Nothing is quite as satisfying as the classic margarita. Tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime, and a touch of salt are hard to beat, but this version uses fresh Cara Cara orange juice to give it an extra orangey kick. It also turns it a pleasing sunset coral pink color.
Read MoreLast week I got to spend my birthday picking oranges in the sunshine and it was the perfect day! Underwood Family Farms is located about 45 minutes outside of Los Angeles and it is a place I discovered this summer where you can pick your own fruits and vegetables.
Read MoreThese winter months are where California really shines. The air is cool, the sun is warm, and around every corner is a citrus tree bursting with fruit. It has become a tradition in January that I will buy a new tree to add to my little growing collection.
Read MoreThis year has been challenging to say the least, so I wanted to make our Thanksgiving feel thoughtful and special. Usually, I am the neutral queen, but this year I wanted to add in some warmer tones.
Read MoreThis time of year I love to make big batches of chicken stock to have in the freezer for whenever I want to make soup, especially good, old-fashioned chicken noodle soup.
Read MoreAgrodolce is a sweet and sour sauce typically made from vinegar and honey and in this case- chiles for a bit of heat. This addictive syrupy glaze is one of my favorite things to add to roasted or grilled vegetables.
Read MoreAt the farmers market, I love seeing the colors change to the deep golden tones of brown and yellow indicative its’s October, even if the lingering heat doesn’t make it feel like fall. This time of year brings out some of my favorite things to cook with apples, pears, squashes, and potatoes.
Read MoreNo doubt Fall has to be the best seasons for recipes and this Brown Butter Apple Crisp happens to be my most favorite. I love to use a mix of tart baking apples such as Braeburn, Honey Crisp, or the classic Granny Smith.
Read MoreMy favorite room in the house is the kitchen and I have been in there a lot during this pandemic, so I have really relied on these hardworking essentials .
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