Mushroom Risotto

by Kristianne // 04.30.2014 // No Comments

As you guys know, I don’t care very much for mushrooms. However, my husband adores them, so every now and then I like to make something for him with mushrooms in it. The other night I tried this mushroom risotto... Continue reading →

Pine Nut and Cilantro Hummus

by Kristianne // 04.29.2014 // 6 Comments

We’re back from Hawaii! Photos soon =) Today was unpacking/cleaning day, so I was in a snacking mood and made this yummy pine nut and cilantro hummus! Last time I went home to visit my family, my mom and I... Continue reading →

Garden Vegetable Cream Cheese

by Kristianne // 04.13.2014 // 12 Comments

There are many places in San Francisco to get a delicious bagel for breakfast, but one of my favorite places to go is Noah’s. Mainly for their incredible cream cheese shmears. I have been so spoiled by them that regular... Continue reading →

Margherita Pizzette

by Kristianne // 04.05.2014 // 10 Comments

Today I was so busy with my Spring cleaning that when lunch time came around I was really hungry and did not feel like spending a lot of time making something. After spotting the fresh mozzarella cheese and tomatoes I... Continue reading →

Spiced Apple Green Smoothie

by Kristianne // 03.24.2014 // 15 Comments

Happy Monday! This spiced apple green smoothie is a great way to start off your week. It took me a while to warm up to green smoothies, mostly because the thought of kale or spinach in a smoothie just sounded... Continue reading →

Curried Lentil Hand Pies

by Kristianne // 03.21.2014 // 19 Comments

I am getting really excited, because in 1 week I will have my PharmD! 8 long years in the making… This curried lentil hand pie recipe reminds me of the first time I tried a peasant pie during pharmacy school,... Continue reading →

Moroccan Chickpeas

by Kristianne // 01.29.2014 // 6 Comments

I think my crazy lifestyle these past few weeks have finally started catching up with me. I have been juggling pharmacy rotations aka my day job, which is already draining enough, with freelance recipe/photography work for clients, graduation & trip... Continue reading →

Six Layer Dip

by Kristianne // 01.25.2014 // 6 Comments

Even though my team won’t be playing in the Super Bowl this year, I still love game day because it is a great excuse to EAT! These six layer dip cups are perfect individual appetizers, so nobody will be fighting... Continue reading →

Menestra

by Kristianne // 01.19.2014 // 7 Comments

In Spanish, la menestra simply means “stew”. This is my Grandma’s menestra recipe, and one she used to eat all of the time growing up in Ecuador. It is a very healthy and flavorful dish, and can be served with... Continue reading →

Parmesan Zucchini Crisps

by Kristianne // 09.19.2013 // 10 Comments

These baked organic Parmesan zucchini crisps are crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. I was browsing the Food Network website after I got home from work tonight and saw this baked zucchini crisp recipe from Ellie Krieger.... Continue reading →