Friday, November 27, 2015

It’s Day 4 of my “30 Recipes in 30 Days” journey, where I’ll share some of my “best of” recipes and tips that take me through the holiday season healthfully and happily. I hope you join me! The menu will feature all of the things that comprise a salubrious diet for both your body and our planet, like vegetables, fruits,…

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

It’s Day 3 of my “30 Recipes in 30 Days” journey, where I’ll share some of my “best of” recipes and tips that take me through the holiday season healthfully and happily. I hope you join me! The menu will feature all of the things that comprise a salubrious diet for both your body and our planet, like vegetables, fruits,…

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Take roasted Brussels sprouts up a notch with caramelized onions and roasted hazelnuts for a sensational side dish like none other! It’s Day 2 of my “30 Recipes in 30 Days” series to help you enjoy the holidays healthfully without packing on the pounds. I’ll be featuring some of my favorite dishes from over the years through inspiring photos that…

Monday, November 23, 2015

Roasted butternut squash meets rosemary onions, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, and Dijon vinaigrette in the perfect autumn salad you’ll enjoy all winter long. The holiday season is kicking off this week, and so is my “30 Recipes in 30 Days” blogging schedule to bring you food that inspires. You see, just because I don’t have time to create new recipes…

Friday, November 6, 2015

I adore eggplant parm, and my recipe keeps the focus on summer-fresh vegetables rather than hiding them in a sea of fried fried. Don’t knock it until you try it! Dear readers, it’s been too long! I’ve been caught in a whirlwind of teaching, speaking, and research activities since the semester began in early September. They’ve all been fabulous, though they…

Monday, September 14, 2015

Beans refer to several genera of the family Fabaceae (Leguminosae), including the genus Phaseolus. Today’s bean-themed recipe is one of my dad’s favorite dishes: baked beans. They’re generally made with some kind of white bean, usually navy or Great Northern, which are seasoned with molasses (if Boston style) or maple syrup (for the Canadian version). The result is a savory-sweet…

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and green olives get together in this simple and tasty salad that makes a summer meal sing. Today’s post is yet another love letter to one of the most glorious summer treats: fresh corn on the cob. But before I get to the good stuff I want to welcome you in case this is the first…

Friday, May 22, 2015

I love creating luscious cocktails, most of which star fruits, vegetables, and herbs. (Here’s a slideshow of my favorites.) But cocktails aren’t for all the time, or for everyone. And we all need things to sip when we just want to stay hydrated—without all the added sugar and calories that come from many of the beverages out there. Enter today’s…

Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Grilled vegetables with toasted walnuts, parsley, and whole grain pasta can be enjoyed hot, warm, or cold—and it’s a great way to use leftovers deliciously. It’s the season for grilled vegetables, which means it’s also the season for what to do with leftover grilled vegetables. The answer is obvious: eat them the next day, however you wish. This grilled vegetable…

Monday, May 11, 2015

Rice and beans is a healthy staple, loaded in nutrients and big in flavor. Choose whatever toppings you wish to complete the meal, a perfect lunch or dinner. This is the third of my black bean-inspired posts, and it feels great to give beans some love! The American Heart Association recommends people consume three to five servings of beans and…