Recipe: Corn, Potato and Vegetable Soup

I have been making this recipe for almost ten years. It is best during corn season when it is so sweet and fresh. This recipe originates from Cooking Matters (formerly known as Operation Frontline) by a Chef named Wayne Ludvigson in Seattle. It freezes well in glass jars and can be reheated for an easyContinue reading “Recipe: Corn, Potato and Vegetable Soup”

Recipe: Thumbprint Cookies

This is almost exactly the same as the Whole Foods Market “No-Bake Thumbprint Cookies” recipe. Ingredients 3/4 cup pitted dates 3 cups rolled oats 1 1/2 cup smooth almond butter 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 1/2 teaspoon orange oil 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon sea salt Instructions Put dates into a medium bowl, cover withContinue reading “Recipe: Thumbprint Cookies”

Recipe: Crunchy Nutty Chia Pie Crust

I have always wanted to try making this gluten free crust instead of buying them at Whole Foods (so delicious and buttery, just expensive!)  Here is one from the company that used to be called Ruth’s Foods – now part of Nature’s Earthly Choice – I love their protein powders! It is supposed to beContinue reading “Recipe: Crunchy Nutty Chia Pie Crust”

Recipe: Butternut Squash Soup with Apples

This recipe is so simple and its the base for a flavorful staple in our household over the winter monthes. Many herbs and spices, such as sage, thyme, curry, cumin, cinnamon, and others are great added to this soup (not all together of course)!   Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 onion, diced or ½ onion andContinue reading “Recipe: Butternut Squash Soup with Apples”