White Bean Dip

We usually have hummus or bean dip in our house. It’s a quick snack with rice cakes, pretzels, carrot/celery sticks. Dips make a great sandwich or wrap spread, simply add shredded carrots, spinach (or other green like arugula, baby kale etc) and a sprinkle of pumpkin...
Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Cauliflower was a boring vegetable I pretty much ignored until I discovered its exceptional health boosting powers. [su_expanding_quote_book source_author=”Michael Greger MD” source_title=”How to Not Die” full_quote=”Cruciferous...
7 Soup Meals for Cold Weather

7 Soup Meals for Cold Weather

What to eat when the temperature drops? A bowlful of healthy, wholesome soup does the body good. And a veggie-laden, one-pot, one-dish meal means less to wash up. Here are my favorites, loaded with nutrient-dense superfoods that boosts the energy shield of our immune...
White Bean and Kale Stew

White Bean and Kale Stew

I may be a little obsessed with nutrient-dense foods and repeating over and over again how greens, beans and onions are an immune-boosting power cocktail, but putting aside repetition, this soup is flavorful and sticks to the ribs. Variations: Add other vegetables...
Turkey Sausage and Garbanzo Soup

Turkey Sausage and Garbanzo Soup

Easy to make, simple and delicious this soup is protein-rich and light in carbs. The original recipe is spicy but because of my daughter, rather than including the jalapeno in the soup itself, I chop it up put on top with the avocado and chopped cilantro when serving....