Don’t have time to cook? Hate to cook? Don’t know what to do with certain foods? Want to save money on meals? I hope to inspire you and help you create delicious meals that are healthy and simple to make as well as fast and affordable.
I went to my favorite farm stand in town and picked up some great greens. One particular green I bought was Swiss chard; the leaves were enormous and crispy and bright. I used some in salad and other dishes but I still had a lot of large leaves left so I decided to stuff them… Continue reading Stuffed Swiss Chard
This salad will help cleanse your system and provide you with minerals and vitamins. Choose organic ingredients when you can to avoid pesticides and such. 1 head broccoli chopped into bite sized pieces ½ small onion – red onion or scallions will work nicely 2-4 carrots, sliced thin, chopped or run through a spiralizer (Cut… Continue reading Broccoli Super-food Salad
1-2 fillets for each person depending on the size – place in baker/casserole/pan 3 small limes, juiced (buy organic so you can wash them and simmer the couscous water with the peel) 2 Tablespoons olive oil 4 Tablespoons cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon ground ginger or 1” fresh ginger squeezed through garlic press Salt & Pepper… Continue reading Mahi Mahi with Lime Couscous
Here’s a light, healthy, satisfying and filling stew that will help you feel more grounded. Lentils help cleanse and purify your blood, sweet potatoes add fiber, potassium and helps kick cravings for sweets. Recipe makes about 6-8 servings. *Add spinach or kale about 5 minutes before serving to add extra healthy goodness. 3 Tbs. Olive oil 4… Continue reading Sweet Potato & Lentil Stew (simple & quick)
As winter fades out and spring eases in, it’s a good idea to lighten your meals. You can do that through eating spring vegetables and other seasonal produce. Eating clean and in season is a way your body adjusts to each wonderful season. Try this simple vegetable stew this week and ease your way into lighter eating for spring.
I’m a big fan of getting all the nutrients from a meal in one dish; I like one dish casseroles, soup and stew and absolutely a “Buddha” bowl of health! Since the holidays have come and gone there’s no better time to either start a healthy body, healthy diet regimen. All it takes is making… Continue reading Cleansing Healthy One Bowl
Eating lean and clean after big celebrations such as winter holidays and summertime barbeques can be beneficial to keeping yourself in good health. Here is a wintertime squash recipe that can help your body get rid of toxins and sluggish cells. Choose Acorn, pumpkin, butternut or buttercup squash 1 cup Brussels sprouts cleaned and cut… Continue reading Detoxifying Baked-Stuffed Winter Squash
2-3 carrots 4-5 yellow beets (red will ‘stain’ the whole meal 2-3 yams/sweet potatoes 1-2 white potato 1 small celery root (celeriac) 1 large onion sliced thickly 2-4 large garlic cloves 1” piece of ginger peeled and sliced handful green beans, peas and or corn if desired. Any other root vegetable you have on hand.… Continue reading Root Vegetable Stew
1 lg. Butternut squash Salt Cinnamon Nutmeg Ground ginger Ground sage 2 Tbsp. Butter Cut Squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds and lay cut side down on an oiled cookie sheet (you can line the pan with foil for easier cleanup) Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until squash is soft. When cool… Continue reading Butternut Squash Lasagna
Beets and Squash are in abundance right now so take advantage of their healthy whole food goodness and feel good about fueling your body well. Two delicious, simple and fast recipes are featured here so get out to your local farm stand or market and grab the few ingredients needed for a great meal! Roasted… Continue reading Roasted Beet Salad & Summer Squash Ribbon Salad
