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10 Tips for How to Learn...
Recently I participated in a healthy living workshop for The Daniel Plan, manning the sm... Read More
14 Things To Do With Zucc...
From giant home grown monsters to finger-sized baby zucchini, this thin-skinned summer squ... Read More
15 Reasons to Give Up Sod...
You’ve heard it before. That little voice inside your head that nags you to give up... Read More
24 Heart Healthy Foods
Everyday, your heart beats more than 80,000 to 100,000 times a day and pumps around 2,000... Read More
30 Minute Pasta Sauce
Whether you call it spaghetti sauce, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, or marinara, it is a stapl... Read More
4th of July Healthy Menu...
If you are trying to figure out the fireworks of your 4th of July menu and what will make... Read More
All About Asparagus
The vegetable world’s herald of spring is fresh asparagus. One of my all-time favorite v... Read More
All About Nutritional Yea...
While it might not sound too appetizing, nutritional yeast has a pleasant, cheesy, savory,... Read More
All About Quinoa and How...
If you are unfamiliar with quinoa, it’s time to learn about this amazing, ancient h... Read More
Apple Pecan Coffee Cake &...
The scent of cinnamon filled the house with an irresistible aroma while I was testing this... Read More
Arugula Salad with Quinoa...
Terrific Toronto. That’s what we now call this fabulous Canadian city. We just got back... Read More
Asian Almond Butter Sauce...
Sauces are power tools in your kitchen. Sauces are transformative. Sauces can turn a basi... Read More
Asian Coleslaw
Colorful, cool and crunchy. Try giving your next batch of this classic cabbage salad a hea... Read More
Asian Turkey Lettuce Wrap...
Perfect for hungry Superbowl guests or a busy weeknight dinner for family, Asian turkey le... Read More
Avocado Basil Dip
Creamy and bright green, this avocado basil dip is terrific for holiday entertaining, afte... Read More
Avocado Hummus Wraps
Like wraps? Here is something new to try. A Wrawp. Smear with hummus, layer in some avocad... Read More
Avocado Pomegranate Guaca...
For the love of avocados, here is a twist on traditional guacamole you’ve got to try... Read More
Avocado Toast with Tomato...
Beautiful California avocados. I eat them every day. Buttery, creamy, healthy, and totally... Read More
Baked Corn Tortilla Strip...
Details, details. The right little garnish can make a simple soup or salad a lot more fun,... Read More
Barbecue Glazed Meatloaf...
Barbecue Glazed Meatloaf Classic American comfort food, meatloaf is enjoying a revival. Wh... Read More
Basic Berry Sauce | Smoot...
Basic Berry Sauce – Use Frozen Berries Made from frozen berries that are easily kep... Read More
Basic Broccolini: A Fast...
For a quick, easy and healthy dinner side, make basic broccolini. In less than three minut... Read More
Bison Bolognese Meat Sauc...
Pasta with meat sauce, a time-honored classic that never goes out of style. This traditio... Read More
Black and White Sesame Sa...
Many people love salmon but are afraid to cook it at home. Try this easy, Asian-inspired r... Read More
Black Bean Pumpkin Soup
In this busy season when days zoom by and temperatures drop, it’s comforting to have an... Read More
Blueberry Brain Smoothie...
Making this year a success requires making good decisions. And we can’t make good de... Read More
Braised Cabbage with Leek...
Humble cabbage becomes a savory side dish in just minutes. It’s nice along side roast ch... Read More
Braised Chicken with Cash...
Chicken with gravy. Just the mention might conjure up happy memories of a family dinner at... Read More
Broccoli and Cabbage Slaw...
Spring weather is so unpredictable. Today is a cool spring day, but recently it hit the 90... Read More
Brussels Sprouts with Bac...
Brussels sprouts. Those cute little mini cabbages. They make a great side dish to accompan... Read More
Caprese Skewers with Basi...
Featuring juicy summer tomatoes, creamy mini mozzarella balls and fresh, bright green basi... Read More
Caramelized Sweet Red Oni...
