Spaghetti Squash is not spaghetti. Let’s just get that out in the open right now. It’s not the cousin of linguine. Nor fettuccini’s sister. This squash gets it’s name from the fact that it looks stringy. Okay well, you have to cook it first. Once it’s done, you can use a fork to scrape it so that the … Read More
I fell in love. There it was, inside of one of my weekly CSA pick ups. The kohlrabi was green and oddly shaped. I was intrigued. I have shared in the past that a Community Supported Agriculture program is a great way to discover new fruits, grains and vegetables. It can really expand your plant-based vocabulary. Each week … Read More
Broccoli mash came into our lives by accident. We had a bag of frozen broccoli sitting in the back of the freezer. I’m gonna say it’s been there more than 6 months. No judgement please. A huge part of being a plant-based advocate means finding new ways to love classic foods that I grew up with. It ain’t … Read More
Sheet pans get a workout in this house. You may know them as bake pans or cookie sheets. A kitchen must have for roasting or baking anything. I remember trying to use just aluminum foil. That can work but I appreciate the sturdiness and support that comes from a sheet pan. In recent years, I’ve purchased all kinds … Read More
Jerk spice instantly makes me think of bold flavor and bold people. Different than the hot that comes from hot sauce, it hits different. Technically, “jerk” is about how meats are seasoned, smoked and grilled. The process and the flavors are a true nod to the culture. You can find this flavor all over the globe from the … Read More
The caramel apple is popular for about one month during the calendar year. October 31st just happens to be National Caramel Apple Day. Did you know it was invented by Dan Walker in the 1950s? It gets better. He was an employee at Kraft at the time. Yes Kraft, the same people that brought you the macaroni and … Read More
Apple is the one flavor that I can never walk away from. I love anything apple. This is true for everything from pie to cookies. Once fall begins, you can bet your last dollar that they are in my shopping cart. Do you believe that an apple a day keeps the doctor away? Well, the research doesn’t say … Read More
A picky eater can make any meal challenging. I find this to be most true when it comes to the first meal of the day. I used to spend a half hour asking my daughter if she wanted pancakes or quiche or toast and jelly. Not so bad on a weekend but a nightmare when we are trying … Read More