This stuffed acorn squash is a delicious fall meal that is both filling and satisfying.  Loaded with healthy grains, fiber rich beans and veggies, it’ll fill you up with nutrient dense calories that will be fuel for your body instead of making you feel sluggish. Read more

Yum, a bowl of warm delicious soup on a cool fall day.  Okay, it’s technically not even fall yet, and it isn’t cool either, at least not where I live. Like I said in my first blog post, I won’t let some warm weather stop Read more

Acai – The Purple Powerhouse Native to Central and South America, the acai berry has gained a lot of popularity in recent years, and for good reason.  Dubbed a ‘superfood’ by many health experts, they are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants (which help prevent Read more

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

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

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

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