Exploding with fresh flavors, this healthy Vegetable Mint Stir Fry recipe is made hearty with delicious homemade tofu noodles. It can be prepared quickly for a weeknight, and it's lovely for casual entertaining on the weekend. Just because this Vegetable Mint stir Fry with Homemade Tofu Noodles is low in calories and … [Read more...]
Citrus Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Citrus Whole Roasted Cauliflower is basted with fresh and smoky flavors, that work their way through the vegetable as it slowly cooks. Served whole, sliced, or in flowerets, this scrumptious dish can be a vegetarian side or entrée.On occasion I get some time to myself in the car, without my kids in tow. That’s when I … [Read more...]
Garlicky Coconut Gai Lan Recipe
This pretty, bright Gai Lan recipe features a generous amount of garlic and lemongrass -- and both bring it to another level with their beautiful flavor and wonderful scent. Sautéed Gai Lan is super easy and quick to prepare, and a nice switch form kale or spinach. What is Gai Lan? Gai Lan is Chinese Kale that … [Read more...]
Grilled Chile-Lime Baby Corn Recipe
"Little" means "cute," don't' you think? Babies, puppies, doll house furniture -- even a teeny tiny pencil can be cute! You're wondering: why is she talking about all this little stuff? Am I right? It's because of this super cute (yes, cute!) baby corn my friend Rebecca brought me from the Farmer's Market … [Read more...]
Cannellini Bean-Tuna Salad Recipe Recipe with Lemon-Caper Balsamic Vinaigrette
This is such a hearty and healthy main course salad or side dish!My sons are in a Lego phase. My husband's in a rowing phase. And, my friends, I am in a Cannellini bean phase. I know, it's sort of funny. The rowing, that is. ;-) I'm really having fun experimenting with these super delicious beans. Cooking … [Read more...]
Savory Mushroom Polenta Cake {Gluten-Free Recipe}
I used to think for something to be called "cake," it had to be sweet -- but, this Savory Polenta Cake totally proved me wrong. It's full of delicious, fresh herbs and and earthy, caramelized mushrooms. Now you can definitely have your cake and eat it too!This savory polenta cake makes for a delicious side dish to go … [Read more...]
Hazelnut Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter
With a nutty and subtly sweet flavor, these Hazelnut Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter are out of this world! And every Thanksgiving feast needs a brussels sprout side dish! Brussels sprouts are delicious. Don't try to tell me otherwise! They are definitely the green vegetable that most kids love to hate. And … [Read more...]
Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta Recipe
This Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta Recipe is one of my all time favorite stew side dishes. It's rich, delicious, and is just the right texture to soak up any leftover sauce in the plate!One of the reasons I love cool, foggy weather is that I feel like I have a free pass to "get cozy" at home. I really love a fire in the … [Read more...]
Pommes Anna Recipe
How pretty is this? I know! And it's delicious! Now picture, if you will, that Pumpkin Braised Short Ribs are resting right on top. Can you imagine how good the sauce from the ribs would be, seeping into the tiny crevices of these thinly sliced potatoes? Pommes Anna, or Anna Potatoes, is a classic French dish … [Read more...]
Rosemary Honey Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Rosemary Honey Turkey Meatballs are the perfect bite-sized hors d'oeuvre for a cocktail party and/or fun to serve as a main course for dinner. They can be served over mashed potatoes or pasta, and with all sorts of tasty sides. Rosemary Turkey Meatballs with a touch of honey are sweet, savory and oh-so-delicious!Good … [Read more...]
