Slow Cooker German Pork
Growing up, many family birthday celebrations were at Grandma’s house (the German one I told you about with a stomach of steel). She had two dishes that she usually made: pork with sauerkraut or beef sauerbraten with potato pancakes. I never thought much about dinner though; I just knew there was going to be a […]
Salmon Chowder
I honestly thought I knew what “real” winter was now that I live in Zurich. Boy was I wrong. I had no idea about winter weather until our recent trip to Finland. I am generally a cold person, which doesn’t help matters. I bought one of those blanket scarves this year, and even though my husband […]
Cashew Parmesan
I have a friend that lives in Burlington, Vermont. I visited her and her wonderful town a few years ago (read more about it here) and I loved everything about it. From the cute streets and shops, to the nice people, the great restaurants, and the lively community atmosphere, I could definitely see myself living […]
How to Make Perfect Brown Rice Every Time
I used to hate making brown rice. It always took way longer than the box said and I would get impatient, take if off before it was done, and then I’d end up eating extra chewy rice. It made eating brown rice feel like a chore…like I was eating it because I had to, not […]
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Granola
Sometimes in life we have every intention of trying something out but we just drag our feet. Until one day, we finally do it and wonder what the heck took us so long. I’ve been meaning to try Zumba ever since I fell in love with Latin dance while living in South America in 2009. […]
What a Gluten Free, Dairy Free Diet Can Look Like
As soon as I say my Meal Plans are gluten free and dairy free, people give me this look like I’m crazy. Why would they sign up to eat that way for a whole entire month? Am I trying to torture them? No, actually, just the opposite. I’m trying to show the world that real food […]
