I don’t know about you, but I tend to do less baking in the summer. Whenever I crave cookies, I make Energy Bites. Packed with dried fruit and nuts, they’re wonderful treats to take on a trips or hikes. I like to roll the dough in coconut flakes. Chopped pistachios or pecans would work well too. The possibilities are endless for these sweet little snacks.
How to add chia seeds to a smoothieLately, I’ve been experimenting with chia seeds. The little seeds are known for their omega-3 fatty acids along with increasing your daily iron, fiber, calcium, and magnesium. I’ve read that adding chia seeds to smoothies is an easy way to get a daily serving. The trick is to soak the seeds in water before blending them into the drink.
If you have any chia seed recipes let me know. I loved trying them in my blackberry acai smoothie. Continue reading “Blackberry Acai Smoothie”
When I’m cooking for a special guest, I like to impress them with my saffron risotto. The sweetness of saffron paired with the nuttiness of aged nut cheese transforms this risotto into a wonderful dish. You’ll be surprised at how easy risotto is to make. I found the key is using Vialone Nano rice as a base. Today, I’m excited to share my secret recipe with you. Continue reading “Saffron Risotto”
My first month of blogging was a blast. I love connecting with fellow foodies around the world. And a big thank you to my fellow bloggers. I assure you that I’m following your culinary journeys too. Continue reading “Chocolate Cupcakes with Coconut Milk Ganache”
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