Roasted Rosemary Chicken

by Kristianne // 01.27.2013 // 27 Comments

I did it! I successfully cooked my first whole chicken. This probably sounds ridiculous coming from someone who is obsessed with food and cooking, but I have a fear of cooking whole chickens, turkeys, ducks…basically, whole ANYTHING that once roamed... Continue reading →

Zucchini Ribbons

by Kristianne // 01.18.2013 // 20 Comments

I am so excited about this recipe! I was experimenting with the extra organic zucchini I had in my fridge, and decided to try and make zucchini ribbons. Not only is zucchini healthy for you (it is packed with vitamin... Continue reading →

Italian Canederli

by Kristianne // 01.09.2013 // 19 Comments

I brought you back a special treat from Italy: Italian canederli (also known as Knödel in Germany). I am so excited to share this recipe with you, because this dumpling recipe is my new favorite! I can’t get enough of... Continue reading →

German Rotkohl (Red Cabbage)

by Kristianne // 11.19.2012 // 13 Comments

Rotkohl is a German side dish, and it means “red cabbage.” The way it is prepared creates a flavorful, healthy vegetable side that you won’t be able to get enough of. It goes very well with many different main courses... Continue reading →

Slow-Cooked Pork Tacos

by Kristianne // 11.09.2012 // 12 Comments

Aren’t Fridays wonderful? The end of a long, productive week and the start of a relaxing weekend! Since it’s Friday, I declared tonight “Mexican Night!” Growing up my family would have Mexican Night, usually on Friday nights, where my mom... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Curry

by Kristianne // 10.31.2012 // 7 Comments

BOO! Did I scare you?? Happy Halloween! Are you guys sick of pumpkin recipes yet?? Personally, I think it would take a while before I got sick of them. I have been seeing so many delicious recipes all over the... Continue reading →

Chicken Piccata

by Kristianne // 10.30.2012 // 5 Comments

Chicken piccata originated in Italy, and although it looks like a more involved dish, I find it very easy to make. It is a great staple weeknight dish. The combination of butter, lemon and capers create intense flavor with every... Continue reading →

Coconut Pumpkin Soup

by Kristianne // 10.16.2012 // 21 Comments

Homemade pumpkin soup made from scratch makes me so happy. It is one of my favorite comfort foods during the fall season. I can’t take credit for the cute pumpkin bowl idea though, that was all my husband! One day... Continue reading →

Baked Asparagus Fries

by Kristianne // 10.11.2012 // 21 Comments

I just found my new favorite way to eat asparagus – baked asparagus fries! Sooo good. They are perfectly crunchy and go great with marinara sauce. I can imagine many other dips would go great with these asparagus fries as... Continue reading →

Grilled Chicken Pita with Cucumber Yogurt Dressing

by Kristianne // 10.06.2012 // 12 Comments

In college there was this awesome little restaurant called “Pita Pit” close to my apartment … think Subway, but just with pitas! This is my favorite chicken pita recipe because it is super easy and packed with fresh flavor. I... Continue reading →