Savory Oatmeal with Garlicky Greens and Bacon
You’re probably wondering why it’s the end of June and I’m posting a recipe for savory oatmeal. Sunny and warm mornings greet us as we wake, new flowers blossoming on the patio where I enjoy breakfast...
View ArticlePaleo Morning Glory Muffins
Rainy days give me every reason to remain indoors, wrapped in a tattered sweatshirt, my hair in braids and a light hearted book in hand. I can’t resist the urge to bake, as I crave food with warm...
View ArticleSalty Honey Coconut Milk Ice Cream {dairy-free}
If given the choice of pie, cake, or ice cream, this girl will pick a bowl of the cool creamy stuff every time. No matter what season it is, I have a favorite. Peppermint stick in the depths of winter,...
View ArticleSmall Space Living: Tips for Building a Vertical Garden
I love colorful flowers, I love fresh food. Every year I have good intentions, decorating our patio with a few baskets of beauties and planting tomatoes, peppers and herbs in a small area below our 3rd...
View ArticleHoney Nut Cluster & Sweet Potato Chip Snack Mix {paleo}
Homemade party mix – the common thread of all summer picnics, holiday parties, and road trips. My mom’s rendition of this classic is one forever etched in my mind, and on my tastebuds. She didn’t hold...
View ArticleIn My Summer Kitchen
No matter what state you call home, this time of year is captured best with beautiful, fresh food. More often than not, my summer meals come together without a recipe. I’m moved by the flavors of the...
View ArticleBlistered Green Beans with Crushed Almonds
Although I named this post after a simple recipe, it could very well be “How I Came to Love the Humble Green Bean.” Something about their texture just wasn’t for me. I’d made them many ways – steamed,...
View ArticleGhee Braised Radishes & Thyme
Never would I have imagined the joy that flowed through my hands as I picked these tiny radishes and fresh herbs from my vertical garden. Even though it may have been a small harvest, the fact that I...
View ArticleCrispy {Baked} Tortilla Chip Crusted Zucchini
I’m so glad zucchini is getting its day in the spotlight thanks to the spiralizing trend. People who swore off this vegetable for years are now putting “zoodles” on their plate, a win for health and...
View ArticleJuicy, Cuban Pulled Pork {slow-cooker option}
Take-out dinners are rare in our house, but we do love Chipotle bowls for a quick and healthy meal when life gets in the way. In fact, the servings are so big that we often are able to order once, eat...
View ArticleBerry Apple Buckle Cake {gluten-free}
As soon as I stepped off the plane last week from Alaska (blog post to come about that incredible trip) onto Minnesota soil, I knew fall had arrived. The day I left was a scorcher, topping 94 degrees...
View ArticleCumin Spiced Meatballs with Roasted Garlic Aioli
How do you define a great meatball? In my mind, they’re a lot of things. Seared and browned on the outside, giving way to a juicy, fluffy interior. They aren’t laden with tomato sauce because you miss...
View ArticleEasy Mango Cucumber Fruit Kabobs
This recipe is sponsored by the National Mango Board, a year-long partner of Heartbeet Kitchen. Juicy, fresh mango. Refreshing cucumber. Creamy mozzarella. Cool mint. These cute little numbers take...
View ArticleHomemade Gluten-Free Cherry Pie
A homemade gluten-free cherry pie recipe, made with tart (sour) cherries that are cooked on the stovetop. No canned pie filling here! The gluten-free pie crust is made without xanthan gum, and is...
View ArticlePlum Habanero Salsa (canning recipe)
A tequila infused Plum Habanero Salsa, preserved using the water bath canning method. The ripe plums mellow the heat of the habanero peppers to create a unique and delicious salsa. Step by step...
View ArticleMango Lava Flow (cocktail recipe)
This fruity mango cocktail is a crowd-pleaser, especially in the summertime. A twist on the classic lava flow drink, you’ll swirl together a rum infused mango puree and coconut pineapple puree. Easy...
View ArticleHot Pepper Jelly Recipe (for canning)
Learn how to make homemade hot pepper jelly, with this water bath canning recipe. Made with a combination of bell peppers and jalapeños, the sweet and spicy flavors pair perfectly together. Serve this...
View ArticleNo-Fuss Rotisserie Chicken on the Grill
Learn how to make this easy rotisserie chicken on a gas grill, and turns out incredibly moist and juice, with the crackliest, golden brown skin. There’s no overnight marinade or brining, just a simple...
View ArticleNo-Bake Coconut Mango Cheesecake Bites
These no-bake mango cheesecakes are cool and creamy. A refreshing dessert that features a fresh mango topping! The cheesecake bites are made in a muffin tin, and have a simple almond date crust. This...
View ArticleEasy Tart Cherry Frosé
Cool off with frozen rosé, a wine slushie made with frozen Montmorency tart cherries and rosé wine. It’s bold and refreshing, and so pretty with its gorgeous red hue. This easy recipe has just four...
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