by Flora Caputo | Jun 18, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Red currants are hard to find, yet hubby always wants to play with them (being German and all). We looked into growing currant bushes, but I guess they are not allowed here? I would love to dry my own berries for tea! But until I can get to...
by Flora Caputo | Jun 11, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Super Easy Spanish RiceIngredients1 tsp. onion powder1/2 tsp. garlic powder1/4 tsp. cumin1/4 tsp. paprika2 tsp. chili powder1/4 cup water1 cup mild salsa1 cup chicken broth1 1/2 cups instant brown rice1 small onion, chopped1 Tbsp. olive oil2 cans drained...
by Flora Caputo | Jun 4, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Warmer, longer days are finally here, and that means entertaining outside on warm, breezy evenings. Desserts need to be cooler and lighter to beat the heat, like this lemon and cherry tart I whipped up. I made it gluten-free for my sister and daughter by using almond...
by Flora Caputo | Jun 1, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Have you ever baked with tea? It’s one of my favorite things to do come spring. The spices and florals infused in tea can really make for some creative baking in the kitchen. Chamomile can add a floral note to fruit tarts, earl grey can make a rich crinkle...
by Flora Caputo | May 29, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
The weather has finally gotten to a point in the Midwest where we can plant our gardens without worry of frost. Gardening season was quite late this year. And in typical Chicago form, we have gone from winter to summer. The late spring days are pretty warm! So when I...
by Flora Caputo | Apr 30, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
It’s tricky, sometimes, to come up with a decadent treat that may actually be on the healthy side. If you substitute sugar with some natural sweeteners like Stevia or Monkfruit, and stick with whole foods and grains in your sweet treats, you can indulge with...
