Here’s a plan for a great BBQ dinner. Hop on over to the health food store and buy some healthier chicken and beef hotdogs with no added nitrates (pictured below). Stop off at a good bakery and purchase the most delicious rolls you can find and some potato knish. Then make a slew of salads, starting…
Edamame Arugula Salad
Hazy lazy days of summer! We are struggling to stay focused here. The outdoors beckons, and food prep is far from even the back burner. Enjoy this refreshing salad, chock full of protein and ready in a jiffy. If you buy whole edamame, just boil them for 4-5 minutes until tender, then you can sit outside to…
Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup – with no after-effects!
Wondering what to do with a full head of cauliflower and a good-looking bunch of broccoli? Wonder no more. This soup is a great twist on the usual straightforward version. Roasting the vegetables first had two unexpected rewards. The flavour was outstanding, and there were no gassy after-effects. This is not science; it is opinion….
Spinach Mushroom Asparagus Strata
This recipe was supposed to be the highlight of our Mother’s Day brunch. Unfortunately, I neglected to read through the instructions all the way to the end where it said “Chill strata, covered, for at least 8 hours for the bread to absorb the egg mixture.” Hence it became Mother’s Day Dinner, and we had…
Spinach Watermelon Strawberry Salad – So Summery!
This sudden spring-summery-hot weather makes me feel like a kid again. I’m longing to play hopscotch, jump rope, whirl a hula hoop, throw a ball against a wall and chalk-draw on the sidewalk. I’m picturing peddle-boating, row-boating or sitting calmly in the bow of a canoe, staring at waterlilies, looking out for frogs and minnows, dragging…
Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Chipotle Mayonnaise – Heavenly!
Today’s recipe is courtesy of a wonderful chef, Barbara Eiswerth, who makes yoga retreats at El Encanto a culinary delight and is willing to share her specialties. You’ll be wanting to serve this at a dinner party. This recipe inspired oohs and aahs all around the table. It was accompanied by outstanding Jicama Cabbage Carrot…