Once again, good things seem to come in small packages. A cross between Russian Red Kale and Brussels Sprouts, Kale Sprouts look like a tiny head of kale . . . until you slice them in half, at which point they resemble a brussels sprout. Delicious and simply gorgeous, either way. Grown in California, Kale Sprouts … [Read more...]
16 Delicious Potato Recipes for Potato Lovers’ Month
We must celebrate potatoes before February is over. It's not like we don't enjoy potatoes all the time, but you see, February is Potato Lovers' Month! Potatoes are a quintessential ingredient in almost any comfort food dish. And why wouldn't they be? Pulled from the earth, they're warming, buttery, creamy, and … [Read more...]
Sweet, Spiced Kale Currant Muffins
I did not make these super delicious, sweet muffins to get my kids to eat more leafy greens! ;-) I created them because I thought they would be an incredibly flavorful treat -- that would happen to be chock-full of nutrients. My Los Angeles Food Blogger group got a special visit from Cut n' Clean Greens at our … [Read more...]
12 MOST POPULAR RECIPES OF 2012
I don't make a list of New Year's Resolutions. I used to, but if I didn't accomplish the things I'd set out to, well, that was a bum out. Instead, as I get ready for the new year, I make a list of what I did accomplish and feel good about. One of the things on my 2012 list is that I wrote almost 200 delicious … [Read more...]
Potato-Kale Grape Salad Recipe with Thai Vinaigrette
This Kale Grape Salad Recipe changed my view of raw kale. I love it! Packed with fresh, interesting flavors, it's one of the most unique kale salads I've ever had, and I could eat it all day long!Kale has been one of the hippest, hottest, healthiest foods for a few years now. (Well, it's been one of the … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Cassoulet Recipe
This Vegetarian Cassoulet Recipe is one of the best vegetarian comfort food recipes ever! It's a vegetarian twist on a classic dish, and it's packed with hearty and delicious flavors.I'm in. Deep in, my friends. Deep into my cannelloni bean phase, that is. Oh yes, it's on! First we cooked the beans, then we made … [Read more...]
Spicy Kale Soup with Roasted Pepper and Tomato
Yesterday when I went to buy some of my favorite chocolate bars, I was a bit distracted because of the "health food faire," the grocery store was hosting. Not exactly what I want around me when I'm buying my chocolate! I did however manage to squeeze past the throng of fitness trainers, vitamin reps, and all sorts … [Read more...]
A Great Time to Plant Kale from UrbanFig
Growing kale in your own backyard is easier than you might think. The folks at Urban Fig are going to teach us! An I'm offering up a couple of the best kale salad recipes. I'm so excited to introduce you to my friend Carol Carimi Acutt, founder of UrbanFig. Carol's site is all about sharing ideas, products & tips … [Read more...]
Red Pepper Kale Pesto for October #Unprocessed!
Guess what I did? I took the October Unprocessed pledge! Yes, it's true! My friend Andrew Wilder, founder of Eating Rules, has been hosting this event for the past few years. I was thrilled when he asked me if I'd like to create a recipe for this year's October Unprocessed event! Here's my guest post on Eating … [Read more...]
Roasted Kale Chip-Quinoa Salad with Pancetta & Tomato Vinaigrette
Roasted Kale Chip-Quinoa Salad with Pancetta and Tomato Vinaigrette is bursting with fresh and interesting flavors. It's a great side dish, and it can also stand on its own as a main course.Did you know kale chips are not just for eating on their own!? Sure, they're a great snack to munch on, but they have many other … [Read more...]
