When the heat of the summer is blaring ice cold foods are what I crave, like this Yellow Gazpacho. 

I made a batch of beets the other day.  After making a salad using one bulb I decided to try making some Roasted Beet Hummus with another. 

Growing up I was without a doubt a chocoholic.  That’s not to say I’m not anymore, but I do feel like my sweet tooth has waned. My family use to travel to Florida every winter break.  My parents along with my two sisters.  A favorite to indulge in was the...

Are you a fan of tuna or chicken salad? I am, but over the years I’ve tried to make it so it’s a little bit healthier. Even though the full fat versions are amazing, I think you’ll enjoy my Skinny Napa Tuna Salad. 

The other day I made a batch of pesto. In an effort to use it up I decided to create this Caprese Quinoa Salad. I find people either love or hate quinoa.  When they tell me they dislike it I ask if they washed it before cooking.  In most...

What is it about summer that makes me crave pesto?  I suppose it’s the abundance of basil floating around the farmer’s market, grocers and even at home.  I love the smell of it and enjoy a chiffonade in my salads and sprinkled on my food. So when I decided...

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best.  With fresh peaches from the farmers market I whipped up this super easy and tasty Grilled Peach Salad that I know you’re going to love! Let me tell you about it! 

Independence Day is today and here in St. Louis the temps should reach a scorching 100F degrees or more with the heat index.  That’s not factoring in the high humidity.  That’s when cooking indoors vs. barbecuing is a must.  This Poached Salmon with Cucumber Ribbon Salad isn’t just refreshing...