Month: August 2020

Italian white beans and veggies

Italian white beans and veggies

This dish originated because I’m usually the only one eating plant-based in my house on pasta night and I prefer something a little more creative than plain pasta and sauce.  Because of the variety of veggies, this dish is packed with nutrients (including vitamins A, Read more

Lentil & Farro Bowl with Mushrooms, Kale and Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Lentil & Farro Bowl with Mushrooms, Kale and Roasted Sweet Potatoes

What is farro, anyway?? Farro is an ancient whole grain derived from the wheat family and loaded with protein, fiber, zinc and B vitamins.  It is often found in Middle-Eastern and Italian cuisine and is used in soups and salads.  The texture is chewy with Read more

Raspberry Banana Overnight Oats

Raspberry Banana Overnight Oats

Ever have one of those hectic mornings that makes you skip breakfast? When that happens to me it tends to throw off my entire day of eating and sets me in a tailspin of bad food decisions for the rest of the day.  Thankfully, it’s Read more

All Things Fall

All Things Fall

It’s only August but I’m dreaming of walking through crisp leaves, drinking apple cider, enjoying pumpkin spice anything and wearing my favorite oversized sweater with riding boots. Urrr… did I mention I live in Florida? Yes, those memories of fall in Michigan are with me Read more