Crustless Cheesy Spinach Quiche

March 5, 2013

The thought of eating gluten-free has entered my mind on many occasions over the last few years; however, until recently, I avoided the experiment because I couldn’t really get my mind around not eating wheat. As a busy mom of two, I felt that my life was crazy enough without adding the stress of having to closely monitor everything I put into my mouth, plus I was hesitant to jump on the bandwagon that so many others seemed to be riding. I in no way doubt the legitimacy of those suffering from Celiac disease and other medically documented conditions, but …

Lavender Crème Brûlée with Fresh Blueberries

June 30, 2012

If you have kids (and even if you don’t), you know how crazy life can be sometimes. It’s often 8:30 before the wee ones are down for the night, then comes cleaning, responding to emails, and gearing up for the next day. With so many tasks on the docket and usually very little time, it’s not surprising that quality marital moments are hard to come by. Life swells and easily overtakes us unless we are intentional about carving out space to have meaningful connections. Last night, thanks in large part to my sister-in-law and her husband letting us put the …

Tangy Caesar Salad with Crispy Prosciutto

March 28, 2012

Maybe it’s the sunshine, warmth, and blossoming cherry trees, signaling the start of springtime in Seattle. Perhaps it’s the hope of positive change I feel forthcoming in the life of our family. Or it could be the rejuvenation that comes when my 8 week old charmer of a son has started sleeping 6-7 hour stretches at night. I’m not certain of the source, but in the last week or two, I’ve noticed considerably more spring in my step. For the first time in quite a while, excitement is stirring in me as I anticipate the good that is to come …

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Crustless Cheesy Spinach Quiche

Lavender Crème Brûlée with Fresh Blueberries

Tangy Caesar Salad with Crispy Prosciutto