Servings: 6 – 1 cup servings Prep time: 10 minutes Total time: 20 minutes I love summer squash and I’ve been seeing it lately in the store; however, the last time I stocked up on zucchini I didn’t quite get to it on time. Today I was determined to make something with […]
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Curried Chickpeas with Mustard Greens
Makes 4 side dish servings or 2 entrees Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes We finally unpacked and organized our kitchen which means — recipes are back! This dish makes use of dried herbs and spices. Dried herbs and spices are handy especially if you do not have […]
4 Lessons to Reduce Mover’s Stress
Whew! We finally moved into our new home! Moving is considered a major life event, and like all life events it is a stressful process. Stress is caused by many things big and small such as taking an exam, running a race, fundraising, planning a wedding, and moving to a new home. Over time, stress […]
Three Lessons from a Picky Eater
Last week my younger niece, Isa Bella, stayed with us for four nights. I know she enjoyed her stay and playing with Uncle Luke (sometimes pronounced “look”). Yet, I sometimes struggle with what to feed her. Okay, I tend to obsess about it. When it comes to nutrition I tend to offer different foods […]
Choose your Rice Stuffed Grape Leaves
Total Cook time: 1 hour Total Prep time: 30 minutes Makes 34 delicious bites! When it comes to cooking if there’s a shortcut available why not try it!? It had been seven years since I last made stuffed grape leaves or dolmas. And I remember why — they are slightly labor intensive but since I […]
Mediterranean Diet – is it the way to go?
To me the continental breakfast has always been a joke. It never seems to be enough. A few croissants, jam, fruit, milk and coffee? Where’s the protein? It turns out everyone has a different idea of what constitutes a continental breakfast. Some places offer a “light” version while others offer a “full”. A light is […]
Recipe – Kholrabi Parmesan w/Chia Seeds
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Serves 4 – 3/4 cup servings I first discovered my love for this German turnip in, where else but Germany! I grew up a military brat and remember being handed a fresh slice of Kholrabi right in our garden plot. It was sweet, crisp and I […]
Are you a healthy woman?
Article first published as Ladies, When Was Your Last Check-Up? on Technorati. It is National Women’s Health Week. Women’s health covers many issues. With work, family and children it is amazing there is any time at all to schedule your next appointment! Yet, women often overlook their own health according to the 2006 issue of […]
Weekly Recipe – Blueberry Lemon Curd & Yogurt Tart
Prep Time: 30 minutes to 2 hours (if straining yogurt) Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes I love all things tart, especially when combined with a hint of sweetness! This past Easter weekend was spent with at my future in-laws. Every year at large holiday gatherings we usually bring one or two dishes: an appetizer […]
Weekly Recipe – Avocado Wasabi Deviled Eggs
Serves 4, 2 halves per person Cook & Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time: 5 minutes Total time: 20 minutes With Easter Sunday a few days away, I wonder what children are doing now to prepare for the annual hunt? Looking back, I do find it odd that I’d be dressed up with white patent […]