Asparagus, Snap Peas and Green Beans with Mint

Asparagus, Snap Peas and Green Beans with Mint

Serves 8 Setting out to create my Easter menu, asparagus was one of the first thoughts that came to mind. Ever since I read Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver years ago, I associate asparagus with spring. I’ve learned to look for tender stalks as they...
CMF Basic Salad Dressing

CMF Basic Salad Dressing

Store-bought salad dressings generally contain high-fructose corn syrup transfats and MSG and other additives. 6 Shocking Facts About Your Salad Dressing Homemade salad dressing is quite simple and takes only minutes to make. With practice, measuring isn’t...
Turkey Meatloaf with Dried Apricots

Turkey Meatloaf with Dried Apricots

Apricots seems to bring some kind of alchemy to this meatloaf, adding moisture, texture and a delightful flavor. Ground bison or beef can be used instead of turkey. Toss some vegetables with what I think of as “roasting oil “ (about 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive...
Arugula Frittata

Arugula Frittata

Frittatas are started in an oven-safe skillet cooked on the stovetop and then finished in a pre-heated oven. I like making them for brunch, but frittatas are also fabulous way to use leftovers and make a quick lunch or dinner. Simply beat eggs, mix in leftover cooked...
Spinach Pancakes

Spinach Pancakes

These pancakes from weelicious are yummy and fun. Move over green eggs and ham! I always love an opportunity to punch up the nutrition in breakfast and this is a perfect example. I also love tempting kids to eat something they might not otherwise want to. So without...