10/25/2016
“The man who moves a mountain, begins by carrying away the first stone.” I can’t recall when I first heard that Confucius quote, but it’s something I come back to often when I’m feeling overwhelmed by the scale of a project or what needs to be done. Sometimes the world we live in can feel overwhelming. There is so much around us that could be better and needs to be improved upon– renewable energy, fair labor practices around the globe, lifting families out of poverty here in the United States. Where does … 
This mini pumpkin pie recipe is so cute to serve up as a Thanksgiving or fall dessert. Baked and served in mini skillets, these darling desserts are sure to please your guests! When it comes to our marriage, our roles in the kitchen have always been pretty clearly defined. I cook, he cleans… and most nights I’m pretty sure I have the easier of the jobs. I can make just about anything and it’s usually really delicious (if I do say so myself!), but I’m a real pro at being able to dirty the most amount of dishes and … 
I spent last weekend bachelorette-ing with my cousins and the topic of the holidays came up one morning. We were discussing what the plans were for this and what we’ve done the past holidays. We chatted about what our traditions are and new ones we’d like to start. It’s something that can be particularly hard to navigate when you start having babes. We grow up in our family and have one way of doing things and one set of traditions and then we get married and start a new family with someone who has their own ways of … 
Not sure what your making tonight? Want to spring for an extra luxurious weekend breakfast? Frittatas are the best way to make something that looks delicious and fancy while using just the ingredients you have on hand. (Plus, I’m always looking for an excuse to use my cast iron pans– they’re just so pretty!) Think of this recipe as a guide, but don’t hesitate to put your own spin on things. For a heartier meal, add sausage or grilled chicken. For something a little richer add a couple of tablespoons of heavy … 
