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Mediterranean Salmon Farro Bowls

August 22, 2016 By Lane 31 Comments

I was trying to think of something great to make for dinner while at the cabin this weekend. I knew it was going to be just my husband and I and our 5 year old, so I was looking for something simple. I also knew it was going to be rainy, so I wanted something comforting. My 5 year old and I had been watching Pioneer Woman on Food Network (I will happily to admit to having the biggest girlcrush on Ree…) when he said, “mama we should make that sometime…but I won’t eat the radishes”. I have to admit that I hadn’t really been paying attention, but when I did…Mediterranean Salmon Farro Bowls were born!

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Mediterranean Couscous Salad

June 6, 2016 By Lane 12 Comments

Salad, salad, salad. Salad seems to be all that is on my mind lately. It’s finally warm outside. Everything is finally blooming. Gardens have been planted. Community supported agriculture programs are in full swing. Vegetables are plentiful and flavorful. This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is a great way to use up all of these beautiful farmer’s market finds. …

Radish and Cucumber Tzatziki

May 13, 2016 By Lane Leave a Comment

I’ve been slightly obsessed with radishes lately. I am seeing them everywhere…beautiful pictures in magazines, huge bundles at the farmer’s market, piles at the co-op. They are gorgeous this time of year, spicy, crunchy and so fresh! So when I came across this recipe I knew I had to make it. And I’m so, so glad I did! Similar to the gyro dip you always ask for more of (OK, well I also ask for more of), with the same addictive qualities….

Peanut Vegetable Noodles

April 25, 2016 By Lane 2 Comments

Vegetables. A rainbow of vegetables of every color. To me these beautiful vegetables herald summer, and we’re all ready for that here in Minnesota! I’ve been trying to add more vegetables to the foods that my family has been eating as, I must admit, we have slipped into a rut over the winter. I’d also like to be a better steward of the planet by eating less meat (this is sadly not so easy for my family). One of the things I am trying to incorporate into our weekly meal plan is Meatless Monday. These Peanut Vegetable Noodles fit the bill!…