The green smoothie is probably one of the greatest food inventions since bread. It’s a wonderful way to incorporate whole plant greens and fruits in one delicious and refreshing drink. Green smoothies can boost your energy levels, keep you satiated for hours, are easy to digest, and contain numerous vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals which […]
Mexican Chili Chowder with “Smoked” Black Lentil Relish
There are times when being a cook (and uncook) is very unpredictable. I might find myself in the kitchen with the intention of making one recipe just to end up with another dish entirely. Sometimes there isn’t even a real explanation except that I didn’t pay attention and maybe added too much of this or […]
Spice and Hearth Chocolate Elixir Pudding
This dessert always makes me feel like I’m at a ski lodge relaxing in a so-comfortable-I-can’t-get-out-of-it oversized chair soaking up the warmth of a blazing hearth fire. I’m wrapped in a warm blanket; all snuggled in and watching the snow lovers outside through ceiling high windows. This is actually a little more than a feeling; it’s the […]
Black Quinoa with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Tomato Mint Chutney
I am always up for trying new things but somehow missed out on black quinoa until just recently. It was an unusually hectic end of the week and I was scurrying through the pantry looking for a quick last minute dinner. I was drawn to a bag full of black sesame seeds (or so I […]
Sweet Cashew Milk & Cream
Nut milks are great for anyone trying to reduce or eliminate dairy products from their diet. You can find packaged nut milk in almost every grocery store these days and homemade takes just a few easy steps. I would say nut milks have definitely arrived. While store bought nut milk can be convenient and are […]