If I choose to start my day with a smoothie it will always have some type of greens mixed in. There’s no better way for me to start off my day knowing I already had a serving or 2 of vegetables. 1 banana 1 very ripe mango large handful of collard greens 1/2 cup coconut milk (I […]
Easy Marinade for Anything
I enjoy cooking, but I prefer to utilize fast and simple recipes. In fact, I usually just throw stuff together (to minimize time and dirty measuring cups and bowls). My marinades are the same – thrown together and simple. Once a week, I shop at the Farmer’s Market and buy lots of vegetables perfect for […]
Baked Fish Recipe
A Simple Way to Prepare Fish Whenever purchasing fish, I always make sure that it is wild (not farm raised) – this is very important. When buying in bulk for our meal delivery service, we utilize local vendors . I’ve noticed that fresh fish (not prefrozen) is more tender and less fishy tasting. When purchasing […]
Seaside Salad
Here is one of my favorite summer salads. Enjoy! Romaine lettues Dandelion greens Grated carrots Grated beets Celery Tomatoes Green Pepper Red Onion Parsley Avocado Dressing: Flaxseed oil, Braggs apple cider vinegar, and Sea kelp powder Feel free to add some protein, like beans, nuts/seeds, shrimp or chicken.
Green Bean Tomato Salad
This is a super easy and colorful salad. Enjoy! 1½ pounds green beans, trimmed 1¼ pounds cherry tomatoes, quartered 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 Tablespoon red onion, minced 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 Tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper Cook beans in boiling water for 7 minutes or […]
Peach Salad With Toasted Hazelnuts
I love peaches. I put them in everything: creamy steel cut oats, roasted chicken and avocado salad, oat and almond crumble, smoothies, buckwheat crepes, and homemade ice cream. You name it and I bet it would taste better with peaches. Your favorite salad mix (this recipe tastes best with a little spicy arugula) 1/4 cup […]
Crock Pot Chicken
The main crock pot recipe I have enjoyed over the years is one that I have grown up with since child hood. It’s probably the easiest and cheapest way to have a delicious hot meal waiting for you when you get home at the end of the day and it practically cooks itself. In your […]
Crockpot and Dutch Oven Basics
To be honest, I don’t think I have ever cooked anything in a Crockpot. What I do use, however, is a dutch oven-a large, heavy bottomed soup pot that can serve the same purpose. So, whether you have a Crockpot or a soup pot, here are some essential tips and basic instructions for making a […]