Kale — it’s a four letter word for many people. In my opinion, kale has gotten a bad rap. It is one of the healthiest things you can eat. It’s full of nutrition and fiber. What could be better for your health? I read recently that the average person eats about 1 cup of kale Read More
Preserving Corn
I have fond memories of my mom freezing corn each summer and then eating it throughout the winter months. Even though it wasn’t fresh, the taste was perfection! Corn season is in full swing and now is the time to get it into the freezer. DIRECTIONS: Shuck and clean the corn. Drain. Get a large Read More
Canning Lesson #3 — Tomato Juice
The garden is plentiful with tomatoes this year. We bought 9 plants and they are all producing quite well. I have already canned enough soup for the year and I have frozen some sauce. Now its time to turn those red beauties into delicious juice that will be a healthy snack for the winter. Thank Read More
Deep Dish Pizza with Homemade Cheese
For some reason I had a craving for a deep dish pizza so I was inspired to make my own cheese to go with it. Both are relatively easy to make. In case you missed it, CLICK HERE to get to my blog about making the cheese. Here is how I made the pizza: Sauce Read More
Plant based sushi with mushrooms and cucumber
I was never brave enough to try “real” sushi with raw fish. YUCK! However, I did start really liking sushi when I tried a plant based version of it. This is a simple dish that you can fix and take to your next gathering. It’s a great finger food at picnics. While making sushi might Read More
Rice Casserole with Lentils
Rice and lentils are staples for plant based eaters. That is the basis for this casserole, but there are plenty of veggies too. How can you go wrong with that? Well, you can’t. This is a hearty dish that makes A LOT. Since I am the primary one eating the meals I cook, I will Read More
Black Bean Enchiladas
Ahhhh….the 90s were a fond time for me. I was young and married to the love of my life. Living the good life. This recipe takes me back to that time. My friend, Vanassa, was an awesome cook and she made these enchiladas for us on occasion. They are yummy, filling, and pretty healthy. I Read More
