This week my neighborhood got its first ever certified farmer’s market! I am beside myself with joy! I love farmer’s markets. Why, you ask? 1. I am supporting my local economy by buying seasonal food grown by farmers in my area. There is no reason to eat produce that is not in season. Everyone used […]
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Spicy Carrot-Sweet Potato Soup
Ever have those days where you look in the refrigerator and try to figure out what to make for dinner? You rustle through the veggie drawer. . . oh look, some limp carrots! And over on the counter is a slightly wrinkly sweet potato, not past its prime but well on the way! This is […]
Tri-Color Quinoa Salad
Have you tried quinoa yet? If you haven’t, this is the recipe for you. Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wa”) is an ancient grain from the Peruvian Andes region. Technically, quinoa is a seed, not a grain, but is commonly referred to as a grain. Quinoa is very high in protein, making it an excellent choice for vegetarians […]
Snow Pea Shoot Salad with Asian Vinaigrette
Ever get tired of eating the same old green salad all the time? You try and jazz it up with some avocado or croutons, but admit it. It’s still the same old salad. If that’s how you feel, this is the salad for you! Snow pea shoots are a delicious salad ingredient, tasting faintly of […]