Nourish
Creamy Zucchini and Potato Soup
Seventy degrees one day and the next, we have two feet of snow, but it's not a problem as we have no place to go. One day seems to blend into another and I'm forgetting which day of the week it is. I'm also being super lazy about taking care of things around the...
Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon
When I was a caterer, I would toil away late into the evening in the back of my little store, in the kitchen with an apartment electric oven and limited supplies. After my long day, and after all of my customers had left, I would clean up, sweep the floors and then...
Arugula, Sweet Potato, Quinoa and Cranberry Salad
This is a nutrient dense salad made with spicy arugula, sweet potato, quinoa (a complete vegan protein), and dried cranberries. I like to serve it on individual plates but you can also toss all of the ingredients into a large bowl and serve it family style. Arugula,...
Marinated Feta Cheese and Creamy Tzatziki
We were lucky enough to have squeezed in a quick trip to Greece just before the lock-downs began. We had such a fun time and found all of the wonderful nooks and crannies of Athens that many people may miss. Besides all of the incredible ancient sites and amazing...
My Go-To Wellness Tea
Maintaining our well-being is paramount in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. One flavorful and effective way to boost your immune system and combat those unwelcome “cooties” is through the consumption of a cuppa warm wellness tea crafted with the potent combination of turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger with a hint of apple. This comforting elixir offers a delicious escape from the chill and packs a powerful punch of anti-inflammatory goodness.
Recipes
Fruit and Quinoa Power Bowl
We are often intimidated to buy some of the more exotic fruits and vegetables that are at our local farmers markets and grocery stores. Studies have found that eating a wide variety of whole, plant-based foods is medicine for our gut biome. Eating loads of colorful...
Greek Brown Rice and Quinoa Bowl (GF + V)
Many of my recipes are inspired by my travels. Just as the pandemic hit, my husband and I were in Greece, having the time of our lives, with only a hint of what was coming. Greece is a gorgeous country with all of its incredible historic sites and friendly people, and...
Lemon and Caper Cauliflower Steaks (GF + V)
Cauliflower is a little like tofu, it's a convincing imitator that can be prepared in ways that are usually saved for proteins, like fish or meat. Since the flavor is mild and it has so much texture, you can easily swap it out for animal proteins and have a healthy...
Creamy Zucchini and Potato Soup
Seventy degrees one day and the next, we have two feet of snow, but it's not a problem as we have no place to go. One day seems to blend into another and I'm forgetting which day of the week it is. I'm also being super lazy about taking care of things around the...
Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon
When I was a caterer, I would toil away late into the evening in the back of my little store, in the kitchen with an apartment electric oven and limited supplies. After my long day, and after all of my customers had left, I would clean up, sweep the floors and then...
Arugula, Sweet Potato, Quinoa and Cranberry Salad
This is a nutrient dense salad made with spicy arugula, sweet potato, quinoa (a complete vegan protein), and dried cranberries. I like to serve it on individual plates but you can also toss all of the ingredients into a large bowl and serve it family style. Arugula,...
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