Preserving Fresh Herbs in Olive Oil There really is nothing quite like fresh herbs to enhance the flavor of your food. I grew a small herb garden this summer on my deck and it literally exploded with an over abundance of herbs, from chives and oregano, to basil, rosemary and thyme. I used them all throughout [Read More]
I had a pleasant walk through my farmer’s market this morning perusing all the bounty of delicious organic veggies when my eye caught these luscious looking savoy cabbages. Instantly my brain starts ticking away on what type of salad I could create. A cabbage salad with crisp apple, roasted chicken, slivered almonds, and a tangy, [Read More]
I recently visited Latah Bistro and they served Zucchini & Yellow Squash Zoodles with Pesto from their menu. Wow! This zoodling thing is really catching on, especially the fact that a fine dining bistro would have it on their main menu. I was thrilled to say the least! I mentioned to my husband that recreating [Read More]
I made a small roasted chicken and watermelon salad the other day and loved every bite. What is it about springtime that makes salads sound so delicious? Is it the fact that the winter sweaters finally make their way to the recesses of the closet and donning a swimsuit is just around the corner? Maybe, [Read More]
It’s nice to know in this world of ultra-busy there are easy gluten-free appetizers you can pull together in less than 15 minutes. This Tahitian-Lime Slaw gluten-free appetizer comes together in no time at all and uses bright and colorful for fruits & veggies! I had the privilege of doing a cooking demonstration at a [Read More]
I’m veering away from food today to bring you something slightly unusual but very good for you, especially if you suffer from gut issues…Kombucha Tea. Maybe you have seen it in the grocery store where it sells for about $2.50 per bottle! I am going to teach you how to make this incredibly easy tea [Read More]
Spaghetti squash is one of those remarkable vegetables that does something amazing when it’s cooked. It actually produces strands of spaghetti-like fibers that take the place of high-carb noodles. Even if you are not a huge squash fan, you may be surprised at how the spaghetti squash actually has very little flavor, so it’s not [Read More]
Hemp hearts? What are they? Here in my town we have a Hemp Festival once a year and the logo is a large marijuana looking leaf, which is what a hemp leaf looks like. So naturally, when I was given a packet of hemp hearts at the food blogger’s conference I attended in Washington state [Read More]
Have you heard all the hype about bone broth lately? This little broth that you cook on your stove from 24 to 48 hours touts that it can heal a leaky gut, improve joint health, reduce cellulite (can I hear an amen!) and boost your immune system, to name a few. New York venders are selling [Read More]
There are a few differences between Eating Clean vs Whole 30, so if you are ready to join me for this January journey, check out the differences to determine what might work best for you. At this point I just can’t wait to get started. I’m sitting at the computer today with a sore throat, [Read More]