Crème Fraîche Tomato Tart

by Kristianne // 08.11.2020 // No Comments

Roasted tomatoes are very flavorful, and this tart filled with crème fraîche showcases a variety of summer tomatoes perfectly. I like to use different color heirloom, roma, and cherry tomatoes to decorate this tart. The crust is a simple no... Continue reading →

Pesto Tomato Pizza

by Kristianne // 02.19.2018 // 8 Comments

On one of my days off this week, I made this thin crust pesto pizza. I have a basil tree that keeps growing like crazy, so I have been making a lot of pesto lately! The first time I tried... Continue reading →

Strawberry Basil Puff Pastry

by Kristianne // 03.13.2017 // No Comments

Spring is only days away, and what better way to celebrate other than in the kitchen! Today I am partnering with Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets to show you how to make strawberry basil puff pastry. This flavorful dessert is... Continue reading →

Power Greens Pesto

by Kristianne // 09.13.2016 // No Comments

Eating my vegetables has always been a challenge for me. I still struggle with getting enough vegetables in my diet every day. Coming up with creative ways to “sneak them in” has worked great. This power greens pesto is just... Continue reading →

Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad

by Kristianne // 06.18.2016 // 1 Comment

What is my favorite cheese? You guessed it – fresh mozzarella! This caprese orzo pasta dish features fresh ingredients, including fresh mozzarella cheese, organic cherry tomatoes I picked up from the Farmers’ Market, pine nuts and orzo tossed in a... Continue reading →

Make-Ahead Herb Dinner Rolls

by Kristianne // 11.08.2015 // 9 Comments

Maybe you have avoiding the big question, but Thanksgiving is quickly approaching so it’s time to face it: are you hosting Thanksgiving this year, or bringing a dish someplace else? Either way, prepping for Thanksgiving dinner can be stressful. This... Continue reading →

Cheesy One Pot Pasta

by Kristianne // 08.24.2015 // 7 Comments

This easy cheesy one pot pasta recipe is perfect for Meatless Monday, and Mondays in general since it is so incredibly easy to make. It reminds me of my college days, when I first learned how to make pasta. I... Continue reading →

Bruschetta Chicken

by Kristianne // 08.19.2015 // 2 Comments

If you are like me, the middle of the week is rough for meals. By the middle or end of the week, I am always trying to pull together whatever is in my refrigerator for an easy dinner to avoid... Continue reading →

Overloaded Bruschetta

by Kristianne // 08.18.2014 // 8 Comments

Days like today make me a little nostalgic. It has been cold and foggy outside ever since I woke up this morning in San Francisco. Even though it has been like this a lot this summer, for some reason, today... Continue reading →

Pesto and Tomato Tilapia

by Kristianne // 08.15.2014 // 6 Comments

Pesto is a great way to use up extra basil leaves. I always buy a large package of them at the store when I only need it for one or two recipes for that week, and am left with a... Continue reading →