Humble Onions Craving something sweet? Don’t turn to something sugary. As crazy as... Read More
Cauliflower Colcannon
An Emerald Isle tradition, colcannon is a combination of mashed potatoes mixed with eith... Read More
Cauliflower Rice with Par...
If you ditched white rice for a healthier, lower carb, grain-free diet, try making caulifl... Read More
Chia Muesli Breakfast Pud...
While I’ve called this chia breakfast pudding, it’s really something called Bi... Read More
Chicken Breasts Baked in...
Trying to figure out what to cook for Mother’s Day dinner? Look no further. Here is a te... Read More
Chicken Noodle Vegetable...
As we start a New Year, its time to return to healthy, comforting foods to ward off the... Read More
Chicken Tomatillo Soup
Get Ready for Thanksgiving While preparing for Thanksgiving is everyone’s focus, we... Read More
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Here’s one of my favorite ways to use leftover chicken: Chicken tortilla soup. This sou... Read More
Chinese Chicken Salad wit...
Crunchy, colorful vegetables team with shredded chicken and a creamy sesame ginger vinaigr... Read More
Chocolate Chip Granola Bi...
. Who doesn’t love granola. Crunchy, nutty, maple-y, spiced and a great way to start the... Read More
Chocolate Coconut Ice Cre...
Rich, chocolatey and incredibly creamy, this chocolate coconut ice cream recipe is a knock... Read More
Chocolate Cranberry Bites...
Chocolate Cranberry Bites. Everyone goes crazy over them, and they are so easy to make wit... Read More
Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
When dessert has to be chocolate, this recipe will knock your socks off. Decadent, rich, s... Read More
Classic Basil Pesto
Classic basil pesto instantly transforms ordinary dishes into something delicious and diff... Read More
Classic Cobb Salad
A much loved classic, the Cobb Salad was created in the 1930’s at the famous Hollywood r... Read More
Classic French Mushrooms...
Mushrooms Duxelles – The classic French mixture of finely chopped mushrooms, herbs, garl... Read More
Cornbread Cranberry Dress...
Contemplating my holiday menu, I thought about many friends who have adopted a gluten-fre... Read More
Cranberry Pomegranate Sau...
Cranberry sauce or cranberry relish; the must serve side dish for roast turkey or ham. Con... Read More
Cream of Broccoli Soup wi...
Bright green and velvety smooth, here is my latest soup recipe – cream of broccoli... Read More
Creamed Pearl Onions
Creamed Pearl Onions. I hated them as a kid, and love them as an adult who finally wised u... Read More
Creamy Butternut Apple So...
Velvety smooth and vibrant orange, this creamy butternut apple soup is easy to make and h... Read More
Creamy Dairy Free Asparag...
Asparagus is my spring obsession. Long considered a gourmet delight, I can’t get eno... Read More
Creamy Deviled Eggs
Musing over my non-traditional Easter menu of roast salmon, I was missing an appetizer. I... Read More
Creamy Golden Hummus
Homemade hummus is a mainstay snack in my kitchen. When I made a batch this week for a vid... Read More
Creamy Leek and Mushroom...
Mushroom soup is one of my favorite soups, yet it’s one I’ve not made for ages because... Read More
Creamy Quick Chicken Curr...
It was hard to decide whether to call this recipe easy or quick, because it's both! You ca... Read More
Crispy Seared Duck Breast...
If you are considering what to serve for Valentine’s Day, here is an easy dinner th... Read More
Cucumber Mint Salad
Crisp, almost sweet, mini Persian cucumbers make a cool, refreshing salad. Toss with fresh... Read More
Curried Butternut Squash...
Warm, creamy, spiced and brilliant orange in color, here is a new soup for your fall enjoy... Read More
Curried Chicken Salad
Creamy curried chicken salad. Classic chicken salad gets a tasty flavor twist with an Indi... Read More
Dairy Free Carrot Top Pes...
