It’s really about time I share this recipe with you. I make this sautéed broccoli side dish for nearly every family dinner. My whole family loves it. Who could resist the vibrant green tender broccoli in a luscious blend of oil and garlic? Add butter and a little salt, and even the pickiest eaters will be devouring their greens.
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Baby Bok Choy With Sweet and Tangy Sauce
Baby bok choy might be my new favorite veggie. A type of Chinese cabbage, it’s one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat. And it’s absolutely delicious cooked in a skillet and covered in a sweet …
Pomegranate, Balsamic, And Raw Honey Glazed Carrots
It’s the day before Christmas Eve, and I’m officially in holiday mode as I plan the upcoming Christmas meals. If you’re looking for a last-minute, extra-special recipe for your holiday table,
Pomegranate And Berry Blast Green Smoothie (Weekly Workouts)
Pomegranate And Berry Blast Green Smoothie is an incredibly nourishing smoothie, and just wait until you taste how delicious it is too. The last few weeks after our workout sessions, I’ve loved whipping up this nutritious smoothie for Barbara and me. It really seems to give us the boost of energy we need after working…
How to Cut Open a Pomegranate
Discover the easiest way to cut and seed a pomegranate with our straightforward video and step-by-step photo guide. Learn techniques and creative recipes ideas for these nutritious, jewel-like seeds. I’m excited to share my latest YouTube video: How to Cut Open a Pomegranate! You can watch it right here or head over to YouTube….
Amazing Pomegranates: One Of The Healthiest Foods In The World
Pomegranates have been prized by numerous cultures throughout the ages and may be one of the healthiest foods in the world. When I was a child, I remember my mom bringing home an unusual fruit one day. It looked a little like an apple but not exactly. She said it was a Chinese apple. I…
Super Delicious Massaged Kale Salad With Pistachios, Tomatoes, And Olives
Who doesn’t love a good massage? Well, my kale is loving one right now as I’m getting ready to prepare a delicious kale salad tossed with pistachios, cherry tomatoes, and juicy Kalamata olives. But why am I massaging the kale first? If you’ve ever had a raw kale salad, you might have noticed that the kale was a little bitter and its texture a little coarse. However, if you massage the kale for only about five minutes, it will begin to soften and wilt. This seems to break down its dense cellulose structure leaving it easier to digest and much tastier.
Mushroom Risotto in Chicken and White Wine Broth
Mushroom risotto in chicken and white wine broth is a delicious creamy Italian rice that turns ordinary mushrooms into a yummy dish. Looking to enjoy a warm and satisfying dish for dinner tonight? Creamy risotto in a white wine and chicken broth is sautéed with garlic and onions, tossed with cremini mushrooms, and topped with…
How To Cut And Cook Spaghetti Squash: Your Ultimate Guide
How to cut and prepare spaghetti squash for every spaghetti squash recipe. If you close your eyes, you’ll think you’re eating angel hair pasta. That’s why you’re going to love this satisfying, nutritious, low carb alternative to pasta. We all know that the kitchen can be a very dangerous place. Kitchen accidents happen even to…
Strawberry Granita (Low-Carb And Sugar Free Recipe)
Light cold strawberry granita is just what you need to cool off on a hot day. Made with strawberries and stevia, it’s a fun dessert with no sugar. All I can say is, “It’s hot outside!” The mercury is rising and icy, strawberry granita is light and cold; just what I need to cool off on…
Healthier Homemade French Fries Recipe
These homemade french fries really are wonderfully easy to make, and they surpass restaurant fries, hands down. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, not a bit greasy: these better-for-you fries are in a category all their own. French fries and healthy in the same sentence? I know what you’re thinking: french fries aren’t usually thought…
How To Make Coconut Whipped Cream
Here’s a step by step tutorial for how to make coconut whipped cream from coconut milk. Paired with organic blackberries, this is a quick, delicious, and incredibly nutritious dairy free dessert or for anytime you want a dairy free topping. Hi, friends! Nicole here with one of my favorite treats to make on warm spring…
My Healing Green Smoothie Recipe
Discover many important green smoothie benefits and a step-by-step guide with beautiful photos showing how to make a healing green smoothie. You’re going to love this smoothie. This healing green smoothie is one of the best ways to start your day. It’s loaded with nutritious organic romaine lettuce, kale, carrots, celery stalks, strawberries, an avocado, and…
Homemade Paleo Salsa Recipe
This easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing homemade paleo salsa is perfect for snacking during game day or any festive gathering. My husband, John, is visiting the blog today with a delicious recipe for a healthy salsa dip, perfect for your March Madness celebrations! It’s March Madness time. Yesssss!! I love college basketball. Even though my team the Fordham…
Sweet Potato Noodles with Dairy-Free Cream Sauce
Sweet potato noodles are an easy delicious side dish to make with your spiralizer. The winter has been so long and cold here in New York that some days I’d rather curl up on the couch with one of my hot soups, like Wild Salmon Chowder, than venture outside. But this week the weather has been…
Zucchini Noodles with Basil and Pistachio Pesto (Zoodles)
It’s a zoodles kind of day! The snow is finally beginning to melt outside, and I’m celebrating with a warm bowl of freshly cooked spiraled zucchini noodles topped with the creamiest basil and pistachio pesto sauce.
