While many of us would like to add more vegetables to our diet, it can be challenging to come up with new ideas. Discovering main dishes that are vegetarian or vegan that taste good and are satisfying can seem impossible. I know because I’ve tried. Then there’s the...
These vegan tacos have a kick, so if you’re not a fan of spicy foods, cut back on the cayenne or omit. Serves 4 Ingredients 1 lb. mixed mushrooms (such as baby bella, chanterelle, oyster and/or crimini), coarsely chopped 2 Tbsp. avocado oil or extra virgin...
In an effort to help those who are allergic or choose not to eat chicken eggs, this blog’s for you. And if you love chicken eggs, biscuits and gravy, and Eggs Benedict, this blog’s for you. There’s something for everyone. Last week I visited a local eatery that...
For any of my new blog followers, cauliflower is one of the few vegetables that I’m not fond of. I’ve tried it all sorts of ways. Readers have sent me their very best recipes that make cauliflower “to die for,” convinced that theirs will be THE...
After rinsing the head of cauliflower, cut it into florets, remove the thick stem portions, and slice it very thin. Arrange in a single layer on a stone pan (or your favorite roasting pan), drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, add salt, pepper, and about...
In case you haven’t noticed, it’s still possible to find Vidalia onions in local stores. I’m not sure how long they will last, so now is the time to snatch them up. They are deliciously sweet and perfect on a burger or cooked with your veggies. Onions...
Happy almost 4th of July weekend! The celebrations are about to begin. Parades, barbecues, picnics, watermelon, fireworks, adult beverages, and probably a brownie or 12. Enjoy your gatherings and do not obsess about the food. The more you tell yourself that you “can’t” have something, the more...
July 28, 2006, was the day our family adopted Sophie Slager, or put another way, the day she became the little princess of our household. Part Cocker Spaniel and part mystery dog, she was a little bit of a thing that had been unadopted by another...
Happy Father’s Day weekend to all the dads in my blog audience! In your honor, I’m sharing a few ideas to accompany those steaks on the grill, or salmon, if you prefer. (That’s a little joke because NEVER would be the day when Mr. Non-Compliant would...
Last week I covered the Dirty Dozen— the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) 12 recommended fruits and vegetables that should be organic whenever possible, due to the excessive pesticide use. This week, I’ll give you the list of the Clean Fifteen—those fruits and vegetables that are low in pesticides. You may...