Carrot top pesto made with fluffy green carrot tops. For years they ended up in the tras... Read More
Dairy Free Cheesy Sprinkl...
Cheesy-tasting but no cheese? Yes! This versatile, dairy free cheesy sprinkle tastes sort... Read More
Dairy Free Creamy Corn Ch...
At end of summer good fresh corn is in abundance. Golden kernels and pale, soft green hus... Read More
Dark Chocolate Dipped Str...
A dessert that is actually good for you? That would be dark chocolate dipped strawberries.... Read More
Deviled Egg Lettuce Wraps...
What to do with all of those pretty eggs you’ve hard boiled for Easter? Make egg salad o... Read More
Dungeness Crab Salad with...
Prized for its sweet, delicate flesh, Dungeness crab is a west coast specialty. It needs l... Read More
Easy Chicken Parmesan
When your schedule is hectic (and when isn’t it?) and you need a hot, comfort food dinne... Read More
Easy Healthy Party Dips
While the Superbowl is synonymous with great football and must-see commercials, snacks a... Read More
Easy Lemon Hummus
We spent last weekend visiting family and friends in beautiful Colorado. It was so nice to... Read More
Easy Roasted Brussels Spr...
My little cabbage might be a French term of endearment, but many people are not in love wi... Read More
Easy Smoked Salmon Dip
A few years ago I posted my recipe for an easy smoked salmon dip. It’s a recipe I make r... Read More
Easy Tips to Detox Every...
Doing a detox after the holidays is a great way to kick off the New Year, an effective way... Read More
Easy White Chicken Chili...
When your family is hungry and time is short, make this hearty white chicken chili. Done i... Read More
Easy Zucchini Casserole
Got zucchini? At the end of summer, markets and gardens have it in abundance! Skip the bre... Read More
Eat Fat Get Thin | Dr. Ma...
For decades, fat has been imprisoned, falsely convicted in the court of public opinion b... Read More
Edamame Succotash
Edamame succotash – an easy, healthy recipe that works as we transition from summer... Read More
Eggs Benedict with Smoked...
Whether Mother’s Day, New Year’s Day or I Survived Another Week Day, Eggs Benedict mak... Read More
Fast and Flavorful Chicke...
In the heat of summer, hot soup is the last thing most people think of eating, much less c... Read More
Forgotten Cookies
Softly leafing through an old, faded notebook, I came across a recipe that looked familia... Read More
French Market Vegetable B...
French market vegetable beef soup is a meal in itself. It’s got everything from the mark... Read More
Fresh Fig and Green Salad...
With deep purple skin and pink flesh, fresh Black Mission figs have a unique texture and s... Read More
Garlicky Caesar Salad wit...
Caesar Salad: A Great Classic Created by an Italian chef in Tijuana, Mexico around 1924, C... Read More
Golden Chicken Cutlets
Need a fast dinner? Here’s a recipe, really more of a technique for golden chicken cutle... Read More
Golden French Onion Soup...
A steaming bowl of French onion soup topped with melted Gruyere cheese – classic comfort... Read More
Greek Pasta Salad
The fresh air off the Pacific Ocean cleared not only our lungs but our heads. Camped on a... Read More
Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bo...
Here’s a quick bowl I’ve been making recently as an alternative breakfast to m... Read More
Green Bean Salad with Swe...
I had a friend whose idea of green bean salad meant draining canned green beans and dousin... Read More
Green Beans Almondine
Since just about every body loves green beans, it’s fun to create new ways to serve... Read More
Green Juice Recipe
With a new juicer in my kitchen, I’ve been concocting all kinds of healthy juice recip... Read More
Green Mojito Smoothie fro...
Do you love smoothies? I do, and have had one most mornings for the last fifteen years. Sm... Read More
Green Quinoa Salad with S...
Shopping at a favorite health-food market my tummy was rumbling, so I headed to the fresh... Read More
Green Tea Avocado Smoothi...
Start your morning a healthy glass of creamy green goodness, my new Matcha Avocado Smoothi... Read More
Grilled Artichokes
See that platter of grilled artichokes? After we shot the photos for this post we were hun... Read More
Grilled Chicken Salad wit...
