Numerous traditional diets emphasized the use of herbal teas made from plants that would otherwise not play a large role in the diet. Herbal teas were a way to ensure a diverse and robust nutrient intake. These traditional societies knew...
Taco salads are probably one of my favorite meals. I usually eat homemade taco salads are least twice per week but I could eat one everyday of my life. One reason I make them as often as I do is...
Last summer my husband and I went on a trip to Portland. We went strawberry picking for the first time ever and boy am I still dreaming about those strawberries to this day. I seriously contemplated a trip back this...
Crunchy, slightly sweet, and nutritious…these are some of my favorite characteristics of a good snack. These snack clusters just happen to have all three requirements and couldn’t be easier to make. I get this question all of the time from...
A nutritious cold soup loaded with the fresh produce of summer. This recipe came out of necessity. With temperatures nearing 120 degrees here in Arizona I was in desperate need of some easy and delicious recipes that didn’t involve me...
Eggplants are in season during the summer months and I think they can be a very underutilized vegetable. This easy and nutritious chicken eggplant tikka masala packs a flavor punch! I hope this recipe will inspire you to grab that...
I received free samples of California walnuts mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the California Walnut Commission and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not...
This simple blackberry BBQ sauce is perfect for grilling season. Plus, unlike traditional sauces, mine is very low in sugar and contains only real ingredients. My go-to sweetener of choice is always fruit because not only is it the most...
Small bites are perfect for trying many different tastes. This months Recipe Redux challenge is to show my healthy take on small plates and finger foods. It just so happens that I recently got back from an amazing trip to...