I struggled to come up with a cute and catchy name for this one. I simply couldn’t do it. It’s a mouthful as it is – yet rightly descriptive. dijon mustard. fresh tarragon. fig balsamic vinegar. a bit of olive oil. fresh blueberries. grilled chicken. don’t forget to add a bit of fresh spinach…
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Wow. That’s a mouthful. It’s a mouthful to say – but when your mouth is full, you won’t be sorry. This is a story of Beauty and the Beast. ~ The Beauty is the romantic Romanesco. Searching high and low, I finally got my hands on this spiraly, bright green gem. I’ve been coveting it…
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Again, a combination of both warm elements and crisp cool crunch in a salad make a meal complete. Warm foods in the belly create a feeling of comfort and true nourishment. Sometimes I just don’t know how we survive on those hot summer days when nothing warm at all appeals, as sweat drips down the…
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Umm…I think I might have just died and gone to heaven. I saw this GENIUS RECIPE from Food52. Uh “genius?” yes. “pretty much the best thing ever?” double yes. In fact, I literally almost cried as I sifted through the beauty of this slippery sweet and sensationally salty concoction. Appetizers don’t have to be much…
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I believe it’s still slow cooker and crockpot season. In fact, isn’t it always a good time to break out the slow cooker and not have to worry about a thing…walking into a house wafting of sensual aromas and savory spices? Why yes, of course. And, to add to the savory spice mix, why…
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When life doesn’t deliver a box of chocolates each day (most days it does – but on those days when you’re still holding out for something sweet), cashew cream most definitely foots the bill. The creamy consistency of rich and delicious cashews combined with the caramelly sweet goodness of dates, and of course a little…
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Baked goods really aren’t my thing. Baking is hard. It’s a science. It involves so much chemistry. I like creativity, experimentation, approximation, and a little bit of guessing. Sure, I can do that in the bakery, but more often than not, the mounds of flour turn into a flop. Not this time. A teeny tiny…
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I’ve been dying to delve into the kitchen to try the famous “scotch eggs” widely consumed in the Paleo community. I have to admit, though, they have been a bit intimidating. Most recipes bread and fry the little boogers. That’s not for me. But baking the meaty eggs to a crispy crust, while maintaining a bright…
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How do you feed your body? Do you breathe REAL Life into your body, soul, and spirit? Do you fuel yourself with the best elements in all aspects of life? I was honored to be interviewed by Angie Austin of DAYBREAK USA this morning. Here’s the little snippet! Click HERE:
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I’m Irish. And I’ll take any reason to celebrate! Corned Beef and Cabbage (with a little green kale, of course) is steaming up our kitchen today.
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