A good salad must have great dressing. What’s a Caesar without the Caesar dressing or... Read More
Grilled Corn and Quinoa S...
While fresh summer corn lingers at the market, grill a few cobs, cut off the caramelized... Read More
Grilled Corn on the Cob w...
The crunch when you bite into golden kernels. An occasional squirt of corn juice when the... Read More
Grilled Flank Steak Mexic...
Fire up the grill for Father’s Day and treat dad to a great dinner with grilled flan... Read More
Grilled Lemon Mint Chicke...
Fragrant emerald mint growing outside my kitchen door beckoned with the freshness of sprin... Read More
Grilled Shrimp Salad with...
Crisp salad greens and grilled shrimp are the basis for a new grilled shrimp salad with fr... Read More
Grilled Swordfish Kabobs...
Fire up the grill for Father’s Day and serve these easy, tasty swordfish and vegetable k... Read More
Guide to Plant-Based Prot...
It’s almost impossible to escape the buzz about the benefits of moving towards a plant-b... Read More
Hawaiian Goat Cheese and...
Getting a golden tan and playing golf is many peoples goal for a vacation on the big islan... Read More
Hawaiian Green Smoothie
It must be the anticipation of our fall trip to Maui, because I am in a Maui state of min... Read More
Healthy Homemade Tomato S...
Say Goodbye to Store Bought Soup Do you have canned or boxed soups in your pantry for mea... Read More
Healthy Protein Smoothies...
Smooth, creamy and bursting with nutrition, smoothies are easy to make for a healthy break... Read More
Healthy Yogurt Hollandais...
Creamy, buttery, and as thick as mayonnaise, Hollandaise is a much-loved, classic French s... Read More
Hearty Turkey Bean Soup
What to do with leftover turkey? Make soup! Here is a hearty turkey bean soup with lots of... Read More
Herb Roasted Cherry Tomat...
Sweet and rich with concentrated tomato and herbal flavors, these herb roasted cherry toma... Read More
Herbed Baby Dutch Potatoe...
Little golden orbs of buttery delight, that’s what I call Baby Dutch Potatoes. You eat t... Read More
Homemade Almond Milk
If your goal is eating more healthfully this year by adding more unprocessed and whole foo... Read More
Homemade Cashew Milk
Homemade cashew milk. Make it: don’t buy it. It’s so easy. Soak raw nuts over... Read More
Homemade Chicken Broth (B...
Step away from the box – boxed chicken broth, that is. Learn to make homemade chicken br... Read More
Homemade Cocktail Sauce
This homemade cocktail sauce is quick to make and sure beats anything out of a jar. Smoked... Read More
Homemade Herbed Mayonnais...
The simple emulsion of oil and egg yolks, a little mustard, vinegar, spices (and herbs). W... Read More
Homemade Hoisin Sauce
Years ago, I loved Hoisin sauce for barbecue, slathering it over grilled chicken or seared... Read More
Homemade Turkey Broth
The best Thanksgiving gravy starts with rich, homemade turkey broth. Make your turkey brot... Read More
Homemade Vegetable Broth...
If you want to follow a more plant-based diet, try using homemade vegetable broth instead... Read More
Honey Nectarine Sorbet
Before summer nectarines disappear for a year, make this sweet, refreshing sorbet for dess... Read More
How to Choose A Protein P...
Smoothies are an energizing and nutritious way to start your day. With a bewildering array... Read More
How to Choose and Cut a W...
Watermelons are the quintessential summer refresher. And since watermelons are more than 9... Read More
How to Make Clarified But...
While I cook mostly with olive oil and coconut oil, sometimes only butter will do. Someti... Read More
How to Make Homemade Brea...
You might scratch your head wondering why I would post a recipe for homemade bread crumbs.... Read More
How to Make Perfect Hard...
Frustrated by hard boiled eggs that are hard to peel then look like a train wreck? Here is... Read More
How to Make Zucchini Nood...
