How sad is it that I never had an avocado until I was in college? Not even guacamole. I mean, what kind of a life is that? Fast-forward I'm-not-going-to-tell-you-how-many-years later, I eat avocados almost every day. I am crazy about the texture and flavor, and they go with everything. Avocados ...
chopped grilled vegetable salad recipe
Sometimes, a little freshening up is in order. I put this chopped grilled vegetable salad on my weekly dinner planner and when I pulled the image for it, I cringed a little. The photo did not do it justice at all. This salad is one of my absolute favorites and one that I posted almost 5 years ...
Creamy Cabbage and Avocado Slaw Recipe (no mayo)
I had the most fantastic time in Dallas this past weekend! I spent lovely quality time with my daughter, and I enjoyed getting to know her sorority sisters and their moms. We had a very full weekend with lots of good food, karaoke (no comment!), yoga, and shopping for everything from mattresses to ...
Grilled Pineapple Salad with Avocado and Mojito Dressing Recipe
I am not much of a drinker, at least anymore. ;) If you've known me for a long time, you know that way back in the day, I used to enjoy a cocktail more often than not. Nowadays, I have very limited tolerance for it and therefore I pretty much abstain except for a glass of wine once a month or so. ...
Spring Salad with Oranges, Avocado, Radishes and Pumpkin Seed Brittle Recipe
Yesterday my son asked me what my favorite foods were when I was a kid and I quickly responded, "Salad! I remembered telling someone when I was in the second grade that I wouldn't mind drinking a bottle of olive oil and vinegar." To which my son scoffed, "That's impossible. What 7-year-old likes ...
Fennel Salad with Citrus, Avocado and Ricotta Salata Recipe
I'm doing a little menu planning right now for my annual Christmas trip to my parents' house, where we'll (mostly I'll) be cooking 3 meals a day for at least a dozen or more people. And this does require planning otherwise we will be schlepping to the market multiple times a day. And why would I ...
How to Make Healthy and Delicious Summer Rolls *VIDEO*
I love summer rolls -- crunchy, fresh, and flavorful all wrapped in a delicate rice paper wrapper. Summer rolls are one of those things I never thought I could make at home. The wrappers, the rolling, the sauce! Not only are they way easier than I imagined, but they can be quite the nutritious ...
Deconstructed Guacamole Salad Recipe
I just dropped off my oldest at college this past weekend. Up until this point, nothing has made me feel as old as saying to someone, "I have a child in college." And it doesn't help when people respond with, "Wow!" Rub it in. Thank heavens for Mr. Picky who is in elementary school and still ...
California Nicoise Salad Recipe
I just arrived in New York for my annual summer vacay with my parents, my sisters and their families. We've descended upon my parents' house in Long Island for a week of old fashioned backyard fun with a few trips to the beach and the ice cream parlor. It also involves some serious menu planning ...
fiesta salad with salsa vinaigrette recipe
Whenever I plan the amount of food I make in my classes, I always make sure I have tons of whatever salad I am teaching. 96% of my students are women and women loooooove salad. And so do I. I could eat salad for breakfast, lunch and dinner. First course, side dish or main course. I love lots of ...
Charred Corn Salad with Tomatoes and Avocado Recipe
I am at the end of my summer visit with my family on Long Island and I am starting to pout. “I don’t wanna go home!” Believe me, home, which is Manhattan Beach, California, is not so shabby. But it’s not getting out of bed at 7:30 am (instead of 5:30.) It’s not wine at lunch AND dinner. It’s ...