Soup’s On!
Now that fall has arrived, it’s officially soup season, which is a perfect time for the one pot meals. If you’re like me, you’re already bringing out the crock pot, from its dark, storage place, or taking inventory of your collection of stockpots. Soup is the quintessential fall comfort food. Nothing says “Welcome Home,” or “Come in from the cold.” like a bowl of hot … Continue reading Soup’s On!
Sunday Dinner Series: Whole Wheat Spaghetti w/Italian-Style Turkey Sausage
After 30-something years of preparing Sunday dinners, there are times when I get tired of cooking the same meals. But, I never grow tired of making spaghetti. Heck, who doesn’t love spaghetti. And, for any woman, who is short on time and wants to cook a tasty meal — spaghetti is the go-to dish. The preparation time for cooking spaghetti is about 30 minutes. Serve … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Whole Wheat Spaghetti w/Italian-Style Turkey Sausage
Is a Vegetarian Diet Right for You?
When I decided to adopt a vegetarian diet 30-plus years ago, I embraced it completely and never looked back — no more steaks, ribs, or burgers. But, this path to vegetarianism worked for me — you may not be ready to commit entirely to a meatless diet. But, that’s ok. You have to decide what works best for you. Adopting a vegetarian diet is a … Continue reading Is a Vegetarian Diet Right for You?
The Best Things in Life are Free!
Recently, my family spent a few relaxing days at our favorite vacation spot: Destin, Florida. Prior to going, everyone was excited that we would be spending time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, which, at times, can be very stressful. The thought of just being ‘beach bums’ was welcoming. As hard as we try, it is easy for us to become consumed … Continue reading The Best Things in Life are Free!
Sunday Dinner Series: Easy Summertime Meal
While I enjoy cooking Sunday dinner, I don’t enjoy spending much time in the kitchen when it’s 90 degrees outside. And, I’m definitely not in the mood for eating a heavy meal that will make me feel sluggish. So, on those hot and muggy days, I lighten up my Sunday meal with grilled salmon, a garden pasta salad, carrot and raisin salad, and steamed broccoli. … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Easy Summertime Meal
Potato Salad: A Labor of Love
This weekend, my daughter is visiting from New York. And, what that means for me is that I’m making potato salad. I’m not preparing just any potato salad, but potato salad made the same way her late grandmother made it; without a recipe and filled with love. When it came to making great tasting potato salad, my late mother was the best of the best! … Continue reading Potato Salad: A Labor of Love
Sunday Dinner Series: Southwestern Citrus-Lime Chicken Salad
When the weather starts to heat up in Hotlanta, it’s time to lighten up Sunday dinner. It also gives me an excuse to fix a quick meal, and spend more time in the backyard enjoying the cool breeze, and listening to the birds. But, regardless to how much time I spend in the kitchen, I always put the same amount of love in each meal. … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Southwestern Citrus-Lime Chicken Salad
Sunday Dinner Series: Southern Comfort Breakfast with Baked Salmon
After a long, weekend away celebrating my wedding anniversary, the last thing I wanted to do was spend a lot of time in the kitchen, after returning home. Whenever I’m short on time, or just don’t feel like preparing a time-consuming dinner, I always resort to my favorite: breakfast, or brinner (breakfast for dinner). My southern comfort breakfast, with baked salmon, is a favorite in … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Southern Comfort Breakfast with Baked Salmon
A Marriage Made in Healthy!
Yesterday, my husband and I celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary. Wow! That’s a lifetime in comparison to the short duration of many marriages today. What has helped our love to endure is that we not only vowed to: “…have and hold, in sickness and in health,” but we committed to helping each other stay healthy. Because we had already adopted a vegetarian lifestyle before we … Continue reading A Marriage Made in Healthy!
Carbs Demystified!
These days, trying to make sense of the vast amount of nutrition information is mind-boggling. We find ourselves perplexed about the right foods to eat, and how much food to eat. One nutrition topic of confusion is carbohydrates. How important are carbs? Are you wondering which carbs are good or bad? Knowing the answers to these questions, and having a clearer understanding can help us … Continue reading Carbs Demystified!
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