This is my special autumn appetizer and an unexpected twist on the classic bruschetta. Using the seasonal butternut squash, a trilogy of fresh herbs, and some light and bright ricotta, this will become a fall favorite of everyone. Dealing with fresh herbs doesn’t have to be a tedious process. Laying the sprigs right on vegetables [...]

We passed this adorable restaurant while strolling through Bar Harbor. A heavy, healthy breakfast was important before another long day of hiking in Acadia National Park! Our favorite hike was around Jordan Pond. Side note: Go to Maine. Go to Acadia. Magnificient. The menu at Jeannie’s Great Maine Breakfast was diverse and suitable for various [...]

We have officially had a full week of gray, rainy days in Charlotte. I have to really, really push through the way that weighs me down. Even though the kitchen is my oasis and I love love love to cook, I drag when there’s no sunshine. Enter a slow cooker recipe that turned out so [...]