Cooking Cooking with rosemary is one of my absolute favorites! My brother always refers to them as “pine needles”, but I find they add so much flavor to meat, fish, and potatoes. Let sprigs add extra flavor as you braise and brine a steak in your cast iron skillet or roast potatoes in the oven. […]
Summer basil is one of my favorite herbs to grow during the season! It is a versatile herb that can be used in many different types of dishes, as a delicate garnish, and even ground up into a pesto sauce. Cooking I absolutely LOVE cooking with summer basil! It is one of my favorite summer […]
A TRIBUTE TO OUR HEROES As we continue to celebrate the fantastic things that life has to offer, we should all take a moment to remember our heroes, both at home and overseas and the sacrifices that they make so we can exercise our freedoms. Today marks the anniversary of the terrorist attacks that occurred […]
Refreshing. Breathtaking. Gorgeous. Beaver Meadow Falls and Rainbow Falls didn’t disappoint! On a sunny and hot summer day this hike was a must. The mist from both the falls were quite refreshing and the views on the hike were simply breathtaking. Check out the photos below for a sneak peak! USE YOUR KITCHEN TO CELEBRATE […]
“Ain’t no mountain high, ain’t no valley low, ain’t no river wide enough, baby!” Sunshine. Nature. Mountains. What more do you need in life? This Adirondack hiking trip tested us mentally and physically, but it was one of the most incredible hikes I’ve ever been on! 17 miles later and 14 hours total, we conquered […]
PEANUT BUTTER PANDAMONIUM It’s a cool summer day, the breeze is blowing through the windows of your kitchen and your oven is calling your name. Its the perfect day to make some caramel and peanut butter chip cookies! You start playing “Ants Marching” by Dave Matthews Band and preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. […]
BLUEBERRY BALSAMIC BLISS It’s hot out, you’re mildly hungry and you want something light, refreshing, and filling for an afternoon lunch after sweating in the heat trying to complete yard work. You reach for the refrigerator door and find yourself pondering what to make. You realize you’ve have everything you need to make Jackie O’s […]
baked, basil, canned, cheese, chickpeas, chopped, crispy, crunchy, dill, dill weed, dried, evoo, extra virgin olive oil, garbanzo beans, garlic, minced, oregano, parmesan, parsley, pepper, roasted, rosemary, salt, sea salt
THE CHICKPEA CHRONICLES I love snacking, especially when it’s healthy! Garbanzo beans, better known as chickpeas, are used in many traditional Mediterranean dishes and are extremely versatile! They can be ground into hummus, added to pasta, or used in a salad. Since chickpeas are a good source of protein, I decided to try and roast […]
Hearty breakfasts were always a staple growing up in my family. When my cousins or friends would spend the night on the weekends, my parents the next morning would always cook a full breakfast! We would have pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, bacon, and even breakfast sandwiches! It kept us full throughout the day and […]
alfredo, black pepper, cheese, fettuccini, linguini, oregano, parmesan, parsley, pasta, pecorino, pepper, romano, sea salt, spaghetti
Cheesy. Creamy. Savory. It’s the delicious sauce your pasta has been waiting for! This classic alfredo sauce takes minutes to make and you can have a full meal created in under 20 minutes. The added parsley and oregano gives it a twist that will have your guest coming back for not just seconds, but thirds! […]
