Simple Wheat Noodles with Edamame
This past week one thing has been sticking with me, as we move through a holiday season that is notorious for indulgence, and that is that sometimes the simplest things in life are the best. Now, the pumpkin pie cinnamon rolls I made for brunch this weekend hardly fit the definition of simple, but, with...
Olive Focaccia
Thanksgiving’s veggie-antipasto platter left me with a random assortment of olives in my fridge. I had been wanting to try my hand at making an olive foccacia for some time, so I set off in search of a good recipe. Using the trusty “google technique” led me to this lovely little site . I made...
Cranberry Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Kevin’s parents were supposed to come for a visit so I thought Cranberry Apple Cinnamon Rolls would be a perfect breakfast. But, Mother Nature put the freeze on that with a terrible weekend storm. Although we missed them, we do have the rolls….which are pretty dang good (however, they don’t replace the company). I personally...
Banana Oatcakes with Protein
Mmmmm Pancakes! I love to whip up a quick batch of pancakes and rarely ever measure exactly in interest of time, as I am often juggling roles of cook/baby entertainer and trying to get breakfast into my husband’s hands before he’s out the door to work! These pancakes are made much healthier than the traditional...
Roasted Yams & Sweet Potatoes with Lime, Cilanto & Toasted Walnut
If you have read a few of my recipes then by now you have perhaps noticed several themes, not the least of which is that I love to purchase fresh produce from food co-ops and farmer’s markets as often as possible; this weekend was no exception. Summer and I went to the last day of...
Pot Roast with Fall Vegetables
This seasonal take on Pot Roast turned out to be a real winner in my book. Acorn and butternut squash mingle with earthy potatoes and carrots to make a hearty and healthy meal. Circumstance brought this meal together, as I had intended on roasting the vegetables and beef separately. Time, the size of my oven...
Chickpeas Two Ways
It always goes this way for me: The days where I have the least time are the days when I most need good nutrition but am most likely to reach for junk! Feel the same way? Well, add these two recipes to your collection and you’ll have something easy to fall back on in times...
Baked Apples Plain and Simple
One of the simplest most satisfying desserts I know is a baked apple. Fragrant with spices, dried fruit and nuts there’s really no way you can go wrong. And, it can be ready in a pinch on crisp autumn evening. Any apple will do, however I prefer more tart varieties as they have a stronger...
Hearty Meatloaf with Rosemary Mashed Potatoes
Nothing says comfort like a hearty meatloaf with a side of mashed potatoes. Meatloaf is a classic that I don’t make very often, but is always well received. In this version I lighten it up on calories but not on taste. Add a side of mashed potatoes with splash of buttermilk and rosemary, along with...
Autumn Couscous Pilaf
For me, Autumn Couscous Pilaf exemplifies the season. Sweet notes of squash and cranberries meld together with savory rosemary and thyme making a perfect side (or main dish) for fall. The farmers market is full of winter squash, which makes it one of my favorite times of year. I use most winter squash interchangeably in...
Pumpkin Oats
Fall is in the air, as they say, so what better time to add pumpkin to everything…including oats. I love pumpkin and can find scads of ways to fit it into my cooking. Not only is pumpkin delicious (prepared in both savory and sweet ways), it’s loaded with nutrients and fiber. Alpha and Beta carotenes...
Grilled Sausage Salad with Spicy Balsamic Dressing
Salads are some of my favorite meals. A salad with protein? Even better! I discovered some delicious Italian style “sausages” recently by Field Roast Grain Meat Co. that I really love and when I saw them in the fridge I knew I should make them for lunch. Typically I would put sausages like these on...
Hi! I'm Summer Marchesseau currently residing in Salt Lake City, UT. This blog is a collection of my love for cooking, exercise and wellness. You'll find endless recipes that are easy to make, taste great and fill you with all the right elements. I want you to see how easy it is to eat clean, all day, every day.
