Summer Squash and Pesto Ricotta Lasagna

I know that turning on your oven for 50 minutes sounds like the worst thing ever in late July. I get it, but I’m hoping I can convince you otherwise.

Kale, Tomato and Tofu Breakfast Burritos

So today is a pretty fun day. Yes, it’s Tuesday, which is kind of the worst day of the week, but that doesn’t mean EXCITING things can’t happen, right?

Exciting thing #1 – I get a new nephew today! My sister-in-law is having a third adorable little boy to add to the 6 and 4-year-olds that warm my heart on a daily basis. I can’t wait to snuuuuuugle the new little guy.

Black Bean and Sweet Potato Fritters with Pistachio Pesto

Moderation? Psh, not really my thing.

Making 2 rounds of fritters, and watching 10 episodes of Orange is the New Black in one day? More my thing.

Crispy Whole Grain Honey Cornbread Waffles

Dear Cornbread,

I’m sorry for all the smack I used to talk about you. I was out of line.

I used to wish you were something different – something saltier, maybe cheesier, and definitely less sweet. I used to think you looked better on the outside than you tasted on the inside.

Blueberry Arugula Salad with Lemon Honey Dressing

As I’m writing this from bed at 9pm, the daylight is almost gone, and Teia is licking my fingers as I try to type. She wants to go outside and soak up that last sliver of light. Maybe she’s adopted the Minnesotan need to make the most of these summer days.

Or maybe she’s just acting like a dog who has to pee. Either or.