As a child of the Midwest I have memories of eating zucchini almost daily during late summer. It found its way into breads, soups, skillets, and casseroles. So ubiquitous was this vegetable that when I was in my early teens I spent a productive chunk of time writing a book with my cousin Julie called […]
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Parmesan Artichoke Fritas
My resolutions have thus far been mired down by carby food cravings, so I hope you are off to a healthier start than I have managed. Lately I have been craving fried foods (probably influenced by all of the ads for Super Bowl foods), and this was how I succumbed. These make a great little […]
60 Produce-Packed Recipes to Launch Your Healthy New Year
My personal experiences with shifting to a healthier diet have been that I am much more successful when I focus on behaviors that I should add or increase, rather than those I should eliminate. I’m just more successful with the carrot than the stick (pun intended). I’m convinced that everyone could improve their health pretty […]
Fresh Tomato and Cheddar Tart (grain free)
If you are fortunate enough to be dealing with an abundance of fresh tomatoes, this is a beautiful dish for a light supper or for a summer potluck. The crust is rich and nutty and acts as a great balance for the sweetness and acidity of the tomatoes. I used Black Krims, Purple Cherokees, and […]
Classic Cheese Fondue
Fondue is one of those participatory foods that makes for great party fare, and I find it ideal for New Year’s Eve. It is impossible to avoid chatting up your neighbors while you are all dipping things into molten cheese. Traditional fondue etiquette requires that any woman who drops a tidbit into the cheese must […]
Lion’s Mane Mushrooms
When you think of mushrooms, furry is probably not the first thing that comes to mind, but this is a mushroom that looks decidedly furry. To me, they look like Tribbles, those purring creatures from my favorite episode of Star Trek. Lion’s Mane mushrooms are delicious and meaty, though somewhat difficult to find. If you […]
Whole30 Crab Puffs
Whole30 Slow Cooker Curried Tomato Soup
Whole30 Savory Baked Apples
