Today's Recipe

We finally have some spring-like weather in the northeast.  Although the calendar indicated that spring arrived weeks ago, the climate has remained cold and rainy here.  It has been difficult to shift to a lighter way of eating this spring when my body has been craving heavier foods to deal with the cold weather.  Read more

A great and elegant dessert. The best part is that it looks like a lot of work, but you don’t have to tell a soul how easy it is to make.  Read more

Raw cuisine is all the rage…so I decided to play with it.  A total raw approach doesn’t work for me personally, but I think it has definite value to a healthy life. I think we all need some raw foods for enzymes, to create a light, fresh energy and for digestion. I love to make this pie when strawberries are in their full season of sweet ripeness.  Read more

This amazing salad has fooled some of the biggest chicken salad fans. It has all the ingredients that make a great chicken salad, except the bird! Served on bread or on a bed of lettuce, this salad makes a great meal.  Read more

Tempeh has a delicate fermented flavor and a meaty texture making it perfect for pan-braising. High in protein and phytocehemicals, it doesn’t get better than this antioxidant-rich dish. Served with brown rice, it is a perfect dinner.  Read more

A protein packed sandwich to keep you strong and healthy. This nutrient-rich pocket is perfect for an active athlete who doesn’t want to be weighed down by animal protein.  Read more

A protein lover’s dream, this burger. Made from mineral-rich pinto beans laced through with lots of veggies and smothered in a delicious may made from white beans…and did I mention that there is no saturated fat to go with all this protein?  Read more

Pot pie has to be one of the world’s greatest comfort foods, but the average chicken pot pie has so much saturated fat and so many calories, you’ll take little comfort there.  In this version, we have lots of veggies, a flaky crust and all the comforts of home with no compromise to your health. It takes a little time to make, but it’s worth it and the leftovers are even yummier the next day.  Read more