This is a little embarrassing since I write a healthy food blog, but over the holidays I fell off the wagon a lot. I mean, I couldn't say no to my brother's from-scratch plum pudding (including seconds and thirds), the cakes and candies and chocolates everywhere, the late-night snacks that fueled … [Read more...]
Midweek Dash: Baby Arugula Salad with White Wine Vinaigrette
In a sure sign of spring, tubs of baby arugula have appeared in my grocer's refrigerator case! (And probably at my farmers market too, should I get motivated enough to hoof it over there this Saturday.)Another sure sign of spring is the return of the doves that canoodle shamelessly on my windowsill, … [Read more...]
Green Zucchini Gazpacho
This zucchini gazpacho is spring in a bowl: fresh, vegetal, and the vivid green color of newly sprouted fescue. At first bite, it's mellow and lightly sweet, thanks to the raw zucchini and celery. But wait a moment and your tongue will start to tingle—that's the arugula and garlic talking. As you … [Read more...]