Buche de Noel

by Kristianne // 12.25.2020 // No Comments

One of the things I look forward to every Christmas is making a bûche de Noël (also known as Yule log cake). It has sort of become a tradition the past few years to make the chocolate sponge cake filled with... Continue reading →

Tomato Spinach Quiche

by Kristianne // 08.26.2020 // No Comments

I can eat quiche for any meal, any time, hot or cold. My favorite thing about this summer-inspired quiche is the crust. It is made with olive oil instead of butter, and has a distinct flavor that I just love.... Continue reading →

Spinach, Mushroom and Cottage Cheese Crêpes

by Kristianne // 08.06.2020 // No Comments

I could eat crêpes for breakfast, lunch or dinner, what about you? Do you like them sweet or savory? I love both, it just depends on my mood! I made these spinach, mushroom and cottage cheese crêpes for a late... Continue reading →

Easy Spiced Pumpkin Palmiers Using Puff Pastry Sheets

by Kristianne // 09.30.2016 // 5 Comments

Can you tell I am catching “pumpkin fever”?? I can’t help it, there are just too many good things to make with pumpkin. Speaking of good things, you have to try this super easy spiced pumpkin palmier recipe. They are... Continue reading →

Mini Cherry Galettes

by Kristianne // 08.07.2015 // No Comments

Ahhhh the galette. My very favorite pastry to make! The French galette is a free form pastry that is very forgiving. You can throw a ball of this sweet galette dough on a floured surface and roll into any shape... Continue reading →

French Onion Soup

by Kristianne // 07.06.2014 // 10 Comments

I know what you might be thinking…SOUP, in the SUMMER? Well, it has been close to freezing here in San Francisco the past few weeks so it feels like winter to me! When I first heard about onion soup, I... Continue reading →

Fruit Tart

by Kristianne // 05.19.2014 // 10 Comments

This past weekend was my pharmacy school graduation weekend, and I had so much fun spending time with family and friends. I can’t describe the feelings I had walking across the stage after 8 long years of working towards my... Continue reading →

Chocolate Crêpes

by Kristianne // 02.11.2014 // 27 Comments

Let the Valentine’s Day countdown begin! To start Valentine’s Week off (yes I turned Valentine’s Day into a whole week because I love it so much!), here is a romantic Valentine’s Day breakfast idea: chocolate crêpes with chocolate hazelnut spread... Continue reading →

Tomato and Zucchini Tart

by Kristianne // 10.20.2013 // 6 Comments

This weekend the weather is gorgeous in San Francisco. When I look out my windows, it reminds me of summer weather, and I forget it is already fall! However, it is a little chilly outside! I made this tomato zucchini... Continue reading →

Asparagus Risotto

by Kristianne // 10.14.2013 // 10 Comments

My one day off this week went by too fast! I spent most of the day in the kitchen – cooking and cleaning (we just had our cabinets redone and you should have seen the living room full of the... Continue reading →