Zucchini noodles? Yes! Long strands of zucchini that look like pasta noodles and taste ter... Read More
How to Poach Chicken Brea...
How to poach chicken breasts: a simple, classic cooking method that really comes in handy... Read More
How to Read Food Labels
The New Year is a great time to recommit to your journey to a healthier life. And learnin... Read More
How to Reduce Pesticides...
Talking with friends about food, cooking and grocery shopping (is there anything else?), I... Read More
How to Roast a Whole Chic...
Whole roast chicken is a Sunday dinner tradition in our house. Golden-crusted and crisp-sk... Read More
How to Roast Asparagus
I am crazy about asparagus. Always have been. I have to apologize to my husband for my l... Read More
How to Roast Beets
Beets are a love-hate vegetable. People seem to be either in the “dirt” camp (hate the... Read More
How To Rotisserie Chicken...
Crisp, juicy and golden. Rotisserie roast chicken is a staple in our house. It’s the bes... Read More
How to Sear Scallops
Big sea scallops, also called diver scallops are a wonderful treat when you can find them.... Read More
How To Steam Salmon
With time-starved schedules and the desire to eat healthy, everyone needs fast recipes the... Read More
How to Toast Pumpkin Seed...
How to toast pumpkin seeds. Such a simple thing. So tasty. And do you know good for you t... Read More
Ingredients A-Z: Artichok...
Artichokes – the vegetable version of a pinecone. My thanks to the brave soul who first... Read More
Ingredients A-Z: Avocados...
Creamy, buttery, avocados. Some call them God’s butter. Shaped like pears with a d... Read More
Ingredients A-Z: Black Ri...
The legendary black rice once reserved for Chinese Emperors, “Forbidden” rice is fable... Read More
Ingredients A-Z: Zucchini...
From giant home grown monsters to finger-sized baby zucchini, this thin-skinned squash is... Read More
Italian Braised Chicken T...
Made from economical chicken thighs and a few pantry items, this chicken dish is a basic,... Read More
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
After being gone for a month with spotty internet access, it’s good to be back in t... Read More
July 4th Healthy Menu Pla...
If you are trying to figure out the fireworks of your holiday menu and what will make it s... Read More
Kale Salad with Roasted V...
Here’s a delicious way to get more veggies on the table and change up your usual sal... Read More
Lemon Chicken Salad Pita...
Hot weather calls for cool salads, and here’s an unbeatable classic with a twist – lem... Read More
Linguini with Clams | A F...
Steamed Clam on Malibu Beach The first time I remember eating steamed clams was at Gladsto... Read More
Lobster Salad with Creamy...
Recently we spent a few glorious nights at the beautiful Montage Hotel in Laguna Beach, Ca... Read More
Mango Virgin Margarita
Don’t drink alcohol but want a festive, refreshing non-alcoholic mocktail? Introdu... Read More
Maple Glazed Pecans
Crunchy, rich, and lightly sweet with warm spices. From breakfast through afternoon snacks... Read More
Mashed Sweet Potatoes wit...
Considered a superfood, sweet potatoes are a powerhouse vegetable packed with flavor and... Read More
Mediterranean Chicken Thi...
Recently I grabbed chicken thighs at the store with no idea what I was going to do with th... Read More
Mediterranean Potato Sala...
If it’s 4th of July, then there MUST be potato salad. That was true when I was growing u... Read More
Mexican Turkey Meatloaf
With holiday madness in full swing, you’ve got better things to do than worry about than... Read More
Mushroom and Herb Pasta S...
This is an amazing tasting sauce with a rich and hearty flavor. My favorite pasta sauce.... Read More
Mushroom Stuffed Sole
If you are pining for spring when more fresh wild fish comes into season, make use of a l... Read More
My Tour at Sub-Zero Wolf...
Who could resist an invitation to a culinary playground? Not me. Last week I had the oppor... Read More
Not-ella Carob Butter | T...
