Caprese Skewers with Marinated Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Prosciutto, and Lemony Basil Pesto

Entertaining is one of my favorite things to do, and with the gorgeous summer weather, we have been dining al fresco a lot! One of the biggest things when it comes to entertaining is feeding guests as soon as possible…

Side Dishes, RecipesMariaJuly 19, 2016Meat, Nut-Free, Snacks, VegetablesComment

Marinated Mozzarella

Like any good Italian girl, I love mozzarella cheese! It is stamped into our DNA.

Many Italians like spicy food as well, but that love didn’t start for me until after having my son.

Side Dishes, RecipesMariaJuly 18, 2016appetizer, cheese, make ahead, Meatless, mozzarella, Nut-Free, olive oil Comments

Watermelon Caprese Salad with Go Raw Watermelon Seeds

Is it possible to get enough watermelon in the summertime?? I love when watermelon is super cold, perfectly firm, and extra sweet. Summer and watermelon just go hand-in-hand, so why not create as many recipes as possible using it?

Holidays, Main Dishes, RecipesMariaJuly 14, 20164th of July, Fruit, Meatless, Nut-Free, Snacks, VegetarianComment

Chocolate Dipped Watermelon

It isn’t summer until you have had watermelon!! It is one of my favorite things to have all summer long. I love adding it to salads like my Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Basil, and even as dessert.

Children, Desserts, Entertaining, RecipesMariaJuly 8, 20164th of July, Baking, Chocolate, Fruit, Nut-FreeComment

Breakfast Tacos with Sour Cream Scrambled Eggs

Is anyone else as breakfast obsessed as I am?? I could have it for every meal…all the time…every day…

I also happen to love tacos! I mean, who doesn’t? So, why not marry the two!?

Veggie tacos are my favorite “go-to” recipe during the week.

Breakfast, RecipesMariaJune 29, 2016Meatless, Seasonings, Vegetables, VegetarianComment

Sautéed Green Beans with Lemony Gremolata

I am always looking for ways to change up veggies to make them more fun and interesting. I think most people are as well! Honestly, I am a huge weirdo, and I love eating veggies super plain.

Side Dishes, RecipesMariaJune 21, 2016Breads, Meatless, Nut-Free, Snacks, St- Patrick's Day, Vegetables, Vegetarian Comment

Crostini with Peaches, Ricotta, Prosciutto, Honey and Basil

I am a sucker for crostini! I mean, who doesn’t love bread and cheese together!? It is a perfect blank canvas to add anything and everything you like.

Entertaining, Side Dishes, RecipesMariaJune 8, 2016Breads, Meat, Meatless, Nut-Free, Snacks, Vegetarian Comment

The Great American Cook In! Meal Prep with Egg and Hash Brown Cups

I know that picking up food or ordering takeout can be quick and easy, but it leaves you eating unhealthy food. You typically do not know all of the ingredients in your meal, and you end up spending more money.

Breakfast, Children, DIY & Crafts, Organization, RecipesMariaMay 3, 2016Baking, Meat, Meatless, Vegetables Comments

Time for Grilling Season with Hebrew National

The weather has finally started to warm up, so I have started entertaining for family and friends ‘al fresco’, which means it’s time to fire up the BBQ. Grilling adds such a great char flavor to food that you just can’t get from a stovetop.

DIY & Crafts, Drinks, Entertaining, Main Dishes, Side Dishes, RecipesMariaApril 28, 2016Fruit, MeatComment

Grilled Corn with Parmesan and Fresh Herbs

Why does everything taste better when it is grilled?? It’s the char, the fresh air, and fresh produce that create a perfect combination. When corn is in season, I cook it up as much as I possibly can.

Children, DIY & Crafts, Main Dishes, Side Dishes, RecipesMariaApril 28, 2016Meatless, Vegetables, VegetarianComment

Pineapple and Mint Margarita

It isn’t Happy Hour without a great drink…and margaritas are always a good idea. I mean, who doesn’t like margaritas?!? Whenever the weather starts to get slightly warmer, I begin to crave all the flavors of summer.