My husband and I often share meals. However, the same food might look quite different, as I strive to add more plant-based foods. When I say that, I mean real food, coming from the earth, not what you might find in the supermarket (natural food or not) in a box, can or frozen. I am not referring to Impossible or Beyond burgers or anything like
Pancakes: Delicious Gluten-Free, Sourdough, Vegan with Blackberries
Sometimes when my husband is not around and I am free to make a little or big mess in the kitchen, I do so. These pancakes don’t make too much mess, take not long to make and the result is so worth it, especially when I tuck some into the freezer to eat later. The abundance of blackberries this year and my good sorghum gluten-free
Tempeh “Fish” Tacos – Plus a GIVEAWAY of Fermentation Book: Miso, Tempeh, Natto & Other Tasty Ferments
Fermented foods are excellent for the digestive system. They are filled with beneficial bacteria which can help to balance the good bacteria in our guts and aid in digestion. Plus, fermented foods can be delicious. Kristen and Christopher Shockey continue to explore fermentation in their latest book Miso, Tempeh, Natto & Other Tasty Ferments (I’m giving away a copy, so be sure to see the
Why the Mealthy CrispLid is a Game Changer
What is Mealthy? The Mealthy MultiPot is a programmable slow and pressure cooker similar to the Instant Pot® and Mealthy claims to be the number 2 selling electric multipot after the very popular and most recognizable brand. Honestly, I do not need another multicooker but if I did, the Mealthy would be a good choice as it comes with an extra gasket and silicone mitts.
Instant Pot® Baked Beans – Stay Cool and Cook This Summer Favorite in Your Pressure Cooker
Even though the weather is still less than ideal in some parts of the US and elsewhere, outdoor grilling season is upon us. As summer rolls in, so do the invitations to picnics, pool parties, and myriad outdoor gatherings. None of those outings ever seem complete unless we fire up the grill and load the table with summer favorites like pasta salad, potato salad, and
How to Make Delicious Meals with Leftover Vegetables
The only thing worse than a bad meal is a drawer full of wasted leftover vegetables. I LOVE my veggies and hate to see them get thrown out. If you’re wondering how to make delicious meals with leftover vegetables in the Instant Pot®. I can guide you. Finding Joy Last month was a crazy busy month for me, and I spent a lot of time
Instant Pot Max Review: It’s New but Is it For You?
I just cooked 2 sweet potatoes in the new Max Instant Pot. I found it very easy to use because it is touch control. Much easier for me than the Ultra which requires you to dial through the programs to get to the desired setting and flashier than the Duo. If you have read my cookbook The New Fast Food you know that I have
The Herbal Kitchen Book Giveaway
Herbalist Kami McBride and I have been in the same circles here where we live in Sonoma County. A few years ago were stationed next to one another at a book even for our local herb exchange. I was the only non-herbalist there so felt a bit out of place. In my Registered Dietitian world we don’t get up to speak and mention Gaia or
The Veggie Queen’s Raw Kale Salad
By: Nikki Kuhlmann, “virtual intern”, South Dakota State University Kale? The superfood? I’m sure most of you have heard someone mention this nutrient packed leafy green at least once. This superfood is a staple in my kitchen and I also try to sneak it into other recipes. “But how do you make it taste good?” is a common question I hear. This kale salad will
The Nutrition CHAMPS Blog Tour
To celebrate National Nutrition Month in March, I took my book Nutrition CHAMPS: The Veggie Queen’s Guide to Eating & Cooking for Optimum Health, Happiness, Energy & Vitality on a blog tour. I derived the acronym “CHAMPS” from the first letter of six plant-based food groups: Cruciferous, Herbs, Alliums, Mushrooms, Pulses, Seeds (and Nuts). These plant-based foods cover a lot of nutritional ground. Cruciferous vegetables, which include broccoli,