If you suffer from migraine headaches, vertigo or Meniere’s Disease, chocolate migh... Read More
Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies...
With Christmas right around the corner, I just had to bake cookies. It’s like an it... Read More
Orange and Fennel Salad
Sweet oranges, tart ruby pomegranate seeds, buttery avocado, peppery arugula and licoricy... Read More
Pan Seared Halibut with M...
Go fish! Does anyone still play that card game? Anyway, for Valentine’s dinner, here is... Read More
Parmesan Potato Wedges
Crisp, golden and lightly crusted – baked Parmesan potato wedges. Great for Mother... Read More
Pasta with Chicken Sausag...
When time is short and you’re hungry, here is a quick dish I turn to over and over again... Read More
Pistachio Crusted Roast S...
Constantly on the run, the first half of the year went by in a blink. With trips to Santa... Read More
Poached Eggs with Pumpkin...
Creamy and hearty for a healthy fall breakfast, try poached eggs with pumpkin polenta. It... Read More
Poached Eggs with Quinoa...
Seems like everyone is rediscovering the simple joy of poached eggs. After being demonized... Read More
Pomegranate Seeds and a D...
A friend recently offered me fresh pomegranates off of her overflowing tree. What a gift!... Read More
Preserved Lemon Sauce
So you started your jar of preserved lemons last week, right? If so, keep this recipe ha... Read More
Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes
Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes Here’s a colorful last minute update for your Thanksgiving t... Read More
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Rich and smooth with coconut milk, creamy from a little banana, spiced with cinnamon, nut... Read More
Pumpkin Polenta with Chic...
Between cheesy grits for breakfast at Cow Girl Creamery in San Francisco’s Ferry Bui... Read More
Quick & Crispy Chick...
With leftover roast chicken in the refrigerator, chicken quesadillas became the lunch solu... Read More
Quick and Creamy Guacamol...
Cool and smooth, this creamy guacamole dip whips up fast in a food processor for a healthy... Read More
Quick and Easy Green Bean...
Fresh green beans in just five minutes? Yep. That’s all it takes, excluding the time for... Read More
Quick Grilled Zucchini
Can you tell that I’m in grilling mode? Flank steak, rotisserie chicken, corn on the cob... Read More
Quick Homemade Coconut Mi...
Homemade coconut milk is a delightful option for a morning breakfast smoothie. How to av... Read More
Quinoa Tabouleh Salad
When one of my best friends said “tell me what to do with quinoa”, this is first recip... Read More
Rainbow Vegetable Spring...
Whether you call them vegetable spring rolls or summer rolls, these little vegetable-fille... Read More
Raspberry Balsamic Seared...
Crisp seared salmon and a ruby red sauce made with frozen raspberries, raspberry balsamic... Read More
Raspberry Pomegranate Glu...
Golden, gluten free waffles with raspberry sauce are a holiday treat. Add pomegranate se... Read More
Raspberry Shrub
Need a refreshing, thirst-quenching drink to combat the heat of summer? Here is your answe... Read More
Ribollita | Tuscan Vegeta...
There is nothing like a warming bowl of soup to satisfy the soul. The Tuscan bean and vege... Read More
Rice Salad with Corn and...
We seldom eat out, but I can’t resist Gulfstream in Newport Beach, CA. You can always ge... Read More
Roast Chicken Breasts –...
The store is out of what you need, creativity is running low and dinner hour is looming. W... Read More
Roast Halibut with Roast...
Mild flavored and pearly white, there is nothing like fresh Alaskan halibut. I’m alway... Read More
Roasted Butternut Squash...
Whole foods, prepared simply are tasty and healthy. Perfect for fall dinners, roasted butt... Read More
Roasted Carrots with Thym...
The Richness of Roasting The house was filled with the rich aromas of roasting meat and ve... Read More
Roasted Cauliflower
Roasted cauliflower that tastes so incredible you cannot stop eating it. No kidding. It... Read More
Roasted Cauliflower and G...
