6-8 side servings Tip: Recipes can inspire...and I'm always looking for inspiration in the kitchen. Yesterday, I was looking for jam inspiration. 😉 In addition to a jam recipe, I found praise for the blogger plus comments about simple changes some made to the posted recipe. One writer, however, admonished those who posted recipe modifications,... Continue Reading →
Oat Bran Breakfast Bowl
1 serving Tip: I like hot cereal for breakfast, but it gets a little boring sometimes (my own fault, I'll admit). I'm going to work harder at making hot breakfast more interesting and nutritious. I think my body will thank me. 🙂 If you'd like to join me in one new creation, give this oat... Continue Reading →
Orecchiette w/Butternut Squash & Sage
3-4 servings Tip: I do eat meat, but continue to look for meatless options and find them very satisfying when they include hearty, textured vegetables and beans. Of course, you can add meat or other proteins to this recipe, but we found it to be quite tempting and flavorful. If you haven't already, give meatless... Continue Reading →
Farro Bowl w/Sundried Tomatoes and Roasted Veggies
Serves 2 Tip: Whole grains and dry beans can take more time to cook than many of us want to spend at mealtime. When I cook grains like farro, brown rice, bulgar, quinoa (though that cooks quite quickly) or any dry beans...chickpeas, black beans, cannellini, butter beans, for example, I almost always cook more than... Continue Reading →
Lake Superior Trout in Miso-Ginger Marinade
Serves 2 Tip: If you love fish like we love fish, you probably already do this. If you're just beginning to explore fish in your diet, find a source you trust and don't hesitate to ask questions to learn more about the varieties available - where did it come from? is it wild or farmed?... Continue Reading →
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Appetizers Italian Stuffed Zucchini Cups 27-Nov-2018 Smooth & Creamy Garlic Hummus with S&P Pita Chips 17-Oct-2018 Frico Crisps 15-Sep-2018 Soups/Salads Panzanella for Two (non-traditional) 22-May-2020 Brussels Sprouts Salad w/Caesar Dressing 1-May-2020 French Green Bean & Fennel Salad w Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette 22-Jan-2019 Citrus Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios 11-Jan-2019 Winter Slaw with Cilantro-Lime Dressing 28-Oct-2018... Continue Reading →
Citrus Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios
4-6 servings Tip: Brighten your winter with citrus. We typically enjoy oranges, clementines, tangerines, mandarins or grapefruit for breakfast or snacking, but consider other ways to get this great source of vitamin C into your diet. This recipe is just one possibility (think salsa, smoothies, dessert, citrus zest in pasta). Observe the great citrus options... Continue Reading →
Chicken Pot Pie with Morels and Tarragon Cream Sauce
Serves 4-6 Tip: Don't be intimidated by a fairly long recipe. If it's mine, I'm just a bit wordy. 😀 Longer recipes are not usually as difficult as it may seem, if you break things into steps. You can simplify this dish by following Prep instructions the day before. Keep everything properly chilled, then assemble and... Continue Reading →
Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies
   Makes about 18 cookies Recipe credit: Modern Israeli Cooking - Danielle Oron Tip: I've probably mentioned I don't usually cook from recipes; I read many for inspiration and ideas. However, I frequently bake from published recipes. And I almost always follow them strictly the first time through. I recommend this practice in baking. Observe... Continue Reading →
Pear Tarte Tatin with Anise Seed Caramel
   6 servings. Recipe credit to Food52. Tip: It's adventurous to try new foods and flavor combinations. Our taste buds and taste sensations can change regularly, so something you previously disliked may become a future favorite...keep checking! Who among us hasn't tasted something for the first time, then wondered why we didn't try... Continue Reading →