Archives for June 2012

Homemade Hummus

We’re still celebrating the blog’s 1st birthday!  And, all weekend I’ve been thinking of every possible way to use my new Ninja Blender (and consequently, you can still enter to win your very own too).  I blended mid-afternoon Margaritas, made Mom’s fresh chilled cucumber soup, and whipped up my first-ever batch of hummus. As with my homemade Nutella experiment this past winter, I realized I was spending so much money buying the spreads when it’s literally just as easy (and cheaper) to make homemade batches.  After all, at least you’re assured … [Read more...]

1st Birthday Celebration: Ninja Blender Giveaway

Happy 1st birthday to the blog!!! Exactly one year ago the first of Mom's recipes, Cheeseburger Pie, was unveiled to the blogosphere! What a wild ride it's been: from VIP food events, to featured articles, to featured recipes, to hob-nobbing with world-renown chefs, to working alongside some amazing brands. One year ago today: I didn't know how to boil pasta...I had no idea how to cut an avocado...my meals were usually dialed up from a menu. Today, my kitchen fridge and pantry are always well-stocked, I actually meal plan for the … [Read more...]