March 2021 – Produce with Amy

ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLE SALAD WITH BABY KALE, WALNUTS, & ORANGE DILL DRESSING

March 31, 2021

As spring continues to manifest itself, and we continue to dream about vegetable and flower gardens, I offer up a new recipe for you to try that perhaps has more of a wintery feel to it. However, I always try to find new ways to add sides to meals beyond the standard rice and potato dishes. While I try to reduce my carb intake, I also want to make sure that I am eating a wide range of foods. So if I am going to add starchy carbs to my plate, I want them to pack a nutritional punch. … More ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLE SALAD WITH BABY KALE, WALNUTS, & ORANGE DILL DRESSING

Using Our Noodles to Write

March 23, 2021

“Umami is the savoury meatiness in seaweed and miso and soy sauce. It is, to a large extent, the concept that enables Japanese cuisine to be healthy and attractive at the same time.”― Bee Wilson This year marks my 20th year teaching English at Gwinn High School. I have been creating content on this blog for … More Using Our Noodles to Write

Spring Break Green Smoothie

March 14, 2021

Not only do our eyes crave chlorophyll, but so do our bodies. That is why I am sharing this recipe with you today. I have not shared a green smoothie recipe in a long time and I believe that it is due. If you are new to green smoothies there are many health benefits to them. The nutrients are easily assimilated into the body since the blender breaks down the cell walls of the greens and helps promote glowing skin, increased energy levels, and reduction of salty and carbohydrate food cravings. … More Spring Break Green Smoothie