Lately I have been focusing on plant fiber diversity which aids in increasing the diversity of the microbiome. Some bugs like some kinds of fibers while others prefer other types, so to keep them all happy you need to include lots of variety in your diet. One great way to diversify is to make veggie rice combos. There are lots of veggies that rice well. You can rice and freeze them in individual bags or as blends. It is also a great way to use Continue reading
Officially under a “stay at home“ order during this COVID-19 Pandemic and I am craving all of the easily digestible comfort foods. This soup is sort of a spaghetti burger mash up. Lower in carb, gluten and dairy free, paleo…hits lots of metrics. Here is what I did. Continue reading
Recently I have been trying to perfect growing microgreens ahead of our summer fallow season in Miami….too hot to grow much outside, but I still want something fresh and homegrown! I tried growing micros in soil…and it was, well, messy. I tried growing them on hemp mats and got all sorts of mold overgrowth…couldn’t get the amount of watering just right…overwatered some batches and some dried up. And THEN….I discovered Hamama micros on Instagram. This is an INGENIOUS and crazy simple system. It comes with Continue reading
When I first suspected that histamine intolerance might be another piece of my wellness puzzle, it felt like yet another food restriction limiting my choices…but discovering how many things freeze well has been the silver lining! The freezer has now become a huge part of my food prep plan! Continue reading
Had a few friends coming for lunch so I cooked up the idea for this mason jar salad bar. You all know I am a bit mason jar obsessed, so this is right up my alley. Continue reading
I had a request for a post about my raised bed garden so here goes!
I am pretty much a novice gardener, but I am having a great time learning by trial and error. My husband built me this 8 x 4 foot raised bed in the fall which made it all possible, as our native soil is not really suitable for growing. He bought Continue reading
Double recipe post!
First up is Delicata Squash. This side dish is so easy and everyone I have served it to has swooned over it. Bonus…it is delicious leftover, if it lasts that long. It reminds me of french toast! Continue reading
This is like finding a $20 bill in the pocket of a jacket you haven’t worn in a while! Recently @deannacarter posted on her amazing instagram account about chopping the cauliflower leaves right in with the chunks when she roasts her flowerettes….lightbulb…I can roast the leaves?!! Continue reading
I have seen roasted leek greens on several plates lately on instagram and since I had a pile of leek greens leftover from making my Creamy Cauliflower Leek Soup I decided to give them a go. I have also had a goal of attempting to roast every veggie I eat, so check this one off my list now😉. These are absolutely amazing and Continue reading
Since I can’t eat eggs I have to be a little more creative with my breakfast options. Soup is a great quick “go to” meal for me, and since it is so easy I can make it fresh every time! It is so yummy and a great way to start the day! Continue reading
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