Thompson frequently requests banana bread and this is the one recipe we always seem to come back to. It is moist and not overbearingly sweet. There are several iterations of this recipe we use depending on what we are in the mood for. For a slightly healthier bread, we substitute half the butter for applesauce, […]
Flank Steak with Pepita Lime Chimichurri Sauce
A few weekends ago we had the most beautiful weather. We broke out the grill, made this recipe, and ate outside. Of course it snowed a few days after that. But luckily we are back to some wonderful spring temperatures and are planning on many more days of grilling over the next few months. I […]
Egg, White Cheddar, and Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches on Pretzel Buns
A couple summers ago, we went on a trip with Trevor's family to Oregon. When I found out we were staying right by the Tillamook Cheese Factory, I made sure visiting there was at the top of our to-do list. We ended up touring the factory on one of the first days of our trip, […]
Cookie Butter Cookie Ice Cream
You are going to love/hate me for this recipe. It is kind of amazing. And it was most definitely a bad idea to make it the week before year-end finals of my 2nd year of medical school (stress eating, anyone?). I don't regret it though, because I learned that the only thing more delicious than cookie […]
Queso Fundido with Roasted Poblano Vinaigrette
Remember that roasted poblano vinaigrette from the apple, pepita, and queso fresco salad? Well this queso fundido is my favorite way to use the leftover dressing. You can't really go wrong with a melted cheese dip, but this one is even more delicious with the addition of the spicy poblano vinaigrette. It is a Bobby Flay recipe, […]
Roasted Poblano and White Cheddar Soup
I first made this recipe after eating lunch at The Wild Grape Bistro in Salt Lake City. Thompson was a baby at the time, and we always ordered soup for him to eat when we ate at restaurants. After hearing their selection of available soups, I knew the tomato would be best for him, but they also had […]
Apple, Pepita, and Queso Fresco Salad with Roasted Poblano Vinaigrette
Pepitas, apples, and queso fresco are a good combo, but the real star of this recipe is the roasted poblano vinaigrette. It is one of my favorite dressings, and your salad will never be boring when you add this. It packs a lot of flavor, so you only need to use a small amount. You […]
1 Batch, 3 Recipes: Roasted Poblanos
Before I started medical school I was perfectly content spending a lot of time in the kitchen each day. It was relaxing, and I had the time to make whatever recipe I saw or thought up. Now, while I still love being in the kitchen, I just don't have the same amount of time for it. […]
Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Eggs, Spinach, and Pangritata
This pasta is the perfect meal for those nights we forget to plan something for dinner. The ingredients are pretty standard pantry staples, and the meal comes together quickly (we are talking 20 minutes fast). Throw in more spinach than you think you will need--it wilts down quite a bit and I often end up wishing I […]
Rosemary Lemonade
Adding one simple ingredient is often an easy way to revive a classic, and this rosemary lemonade is no exception. The rosemary taste isn't strong, but adds just a nice fresh flavor. I wondered if Thompson would like this more sophisticated lemonade, but he would have downed the whole pitcher himself if I let him. This will definitely […]
Dr. Pepper Oatmeal Cake
Trevor is a big Dr. Pepper fan, so when I first made this Dr. Pepper Oatmeal Cake a few years ago, he was pretty excited to try it out. It didn't disappoint. The cake is similar to a spice cake, but with a little extra depth of flavor from the soda. It is also always perfectly moist […]
Thai Lettuce Wraps with Tamarind Cashew Sauce
Before we were married, Trevor lived in Southeast Asia for 2 years and often craves anything with lemongrass or fish sauce in it. Thompson has also been excited lately about trying foods from different countries, so this meal goes over really well with both of them whenever I make it. Thompson also loves getting to decide […]