Monthly Archives: April 2013
Big Curry Noodle Pot
This dish is a satisfying, creamy, flavorful curry made with coconut milk and turmeric. You may have heard about the amazing health benefits of turmeric – (or maybe not!) Turmeric is a culinary spice often used in Indian cooking. Research has shown turmeric to be a powerful agent in preventing many diseases, most likely due to its anti-inflammatory properties. [...]
Halibut in Parchment Paper with Tomatoes, Squash, and Basil
Cooking fish in parchment paper (en papillote) is a great way to steam your fish. The parchment packets lock in flavor and moisture – and they look impressive. It is an easy and elegant entree to serve guests. I happen to like halibut, but any white, flaky fish will do. And don’t be skeptical – parchment [...]
Berry Green Smoothie
Now that berries will soon be coming into season, here’s a great way to put them to use. Did you know that berries have the lowest glycemic load of all other fruits? That means they have a low carb content and won’t make your blood sugar levels rise too much. Just make sure you choose [...]
Make this Your Morning Ritual
Do you have a morning ritual? According to Ayurveda (that ancient science of healing from India), your daily routine choices either build up resistance to disease or tear it down. So the way you start each day is incredibly important. Your mornings are probably super hectic…take the dog out, work out, check emails, make breakfast, [...]