So sweet and earthy... This is an absolutely amazing recipe that I learned at the Institute of Domestic Technology a few years back and went on to successfully duplicate at home. The garam masala is optional, but I highly encourage you to make at least one jar with the spice to try it!
Read MoreIn the in-between of Summer and Fall, this soup has both the savory, comforting quality of split pea soup and the crisp, cool bite of fresh herbs and veggies. It’s a large recipe that can serve 6-8, but also refrigerates well.
Read MoreI created this recipe as my final project for Culinary Nutrition course through Matthew Kenney Culinary. Each component includes an ingredient somehow related to my theme: eye health.
Read MoreWell, we're nearing the end of Summer, which means the days will continue to get shorter (and colder!), and those sweet, vibrant Summer fruits will soon be going into hibernation. But while there’s still warmth in the air and blueberries on the shelves, try this refreshing and antioxidant-rich recipe that is not only soul-nurturingly delicious, but sure to give you a great immuno-boost as the the season changes.
Read MoreI am truly a summer spirit... in fact, today is my birthday! Born by the beach in the middle of August, I thrive on all the goodness that nature provides during the summertime.
Read MoreThere are few foods as interesting on the outside or as shockingly hued on the inside as the fuchsia-colored pitaya! When they’re in season, I can’t pass up the opportunity to make something yummy that highlights the beauty of this fruit.
Read MoreThis is such a fresh recipe that can be served as a salad or a main course. Read more for the recipe!
Read MoreI absolutely love tropical fruits! Growing up in Hawai'i, we had a big lilikoi tree in our yard and we could pick guavas on our way to the bus stop. Another one of our houses had papayas, mangoes, avocados and even pineapple. While there are tons of things you can do with these yummy fruits, I was in the mood for some oats today.
Read MoreDid you know that papaya seeds are edible? Papaya seeds can help to detox the liver, as well as improve kidney health and prevent renal failure. They are anti-inflammatory and have anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties too.
Read MoreHealthy, easy to make and delicious. If you haven't already tried making your own nut milks, I highly recommend it. Any time you can make something fresh and from scratch, you're better off. And if you buy your nuts in bulk, you can avoid wasteful packaging too.
Read MoreIf you’re reading this blog, your interested in health, or at least good, wholesome food. The more you know about healthy habits, the more you’re going to veer away from pre-packaged foods and towards making your own, and with that comes the curiosity about product quality, and the desire to fully express your own unique flavors. Choosing whole, organic foods is a given. Sourcing your produce at local farmer’s markets also goes without saying. But deciding what to do with it…well that’s the dilemma. At that point it’s helpful to have a foundation of simple time-tested techniques to build upon.
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