Toss cauliflower florets and whole garlic cloves with olive oil, then roast and puree. It&... Read More
Roasted Garlic Shrimp
It was not until this weekend that I thought to share this recipe with you. One I have use... Read More
Roasted Maple Granola
After years of baking boatloads of homemade maple granola for my family, friends and clien... Read More
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus...
Don’t labor in the kitchen on Labor Day. Make this roasted red bell pepper hummus ahead... Read More
Roasted Red Potatoes with...
Crusty on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, roasted red potatoes are irresistibl... Read More
Roasted Tomato Marinara S...
With the end of summer, farmers markets are overflowing with beautiful tomatoes. Romas, be... Read More
Roasted Vegetable Ratatou...
Friday morning usually finds me shopping at a local farmers market. The vibrant colors, th... Read More
Seared Scallops with Vege...
Always looking for a way to get more vegetables into our diet and knowing my husband will... Read More
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Sala...
Because we can buy citrus fruit almost year round, its easy to forget that it is a winter... Read More
Shop Smart with The Dirty...
We all try to shop smart and make healthy decisions for our families. That’s even m... Read More
Simple Seared Salmon
If just thinking about cooking fish makes you nervous, try this simple way to cook perfect... Read More
Slow Roasted Beef Tenderl...
Looking for a wow dinner for your beef loving family and guests? Check out this slow roast... Read More
Smoked Salmon Deviled Egg...
Creamy, tangy, eggy bites of deliciousness. Deviled eggs and I go way back. So much, my mo... Read More
Smoked Salmon Nicoise Sal...
Sears Chef Challenge – Week Number 2 – Brea, CA We had another fun weekend wit... Read More
Southwestern Black Bean S...
Everyone loves recipes that are easy and quick to put together, healthy, and versatile in... Read More
Southwestern Turkey Chili...
My leftover Thanksgiving turkey needed to be finished up. I debated what to make with it.... Read More
Sparkling Watermelon and...
While water is the ultimate hydrator, many people turn to ice tea, soda, sugary bottled dr... Read More
Spiced Chocolate Sorbet (...
Rich and smooth, this spiced chocolate sorbet is a chocolate lovers dream dessert. It̵... Read More
Spiced Coconut Mango Smoo...
Transport yourself to the islands for breakfast with this spiced coconut mango tropical sm... Read More
Spiced Pumpkin Pudding
For the perfect finale to your Thanksgiving feast, here’s a creamy, sweet and light pump... Read More
Spiced Turkey Burgers wit...
If you’re looking to grill some burgers this weekend, try spiced turkey burgers as an al... Read More
Spicy 10 Minute Taco Fill...
Spicy, juicy, with choose your choice of ground meat, chicken, turkey, beef or bison. Use... Read More
Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavolo...
Have you ever made Shrimp Fra Diavolo? While it sounds fancy, it’s an easy, no-fail... Read More
Spicy Shrimp Tacos
Tacos are one of our mainstay lunches. Sometimes I use leftover roast chicken, but our fa... Read More
Steakhouse Roasted Mushro...
Mushrooms this good are often served alongside a thick, juicy steak at a fancy steakhouse... Read More
Steamed Artichokes with L...
Steamed artichokes with dipping sauce, one of my standard friends-are-coming-for-dinner ap... Read More
Steel Cut Oatmeal with He...
Spring might be here on the calendar but mornings are still chilly. Instead of my frozen f... Read More
Strawberries with Balsami...
Berries and vinegar might sound like odd partners, but they’re actually wonderful togeth... Read More
Strawberry Banana Smoothi...
A strawberry banana smoothie is a much-loved classic. In my continued attempts to add more... Read More
Stuffed Mushrooms with Su...
Stuffed mushrooms are a quick way to quiet growling stomachs while you are getting dinner... Read More
Stuffed Portobello Mushro...
Mushrooms. I’m crazy about their rich, meaty taste. When I learned about the fifth taste... Read More
Summer Gazpacho Tomato So...
