I do love kale. There’s something about the toothsome bite of it that makes me feel like I’m eating something a bit more substantial than a salad. Though a traditional “Wedge” Salad is made with iceberg, I wanted something with a little more nutritional value, and kale fit the bill. The mild bitterness is beautifully […] Read more…
I absolutely love the plethora of winter squash in the fall. It’s amazing that nature can produce these foods that are so luxurious in texture and so nutritious. Though they can be used in pastas, breads, desserts, and roasted as a delicious side, one of my favorite ways to prepare butternut squash is in soup. […] Read more…
Spring is a fabulous time of year for salads. The greens are plentiful and interesting. We are part of a CSA (community supported agriculture). This means that we pay a set amount for a share of the season’s crops. Every week, from June through November, we receive a share of that week’s harvest. In this […] Read more…
What’s my favorite no-cook summer meal? Gazpacho! First, it’s fun to say. Second, it is super delicious. Also, packed with vegetables, it is both healthy and amazingly filling. With a little bit of crab, it’s down right well-rounded. The idea for a deconstructed version came from a restaurant on Amelia Island called PLaE. They have a […] Read more…
Apparently a week’s worth of Mexican food in Atlanta was not enough to sate this gal. Inspired by my week of daily delicious Mexican food, I decided to treat myself to a “Build Your Own Taco Salad” night. This is such a great dinner for kids and a crowd pleaser for picky adults. You can […] Read more…