homemade pizza

This is the first time that I have made homemade pizza dough from yeast, flour, kosher salt, sugar, water and olive oil.  It was super easy and yielded enough for two pizzas!  Tim and I topped this one and the girls topped a smaller one.  The veggies and herbs that came from our garden were green bell pepper, red onion, jalapenos and fresh oregano.  So satisfying!

Do you have any homemade pizza dough tips? 

spiced pumpkin waffles

You don't have to wait until fall to enjoy the comfort of pumpkin.  Loaded with Vitamin A and fiber, this waffle is healthy and delicious!

What "seasonal" foods do you eat out of season?

frozen hot chocolate

Inspired by Serendipity 3 in New York City.  I have heard so much about this little dessert cafe and of course, fell in love with the idea of it from the movie Serendipity.  This frozen hot chocolate is the perfect treat for a summer afternoon and to satisfy a chocolate craving!

What restaurant dishes have you tried to recreate?

goat cheese toasts

The combination of toasted whole wheat crostini with goat cheese and sicilian green olives makes this a perfect appetizer.

What is your favorite appetizer?

chicken caesar salad

The homemade toasted bread croutons and homemade creamy dressing makes this stand out above your local French cafe.  A perfect lunch!

What are you eating for lunch today?

apple cream pie

All-American apple pie with a twist.  Baked with half-and-half as the cream makes for a delicious bite!

What foods do you consider All-American?

grilled cheese and salsa*

*tomatoes, jalapenos and red onion from our garden

Have you ever tried dipping grilled cheese in salsa?  If not, give it a try!