Soba Noodles with Mushroom and Cabbage

Soba Noodles with Mushroom and Cabbage

Cabbage does not sound exciting, but the flavors of this dish are marvelous! I’m always looking for delicious ways to maximize the nutrients in our meals and this recipe fits the bill exceptionally well because it includes 5 of 6 GBOMBs (Greens, Beans, Onions,...
CMF Rice

CMF Rice

I usually use short-grain brown rice, but sometimes I’ll make wild rice or white rice. If using white rice, reduce the amount of water from 1 3/4 cup to 1 1/2 cup. The primary differences among types of rice can be attributed to the predominant type of starch. Long...
Rosemary Roasted Leg of Lamb with Tri-Color Potatoes

Rosemary Roasted Leg of Lamb with Tri-Color Potatoes

Of the bijillion hours (or so it seems) I’ve spent happily cooking, this is only the second time in my life I’ve cooked lamb. The first time was last Christmas requested by my cousin Dax and was possible thanks to my very dear friend Lorena who patiently...
Mushroom Barley Soup

Mushroom Barley Soup

More than a soup, this is a meal in itself—flavorful, filling, and nutrient-dense. Mushrooms contain many disease fighting compounds.  Mushrooms and greens (spinach, kale, etc) together makes a powerful immune booster combination [su_expanding_quote_book...
Lemon Roasted Green Beans

Lemon Roasted Green Beans

Sometimes the simplest foods are most enjoyable. Roasting the green beans brings out a different texture and flavor than boiling or even steaming them. The lemon zest gives this dish a delightful zip. Or punch up the color and micronutrients by adding red bell pepper....