Back in Houston after a quick trip to New York soaking up the holiday spirit. It was cool and crisp and the perfect quick getaway after a busy couple weeks. Now it’s back to cooking classes, my last two of 2018, and a HoustonLife segment Thursday on easy holiday appetizers. If you didn’t see our…
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2018 Holiday Gift Guide
Ideally, holiday gifts should be things you want to receive yourself. That’s why most of the items in my 2018 Gift Guide I already own and love. From a hostess gift to a gift for your mother-in-law, best friend or sister, I hope you’ll find something for everyone on your list. Maybe even yourself! For…
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of November 25
Back to reality after a week of exploring Nashville, Blackberry Farm, Chapel Hill and Charleston. A break from work, teaching classes, homework and carpools was such needed before the next batch of holidays. I’m thankful we had beautiful weather on our trip and time with my parents, sister and her family. Having a weekly meal…
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of November 18
Out of office! We’re currently on a road trip from Nashville, to Blackberry Farm, Chapel Hill for Thanksgiving and ending in Charleston. Our family of five is packed in a rental car and hitting all the sights, from checking out colleges to listening to country music and eating hot chicken! Just call us the Griswolds….
Cacio et Pepe Spaghetti Squash
Cacio et Pepe spaghetti squash is a vegetable-based take on a typical Roman pasta preparation. Made with generous amounts of grated Pecorino Romano and fresh ground pepper, it makes spaghetti squash feel like a decadent side. Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil and Pecorino Romano cheese for the best results.
Holiday Classes Are Here! And a Weekly Meal Plan!!
Fall Weekly Meal Plan Here we go, it’s November! I can’t wait to help you entertain with ease this holiday season. Simple appetizers, crowd-pleasing cocktails and make ahead crudités boards are my specialty. Sometimes I fear that entertaining at home is a dying art. There’s so much pressure to make things “perfect” that people are…
Easy Tortellini Casserole
Easy Tortellini Casserole Sometimes I crave a savory casserole, but want something easy and fast. Enter easy tortellini casserole for a family-friendly and super simple dinner. Make it with fresh or frozen tortellini (or ravioli) and mix in your favorite greens, mild Italian sausage and marinara sauce. If you’re vegetarian, ditch the sausage and substitute chopped…
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of October 28
Halloween Week Dinners Weeknight dinners should be simple to prepare and easy to clean up. This week is full of one-pot meals, Halloween night chili (a family tradition, even if it’s 80 degrees in Houston and the kids are sweating through their costumes) and a sheetpan wonder. Make your game plan and shop once for…
Weekly Meal Plan // Week of October 21
A Delicious Weekly Meal Plan SUNDAY It couldn’t be a more beautiful day in Houston, it’s about 70 degrees with clear blue skies. I purchased steak kabobs from Whole Foods and marinated them with steak sauce, Worcestershire, a little red wine vinegar, salt and pepper. I’ll preheat my grill to high and set out the…
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Super Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins It’s that time of year when I’m craving all the fall desserts: Pumpkin muffins, pumpkin bread, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies. So when a friend raved about Skinnytaste’s pumpkin muffins I had to look them up. I’m trying to steer clear of refined grains as much as possible (they make…