Curried Cream of Broccoli Soup

Curried Cream of Broccoli Soup

Spring is struggling to come out of its winter cocoon.  Rain, sun, snow has been on rotation for the past week.   The once white landscape is showing patches of drenched ground, soon to be bright green grass.  It can't come soon enough. Now is as good a time as any to make a spring soup.  It brings a warm, ... Read More
Restorative Chicken & Sweet Potato Noodle Bowl

Restorative Chicken & Sweet Potato Noodle Bowl

Returning home after a little warm weather vacay makes me oh.so.grateful. to cook in familiar surroundings with favorite tools (hello spiralizer).  I had expected to cook more in our Airbnb, but the kitchen was so lacking in functionality and light that I soon defaulted to very basic home cooking or giving in to the amazing food scene of Scottsdale, AZ. ... Read More
Herb-Crusted Roasted Salmon with Roasted Broccoli Steaks

Herb-Crusted Roasted Salmon with Roasted Broccoli Steaks

Who doesn't love the ease of one pan dinners like this Herb-Crusted Roasted Salmon with Roasted Broccoli Steaks? It's fancy yet easy and without fuss.  I'm cooking in a vacation kitchen these days.  We escaped the snow for awhile :)  Living without the usual comforts of my home kitchen has inspired me to prepare one pan simple meals.  Good thing ... Read More
Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies

Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies

Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies are a dairy, grain and sugar free kid friendly nutritious snack that you can eat for breakfast, or any other time of day for that matter. It's February.  You know what that means? It means it's time to celebrate because half of winter is behind us, the darkest month of the year is over and days ... Read More
Bok Choy Chicken Dumpling Soup

Bok Choy Chicken Dumpling Soup

My Dad was stationed in China during world war II where he developed a love for their culture.  After his return, it became a tradition to frequent the local Chinese restaurant often on Sunday nights when my mom wanted a break from cooking.  Two memories stand out to me, their delicious wonton soup and the grin on my dad's face ... Read More

Cabbage Crunch Arugula Salad

Cabbage Crunch Arugula Salad is all about the crunch and how well it goes with the sweet and sour whole30 approved dressing. It is the perfect complement to a hearty winter soup or side to any protein, and it's made with ingredients you should already have in your pantry. Not to mention that it's another great way to get your ... Read More
The Sweet Side Of No Sweets

The Sweet Side of No Sweets

Let’s make one thing clear upfront, I like sweets.  My parents owned a wholesale candy and tobacco business.  We had thick Hershey almond bars in our freezer (only available to distributors) at all times keeping company with ice cream.  My mom passed down to me and my sibs her love for hot fudge sundaes. Another thing I want to clarify … Read More

Cooking Class : The Winter Plate, - An Invitation To Lunch

Cooking Class : The Winter Plate – An Invitation To Lunch

It’s cold and gray out there but lets bring color inside to the winter plate. Please join me in a real foods cooking class with lunch included.  Whether you’re making some healthy dietary changes or need inspiration for cooking cleaner meals, or maybe you’re looking for a fun way to spend time with a friend or loved one-this class is … Read More

Whole30 salad dressing round up

Whole30 Salad Dressing Round Up

Whole30 salad dressing round up is not only for those starting the year with whole30, but also for people with clean eating goals overall.  I promised you I'd give you some tools for a cleaner 2017 and I can't think of a better place to start than with sauces and dressings.  Condiments that are whole30 compliant kept me from food ... Read More