One of the many things I love about summer is the abundance of delicious fruit. In California, summertime brings us apricots, blackberries, nectarines, raspberries, strawberries, and my personal favorite, peaches. Talk about nature's candy - sweet and juicy with a touch of tartness. So when I see peaches lining the produce section of the store, … Continue reading Sweet and Summery Peach Empanadas
Happy Mother's Day! My mother is a wonderful, strong, beautiful and talented woman. She has raised three of her four daughters to adulthood without anyone dying, going crazy, or any serious life threatening injuries to report of, and is doing an equally terrific job with the last teenager, Hannah. Being a mom to a bunch … Continue reading Grain Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This post is dedicated to two things - Costco and thighs. And by thighs, I mean chicken thighs. But first, let's talk about Costco. The place is amazing, like... <image source> Am I right, or am I right? Once you get hooked, you never go back! Costco is a godsend for stocking up on household … Continue reading Pollo en Salsa de Tomate (Chicken in Tomato Sauce)
Let's talk about food phases. You know, when you discover (or re-discover) a certain type of food, dish, protein, fruit or veggie, that all of a sudden, you just CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF. So you eat it on repeat for weeks until you find your next food obsession, like... Right?! I can't be the … Continue reading Carrot Spice Muffins for Grandma
Happy 2014 friends! As we settle into the new year, I hear a lot of talk about resolutions. "This year, I'm going to eat better and lose x amount of weight!" or "This year, I'm going to do more of this and less of that!" I think it's great to set goals and work … Continue reading Engergizing Breakfast Skillet for a New Year!
Let's talk about Thanksgiving. I'm ready to enjoy a day spent with loved ones, and get down on some turkey. Maybe get a Turkey Day WOD in, pre-festivities. I don't host for the big day, but I always try to bring a dish or two to contribute and further spread the paleo love. This year, I wanted … Continue reading Pecan Crusted Pumpkin Brownie Bars
Fall is here! Fall is nature's way of easing us into winter weather. I love everything about fall in California - the crisp morning air and sunny afternoons, the warm colors and cozy feelings, and especially the fall flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. If you're enjoying the fall flavors as much as I am, you've … Continue reading Grain-Free Pumpkin ‘Granola’ Crunch with Banana Crème
There are a lot of things I'm good at when it comes to food. Eating, for example, I'm probably best at that part. As far as cooking goes, stove top dinners and breakfast foods are among my favorite things to make. And most importantly, baking! You're probably already aware my sweet tooth wins all, so … Continue reading Chocolate Dipped Hazelnut Cookie Crisps
The inspiration behind this post is pretty comical. About a week or so back, I was hanging out at home with one of my roommates, John. We were starving, so I offered to make a quick dinner for the both of us. It had been a beautiful day and I was in the mood for … Continue reading Simple Pulled Pork & Tomato-Citrus Slaw
Settling back in to the regular work week after a 4 day weekend completely sucks can be challenging. Cave Man and I had an amazing few days off, spent with friends and family. Needless to say, it was a much needed break from the normal hustle and bustle. Because I'm not quite ready to face … Continue reading Sweet Potato Stuffed Blueberry Tartlets
Steph's in the Kitchen 