Recipes
Our favorite “pre-workout” slushie
Sacramento summers are crazy hot (45 days over 100 so far this year) and sports practices usually land around the hottest time of the day. My son is playing football and my girls are playing soccer; I am coaching one of their teams so I am braving the heat, as well. Before practice, we’ve been…
Read More“Yummas” Hummus
Ok, it’s cheesy, I know, but most of my family members call is “Yummas” Hummus so I had to make it the title of the recipe. This is my tried-and-true hummus recipe that I am REQUIRED to bring to several family holidays, notably Father’s Day and Armenian Thanksgiving. I’m fairly certain my father-in-law wouldn’t let…
Read MoreBlack Bean Tostadas
I love chips and dip, like, LOVE chips and dip. Whenever I get a craving for them, I make these black bean tostadas. In no time, you can throw together a little slaw, make the bean spread, and top with avocado and salsa. Frying corn tortillas in an air fryer helps cut the time and…
Read MorePesto Farro Salad
This is one of those salads you can make a meal, use as a tasty side dish, or bring to a brunch or BBQ and impress your friends! Farro is a delicious whole grain wheat that looks like barley and has a decent amount of protein and fiber so it’s a great new addition to…
Read MoreBreakfast Strata with What You Gotta
This was one of my go-to recipes when I cooked at a bed and breakfast. You prep it the night before and cook it the following day, making it particularly awesome for holidays and brunches. It’s also a great way to clean out your refrigerator, as you can easily use the vegetables, breads and cheese…
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