Ring the bells that still can ring. Forget your perfect offering. There is a crack, a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in. —Leonard Cohen Mindfulness Like many, I’m often a bit more reflective about my life at the beginning of each year. As we start our journey once again around the sun, I’ve been thinking about how I… Read More
One more recipe before Christmas—nutty and nutrient dense farro slow-cooked in coconut milk that’s infused with star anise, cardamom pods, a hint of maple syrup, and an orange peel. To finish, its topped with hazelnuts, pistachios, pepitas, and dried cranberries. Rustic, warm, nourishing and creamy, this vegan/plant-based breakfast is a perfect way to start Christmas or… Read More
This simple soup recipe was born out of the need to use up some ingredients and leftovers I had on hand. I was really please by how it all came together so well. Smooth and rich in flavor, garbanzo beans and coconut milk add body to this simple puréed sweet potato soup. And, it’s a breeze… Read More
Cozy crumbles are said to be the comfort food of the season, but they don’t always have to be sweet. Here’s my savory twist on the more common sweet crumble (or crisp) using one of my favorite Fall and Winter vegetables, butternut squash. This season I’ve had fun using it in a variety of non-traditional ways.… Read More
A couple of days ago a friend from Lebanon told me about Eid il-Burbara or Saint Barbara’s Day, a holiday celebrated on December 4th in Lebanon and some other Middle Eastern countries. Because there are traditional Lebanese dishes associated with the holiday, I knew I just had to try at least one of them and share it with you. I chose… Read More
Tarragon is one of my favorite herbs. Although fairly strong, it’s one of those herbs that marries well with lots of other flavors. But, you have to be really careful with it. For example, it’s not best to combine it with other herbs and, as a tip, add it at the end of the cooking process. Also, you… Read More
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