Although we are currently required to maintain our social distances- you can still have a fiesta a home. In honor of Cinco de Mayo this year I am sharing two of our favorite recipes that I hope you'll enjoy. A few years ago, I hosted a Cinco de Mayo party for a client that was enthusiastic about the beverages and insistent that they be "fresh squeezed". After the ...
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Watermelon and Watercress Salad with Feta
My family loves to picnic and the 4th of July is the perfect excuse to pack one and celebrate! This refreshing salad is the perfect side for a picnic on a hot summer day. The flavor contrasts of the cool, sweet watermelon, peppery watercress, and tangy cheese come together to create a delicious salad. ...
Sautéed Sprouts
I love brussels sprouts. Yes I know, this may make me seem strange to you, if you haven't had them cooked correctly, but I hope you'll give this recipe a try and let me know what you think! They are fabulous roasted and you can find my recipe for that here. If you're in a hurry or want something different, you will find this easy recipe delicious too. First, lets ...
Super Kale Smoothies
Kale is all the rage and packed with nutrition. You can find more details about its nutritional value in my post here. Though I prefer it sauteed, many health enthusiasts are zealous about drinking raw kale smoothies. There are two main ways you can make these in your home kitchen. You can juice the kale with a juicer, though these often filter some of the fiber out. Or, ...
Roasted Parsnips and Carrots- Delicious Fall Root Vegetable Recipe
With the arrival of fall and winter, it is nice to enjoy some of the root vegetables that are more common to cooler weather. Carrots and their fair cousin—parsnips—are perfect for this. If you haven't ever tried a parsnip, you are really missing out. These sweet, pale tubers are similar in shape to a carrot but are more white—like most turnips. When roasted, both carrots ...