Rosemary Flatbread Crackers

It’s time we had an appetizer around here. Something that would go perfectly with a side of the best hummus or a simple bowl of salty olives. I’m a big snacker, and this flatbread hits the spot. But be warned- it’s delicious and filling, so if you’re not careful, it will turn into your whole meal! I ate it for breakfast and then had to banish over to the crab feast. Preheat your oven to 450ºF. Then, mix together 1 3/4 … Continue reading

Summer Minestrone Soup

I make variations of this soup for all seasons, and this one is perfect for summer. It’s light, healthy, and loaded with vegetables. The only problem is its name… I never know how to pronounce minestrone. Is it mine-strone or mine-stroney? Well, it’s delicious no matter what it’s called. And it’s also very flexible- you can make this soup a hundred different ways all depending on what ingredients you have available. The secret to making a great soup is to … Continue reading

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

Tomato mozzarella salads epitomize summer. They are refreshing, healthy, and beautiful too. I made this salad from the tomato and basil I had delivered from local farms. Without a doubt, it was the best one I have ever had. To make your own delicious salad, find the freshest ingredients you can. This tomato couldn’t have been any better. So juicy and sweet! Then, layer slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle some olive oil and balsamic vinegar … Continue reading