“This afternoon was the colour of water falling through sunlight; The trees glittered with the tumbling of leaves; The sidewalks shone like alleys of dropped maple leaves, And the houses ran along them laughing out of square, open windows.” ~Amy Lowell The first day of fall. Transition. We have arrived at the half-way point of … More Apple-a-Day Mason Jar Salad with Pumpkin Vinaigrette
“It’s difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a homegrown tomato.” ~Lewis Grizzard I have a confession to make. Yesterday, I bought a bag of tortilla chips. The prospect of the fresh salsa and guacamole that I was making today for my latest Mason jar salad was too tempting. As you may know from previous … More Garden Fiesta Mason Jar Salad
“Your hands hold roses always in a way that says They are not only yours; the beautiful changes In such kind ways, Wishing ever to sunder Things and things’ selves for a second finding, to lose For a moment all that it touches back to wonder.” ~Richard Wilbur (from The Beautiful Changes) The leaves in … More Glowing Green Mason Jar Salads with Avocado Vinaigrette Dressing
“When you wake up, think about winning the day. Don’t worry about a week or a month from now — just think about one day at a time. If you are worried about the mountain in the distance, you might trip over the molehill right in front of you. Win the day!” ― Drew Brees … More Fall Forward Healthy Lifestyle Challenge
Most experts agree that there is no comparison between fresh and dried basil in terms of flavor. The fresh leaves have a flavor complexity and intensity that is largely lost in the dried form. If storing for a week or less, basil can be wrapped in several layers of paper towels and placed in an … More Harvest Rainbow Mason Jar Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing
Alongside of tomatoes, watermelon has moved up to the front of the line in recent research studies on high-lycopene foods. Lycopene is a carotenoid phytonutrient that’s especially important for our cardiovascular health, and an increasing number of scientists now believe that lycopene is important for bone health as well. ~The George Mateljan Foundation Mid-July, the … More Watermelon & Cucumber Splash Green Smoothie (With or Without the Greens)
“There is a fountain of youth: it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life, and the lives of people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.” –Sophia Loren Yesterday morning, the sky threatened rain and I was determined to not let the … More Sunrise Green Smoothie with Mango & Pineapple (and Forty-Two Candles)
“Once you get a spice in your home, you have it forever. Women never throw out spices. The Egyptians were buried with their spices. I know which one I’m taking with me when I go.” ~Erma Bombeck Before I joined Weight Watchers in October of 2006, boxed rice and pasta mixes were regularly tossed into my … More Perk Up Your Plate with Spicy Brown Rice and Snappy Salsa
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” ― Hippocrates The weather report threatened rain today as I raced the storm clouds and blended my green smoothie. I rushed outside, a few props in hand, to snap photos. My neighbor pulled into his driveway. He offered up the obligatory, “I hope we get … More Cherry Limeade Green Smoothie ~ A Refreshing Sip of Summer
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” ― Henry Miller I am enamored with Mason Jar Salads on many levels: 1. One of my obsessions is having a food plan for the week. During the school year I cook a huge stock-pot of soup or chili on Sundays and … More Israeli Feast ~ Mason Jar Salad (with Tabouli, Hummus, and Olives)
Produce with Amy 