Tag: Brown sugar

  • Mexi-Carrots

    As soon as Ellie started eating dinner with us, I immediately started worrying about our vegetable intake. I mean really. Could I be more cliché? As far as vegetables go, Ellie is actually pretty responsive at this point, and I’m making the most of it while it lasts. The big problem we face is that…

  • Pumpkin Spice Granola

    For fall, I took my usual granola recipe and switched it up with pumpkin and warm spices. The result is a sweet and hearty snack that’s perfect for the season. I put almonds and pecans in mine, but you could use any nut mix you’d like. Also, feel free to adjust the spices to your taste. The possibilities…

  • At the Market: Grilled Plum Crumble

    With their beautiful deep color, plums make a pretty addition to a dinner plate. With this recipe, I created a healthier version of a plum crumble. Pecans, spiced yogurt, brown sugar and butter, add a decadent touch to this in season fruit. Creamy and buttery, it’s the perfect ending to a summer meal.

  • Cinnamon Sugar Peaches

    This dish isn’t really a recipe, so much as an easy way to jazz up peaches. Cinnamon and brown sugar combine to create a light syrup for sliced peaches. Chopped walnuts add crunch, and a honey-yogurt sauce adds a bit of cream. The taste is warm and decadent, but the ingredients are fairly virtuous. Try it tonight with…