Easy to Freeze

Tip Thursday: Freezing Fresh Fruit for Smoothies

Something I can’t stand is an icy, watered down smoothie. So, I’ve had to find other ways to make smoothies super cold. The best tip I’ve found: Use frozen fruit! Now, after doing some testing, I’ve figured out a few things. I’ve found that unless you have an awesome blender – don’t freeze bananas. Most… Continue reading Tip Thursday: Freezing Fresh Fruit for Smoothies

Easy · homemade · italian · pasta · Recipes

Sun-dried Tomato & Feta Orzo Salad

Orzo has to be my favorite pasta shape and it is so versatile. This salad is so simple and it tastes good cold or warm. It’s great as a side dish or as a main dish with the addition of chicken.

shopping

Shopping Trip: Sur La Table

I receive catalogs from Sur La Table every month and this month it included a lovely ‘$15 off your next purchase’ coupon. And the best part – no minimum purchase. Sur La Table is one of my favorite cooking stores and I always enjoy shopping there. I had been eyeing a few items for a… Continue reading Shopping Trip: Sur La Table

Easy · homemade · italian · pasta · Recipes · Vegetarian

Linguine & Sauce

This is my favorite thing to make for dinner; it’s super easy, inexpensive and delicious. My favorite brand of pasta is Whole Foods 365 brand; it’s organic, imported, and cooks up really well.