husband. He loves it. It tracks his steps, distance, calories burned, floors climbed, heart rate, and monitors his sleep. Before he even opened the packaging, I was jealous. I went back and forth between wanting the Charge… Read More Fitbit Flex vs. Fitbit Charge HR: Why the Flex Wins
Trying to to decide what to do for Father’s Day this year? Why not stage a photo shoot in a new tie for Dad? This is a fun twist on the traditional “tie for Father’s Day” idea. These pictures were far from what I envisioned, but I’m actually very pleased with how well they turned… Read More Father’s Day Photo Shoot
I have a sweet tooth. I’m pretty sure I get about 17 servings of fruit every day. That may not be a good thing, but I figure at least I’m eating whole, natural, unprocessed foods. Leave it to me to buy this chocolate drink while looking for vegetable juice at Whole Foods. In the end,… Read More Product Review: Reishe Chocolate Coconut Milk Elixir
Last weekend my family was killing time on Montana Ave while we waited for a restaurant to open. Anyone with a baby and an early bedtime can relate. Anyway, we bumped into a food truck promoting “skinnypasta” and they asked us if we’d like a sample to take home. Here I am, one week later,… Read More Gabriella’s Kitchen Skinnypasta Review
This is the Fourth of July treat I make for our family every year. It is incredibly rewarding when you slice in and see the vibrant, perfect layers. When the light, fluffy, moist, and pleasantly rich cake melts in your mouth you’ll be in heaven. An excellent “show stopper” for your holiday bash, this dessert… Read More Fourth of July Cake
Here’s a recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth with a little less guilt. Yes, these “truffles” are healthier than most desserts, but you wouldn’t know it when you bite into one. Let’s take a look at the star players: – Medjool Dates: High in fiber, rich in potassium, and supplying a hefty portion of copper these… Read More Healthy Chocolate Truffles with Walnuts
I have the best husband in the world. Really, I do. For Mother’s Day this year, he did everything under the sun to make me feel special. From flowers to cards, he had the holiday covered. True to his personality, he went above and beyond and booked a professional photographer to do a family photo shoot… Read More Family Photo Day Tips
You HAVE to make this soup. It’s easy. It’s delicious. It’s hearty. It’s healthy. It’s budget-friendly. It makes great leftovers. Seriously, folks, there’s no downside here. The key ingredient to this soup is farro. I found organic farro at Whole Foods, but it should be fairly easy to get your hands on. If you’ve never… Read More Healthy Recipe of the Week: Farro, Spinach, and Cannellini Minestrone Soup
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