When in doubt, stick with the basics! Do you have a protein food (beans, meats, seafood, poultry)? How about a couple vegetables to grace the plate (raw, steamed, grilled, sautéed)? Finish it off with a starch (grain, corn, peas, pasta, … Continue reading
A friend shot me a text message asking about 10 foods I’d recommend for her grocery list. This request seems so frequent that I decided to make a post for my response. I get it, we are all busy, running … Continue reading
If you are heading to the pool be sure to pick up a bag of Somersault Snacks! These crunchy, round cracker-like snacks are jus the ticket to fill the need for something to crunch on & they are packed with … Continue reading
It’s time to join a CSA…community supported agriculture! CSA’s are a great way to support local farmers, introduce organic produce to your diet, and boost your vegetable consumption! My view is, if I can’t eat it fast enough I juice … Continue reading
Although boxed grain mixes are easy and tempting, they are often packed with unwanted ingredients such as sodium, MSG, food coloring, and additives (to name a few). The truth is pulling together a grain salad is as easy as 1-2-3! … Continue reading
Pop it in, heat it up, and go! Yep, we love our convenience foods in the US, and frozen waffles actually make sense. To this day I still make large batches of waffles just so I can freeze the leftovers. … Continue reading
What in the world is gluten? So glad you asked…it’s a protein, yes a protein. It’s the combination of glutenin and gliadin coming together from wheat and other grass-related grains. There are those who have a true allergy to gluten, … Continue reading
Are you growing bored of your oats, but still crave the benefits of kicking off your day with warm cereal and a fiber boost? Here’s an idea for quinoa leftovers & a simple oatmeal substitute! Quinoa Porridge Serves 4 Ingredients: … Continue reading
Almonds have long been cherished for their sweet taste and nutrition benefits. Add a little curry to them and the health impact just got kicked up a notch (for health & flavor)! This favorite snack of mine, although may seem … Continue reading
Who doesn’t love the chewy goodness of a granola bar? The crispy cereal crunch, the sweet taste of honey on your tongue, and the tanginess of tart fruits…my mouth is already salivating. Have you ever thought of creating your own? … Continue reading