Ever since my kids gifted me with a Paderno 4 Blade Spiralizer last year, zoodles have become my
Gluten Free Apple-Filled Pumpkin Crepes Recipe
Here in the Northeast where we’re experiencing one of the coldest winters on record, I’ve found one of the best ways to boost my family’s spirits is by whipping up a warm and tasty breakfast. And this one definitely tops the list. These golden-brown pumpkin crepes are stuffed with a sweet apple cinnamon filling and served with homemade coconut whipped cream for a deliciously nutritious breakfast or even dessert.
Rosemary Sweet Potatoes and Mushrooms
Caramelized shallots, roasted sweet potatoes, mushrooms and chopped garlic cloves are sprinkled with fresh parsley in this delectable holiday treat. I’m looking forward to serving this up as one of the vegetable side dishes at my family’s Christmas dinner.
See What’s Growing In Our Garden And Sautéed Kale Recipe
Come and see pictures of our organic vegetable garden and try my delightful garden kale recipe prepared with homemade gluten-free chicken broth. As fall arrives this week, our organic vegetable garden’s summer season is winding down. We enjoyed homegrown vegetables all summer long (more about our garden here). Picking fresh vegetables from the garden is as…
Summer Salad Recipe with Cherry Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, and Corn Strips
This colorful summer salad recipe of cherry tomatoes, red onions, purple Kalamata olives, crisp radishes, and yellow corn strips is so delicious. And the best part is, it’s gluten free and dairy free, too! This post has been updated with more helpful tips, new photos, and a video. As a lover of fresh, seasonal produce,…
Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (Gluten Free)
As winter continues to drag on here in the Northeast, I am looking forward quite impatiently to warmer weather. This salad reminds me of spring: fresh spinach and mushrooms topped with a delightfully sweet raspberry dressing.
Cucumber Salad Recipe
This cucumber salad recipe is a year-round favorite. Today, my cucumbers are fresh from the garden and super sweet. Come and see. We all need a little salad in our lives. A salad that’s easy to put together, and easy to love. This cucumber salad is just that, and it’s got all the bells and…
Tropical Smoothie Recipe: Sunshine In A Glass
Tropical smoothie is a blend of tangy pineapple, creamy banana, crisp apple, and the subtle tropical essence of coconut oil. It’s like sunshine in a glass. This post has been updated with more helpful tips, new photos, and a video. Today, I have a delightful smoothie for you with a harmony of tropical flavors that…
Berry Good Smoothie: Refreshing And Nourishing
Indulge in this delightful Berry Good Smoothie, bursting with antioxidants and superfood goodness. It’s a refreshing treat that will put a smile on your face! This post has been updated with more helpful tips, new photos, and a video. Today, I’m switching things up a bit by adding berries to this smoothie. I call it…
Socca Recipe: A French Street Food Gem
Socca flatbread, a French street food sensation, is naturally gluten free. (In Italy, it is known as farinata.) Learn how to make it at home with chickpea flour and a few simple ingredients. Try this easy socca recipe now! This post has been updated with more helpful tips and a video. Today, my daughter, who…
Radiant Skin Smoothie With Chia Seeds
You’ll love this green radiant skin smoothie. It’s made in your super blender including berries, greens, celery, apple and chia seeds which promote glowing skin. And it’s gluten free! Today, I want to tell you a little secret – it’s all about the radiant skin smoothie! I know, the name may sound like a bold promise,…
Joint Soothing Smoothie (Gluten Free)
This gluten free joint soothing smoothie is quick and easy to whip up. Today, I’ve got something special for you – a smoothie that will soothe your joints! It’s the newest addition to my collection of smoothies and drinks. If you’ve been feeling those aches and pains lately, the solution may lie in the power of…
Nourishing Brain Power Smoothie Recipe
This brain power smoothie is loaded with super foods. And it gluten free! Today’s recipe goes beyond tasty; it’s a smoothie crafted to boost your brainpower and keep your cognitive gears turning like a well-oiled machine. I always keep frozen berries and bananas on hand for this nourishing brain power smoothie, for my Tropical Smoothie,…