Category Archives: Recipes

Lentil Salad with Mustardy Vinaigrette

Published November 7, 2015

I love lentils. They are a staple part of my family’s diet. They cook up quickly and are tasty and versatile – you can eat them alone, on top of a bed of greens, with a nice piece of fish on top, and more. Lentils are a great source of fiber and plant protein. They come [...]

Also posted in Salads |

Sweet Potato Quinoa Quesdillas

Published November 1, 2015

It’s fall and everything I cook and bake seems to have sweet potatoes, squash, or pumpkin in it. I served these for dinner recently, unsure of what my kids would think of this riff on quesadillas – and they loved them! My daughter asked if I would please make them again. You can make these [...]

Also posted in Entrees |

Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chips

Published October 22, 2015

I stumbled upon this recipe on one of my favorite food blogs. This pumpkin bread combines my love for pumpkin with my love for baking with whole grain flours. It calls for spelt flour – an ancient grain with a sweet, nutty flavor. It is so simple to whip up – no electric mixer needed. [...]

Also posted in Desserts |

Edamame and Salmon Stir Fry

Published October 16, 2015

This delicious stir fry can be prepped, cooked, and ready in 30 minutes or less. Miso gives any dish, sauce, or soup an incredible depth of flavor. If you’re not familiar with it, miso is a fermented soybean paste. It’s available in different colors; in general, the lighter the color, the more mild the flavor. Serve [...]