“There is no technique, there is just the way to do it. Now, are we going to measure or are we going to cook?” ― Frances Mayes, Under the Tuscan Sun I haven’t read Under the Tuscan Sun in ages and this is my reminder to do so soon. It was one of my favorites when … More Lemony Tomato Sauce with Dill
“You are what you eat. What would YOU like to be?” ― Julie Murphy With the first week of 2015 in the near distance, I keep reminding myself to stay true to my healthy goals and to keep progress over perfection my mantra. I have been navigating a personal struggle and I have to remember that nourishing … More Spicy Peanut Dressed Vegetables
“May your coming year be filled with magic and dreams and good madness. I hope you read some fine books and kiss someone who thinks you’re wonderful, and don’t forget to make some art — write or draw or build or sing or live as only you can. And I hope, somewhere in the next … More Italian Hummus Spread with Sun-dried Tomatoes, Capers, and Olives
“You have power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” ― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations Since I try to fully embrace a healthy lifestyle, I do wait until the beginning of month to start new if I have slipped up. I truly believe that each day presents an opportunity … More Mediterranean Wrap with Greek Olives & Tzatziki Sauce
“Variety in your diet is health in your life.” ― Toni Sorenson One of the reasons that I started this blog in January of 2013 was to challenge myself to come up with new recipes so I could avoid a food rut. Instead of being limited by a plant-based diet, I wanted to branch out … More Layered Greek Dip with Hummus & Tzatziki Sauce
“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” ― Maya Angelou Last week I proclaimed that perhaps my husband Mike and I needed an intervention because we were obsessed with zucchini noodles. At least it is a healthy addiction. We love them raw, lightly sautéed and topped with marinara sauce, … More Zucchini Noodles with Lemon, Capers, Tomato, and Dill
“…we opened two halves of a miracle, congealed acid trickled from the hemispheres of a star, the most intense liqueur of nature, unique, vivid, concentrated…“ -Pablo Neruda Ode to a Lemon If you are like me, the mere thought of both lemon and basil can make your mouth water. Coming in second to taste – … More Raw Zucchini Noodles with Lemon Basil Pesto
“Doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life.” ~ Wayne Dyer It is only Tuesday of spring break and this is my fifth blog post. It feels great to catch up on posting the recipes that I have been creating and have not had time to share. Looking back I … More Mushroom Stroganoff ~ Healthy, Plant-Based, Comfort Food
My dream is to become a farmer. Just a Bohemian guy pulling up his own sweet potatoes for dinner. ~Lenny Kravitz This weekend I have decided to double-up on my blog posts since I did not get one posted last weekend. The feedback that I am getting on my reflections and recipes is really satisfying … More Veggie Burgers ~ A Versatile Staple, Unprocessed and Fresh From Your Own Kitchen
Produce with Amy 