Perfect for a fall Sunday brunch, Pumpkin baked oatmeal is comfort food we don’t have to feel guilty about. Oatmeal is something we should incorporate into our diet several times a week for many reasons, including its high fiber content, it is full of iron Read more

The goal of this blog is to share alternatives to the standard American diet since it isn’t always health promoting. Creating recipes that are delicious and packed with nutrients for optimal health is a passion of mine because I want others to understand the healing Read more

Hello, My Friends!  How I’ve missed you!  If you can’t tell, the autumn season is my favorite time to create new recipes.  Please forgive me for not posting in several months! I am just happy to be here and so thankful you are taking the Read more

Lentils and veggies smothered in a flavorful sauce and topped with mashed potatoes. Comforting. Healthy. Delicious. This can be an easy weeknight meal by using up those leftover mashed potatoes. To make it even more simple, use a frozen veggie mix and dried herbs.  I Read more

Warm autumn flavors combine in this beautiful recipe that was inspired by a meal my sister prepared when she recently came to visit.  This dish would be a delicious Thanksgiving side dish or turn it into a complete protein meal by adding a side of Read more

Including veggies in my breakfast is something I like to do several times a week and these chickpea & veggie omelette cups make it super easy. These are so delicious I actually prefer them over the traditional egg version. Why should I eat chickpea flour? Read more

Ready or not, the holidays are fast approaching. This has been one long year and I am ready! As we gather with family and friends, we will be surrounded by the rich foods that bring us comfort for the moment but may leave us regretting Read more

When it comes to fall food, soup is on my list of favorites. This soup, or bisque, combines savory flavors with spices normally found in sweeter dishes.  The cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger make this bisque taste like fall! While this soup will bring you comfort, Read more

I love lettuce wraps and this version is like a mini stir-fry on a leaf of lettuce.  The different colors and flavors of the veggies and edamame paired with the sauce make this light meal both beautiful and delicious, not to mention loaded with nutrients! Read more

embracing the sloppy… Since switching to a plant-based diet in 2013 (with occasional dairy, eggs or fish), I’ve been asked more times than I can count if I miss meat.  The answer?  Not anymore.  When I changed my diet, I made the decision not to Read more