Broccoli Walnut Pasta

by Kristianne // 03.17.2013 // 9 Comments

Of course the day before my final exam the weather is beautiful in San Francisco… I’m talking, perfect California beach day. Depending on who you talk to here, this weather is rare or not (people who live in the Mission... Continue reading →

Mini Strawberry Pie Cups

by Kristianne // 03.03.2013 // 41 Comments

Strawberries are my favorite fruit, but I will only buy organic strawberries. For the past few months I have been dying because Trader Joes hasn’t had organic strawberries in stock, and the other grocery store I know of nearby sells... Continue reading →

Southwest Quinoa Salad

by Kristianne // 02.20.2013 // 23 Comments

Yesterday I had the opportunity to take a tour of a children’s hospital nearby, and I had so many emotions going on inside of me. It was the first time I realized that in 5 weeks I won’t be sitting... Continue reading →

Mixed Herb Grapefruit Salad

by Kristianne // 02.15.2013 // 13 Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day! Whatever your plans are today, I hope you treat yourself to something nice!! Tonight I plan on cooking a special dinner at home, and serving my favorite dessert that I worked on this afternoon (this is my... Continue reading →

Raspberry Hand Pies

by Kristianne // 02.10.2013 // 22 Comments

When I went to SoCal a few weeks ago to visit my family, my best friend Shannan gave me this super cute heart-shaped pocket pie mold. This was the perfect gift since Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! I... Continue reading →

Spicy Garlic Tofu

by Kristianne // 02.02.2013 // 15 Comments

Happy Friday!! After a busy week at school, I am thrilled that it is finally the weekend. Today was such a long day at school, and I made the mistake of not eating lunch before my physical assessment workshop so... Continue reading →

Vegetable Quinoa Cakes

by Kristianne // 01.31.2013 // 12 Comments

Ever since I got back to San Francisco from my trip to LA last weekend I feel like I hit the ground running and haven’t stopped. Between unpacking, cleaning, grocery shopping, half-marathon training, assignments, quizzes, a presentation, and a paper... Continue reading →

Roasted Rosemary Chicken

by Kristianne // 01.27.2013 // 27 Comments

I did it! I successfully cooked my first whole chicken. This probably sounds ridiculous coming from someone who is obsessed with food and cooking, but I have a fear of cooking whole chickens, turkeys, ducks…basically, whole ANYTHING that once roamed... Continue reading →

Vegetable Bean Soup

by Kristianne // 01.25.2013 // 14 Comments

There is something about a warm vegetable soup in the winter that just hits the spot. This vegetable bean soup recipe is one of my go-to recipes during the winter to keep me warm. It is packed with healthy fresh... Continue reading →

Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

by Kristianne // 01.19.2013 // 14 Comments

Good morning! I am so happy it is Saturday because I have the entire day off! This morning I made this blueberry breakfast smoothie with fresh organic blueberries. I always mix in some frozen fruit when I make smoothies because... Continue reading →