Soft and Simple Pretzels
My kids love to help in the kitchen, but usually get bored quickly. Rolling and shaping pretzels is a perfect activity for them because they can “be interested”… Read More »
Banana Oatmeal Energy Bites
I promise this is my last banana recipe for a while, I’m ready to shift my focus to fall flavors, like pumpkin and apples! I love fall, it… Read More »
Banana Flax Cookie (GF)
I really stepped out of my comfort zone on these cookies, replaced flour with finely ground flax seed, it turned out great. I used ground flax seed and… Read More »
Chocolate Almond No Bake Oatmeal Bars
One of the problems with summer is, it doesn’t lend itself very well to baking. I find myself pushing away the urge to bake because I know if… Read More »
Kale Chips
We are in the midst of kale season! I’ve got kale everywhere in my garden! As much as I like cooking with it (and blending it) I can’t… Read More »
Cinnamon and Sugar Chips
These chips are so easy to make and really yummy! We like to eat them plain, dipped in fruit salsa, dipped in apple sauce, or with fruit. I… Read More »
Fruit Salsa
It’s that time of year when I start thinking about summer life. I am excited to play with my kids for the next few months, but I’m realistic… Read More »
Raspberry Oatmeal Bars
I am having a crazy problem this year, I have too much freezer jam left from last year and jam season is nearing again, I have to use… Read More »
Chocolate Chip, Coconut, Banana Snack Cake
Have you made a snack cake before? They are a casual cake, typically with no frosting, and are served right from the pan (as opposed to removing, frosting,… Read More »
Cilantro & Black Bean Hummus
It has been a few days since I’ve posted a recipe because Brandon and I got a weekend away and I am still “acclimating” to real life again!… Read More »
The kitchen is where I express myself. It is where I go when I need to process or escape. Cooking is my creative outlet and my stress reliever. When I am in my kitchen, my ingredients listen to me, they do what I want, and I can produce something that is satisfying, tasty, and healthy without it whining or talking back to me! Join me as I journey through life in my kitchen. 
