Impressive nutrient density aside, I absolutely love the versatility of beets. They can be tossed in a smoothie, roasted to perfection, juiced, used to tint homemade lip balm (for real), and made into snacking chips - what other vegetable can boast that? On Saturday, I was...
We're so fortunate here in Orillia to have access to so much great organic produce. With this week's delivery from The Kitchen Garden Farm, we received some luscious arugula. Now arugula is one of those greens (like cilantro): you either love it or you leave...
When it comes to my water, I can't help myself. I absolutely have to doctor it up some how. It's a bit of a creative outlet and a fun challenge to figure out new ways to enhance my water. Ultimately, it ensures that I meet...
I recently had what I thought was a brilliant idea - stuff dates with brain-healthy walnuts. Easy, tasty, and nutritious - bam! Then I thought what would really knock them out of the park would be to dip them in chocolate. To keep them healthy,...
One of my dearest high school friends is admittedly more of a "food assembler" than "master chef". While she has always placed a premium on healthy meals for her family, the whole cooking thing did not bring much joy or tap into her creativity. You...
Okay, so maybe Heather thinks the ingredients for these burgers actually sound more like condiments...
I never much liked Brussels sprouts growing up. They were smelly and mushy and bitter...
Looking for a veggie-based dinner that's quick and easy to make? You might like this "Green quinoa bowl". I made this the other night, and it was on the table in under 30 minutes...
Certain things give me unreasonable joy. One of them is being able to plan ahead for meals. I know...
Now you know how much I dislike labels. Especially when it comes to food. So before you think I've lost my vegetarian roots and am now hunting and gathering...
This for sure, is not the most exciting or tasty recipe I've posted...
I love quinoa. It provides such a great canvas to get creative. This recipe uses miso broth to make the quinoa, and while that simmers away, lightly sauté onion and garlic, add Bok Choy, spinach, green onion, cashews, sunflower sprouts...