My 2024 book choices are on fire. And that’s saying something, considering I read some great books last year. So far this year, I’ve read eight books. And while all of them were good, four of them stood out as ones you should definitely add to your TBR list. Two of them introduced me to…
Author: Val
Grilled Cheese with Apple, Thyme, and Honey
Grilled cheese and tomato soup is one of the ultimate comfort food combos. I make big batches of tomato soup in the summer when tomatoes are at their peak, and pull it out of the freezer all winter long. But soup on its own is often not enough. That’s where my elevated grilled cheese sandwich…
Raspberry and Passionfruit Parfait
I have a new favorite breakfast to share with you today – my raspberry and passionfruit parfait! Made with passionfruit curd, frozen raspberries, and crunchy Ezekiel cereal, it’s a delicious way to start off your day. I don’t know about you, but I get bored with breakfast food. While I know that you can technically…
Pasta Marinara with Beans and Greens
If you’re looking for an easy, healthy, weeknight dinner, you’ve come to the right place. My pasta marinara with beans and greens is full of heart-healthy cannellini beans and vitamin-packed broccoli and arugula. And it comes together quickly so it’s perfect for a busy weeknight. Before creating this dish, I never added beans to my…
Happy New Year + No Sugar January
Happy New Year! It’s that time of year when everyone is making resolutions, hitting the gym, and creating vision boards to inspire them to pursue their dreams. I love hearing what other people are doing to set themselves up for a great year. And today, I’m going to share a practice my daughter and I…