Sweet Potato Nachos with Vegan Queso Recipe

I was watching “The Kitchen” this morning while I was working out, because don’t we all watch cooking shows while we’re trying to burn calories?  I have a theory that combining the two makes me even more hungry than I would have been just exercising and watching CNN. The struggle.

Whole Grain Pear-Cranberry Buckle Recipe

Holidays to me are more special than ever since I have two children in college and only one at home.  Whether it is Thanksgiving or Christmas, I know that the five of us will be together and I couldn’t ask for anything more.  Unless it was on my wish list, in which case if my […]

Stovetop Cauliflower with Pomegranate Molasses Recipe

Are you guys sick of cauliflower yet?  Great, me neither!  I seriously never tire of any vegetables, although some are more versatile than others and show up on my dinner planner more than others.  I am kale’s biggest fan, but I’m sorry, it doesn’t hold a candle to what cauliflower can do.  Cauliflower is in […]

Endive and Pear Salad with Walnuts and Parmesan Recipe

After Thanksgiving, I pretty much crave simple foods and simple cooking.  I go from one extreme to the other.  Luckily, I don’t host any holiday parties after Thanksgiving nor do I host or plan Christmas dinner, instead we are at my parents’ house for the holiday and I am merely a sous chef.  I am […]

Holiday Gift Guide 2016

It’s that time of year!  You know how I feel about giving gifts.  Whereas I know most people to whom I give gifts basically have everything they need, it is still wonderful to pick out something special and make someone feel loved and appreciated.  The past few years I have also gifted myself something after […]