When it’s time to celebrate, I start dreaming of a juicy fruit treat. Now, I could eat fresh berries, apples or bananas and be perfectly happy. But when company comes over or it’s a special day like someone’s birthday or anniversary–I like to dress up my fruit a little. It’s time […]
One of my favorite breakfasts always includes potatoes. And of course, I’ve always said, “I’ve never met a potato I didn’t like.” I love them baked, boiled, mashed, stuffed. You name it. Mashed has always been at the top of the list though. I think because smooth-and-creamy is my go […]
Eat Like You’re In Tuscany Many of us think only of beans for winter dishes, like in soups and stews. But beans are wonderful—added to green salads or pasta salads. Canned beans can be easily substituted for home-cooked beans and are convenient for quick meals. Did you know canned beans […]
If I was to showcase the top 10 favorite recipes of our cooking club, this one would top the list. We served it in our first “Home for the Holidays” cooking class and it was a real winner. The men kept coming back for more. That’s why I call this […]
If you’re like me, you probably have read something this week about how to have a healthy heart. Maybe it was about cutting back on saturated fat or reducing sugary sodas or sodium. But did you hear that when we follow a heart-healthy plan for eating, it will also help […]
I have to admit–I’ve had a real love affair with cheese for a very long time. Anything smooth and creamy gets my mouth watering. Cheese over pasta, over potatoes, in a salad. I’ve been hooked for ages. But as I began learning about whole food plant food and all the […]
