Ah, fried polenta. Such a simple, rustic, way to use up leftover polenta. Usually, whenever I have some leftover polenta, I pack it into a small square container and put it in the fridge for the next day. In the morning, I simply slice the polenta and fry it up in olive oil. This makes …
Super fast, super easy, super versatile, and super delicious…my newest Mediterranean grain bowl! I have been loving my grain bowls for dinner precisely because they are fast, easy, versatile, and delicious! My Mediterranean grain bowl recipe makes the perfect dinner! First let’s talk about fast – this meal was done in under 30 minutes with …
Are you loving summer as much as I am? The fact that we can get together with friends and family once again is making this year’s summer vacation all the sweeter! It is no secret that I love to entertain and host parties at our home. It’s also a fact that I like to enjoy …
Happy Sunday! I am so happy that life is getting back to normal here in California! Now that I am fully vaccinated, and the county I live in is over 80% vaccinated with their first shot – it feels good – good to hug, share meals, and celebrate holidays together. With the 4th of July …
You gotta’ love MasterChef Finalist Anna Rossi! She is fun, lively, and passionate about good food. Anna not only sees food as a vehicle for health and nourishment, but also as a form of self expression and motivation to build community, entertain, imagine and (most importantly) dress up! Clearly she knows the importance of a great …
As you know, I am always on the hunt for delicious and nutritious recipes. This saffron riced cauliflower pilaf recipe fit the bill perfectly! I served it alongside a pork tenderloin for dinner and then the leftovers were added to a mixed green salad for lunch the next day. I loved how the pilaf added …
I seems like every time I go to the grocery store recently, the total bill gets higher and higher! Yikes! I am not sure if you are seeing the same thing at your local store this spring, but I do hear that it is widespread. In order to continue living a healthy lifestyle, it’s important …
I have another delicious vegetable and grain bowl for you today. Today’s flavor is Asian inspired – Asian Sesame-Ginger Vegetable and Grain Bowl! Why an other grain bowl? Well, I am working on adding more vegetables and whole foods to my diet. So much so, that I even enjoyed an amazing breakfast salad the other …
If you are looking for more vegan or plant-based recipes this one is for you! Not only is this Southwestern Burrito Bowl full of scrumptious flavors that simply dance in your mouth – it is nutritionally balanced and super satisfying! It will leave you with that perfectly satiating feeling! There are so many things to …
I have been adding more and more plant based foods to my daily diet lately. This is in part to increase the health of my body and also to increase the health or our planet. I don’t think that I will ever become a full-time vegan or even vegetarian; I like my animal proteins – …