Summer in a bowl. Take the edge off of summer’s heat with a chilled, refreshing bowl of... Read More
Summer White Bean Salad
Whether canned or dried, beans are the backbone of any strong pantry. Strong, like silent... Read More
Summer Zucchini, Corn, an...
When clients asked for this dish three times in one week, I knew I had to post it for you.... Read More
Superfood Blueberry Green...
Since we drink smoothies every morning for breakfast, I am continually in creative mode co... Read More
Thai Lemongrass Chicken
Take a trip to the orient with Thai Lemongrass Chicken. One of the most important flavors... Read More
Thai Shrimp Soup
Perfumed with aromatic lemongrass and ginger, zing from lime juice, and heat from a jalape... Read More
Thanksgiving Green Beans...
Planning and preparing for a big holiday dinner can stress even the most seasoned of cooks... Read More
The California Shrimp Lou...
She taught me to scramble eggs, make perfect white sauce and chicken soup. How I miss bein... Read More
The Daniel Plan: 40 Days...
Are you ready to start your journey towards a healthier life? A fantastic new book to guid... Read More
Tomato Salad Caprese | Fl...
Lunchtime in Florence, Italy It was lunchtime in Florence, Italy. Touring the huge central... Read More
Tropical Green Smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to start the day. They whip up in seconds, are transportable, an... Read More
Tropical Pineapple Mango...
When temperatures soar and you’re melting into a puddle, cooling dishes don’t just sou... Read More
Turkey and Quinoa Stuffed...
Traditional versions of stuffed peppers use green bell peppers, ground beef and rice. Here... Read More
Turkey Meatballs
From A to almost Z (actually Afghanistan to Vietnam), all cultures around the world have r... Read More
Turkey Tortilla Wrap with...
A nice change from sandwiches, wraps are easy to make. Fill with thinly sliced turkey (nit... Read More
Vegan Cheese Sauce
No-cheese sauce. Vegan cheese sauce. Cheesy sauce. Non-dairy cheese sauce. I’m not s... Read More
Vegan Chocolate Truffles...
Brightly colored Easter baskets filled with chocolate bunnies, chocolate eggs and sweet ca... Read More
Vegetable Beef Stew with...
Beef and vegetable stew, a classic, hearty dish filled with chunks of top sirloin, carrots... Read More
Vegetable Miso Soup with...
A warming soup filled with nutrition, this brothy bowl is a twist on miso soup served at J... Read More
Vegetable Quinoa Breakfas...
Who doesn’t love a good casserole? A breakfast casserole is a comfort food kind if w... Read More
Vegetarian Chili with Smo...
Park City, Utah Weekend We just returned from a long weekend at the Sundance Film Festival... Read More
Vegetarian Shepherds Pie...
Packed with vegetables and beans, then topped with creamy mashed potatoes, don’t tell th... Read More
Warm Kale Salad with Cran...
A simple combination of sweet and savory, green and crunchy all at the same time. Warm kal... Read More
Warm Shaved Brussel Sprou...
Dining at a favorite local restaurant, my grilled fish arrived with a light and fluffy veg... Read More
Whole Roasted Carrots
With year-round availability, carrots are dependable and budget-friendly vegetables. Not... Read More
Winter Dream Hot Chocolat...
With the warmth of spring still a ways off, here’s an adult hot chocolate recipe that wi... Read More
Yogurt Parfaits with Berr...
For a healthy breakfast that tastes more like dessert, layer Greek yogurt with fresh berri... Read More
Zucchini Applesauce Muffi...
Zucchini in muffins? Yes! Zucchini applesauce muffins. If the thought of that throws your... Read More
Zucchini Noodles with Pas...
Zucchini noodles? Yes! They are terrific. If eliminating pasta is too much of a switch all... Read More
Zucchini Ribbon Salad wit...
A few weeks ago I was playing with my spiral vegetable slicer. Sure, I use it for spaghett... Read More
Zucchini Roll Ups with Go...
Creamy, bite sized vegetable bombs. When my neighbors kids wolfed these down for an aftern... Read More