Tag Archives: almonds
Swedish Almond Cake
Last week, I read an article by Dorie Greenspan in The New York Times Magazine about the Swedish custom of fika, or twice-daily breaks where people drink coffee, eat something sweet, and talk. We need more of that in America. I … Continue reading
Peaches and Cream Oatmeal
I always put peaches on top of my oatmeal but I never mix them in. All that changed this morning. I decided to make peaches and cream oatmeal. The name is a little deceiving because there’s no real cream, but … Continue reading
Cinnamon Porridge with Maple Fried Banana
I’m so happy because SPRING IS HERE. I’m a little premature shouting that out because apparently, we’re in for some cold weather this weekend. But at least for the time being, I’m celebrating. On one of the last cold days … Continue reading
Farro Salad with Arugula and Chickpeas
I usually go out for dinner at least one night during the weekend but this weekend, I cooked the whole time. It’s okay, though, because this farro salad with radish and parm was worth it. I made the salad Saturday … Continue reading
Turmeric Maple Granola
I’ve wanted to make turmeric granola for a while. Last night, I finally got around to it. Granola is one of my favorite things to bake because it’s so easy. You mix a bunch of nuts, seeds, oats, and sweetener … Continue reading
Sweet Potato, Kale, and Chickpea Sheet Pan Salad
I don’t eat a lot of salad in the winter, mostly because I can’t find the ingredients I want. I start missing fresh, juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes, berries, and vibrant greens. I never thought I’d say this but in the winter, … Continue reading
Maple Ginger Oatmeal
When I was living in France, I chaperoned a school trip to London. It was one of the best and most exhausting experiences of my life: Best because I realized that I could keep track of 50 fifth-graders in a … Continue reading
Carrot Turmeric Coconut Soup
The weather in St. Louis has been unpredictable lately. A few weeks ago it felt like it was approaching winter territory, and then this past weekend it felt like an early spring. I’m not complaining because I’d much rather have … Continue reading
Blueberry Crème Fraîche Oatmeal
Blueberries and crème fraîche are one of the ultimate power couples. They go down in history next to other great power couples like Michelle and Barack, Batman and Robin, and Beyoncé and Jay-Z. I found some crème fraîche on sale … Continue reading