kiku apple chicken salad

We’ve been thoroughly enjoying summer and all it has to offer. Beach days, lazy hammock naps, lots of reading, early morning bluff hikes, day trips, iced tropical green tea at the local coffee shop, dinners on the deck, tea on the front porch… the list goes on and on… One of my favorite parts of…

carrot cake overnight oats jar

Oh yes! Last night I created another overnight oats jar and this one really turned out good. It’s super healthy and the perfect way to start your day! 1 cup rolled oats (not quick cooking) 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt 1 small banana, peeled and sliced 1 smallish carrot,…

deli “rotisserie” chicken {in a crock pot}

Another lovely, summertime Crock Pot recipe for you to try! This makes a wonderful, dinner when served with mashed potatoes and your favorite steamed veggies. Use the leftovers to make: tacos, chicken salad sandwiches, pot pie, white chicken chili, soup…. The possibilities are endless! The best part about using your slow cooker in the summer…

creamy shiitake mushroom chicken & rice bowl

Oooohhhh…. This was SO good. The perfect, easy comfort food dish on a rainy summer day. It’s made on the stovetop, so you’re whole house won’t heat up while you’re cooking. Yay! We’ve been reading about the health benefits of adding shiitake mushrooms to our diet, so we’ve been throwing them into sauces, gravies, soups,…

grilled chili chicken tacos + watermelon salsa

These tacos showcase all the fresh, delicious flavors of summer! They go together quickly once you grill up your chili chicken thighs. They’re perfect for Friday night dinner on the deck! My bestie, Josh, showed me how to make “food truck-style” taco tortillas one day when he was over for lunch. Pure genius! Seriously, the…