This recipe of sautéed leeks and potatoes is extremely simple and comforting. I’ve never been a leek person exactly. Not because I didn’t want to be, but because I’d never really had the opportunity to try them. What is a leek? Leeks are in the…
I recently received a cookbook by the Minimalist Baker, an amazing cook and often a source of inspiration for me. Inside was a delicious cashew soba noodle recipe that I modified and turned into my own. Soba noodles are one of my favorite noodles! They’re…
Quinoa is a native South American plant that’s commonly thought of as being a grain but is actually a seed. It’s gluten-free, high in iron, calcium, B vitamins, and other minerals. Quinoa is a wonderful addition to your diet because it’s a COMPLETE protein. This…
Cooler weather is on the horizon and so are warm nourishing soups. One of my go-to meals during the fall and winter season is coconut curry soup. My recipe has evolved into this easy-to-make, no-hassle dish that is quick to please everyone. Sometimes I serve…
Mac and cheese is an American favorite. Loved by children and adults alike. However, it’s pretty widely accepted that it isn’t the healthiest. Sigh. Full of gluten, cheese, and dairy, all of which are acid-forming and inflammatory. So what is one to do? Never have…
Yes, you read that right! PIZZA! Just because you want to lead a healthy lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite foods. Now it’s even better…you get to eat your favorite foods AND not feel guilty and bloated afterwards! Who wouldn’t want…
I’ve always loved rice. As a kid I went through a white rice and butter phase; not the most nutritious that’s for sure. Seriously, I bet my mom was going nuts! While I certainly don’t recommend that, I do believe incorporating organic brown rice into…
