I love Spring! Soon I will be planting my vegetable garden and embracing the new season. Meanwhile, I am putting the finishing touches on my latest recipes that I will be sharing for Easter. While visiting the grocery store I chose popular seasonal vegetables that are readily available and put this beautiful salad together. There […]
I love to make new dishes! I also like challenging myself to cook with ingredients that I’m not so familiar with. Making short ribs has been on my to-do list for a long time. It’s a popular menu item in many of my favorite restaurants. Even though I have never ordered it, (my hubby usually […]
It’s almost Easter and I am excited to share these beautiful fruit tarts! There is no baking involved in this recipe. These tarts are gluten-free, grain free and vegan. The crust contains a mixture of almonds and pistachios using dates to sweeten and stick together. The custard like filling is prepared in a powerful blender […]
I will be sharing a Miso Black Cod with Mushroom and Currant Quinoa and Baby Bok Choy recipe on my next Fox 5 segment. It’s a simple yet sophisticated dinner that you can prepare for your Valentine this year that will make them feel like they are dining at a 5 star restaurant! I created […]
Love is in the air! Valentine’s Day is around the corner and I just created these raw chocolate hazelnut truffles that will make the perfect homemade gift for your loved ones or a delicious ending to your romantic meal. Chocolate and hazelnuts are one of my favorite combinations. The truffle base is made with ground […]
If you wake up with a sweet tooth, get ready for a real treat with this rich and cool smoothie that has a surprising kick! Cacao and dates create a smooth chocolaty texture with a hint of cherry, cinnamon and nutmeg to excite your palate. The surprise is at the end of each sip, a […]
Apples and bananas are two popular fruits. Add carrots to the mix and you have a delightful combo! In this smoothie, Granny Smith Apples are used for a sour twist. It starts off with Cashew Milk as the base which adds healthy fat and protein. If you are feeling daring add a half of an […]
This smoothie is delicious. It tastes like it could be kale ice cream! I prefer to use green kale because the flavor is lighter than the other varieties. You can also use spinach which compliments the smoothie just as well and makes it a bit milder in flavor. I sometimes add apples and raw shredded […]
Growing up my family frequently enjoyed a breakfast of warmed pita bread dipped in tahini and date syrup. We called it the Middle Eastern Peanut Butter and Jelly. This is my gluten free version in the form of a smoothie. The tahini gives it a thick shake texture. I like to use organic Tahini from […]
When I feel like having a light, nut and dairy free smoothie in the morning, I turn to this refreshing pineapple and cucumber combo! The consistency is not thick so you can even enjoy it with your breakfast. My taste buds like the mild sweetness of this smoothie, but if you prefer a bit more […]