This dish was created to use up some vegetables in my fridge. Use whatever amount of whichever vegetables or meats you’d like. I used some of my homegrown kale and the last of last season’s butternut squash (harvested 10 months ago!). The fried egg takes it over the top. If […]
Za’atar is one of my favorite spice blends to use, especially in marinades. This Middle Eastern spice blend has dried oregano, dried thyme, toasted sesame seeds, sumac, and more! Pair it with lemon and a bunch of garlic for a punch of flavor! I often marinate chicken or eggplant with […]
Healthy food doesn’t have to be boring and bland. This bowl is full of different textures, flavors, colors, and nutrients! Start with a carb base of couscous, Israeli couscous (what I use), quinoa, or rice and top with my za’atar marinated chicken or eggplant, vegetables, and flavorful pesto dressing for […]
Apparently, I may be up to 50% Irish. News to me. The way this Shepherd’s Pie tastes, I could be 100% Irish. This is the perfect dish to celebrate St. Patrick’s day, excellent paired with some Irish coffee and soda bread. While there are a lot of steps and quite […]
There are tons of different types of tomatoes… determinate, indeterminate, cherry, paste, beefsteak, dwarf, and more. Which one(s) should you grow? Determinate Tomatoes Determinate tomatoes reach a determined height and ripen all fruit quickly before dying off. If you’re looking for one abundant harvest, this is the type of tomato […]
There’s still a chill in the air, but warmer times are ahead! Sunsets are getting later and sunrises are getting earlier as the sun appears higher and higher in our sky. It’s time to start planning this year’s garden, deciding which plants, if any, to buy as transplants and which […]
It’s that time of year again, Valentine’s Day is around the corner. Whether or not *sigh* you have anyone special to bake it for, this cake is a lot of fun to make and very easy! I start by baking 2 4-inch round cakes. We’re focusing on decorations here, so […]
This dish was invented to use up some produce on its last leg in an exciting, new way. I encourage you to do the same! Change it up by adding any of your favorite seasonal vegetables or vegetables on the cusp of going bad. It’s perfect for a weeknight as […]
There’s nothing better than some banana bread with your morning coffee. Reduce waste by using overripe bananas and composting the peels! Strat by mixing the dry ingredients. I use a mixture of whole wheat and oat flours. Make oat flour by blending quick-cooking or old fashioned oats until you’re left […]
Comfort food doesn’t have to be bad for you. This turkey chili is full of protein, fiber, and flavor. Serve with rice, potatoes, or elbow macaroni to complete the meal. Pickled red onions bring some relief from the smokey heat. I also top with some shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop […]