March is recognized as National Nutrition month. Now, I believe we always need to be mindful of our nutrition, but taking some time to highlight and focus on this concept is always worthwhile. I love this year’s theme of Fuel for the Future! As a Certified Health Coach, I believe that food is medicine, and …
One thing I really enjoy after a long day of work, is coming home and chopping vegetables. Whether I am making up a big pot of vegetable soup, tossing a green salad, or prepping vegetables to be roasted – I really enjoy the process of readying veggies. The colors, the freshness, and perhaps just the …
I have always loved cooking alongside my children. I also have fond memories of cooking with my parents. We all know that food brings people together, but it can be so much more than sitting down at the table. It really starts in the kitchen – or even the grocery store as well shop for …
I had a chance to chat with nutrition expert Bonnie Taub-Dix to discuss new food trends for 2023 with special information on some new Almond Breeze products. Not only a top nutritionist, Bonnie is a foodie, mom of three and grandmother—in addition to being a reliable resource for network TV—Bonnie loves cooking and sharing her knowledge and …
Pumpkins, pumpkins everywhere! How I love the sweet aroma of sweet pumpkin baking in the oven. To be honest, I have been watching way too much the of Great British Bake Off lately! So the mix of watching the bakers go all out on their show stoppers, mastering the technical challenge, and sharing their signature …
Vegan Mexican Chocolate pie – oh my! This dessert is rich, silky, and oh-so chocolatey. A friend today asked me what makes it Mexican? The chocolate? Then she took a bite and sighed, “Oh. there’s a bit of cinnamon in there! Delicious!” There is even a dash of red chili peppers, but I admit, I …
I don’t know about you, but it’s Tuesday, and that means my mind goes right to Taco Tuesday. I’m sitting here thinking about what’s for dinner and tacos are are my mind. Today we are talking about tacos with a round-up of some of my favorite taco recipes. This round-up includes plant-based as well as …
I love this fresh and easy peach cobbler! Honestly, I have planned on making this for a few weeks. Our Farmers’ Market is teeming with fresh peaches right now. One Saturday, I bought a bunch of peaches in order to make a cobbler, but the peaches were so dang good, that we just ate them …
This Fresh and Zesty Burrito Bowl is oh-so delicious! Love the freshness of the corn right off the cob, zesty lemon, cherry tomatoes, and avocado – what more is there to ask for?!? It’s like a trip to the farmer’s market in one bowl! Ok, to be honest – this is not a fast meal …
I am continuing to master the art of tofu! I had no idea how versatile this gem of a food really is! I used some silken tofu the other day to make my own sour cream for a diary-free stroganoff. My son, who is allergic to dairy, asked me if I could find away to …
