I find that taking dip to work is a convenient and tasty lunch. There are lots of options for things to eat dip with, so your lunch can vary a lot too. This dip also makes a great sandwich spread, so if you’re a vegetarian it adds a nice protein kick to a sandwich. RosemaryRead more
I’ve wanted to make my own hummus for a while, and I’m not sure what has taken so long as it’s terribly easy to make. I look forward to experimenting with some different flavor and bean combinations. In the meantime here’s the basic recipe I started with. I was a little concerned when I sampledRead more
We still have some blackberries from when we went berry picking a few weeks ago. In an attempt to find a way to cook with them, I stumbled across these muffins. I liked the sound of them because they’re full of healthy ingredients and aren’t full of sugar like a lot of muffins can be.Read more
Sister has been making this cake like weekly since rhubarb came in season. She was telling me how much Chris likes it even though he’s not normally that interested in baked goods. So I knew I needed to try it. We’re a big fan of rhubarb pie in this household, but our usual pie isRead more
These scones were delicious, although “scone” might not be an accurate name for them. Scones tend to be denser and these were very light and almost fluffy. They’re also not very sweet, so if you like sweeter treats feel free to add more sugar. But I thought these were just perfect with a bit ofRead more
These tea cakes are a delicate, light, and sweet treat. They’re perfect for a a little snack with your tea or coffee! I found chamomile at my local Asian market (Hmart), but if you can’t find it you can use chamomile tea bags. The chamomile I found was full of large pieces, so I’d recommendRead more
I’ve wanted to try this recipe for ages. As soon as I saw it, I thought it would be an awesome combination. I was not disappointed. These shortbreads have an amazing buttery taste even though there’s no butter. The rosemary and parmesan are a great match. These are perfect as a snack, a fun appetizer,Read more
Biscotti is an excellent coffee snack. These snickerdoodle biscotti bring the cinnamon-sugar flavor of a snickerdoodle cookie and combine it with the crunchy tasty log of a biscotti. Dip these in your coffee (or milk or hot chocolate) and you have the perfect mid-morning or mid-afternoon pick-me-up treat! Snickerdoodle Biscotti makes about 20 biscotti AdaptedRead more
In addition to the Asian Cabbage Salad, Homemade Pita, and Edamame Dip I made this Creamy Green Pea Dip. I loved the smooth, slightly sweet taste of this dip. It gets a little kick from the jalapeno, but isn’t spicy. This would also make an excellent cold pasta sauce. With the addition of silken tofu itRead more
This Edamame Dip was a great addition to Saturday’s Women’s Retreat. Edamame (soy beans) are an excellent source of protein and with flavorful ingredients like sesame oil, siracha, and lemons, it makes a tasty snack! This would also make an excellent spread for a sandwich! Edamame Dip Serves 22 Adapted from La Fuji Mama 2Read more