On the first day of Christmas, my yoga teacher gave to me: a yoga class potluck holiday party. Several Shri Yoga teachers alternated verses of their yoga version of The Twelve Days of Christmas and led us in 12 unique poses. Lighthearted and heartwarming, the class took lots of physical and mental agility to transition between poses and remember the…
Hot, Hot, Hot Spanakopi Dip
True confession: I’ve been dieting for the past two weeks. My nutritionist doesn’t like the word “diet.” She says it’s a way of life. Ok, it’s a new way of life but I sure feel good. And I’ve already lost two pounds—maybe because I’m paying attention to portions. What I really like about my new way…
Veggie Pâté Hors d’Oeuvres – Excusez Moi
Don’t you love a cocktail party with nothing but appetizers and drinks? Perhaps a little karaoke, dancing, good friends? Serve these Veggie Pâté Hors d’Oeuvres, and watch them disappear between songs, twirls and banter. Delicious, nutritious, auspicious—They’ll foretell the success of your gathering! I thought that making them in mini-muffin tins would promote portion control. Alas, I…
Special Occasions Salad
I say everyday is a good day for a salad, but a special celebration deserves a little extra thought and preparation. The sweetness of the cranberries in this Special Occasions Salad is tempered by the tartness of the vinegar. Bitter greens, sharp scallions, smooth cheese, crunchy nuts—This salad is a study in contrasts. Oh, and it’s…
Baked Apple Sweet Potato Side Dish – A Thanksgiving Treat
My good friend, Dr. David Silver, has a 93-year-old uncle who likes things his way. He could no longer see the numbers on his scale, so he insisted on purchasing a talking scale, even though his wife offered to help him out by reading his weight. When the talking scale was finally unwrapped and ready to operate,…
Apple Onion Soup with Thyme – Divine!
“A” is for apple and perfect marks—apples are perfect fruits for caramelizing alongside onions. Coincidence? I think not. If you want to try a lighter onion soup than the traditional French variety, this one will thrill your tastebuds. If you want traditional French onion soup with a twist, cover the crisped bread on your Apple Onion…
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