Wheat Berry, Summer Tomato & Basil Vegetable Soup
As much as I love our condo, I really miss having private outdoor space. Our previous condo had a massive deck that we loaded up with plants, herbs & tomatoes in pots, a grill and, of course, parties. When we moved to our current place, I didn't think I'd miss the deck so much, but when I think about all of the fresh produce I could be growing, I … Read More...
Friday’s Surf & Turf #18
Here's this week's list of 10 articles I came across that I thought might be of interest to you. Most articles are related to health, diet, nutrition and sustainability, but some are human interest pieces. Please keep in mind that just because I post a link to an article doesn't necessarily mean I agree with it's content, but I think it's good to know … Read More...
15-Minute Sweet Pea & Basil Pesto
Homemade pesto is a great way to nosh on some fresh, nutritious greens. But most recipes drown out all that goodness with various artery-clogging hard cheeses. Let the flavor of the veggies shine through in this lightened up version of summer pesto that's ready in a few short minutes. Ingredients 1 pound uncooked pasta of choice 2 cups fresh or … Read More...
Grilled Pineapple & Black Bean Tacos with Curried Mango Pear Chutney
Sweet. Spicy. Juicy. Delicious. There's a little bit of everything in here. Mexican. Hawaiian. Indian. Quite an outstanding combination. I'll be honest with you. This takes some time to prepare as there's a fair amount of chopping involved, in addition to cooking the chutney. Sure, you could take a short cut and use mango chutney out … Read More...
Friday’s Surf & Turf #17
Here it is, this week's list of 10 articles I found surfing the web that I thought might be of interest to you. Most of the articles are about health, nutrition, and sustainability, but a couple might have nothing to do with anything related to this blog. Please note: just because I post a link to an article doesn't necessarily mean I agree with its … Read More...
Blackberry & Summer Stone-Fruit Crisp
Afraid to step on the scale the morning after you indulged on dessert? Not all desserts are loaded with added sugar and fat. Let the fruit do what it's supposed to do – provide all the sweetness you crave while giving your body a boost of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This berry and summer fruit crisp will fill you up without dragging you … Read More...
Stuffed Eggplant with Lentils & Harissa
Is your idea of cooking for yourself warming up last night's take-out in the microwave and standing over the sink to eat it? Cooking for one doesn't have to be dull, unhealthy and boarding on self-punishment. This stuffed eggplant has plenty of protein and is loaded with flavor (thanks to the harissa, which needs to become a staple in your pantry). … Read More...
Friday’s Surf & Turf #16
Here's this week's list of 10 articles I came across that I thought might be of interest to you. Most articles relate to health, nutrition and sustainability, but on occasion I throw in a human-interest story. Reminder: just because I post a link here does not necessarily mean that I agree with it's content, but I thought I should share it. The 10 … Read More...
Lentil & Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato Harissa Sauce
Whether you are a die-hard carnivore or veggie-loving vegan, I think we can all agree that WE LOVE BURGERS! There's something about biting into a thick stack of savory wonderfulness and having the juice run down your arms that is highly satisfying. This recipe is based on my mother-in-law's kebab recipe – sans the lamb and beef. But the … Read More...
Gooseberry & Summer Fruit Salad with Coconut Mint Lime Dressing
I'm often asked where I get inspiration for recipes. The answer is anywhere and everywhere. It may be something I see at the market, a color that inspires me, a smell, a taste, something I read. This time it was these snapdragons. I was at the market on a cold, rainy, dreary day and these snapdragons caught my eye. They were so unlike what was … Read More...