Why And How To Eat More Kale (Plus Recipes!)

 Kale Health Benefits Recipes Nutrition Uses

A couple of weeks ago, I shared on my Facebook page and Instagram feed that I’ve finally taken the plunge and picked up some kale at the store. I don’t know why it had taken me so long – what was I so afraid of? The taste? The texture? … Continue Reading

Creamy Asparagus & Mushroom Pasta {Meatless Monday}

creamy asparagus and mushroom pasta

I think I’m definitely on an asparagus kick! I just love this yummy green vegetable! And this week’s recipe combines asparagus with one of my favorite dinnertime staples: pasta! We try to limit our rice and pasta meals to once or twice a week, so this one was definitely a … Continue Reading

Easy Roasted Green Beans & Mushrooms {Meatless Mondays}

roasted green beans and mushrooms

I only just recently started eating fresh green beans – is that weird? I’ve never had them (or any vegetable) from a can, but I always only bought the pre-cut frozen green beans from the store. I’m not exactly sure why, but somewhere along the line, I apparently learned that … Continue Reading

Asparagus Scalloped Potatoes {Meatless Monday}

asparagus scalloped potatoes

Fresh, seasonal asparagus is popping up everywhere, so I’m always looking for new ways to use those beautiful green spears, besides just oven-roasting them. I knew I wanted something that used other vegetables, was easy to whip up, and provided a hearty one-dish meal.

Enter Asparagus Scalloped Potatoes with … Continue Reading

Homemade Dandelion Syrup

dandelion syrup

Are you sick of hearing me talk about dandelions yet? ;) Well, I promise today’s post is really fun and exciting – we’re making syrup! You know, like for pancakes and waffles! I’d already been making my own syrup because that “Aunt Jemima” nonsense they sell at the store is just … Continue Reading