Earlier this week, I had a yen for a little something different for breakfast. Usually, I love a piece of fruit with my bowl of cinnamon-y millet, but this particular morning, I just wasn't feeling it. That, and we were out of "normal" fruit. We did, however, have a pomegranate (which, true … [Read more...]
Vegan White Bean Dip
I'm so pleased to share my new go-to white bean dip with you! This dip is delicious spread thick on a wrap or tortilla—just add some greens and whatever vegetables are kicking around in your fridge, and you have a fast, healthy lunch. That said, it also likes to be the center of attention (just … [Read more...]
Herbed Green Beans with Lemon Zest
I'll admit it: I'm a summer kind of gal. Overflowing farm markets, capris and sandals, long lazy days--they all just suit me fine. So when daylight begins slipping away and market offerings begin to flag, I get a little blue. I really do. Luckily, I'm still seeing one of my favorite summer … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy Coconut Pumpkin Soup (Orange You Glad It’s Tuesday?)
Knock knock! Who's there? Orange. Orange who? Orange you glad it's Tuesday so we can eat coconut pumpkin soup? (Me too!!) _____ Quick and Easy Coconut Pumpkin Soup The basic pumpkin soup recipe here is my own, borne of having lots of pumpkin stashed in my … [Read more...]
Midweek Dash: Mushrooms with Garlic and Wilted Spinach
My friend Jen suggested this combination to me, and personally I think it's inspired. Not only is it a mash-up of my favorite steakhouse sides, but it's quick and easy to boot. No need to relegate it to the role of side dish, though; according to Jen, if you toss it with some pasta and a little … [Read more...]