Pasta with Sauteed Swiss Chard is an easy, healthy, meatless meal that comes together very quickly. Pasta with Sauteed Swiss Chard Swiss chard is one of my favorite leafy green vegetables that I buy at our local farmer’s market. I especially like rainbow swiss chard, with its deep red and yellow hues. Usually, I simply…
Stewed Rhubarb with Star Anise and Ginger
This past weekend, I picked up some fresh rhubarb from ourlocal farmer’s market. I have never cooked rhubarb before, but have been meaning to try it for a while. The rhubarb I usually see in the supermarket is red, but the ones at the farmer’s market were light green speckled with pink. As I stood…
Farmer’s Market Sandwich – Pesto, Mozzarella, and Tomato Sandwich
The local farmer’s market offers fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, specialty goods and more. This weekend, I finally got the chance to visit our local farmer’s market. I missed last weekend as I was at the annual BlogHer Food conference in Atlanta, meeting up with fellow food bloggers. I have been eagerly waiting for the…
Blogging Friends and BlogHer Food Atlanta 2011 Recap
Collard Greens were everywhere at the Sweet Auburn Curb Market! Last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the annual BlogHer Food conference in Atlanta, GA, where over 500 food bloggers gathered.There were lots of seminars on a range of topics, food samples from a variety of sponsors, blogger parties (including one generously hosted by…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Blueberry Crisp
Recently, I came across a recipe for a gluten-free blueberry cobbler at our local natural foods store that looked and sounded amazing. However, the cobbler topping used four eggs, along with coconut flour, so I thought of making a blueberry crisp instead due to an egg allergy in our family. So far, my experience baking…
Easy Avocado Smoothie – Basic and Elegant {Avocado Mousse with Strawberry Puree}
Last week, I received a beautifully packaged box of Haas Avocados from California Avocados Direct, a fourth generation avocado family farm located near Valley Center, California. When I took a peek inside the box to see these little treasures, I was surprised to find eight gorgeous super large avocados. The avocados that I buy on the East Coast…
Anzac Cookies Recipe
These Anzac Cookies are made a little bit healthier with the addition of some white whole wheat flour. This month, I joined the Secret Recipe Club, created by Amanda of Amanda’s Cookin’. This month there are over 40 food bloggers participating in the Secret Recipe Club. The idea behind this club is to give bloggers the chance…
Green Tea Smoothie Recipes
Smoothies are a regular breakfast item in our house, usually consisting of a variety of fruits, coconut yogurt, and some almond or coconut milk. However, I’m always looking for new ways to make these smoothies even healthier. Today, I have a guest post by Alex Bonari, a freelance writer and researcher for College Scholarships, who offered to introduce…
Dairy-Free Mango Smoothie (Lassi) Recipe
This dairy-free Mango Smoothie (lassi) is refreshing and healthy. Today, I finally made my first trip to Patel Brothers, a giant Indian super-grocery store. It was the size of a super-size American supermarket! I knew going through the aisles would take some time, especially since there are so many Indian ingredients, products, fruits and vegetables…
Sauteed Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Recipe
Sauteed Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper is a quick and easy vegetable side dish that complements almost any meal. Sauteed Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Coming up with a variety of everyday vegetable side dishes can be challenging. I know I’ve gotten into a slump many times, making the same vegetables week after week. My…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Quinoa Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Quinoa Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies Recently, I was asked to write a book review of Carrots ‘N’ Cake, Healthy Living One Carrot and Cupcake At A Time. Written by Tina Haupert, a healthy living blogger, Carrots ‘N’ Cake (named after her blog) chronicles different experiences throughout her life and how she has managed a (mostly) healthy lifestyle. …
Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Vegan Coconut Pineapple Scones
Gluten Free Vegan Coconut Pineapple Scones are dairy-free and egg-free. This post discusses using ratios as a more accurate way to bake. Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Coconut Pineapple Scone with Trader Joe’s Mango “Butter” I am so pleased to be participating in this month’s Gluten Free Ratio Rally, founded by Shauna from the Gluten Free Girl, and…
Two Easy Recipes for Salsa: Fresh Strawberry Salsa and Mango Avocado Pepper Salsa
Fresh Strawberry Salsa Served on top of Simply Baked Salmon and Sauteed Spinach With the weather finally turning warming and the farmer’s market opening right around the corner, I can’t wait for the casual dinners that the coming months will bring. One of my favorite summer snacks is fresh salsa. Although I love tomato salsas,…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gluten/Dairy/Egg/Soy Free Vegan Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies Today, I am celebrating the new look of my blog with a special treat. A year ago, I did not even know what a blog was. I just had lots of ideas floating around in my head with no place to organize all my thoughts. With the…
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Chestnut Soup
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Chestnut Soup is a comforting, nutritious soup. I was at Whole Foods the other day picking up some fresh ingredients to make a few more pureed soups for a friend. As I passed the freshly prepared food section, I checked out the soups of the day. Two soups that caught my eye…
Gluten/Dairy/Egg-Free Carrot Coconut Pineapple Muffins
Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Carrot Coconut Pineapple Muffins Now that we have a gluten allergy in our house, I’ve been trying to get my arms around gluten-free baking. It’s been challenging as there are so many gluten-free flours out there, and I’m not always sure which ones to use. However, my goal in baking gluten-free is to…
A Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Birthday Celebration
A Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Birthday Celebration is easier to make than you might expect. Gluten/Dairy/Egg Free Strawberry Shortcake with Dairy Free Strawberry Ice Cream Last week we celebrated my hubby’s birthday. It was a bittersweet birthday as it’s the first birthday he’s had without his dad. My 8-year old commented on how sad it was that…
Warm Roasted Garlic and Artichoke Dip/Spread Recipe
Warm Roasted Garlic and Artichoke Spread on Whole Grain Toast with Roasted Red Pepper and Scallions I’ve been dreaming of making an garlic and artichoke dip like the one that I bought a while back from a specialty store. Imported from Italy, this little jar cost a bundle, but I was desperate to find a…
Gluten Free Chinese Dumplings Recipe
These Gluten Free Chinese Dumplings will satisfy your dumpling craving even if you can’t eat wheat. Today, Chinese dumplings can easily be found in regular supermarkets and wholesale stores like Costco’s. I haven’t made homemade dumplings in a really long time since they are so readily available in our local Chinese grocery store. One of my…
Honey Miso Glazed Salmon Soba Noodle Soup
Honey Miso Glazed Salmon Soba Noodle Soup is a light, healthy, delicious one bowl meal. Today was a strange day for me. After several weeks with a house full of family members and all the hustle and bustle, I was at home alone today for the first time in eight years. Eight years ago, I decided…
Chinese Noodle Soup with Egg and Vegetables {Da Lu Mein}
One of the simplest and fondest memories of a quick meal from my childhood was my dad’s Da Lu Mein, or Chinese Noodle Soup with Egg and Vegetables. So simple, yet so comforting. I haven’t made this noodle soup in a while, but it’s been a rough couple of weeks, and I was craving a…
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