Can you believe Thanksgiving is already around the corner? I’m on the hook for side dishes this year, and sweet potatoes are an absolute staple at every classic Thanksgiving spread. While the marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole is a classic, it’s completely loaded with sugar at…
Perhaps my favorite part of the farmers markets here in Alaska is all the amazing, fresh seafood! Seriously, being able to go to the farmers market and see such a wide selection of good quality and sustainable seafood is absolutely incredible. Amongst my favorites is…
We officially had our first snow of the season in Anchorage! And as cooler weather sets in, I naturally start to crave more warming, filling meals. My Whole30 Butternut Squash Chili will warm you up on those cold days at the end of the year.…
I often make large batches of roasted vegetables, but I also love switching up the flavor by adding some fresh flavors after they’re done in the oven. This is exceptionally easy to do when you’ve saved up a bunch of leftovers that need just a…
Turnips don’t get a lot of love. Usually, they just get sneered at, the vegetable we all ignored as a kid. But let me tell you, these Whole30 mustard roasted turnips will completely change you mind about this oft-maligned root vegetable. Roasting the turnips brings…
While it’s still technically summer everywhere else in the US, Anchorage seems to have moved into its rainy season. But I’m not complaining, because that means the return of soup season! Is there anything more comforting that a steamy bowl of soup when it’s cold…
I’ve found that having simple recipes, like this one for roasted broccoli stems, really help to save money and reduce how often I feel guilty about throwing away food. I don’t know about you, but I’m often disappointed when I throw out excess food. Or…
The zucchinis have started to take over the farmers market! Once the zucchinis start rolling in, it’s time to get creative with how to use them. Fortunately, this isn’t hard to do, as zucchini is one of the most versatile vegetables out there. And while…
Everyone’s favorite summer fruit is surprisingly versatile in savory dishes. Peaches have a sweet tart flavor that blends well with spice and adds an extra burst of flavor to any dish this summer. Baked cod with peach salsa is a dish I am certain to…
Now that we’re deep in the summer months, the farmers markets across the country are in full swing. Doesn’t matter if you’re in Alaska or California, there are plenty of markets to visit and fresh produce to explore. And with every farmers market, there’s likely…
Whenever I hear people talk about their favorite types of fish, salmon almost always tops the list. But where’ the love for trout? I find that many of us overlook trout as a tasty fish to incorporate into our meal plans, and believe it or…
This Blueberry and Lamb Bolognese may sound like a step too far, but I urge you to get out of your comfort zone and try blueberries in a savory dish. We don’t often think of blueberries in a savory way, but they provide two important…
