It’s the kick-off to 4th of July week! I will just be hanging locally this year, but you can bet I’ll be digging into lots of guacamole. I’ve made all sorts of versions of guacamole. The one I perfected when I’d fly down to Cabo...

To help you get ready for the 4th of July, I teamed up with ALDI for this sponsored blog post and “Indy Style” segment. I’m obsessed with finding high-quality food at affordable prices, and ALDI delivers just that! Whether you’re having a backyard kickback,...

Enjoy some of my favorite recipes, just in time for Mother’s Day! These recipes are fun, fresh, and something everyone will enjoy. From breakfast in bed to delicious desserts, mom will feel very special with these recipe creations homemade with love. Enjoy and happy...

You won’t want to miss the gift guide in my December 2017 newsletter, featuring 12 awesome gifts for cooks. From stocking stuffers to splurge-worthy kitchen items, I’ve got you covered. I also announce my new food reboot program, 4Real, launching soon. Join the waitlist now!...

Think you don’t have time to make your own holiday treats? Think again. Impress your guests with these festive dark chocolate covered pretzel rods dipped in crushed candy canes that are as delicious as they are easy to prepare. Peppermint-Studded Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels 1 bag...

Clean Eating and Clean Lifestyle Holiday Gifts Today I appeared on Arizona Midday on NBC 12 in Phoenix and shared health-minded holiday hostess gifts to bring to the next party or overnight stay. Bringing a healthier gift is a good option to stand out among...

Here are some of my favorite clean eating recipes for a healthy and delicious Easter using colorful fruits and vegetables and the season’s bounty. They’re great for big buffets or a small group and are sure to please you and your guests. Happy Easter!             Grilled...

Fried or boiled? That is the question. While pan-frying meatballs yields a deliciously caramelized crust, the final product is likely to be in the shape of a pyramid, rather than round, because the heavier sides may sag while cooking. A simmered meatball, however, will...

Recipe: Summer Spanish Tapas 3-Ways How to Eat at a Tapas Bar Once merely intended to shield glasses of wine from fruit flies, tapas have expanded into substantial snacks, easily turned into meals. My husband and I toured Barcelona in June, and tapas taverns were our...

After returning home this week from a family funeral, I found myself feeding Scarlet applesauce three days in a row, and eating a grilled cheese sandwich filled with wilted spinach and grainy refrigerated tomatoes. Grocery shopping couldn’t be put off another minute. I barely...