What’s In Your Food?
Reading the food label and ingredients list on packaged products can be daunting. Many of the items in today’s food supply are synthetic chemicals, and the safety of these non-foods on our health is questionable. As a general rule, if the food doesn’t grow in the ground or, if you are a meat eater, ever […]
Kohlrabi
Kohlrabi is a type of wild cabbage with attributes similar to Brussel’s sprouts, collard greens, or Savory cabbage. This vegetable can be eaten raw or cooked and is a fine addition to soups and casseroles. Kohlrabi delivers almost the entire day’s worth of Vitamin C (based on a 2,000-calorie diet). It is also a source […]
Tomato Gazpacho
Every so often, I end up with a successful experiment. I had in mind a vegetable juice similar to the V8 I enjoyed in my youth and ended up with a delightful tomato gazpacho. John says it’s a keeper, and I wholeheartedly agree. Add the following ingredients to your blender and pulse until the mixture […]
Salsa
Either breakfast was late, or lunch was early. I couldn’t find Frank, and catastrophe was certain without him.
“Frank,” I called, “Where are you, sweetheart?”
Frank did not answer.
I searched the kitchen. That is where I usually find him. “I need you, Frank,” I pleaded. “Where are you hiding?” It was just like Frank to hide. He was always such a tease and a spicy sort, at that. I love Frank, and he knows it.
Sweet Potato Dollops with Tomato Chutney
John’s creative recipe contrasts potato sweetness with a tangy chutney for a flavorful meal. Pair it with a side salad or serving of beans and this meal is perfect for breakfast or anytime you want a smaller meal. Sweet Potato Cakes Boil sweet potatoes until fork tender (roughly 40 minutes). Place potatoes in a bowl […]
The Truth About Diet
Choosing the right diet can be complicated. But, there is common ground, a place where we all can begin.