You may have seen kohlrabi at your local farmer’s market, grocery store, or received it in a produce or farm share box but hesitated because you weren’t sure what to do with this unique vegetable. You may ask What is Kohlrabi? What Do I Do With It? Kohlrabi can seem intimidating – it almost looks like…
Vegan Recipes
We like to dabble in the world of vegan recipes and even have reviewed a cookbook on raw vegan. Here are a lot of our best recipes ranging from soup to nuts and more.
Spicy Refrigerator Pickles
Spicy Refrigerator Pickles Don’t you love a great farmers’ market? I could spend days there with all the fresh produce. I have made a refrigerator dill pickle recipe before and it tasted great but had left the cucumbers whole as they were the small ones. This time I found lovely fat cucumbers at the market…
How to Make Quick Pickled Fennel
How to Make Quick Pickled Fennel I have a love for fennel, always have! For me there’s nothing better than fennel that is baked with butter and Parmesan cheese on top, I must share that recipe with you soon. So I wanted to try a cold recipe with fennel as I also enjoy it in…
Homemade Italian Dressing
Homemade Italian Dressing I love making homemade dressings; they are so much better than store-bought and they are so easy too! This Homemade Italian Dressing recipe can be made fresh in a matter of minutes. You can have the Italian seasoning mix all made up and at the ready. Then just add in 1-2 Tbsp….
What is Chayote Squash and What Do I Do With It?
What is Chayote Squash and What Do I Do With It? What is Chayote Squash and What Do I Do With It? Chayote (chai·ow·tei) squash, also known as mirliton squash or Mexican pear squash, is a small summer squash native to Mexico but now found worldwide in warmer climates. Chayote, like the tomato, is technically…
Simple Easy Homemade Canned Tomatoes
Simple Easy Homemade Canned Tomatoes Simple Easy Homemade Canned Tomatoes is a fantastic way to preserve the summer’s bounty. Have you tried canning tomatoes before? We have done it many times and I love using my own tomatoes, in soups, stews, sauces and more all year long. This is why today I am going to show…
What is Celery Root {Celeriac} and What Do I Do with It?
What is Celery Root (Celeriac) and What Do I Do With It? What is Celery Root (Celeriac) and What Do I Do With It? Celery root, also known as celeriac, is a versatile root vegetable used for stews, soups, salads and as a substitute for potatoes in a healthy mash. Celery root looks like…
How to Remove a Tomato Skin
How to Remove a Tomato Skin If you grow tomatoes or love going to the farmer’s market, at some point you’ll find yourself with more tomatoes than your family can eat. This is where How to Remove a Tomato Skin will come in very handy. I love going to the local farmer’s market during the…
30 Outstanding One Pot Meals
30 Outstanding One Pot Meals Looking for a great meal with an easy cleanup? These 30 Outstanding One Pot Meals are just for you! There are a huge variety of options to please every palate. These versatile meals could be a quick weekday meal for the family or a fabulous weekend dinner for family and…
Sweet Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower
Sweet Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower I am a sucker for a great side dish, especially when it is roasted. Something that is full of flavor that complements the main just makes the enter meal so much more enjoyable. Sometimes it is hard to pair something with an Asian meal. This Sweet Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower is absolutely…
Spicy Edamame
Spicy Edamame Do you love snacking but maybe want something a bit healthier than chips and dip? This Spicy Edamame recipe will have you loving a whole new snack! Did you know that edamame is in the freezer section of your grocery store? They are very accessible and so easy to prepare. I have now…
40 Healthy Dinner Recipes
40 Healthy Dinner Recipes It is January now and all the wonderful recipes and meals of the holidays are in the past. Time for us all to eat a bit healthier, so I bring to you this wonderful collection of 40 Healthy Dinner Recipes. This is a great array of dinner time meals that everyone…