Ginger and honey-glazed carrots
This is always the time of year that I appreciate living in California. Â Whereas the ground in my parents’ New York garden is still frozen, I am pulling carrots out
Chicken and Avocado Soup
Even though I’m a big football fan and I love a good game (especially when my team wins), when it’s over, it’s over. Whether the outcome of the game is
Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Enchiladas Verdes (and a casserole version!)
A few weeks ago, six other families and mine planned to get together for a pot luck at my friend Lana’s house. One of the families keeps kosher, so we
Sesame Roasted Cauliflower with Nori
This recipe is embarrassingly simple. It’s so simple, I wasn’t sure if I should even teach it in a class, let alone dedicate a whole post to it. But when
Stir-fried Grass-fed Beef and Broccoli
Happy Chinese New Year! Mr. Picky is very excited to celebrate the holiday at his school today and the girls are happy that I’ll be making a Chinese meal for
Creamy miso-ginger dressing
When I was at Whole Foods the other day, at I was amazed by the dozens of people cradling ingredients for the big Cleanse. Â I can’t imagine choosing to drink
Potato and bean soup (patate e fagioli)
Who invented the idea of “Meatless Monday?” Â The U.S. Food Administration did during World War I and urged families to conserve key staples to aid the war effort, but the
Farro and kale with roasted pears and turkey bacon
I hope your Christmas was merry. Â We have been sharing a lovely week with my family in New York. Â My mother really outdid herself and gave me Christmas
