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Classic Aperol Spritz

May 16, 2019 13 Comments

We’re going to Italy this summer, so I’m celebrating with this classic Aperol spritz recipe! Aperol spritzes are ultra refreshing, not-too-sweet bubbly cocktails.

A proper Aperol spritz tastes like summertime in Italy and looks like a golden orange sunset. I’ll gladly sip one on our front porch now, overlooking our overgrown front yard, and later, with a view of the Italian Riviera.

The Aperol spritz has been in the spotlight over the past week, since the New York Times boldly declared that “The Aperol Spritz Is Not a Good Drink.” Grub Street shot back that the “Entire Internet Agrees Aperol Spritz Is, in Fact, Good.”

I, for one, find the Aperol spritz to be entirely delightful. Both articles are written with the assumption that you have tried an Aperol spritz, but what if you haven’t? I vote that we all make some this weekend and decide for ourselves.

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Crispy Smashed Potatoes

May 14, 2019 17 Comments

Would you look at those crisp and golden potatoes? Tell me you don’t want to eat those puppies straight off the pan. Yeah, I know you do. I do, too. These crispy smashed potatoes are best when they’re hot and fresh, so right off the pan is actually the best serving method.

Smashed potatoes are fun for brunch or dinner. They’re also perfect any time you get a hankering for some crispy potatoes, but want something a little more redeeming than French fries. They go great with hearty salads, too, when salad-for-dinner feels too austere.

These smashed potatoes are a fun way to use up the bag of potatoes in your pantry. They’re gluten free and vegan, too, for all to enjoy.

Smashed potatoes aren’t the quickest potato option around (you’ll boil them until tender, then smash and bake), but they are not difficult to make. Will you try them this weekend?

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25 Fresh Mother’s Day Recipes

May 11, 2019 10 Comments

Mother’s Day snuck up on me this year! I’ve rounded up my favorite spring-y recipes for the last-minute people like me.

These fresh, vegetarian recipes are organized by category (savory and sweet brunch options, salads and sides, main dishes and desserts). I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Brunch Recipes

Looking for a simple, foolproof brunch combo? Make a frittata and breakfast potatoes, and serve with mimosas.

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Easy Romesco Sauce

May 8, 2019 23 Comments

Romesco sauce is an unforgettable sauce. It’s bold, zippy and full of roasted tomato and pepper flavor. You know how much I love sauces, and romesco is a great one.

Romesco originated in a city called Tarragona in Catalonia, the northeastern-most region of Spain that touches France. Tarragona is a port city, and the fishermen there made romesco sauce to liven up the day’s catches. I enjoy romesco sauce on roasted and grilled vegetables, and much more.

I know I said this already, but I love sauces. Sauces have the power to bring together basic staples, like leftover cooked rice and vegetables, and turn them into a meal you can get excited about.

I especially love sharing sauce recipes from around the globe. Sauces offer us insight into other cuisine’s key flavors, and make me want to travel to taste the originals. Sauces can transport you to another place, whether that’s another part of the world or tasting the next best thing in your own kitchen.

As you’ll read, I made a few substitutions to make this romesco sauce easy to make with basic American grocery store ingredients. I think you’ll love it.

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Halloumi Tacos with Pineapple Salsa & Aji Verde

May 3, 2019 47 Comments

Oh boy. We’ve been working up to this recipe all week and I’m so excited to share these tacos with you today!

These vegetarian tacos feature fried halloumi cheese (more on that in a minute), fresh pineapple salsa and aji verde (Peruvian green hot sauce).

It’s a cultural mishmash of components, but the end result was meant to be. Maybe we can call them Mexican(ish).

These sweet-and-spicy tacos are giving my favorite vegetarian tacos a run for their money. Which is fine with me, because tacos can do no wrong.

I propose that you invite some friends over this weekend and make tacos! You can prepare the salsa and sauce before your guests arrive. Ready?

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Fresh Pineapple Salsa

May 2, 2019 14 Comments

Looking for a fun, fresh party appetizer? This colorful pineapple salsa recipe will be a big hit. It’s a little sweet, a little spicy, and 100% delicious.

Perhaps pineapple salsa sounds crazy at first glance, but it’s not when you think about it. Tomatoes are technically fruit, too, and they’re also sweet in flavor. If you don’t believe me, I dare you to give this pineapple salsa a try!

I originally adapted this recipe from my mango salsa recipe, and shared it in my cookbook. In the book, I called this recipe “pineapple pico de gallo” because its texture is more similar to traditional pico de gallo.

Unlike my favorite red salsa, you’ll dice the ingredients instead of blitz them together in a food processor. In fact, the smaller you dice the ingredients, the better your salsa turns out.

I’ve been craving this pineapple salsa lately, so I thought I’d share it on the blog, too. Salsa for everyone!

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Cookie and Kate

Classic Aperol Spritz

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

25 Fresh Mother’s Day Recipes

Brunch Recipes

Savory

Sweet

Easy Romesco Sauce

Halloumi Tacos with Pineapple Salsa & Aji Verde

Fresh Pineapple Salsa

Spring Recipes

Perfect Roasted Asparagus

Mujaddara (Lentils and Rice with Caramelized Onions)

Farro and Kale Salad with Goat Cheese

Favorite Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Classic Tomato Soup (Lightened Up!)

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