Archive for: Recipes

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  Simple summer recipes

  May 2, 2013comments

  With all the internships, jobs, and maybe even a little summer school, there isn’t much time to cook. Here are a few deliciously healthy recipes that are quick and easy to make. Banana Berry Smoothie This easy concoction is perfect when... read more »

   
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  Weekly Recipe: DIY Freezer Foods

  Nov 8, 2012comments

  Even though Boulder seems to be experiencing springtime temperatures, cold weather is, hopefully, just around the corner. The semester is drawing to a close and before you know it, you’ll be overrun by finals. For these reasons, it’s... read more »

   
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  Weekly Recipe: I love you, pumpkin

  Oct 19, 2012comments

  As indicative of autumn as yoga pants and Ugg boots, pumpkin is a tell-tale sign of the changing seasons. After the great Pumpkin Spice Latte Fiasco of 2012 showed America what it was taking for granted, it seems time to embrace the squash... read more »

   
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  Bakin’ With Bacon: Chocolate fudge bacon cupcakes

  Apr 10, 2012comments

  Bacon and chocolate go together like pancakes and peanut butter, which is delicious if you have never tried it. Due to this lovely pairing, whenever I see something with chocolate I tend to imagine what it would be like with bacon. The recipe... read more »

   
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  Success comes to those who tailgate

  Sep 16, 2011comments

  The CU Buffs will take on the CSU Rams this weekend, which can only mean one thing: It’s finally time to tailgate. (Courtesy: Ripboard.com) Nobody wants to eat store bought food with no flavor, but tailgating seems like a lot of work.... read more »

   
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  What’s for dinner?

  Sep 15, 2011comments

  DIY: Homemade mac and cheese It’s tempting to reach for that box in the cabinet that promises quick and cheesy pasta, but sometimes the boxed method of mac and cheese just doesn’t cut it. Instead, try thinking outside of the box... read more »

   
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  Recipe of the week: perfect cheese & veggie potatoes

  Nov 5, 2010comments

  This simple recipe can be modified into many variations by changing the vegetables or adding meat. The cook time is about one hour. (CU Independent/Ana Faria) Ramen noodles getting a little old? Try this tasty and deliciously easy recipe that... read more »

   

• Review: Sunflower Market

  Apr 25, 2010comments

  After listening to all the bells and whistles about Sunflower Market, I resolved to finally go there and see what all the fuss is about. I walked in and was met at the door by not one, but two employees who both offered different greetings rather... read more »

   
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  Recipe of the Week: Spaghetti Carbonara

  Apr 5, 2010comments

  (CU Independent photo illustration/Ana Faria) When in need of a quick, light, but tasty meal, try this Italian version of bacon and eggs. Ingredients: Spaghetti (half a box for 3 servings) Prosciutto (about 4 pieces for 3 servings) or bacon... read more »

   

• Sugary sweet makes me complete

  Mar 16, 2010comments

  Man oh man do I have a sweet tooth. Strange for a health nut, I know, but I just cannot help it. Sugar is super and I always want to feel super-duper. I also have a nag for poetry, hence the nonsensical rhyming and repetition, but really, my... read more »