I make it no secret that I am a little particular about what kind of food I generally serve. I wouldn't call myself a total food snob, because I still enjoy a box of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese as much as the next person. It's just that when I cook, I rarely use processed or … Continue reading Orange Marsala Cranberry Sauce with Sage
Garlicky Bread Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes and Sweet Corn
I was having a conversation with a friend the other day lamenting the fact that I have had nothing to post because my summer cooking has been so simple -- and really not recipe worthy. How can I legitimately write a recipe for tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil? Or chicken on the grill? Or lightly cooked … Continue reading Garlicky Bread Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes and Sweet Corn
Late Spring Couscous with Spinach, Zucchini, and Pumpkin Seeds
So the school year is wrapping up  and I am firmly planting my head in the sand related to how I am going to a) keep everyone entertained all summer, b) get my paid work done and deliver a large project at the end of August, c) maintain some sanity amidst the fighting siblings and … Continue reading Late Spring Couscous with Spinach, Zucchini, and Pumpkin Seeds
Black Beluga Lentil Salad with Ham and Kale
I have been MIA in the Cuizoo world lately. Â Sorry about that. Â It's the strangest thing with this stage of life and motherhood (or maybe parenting older children in general) . . . I feel like I never have a minute to rest, yet I never have anything to show for it. Â I'm not closing … Continue reading Black Beluga Lentil Salad with Ham and Kale
Grilled Mexican Corn
In our house, we love the movie Nacho Libre. Â Of course it is silly, but it is also heartwarming and touching in many ways (with a great soundtrack too). Â Thankfully, most of it is safe for children because it is one of their favorites -- but I am a little liberal when it comes to … Continue reading Grilled Mexican Corn
Rhubarb Applesauce
When I picked up our CSA share yesterday, I got another bunch of rhubarb to join two others in my fridge. We like rhubarb, so there is no good reason why we haven't used it. I guess between weekend travel and having no time to make a dessert (which is how we prefer it, obviously), … Continue reading Rhubarb Applesauce
Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese
It's only been recently that I have been able to crack open a box of mac and cheese and cook it for my kids. Â I've always had to make it from scratch with soy cheese/soy milk because my daughter was severely allergic to dairy (which she has thankfully outgrown). Â And somehow when you get used … Continue reading Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese