The Beauty of Comfort Food

We are a fat nation. By far, the USA has more than its fair share of over weight–obese– individuals. Our portions are larger than they should be, and we eat when we are not hungry because food literally surrounds us. We know all this, and still we must eat, and we must choose wisely and [...]

Healthy Cool-Weather Treats

This weather is wonderful! I love the cool temps, and did you catch the full moon?? Wow! The boys and I had some great early morning walks by moonlight that was so bright, we didn’t even need a flashlight!
During this weather transition, I have to keep reminding myself to drink more water– I just don’t [...]

Quick & Easy Eggs and Veggies

Many of you have told me that you need quick, easy recipes for when you have no time and no energy but still need to eat something healthful. I hope this recipe proves useful to you as it does for my husband and me!
Serves 1
1/2 chopped onion or 2-3 scallions, or 1/2 cup of chopped [...]

Summertime Fettuccini Alfredo

I saw this recipe and I thought of my oldest step-daughter, Heather, who loves the dish. This is a lighter, healthier version and I hope you like it!
3/4 lb whole grain fettuccini
1 C organic, whole milk ricotta (I love the fresh ricotta from Klein Farm in Easton, PA)
1/2 C grated organic Pecorino
1/4 C fresh organic [...]

Getting more Veggies in your Winter Diet

It seems like it is easier to get fresh vegetables into the diet during the warmer months, with all the salad greens and tomatoes and such. But it is just as important to get your veggies in the winter months as well, especially when we are drawn to more unhealthy foods that are heavier, greasier [...]

Barley and Beans with Spinach, Mushrooms & Nuts

This is such good comfort food!  Adding fresh kale to V8 extra spicy is awesome in the Vitamix—and you get the extra greens.

Fall Soup Time

What awesome weather! I love when the day starts out in sweater weather and then warms up so nicely. This is definitely the best time of year to me.
And, I love the food that goes along with the cool weather. By now, I am tiring of endless salads, and with the cool weather comes my [...]