Grilled Mexican Corn on the Cob
Summer isn’t complete without grilled corn, but once you’ve tried Mexican Corn, there’s no going back. Sweet corn charred on the grill, slathered in creamy mayo, rolled in salty cotija cheese, dusted with chili powder, and finished with a squeeze of lime. It’s smoky, messy, and absolutely irresistible.
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Brown butter is the secret handshake of great bakers, and these Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies prove it. Deeply nutty, caramel-scented, and packed with molten pools of chocolate, they’re the kind of cookie that makes you forget any so-called “fitness regimen” you started earlier in the week.
The Local … A Foodie’s Food Truck (Colorado Springs, CO)
I first saw “The Local” at the Colorado Farm & Art Market, but I caught the tail end of the market and The Local had sold out. I kept checking The Local’s Facebook page to figure out where I could catch them. Out in front of the Cottonwood Center for the Arts on a Friday night…perfect.
Mandy and I (we have been known to put down some food) headed for the Cottonwood and The Local. I had, unfortunately, eaten a huge lunch (rib cook-off at work…who can resist…it was a total meat fest) and Mandy had had a snack before meeting up. So, we wandered around the Cottonwood center…pretending not to both be thinking about The Local’s menu that we had browsed before heading inside.
Brown Sugar Cashew Cookies
Sweet, nutty, and just a little unexpected, these Brown Sugar Cashew Cookies are the perfect balance of cozy and crisp. Warm brown sugar caramelizes around buttery roasted cashews, creating a cookie that’s both tender and deeply flavorful. Perfect for sharing… or not.
Homemade Brown Sugar
When the dry Colorado air turns your brown sugar into a rock, it’s time to make your own Homemade Brown Sugar! This easy DIY brown sugar is soft, sweet, and mix-worthy magic.
Preserved Lemons
Bring a little sunshine into your kitchen with these homemade preserved lemons — a simple Mediterranean staple made with just salt, lemon juice, and patience. Bright, tangy, and deeply aromatic, they add effortless flavor to everything from roast chicken to couscous to cocktails.
Chipotle Bison & Chorizo Chili
Bold, smoky, and a little unexpected — this Chipotle Bison & Chorizo Chili brings Rocky Mountain vibes straight to your bowl. Rich dark chocolate, smoky chipotle peppers, and tender bison simmer together for hours, creating a hearty, deeply layered chili that warms you from the inside out.
Rustic Mushroom Galette
Buttery, golden pastry wrapped around a rich, earthy mushroom and blue cheese filling — this rustic mushroom galette is French countryside on a plate. Serve it with soup or salad for the ultimate cozy meal.
Raspberry Chocolate Scones
Bursting with tart raspberries, dark chocolate, and a tender crumb, these Raspberry Chocolate Scones are the perfect balance of indulgent and effortless. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or just craving a cozy weekend bake, they come together in under 30 minutes — light, fluffy, and absolutely irresistible with a dollop of jam and fresh ricotta.