chilled fennel and grapefruit soup

chilled fennel and grapefruit soup

Our friend, Meredith Smith, is the winemaker for Sawtooth Winery and every now and then we’re not only given a sneak peek but are actually invited to influence what wines get put into bottles. She brings various versions of a wine in unmarked bottles, we taste,...
secret ingredient brownies

secret ingredient brownies

Sometimes it’s ok to keep secrets from your loved ones. Like what is in that box with the big shiny bow under the Christmas tree. Or that surprise party you’re planning. And definitely when you’re packing favorite dessert items full of things that...
blank canvas granola

blank canvas granola

I call this homemade granola recipe “blank canvas granola” because really it’s just a suggestion and totally adaptable to your tastes…or what you have in the cupboard. Really you don’t even need a recipe for it. All you really need What...
how to clean the juicer less

how to clean the juicer less

I may be the last person to the fresh juice party but now that I’m there I’m kicking up my heels. It all started when I was in California visiting a friend and we pulled out her very cool juicer and made a pitcher of the most delicious mix of practically...
chai pumpkin smoothie

chai pumpkin smoothie

Smoothies are just milkshakes with a better reputation. Or at least they can be. Sure, they carry this yoga-pant-wearing, Whole-Food-shopping, healthier-than-thou connotation but often include sugar-laden yogurt (regular or frozen), lots of fruit (more sugar) and some...