Coconut Red Lentil Curry

Coconut Red Lentil Curry

Red lentils are made from whole yellow lentils that are peeled and split in half, exposing the red color under their outer seed coat which makes them cook quickly. This dish comes together easily and leaves bellies full and happy. If cooking for children or those who...
Moroccan Tagine with Chicken and Garbanzo

Moroccan Tagine with Chicken and Garbanzo

Tagine is a Moroccan stew that takes its name from the earthen pot in which it is slow cooked.  Although I don’t have a tagine pot, the dish has become a regular item in both weekly family meals and entertaining menus because of the colors, the flavors and the...
Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apple and Walnuts

Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apple and Walnuts

This can be a satisfying entree by adding 1 cup of leftover (cooked) quinoa or brown rice, and avocado. [su_expanding_quote_book alignment=”full” source_author=”Joel Fuhrman, MD” source_title=”Super Immunity: The Essential Nutrition Guide...
Meatless or Not Lentil Chili

Meatless or Not Lentil Chili

Make it vegan by leaving out the beef. It’s also an easy way to make a dinner for both omnivores and non-vegans. Cook the ground beef separately, set aside. Once the chili is cooked split it into two pots and add the cooked beef into one of the pots. I’ve...
Poblano Pepper Sauce

Poblano Pepper Sauce

This is originally for the Chicken Breasts with Poblano Pepper Sauce, but it pairs deliciously with roasted pork tenderloin or pork chops. Instead of poblano peppers I sometimes use red or yellow bell peppers. Or for a dinner party I will make both. On the serving...