I was first introduced to Vietnamese Pho, a popular Vietnamese dish, six years ago, when I met a Vietnamese woman, Thuy, at the local Asian grocery store. She had an amazing story of how she came to the United States, having fled the war-torn city of Saigon, Vietnam, as a young girl. She went on…
Healthier Tailgating – Crab Dip Recipe and Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
A Healthier Crab Dip Recently, I tested a crab dip and buffalo chicken dip recipe after joining a “recipe sharing” opportunity at For the Love of Food. I thought it would be fun to try another blogger’s recipe and feature it on my blog. Little did I know what I was getting myself into. I was…
Mixed Vegetable Soup with Wheat Berries and Baby Spinach Recipe
Yesterday was “soup day.” I made two big pots of vegetable broth so I would have the base for making some homemade vegetable soups for some friends. Homemade vegetable broth is so much better than the boxed variety. It is clean, clear, and light. As I was thinking about what soups to make, I came…
Fructose, Glucose, Lactose, or Corn Syrup, It Doesn’t Matter, Sugar Is Sugar
Many of you may have seen the recent headlines about the Corn Refiners Association’s petition to change the name “high fructose corn syrup” to “corn sugar.” They think the name high fructose corn syrup is “confusing” consumers. While high fructose corn syrup may be getting a worse rap than table sugar these days, the fact…
Pear Cranberry Walnut Salad
Pear Cranberry Walnut Salad is a wonderful fall or winter salad. One of my husband’s favorite salads when we eat out is pear salad, so when I saw the first pears of the season at our local farmer’s market, I bought a bag and tried to recreate the salad he had on a recent vacation….
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Healthy Meals That Comfort – Greek Lemon Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, and Rice Pudding with Blueberry Compote Recipes
Comfort meal composed of Greek Lemon Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Rice Pudding for days when you need a hug. It’s hard enough trying to eat healthy when you’re well, but when you’re stressed out or not feeling well, it can be especially challenging. There are days I’ve felt like crawling into bed with a comfy…
A Simple Healthy Lunch
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of catching up with my friend “J” who has thyroid cancer. She is an amazing woman. She works full time, has two children, and just started taking two classes this week. For a healthy person, this would be a lot (I know I couldn’t do all that!). We talked about…
What To Do With A Box Of Tomatoes
My stash of organic plum tomatoes One of the things I look forward to most during the summer is the supply of tomatoes at our local farmer’s market. From 10am-2pm every Saturday morning, a commuter parking lot in town is transformed into a bustling gathering place, with vendors selling fresh produce, pies and breads, local…
Fruit and Nut Breakfast Quinoa
Fruit and Nut Breakfast Quinoa is a healthy and delicious way to start the day. Are you bored with your breakfast routine? Then, try this Fruit and Nut Breakfast Quinoa. This breakfast quinoa can be made ahead of time and reheated throughout the week. To keep things interesting, switch up the fruits and nuts you…
French Lentil Soup with Barley and Rainbow Chard Recipe
With the threat of a storm as Hurricane Earl made its way up the East Coast, it was a good day to stay inside and make some homemade soup for my friends with cancer, “B” and “J.” My friend “B” had suggested some lentil soup, which seems to be her favorite kind, so I set…
From Farm To Table
Chef Ubaldo and Lucia I was taking my son out for ice cream the day before school started, when I spotted a new restaurant across the street called Farmer’s Table. I knew immediately that this would be a great spot for my friend’s birthday lunch since she had started eating more healthily this summer.Chef Robert…
Farm Fresh Chopped Salad Recipe
At a recent farm-to-table dinner in Connecticut, Chef Michel Nischan prepared “Use a Spoon” Chopped Salad using farm fresh produce. Michel Nischan is President and CEO of Wholesome Wave, a non-profit organization that is trying to increase accessibility and affordability of fresh fruits and vegetables in underserved communities, while providing business to local farmers. He is also the renowned chef/owner…
Enjoying the End of Summer’s Bounty
Towards the end of summer, our local farmer’s markets are filled with tomatoes, corn, zucchini, peaches and other goodies at their peak sweetness and flavor.I always look forward to my weekly visit to the farmer’s market. Today, I came home with a basketful…curly and Russian kale, rainbow swiss chard, a variety of tomatoes (heirloom, green…
Thai Coconut Curry Fish Recipe: Steaming, A Healthier Way To Cook
Thai Coconut Curry Fish is a healthy, delicious main course that is easy to make. Steamed Fish In Banana Leaf With Red Curry and Coconut Steaming food is quick, easy and healthy. Not only is the preparation easy, but the cleanup is quick and since no added oil is used, it’s also one of the…
Eating Healthier On The Road
A Healthier Choice – Quinoa Salad with Teriyaki Tofu Traveling can be really tough when you’re trying to eat healthy. Plane food usually isn’t very palatable to begin with. When I booked my flight online for my most recent trip, I noticed I could request a vegetarian meal on the plane, so I checked the…
Kale Avocado Salad and Simply Sauteed Leafy Green Vegetables
Your mom probably told you that leafy green vegetables were good for you, but you still might not eat them that often. Studies have already shown that diets high in fruits and vegetables reduce both cancer and heart disease. However, a recent study reveals that eating just 1.5 extra servings of leafy green vegetables a…
“The Best Diet Ever” Anti-Cancer Foods
It is so refreshing whenever I hear of a medical doctor who believes in anti-cancer foods (foods that can help prevent and/or stop cancer growth). Just a couple of months ago during a breast exam, my own doctor (at Yale Breast Center) completely rejected any connection between a healthy diet and preventing breast cancer. Five…
Korean Cold Soba Noodles
There’s nothing better than cold soba noodles in 90 degree weather! Soba noodles are made from buckwheat flour, a whole grain, naturally high in fiber and protein. Here’s one of my favorite Korean recipes for soba noodles. It’s soba noodles, topped with cold cucumber salad and kimchi. I serve it with a couple of Banchan (I’ll…
The Beginner Green Smoothie
This Beginner Green Smoothie is a great introduction to adding greens to your morning smoothie. I have to admit that the idea of drinking something green really doesn’t appeal to me. So, when I was given a green smoothie to try for breakfast recently, I was hesitant to say the least. Visually, I wasn’t sure…
Mango Pineapple Coconut Water Smoothie Recipe
Coconut water is all the rage recently. Not to be confused with coconut milk or cream of coconut (which comes from the “meat” of a mature coconut), coconut water is simply the clear liquid in young coconut when it is cracked open. My current favorite is Vita Coco’s Coconut Water with Peach and Mango, which…