Scrumptious! Might not be the first word that comes to mind when thinking about your morning bowl of oats, but it comes close to describing my latest breakfast inspiration. I almost forget that I’m eating a healthy breakfast and not a dessert, as it’s just that good! Whole oats mixed with apples, bananas, and berries […]
Blanched asparagus, carrots, and snap peas nestle in a bed of crisp butter lettuce makes up this garden platter, but its the humble radish that steals the show! Here it is served with my vegan avocado/cilantro dressing.
Great way to turn reluctant beet eaters into beet lovers! The sweet, earthy flavor of beets combined with the creamy, salty feta make a perfect match. Sprinkled with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, a touch of Dijon and a handful of fresh herbs… simply the best!
Start with layers of oven roasted eggplant, a portobello mushroom, and melted cheese. Next, place on a bed of lettuce, top with grilled onions, sweet red pepper, and sunflower spouts. Add to it a dollop or two of vegan/pesto mayo and serve on a wholegrain bun and, just like that, you have a delicious and satisfying “meaty” meatless burger!
Rich, hearty, and satisfying even before you add the cream! This chowder starts out using an array of vegetables and spice for its base. Add to it new potatoes, sweet corn, roasted chilies, and a touch of cream and you have a chowder that’s full of flavor and comfort. Adapted and inspired from a chowder that was created and served at a downtown Portland, Oregon, delicatessen where I once worked. My buttermilk cornbread recipe also makes a great accompaniment to this chowder.
This photo was taken two weeks ago when the gardens were still bundled up keeping warm under their winter coats. Just like a down jacket the snow protects, insulates, and later provides much needed moisture down deep. A lot of change can happen in a few weeks. With the warmer temps and longer days all […]
If you like cornbread that’s moist, not too heavy, and is full of sweet corn flavor this is the one for you. The secret ingredient is the buttermilk, of course. The original recipe was clipped out of the Oregonian newspaper back in the mid 90’s. Unfortunately, that original clipping has since been lost and my […]
Full of smoky, spicy flavor this chili recipe is currently our family’s favorite! The variety of canned beans, tomatoes, along with the chipotle peppers makes this recipe not only quick and easy to prepare, but delicious. Add all your favorite toppings to make it just that much more satisfying! Three Bean Chipotle Chili / Serves […]
How do you make a salad that screams of spring! First, start with fresh asparagus and add creamy, red potatoes, a touch of onion, and sweet, cherry tomatoes. Next, add handfuls of fresh parsley and herbs. And lastly, douse with plenty of fresh squeezed lemon juice and olive oil. Besides it being a sign of […]
It’s always been a dream of mine to publish my favorite recipes that I’ve gathered and created through the years. Friends and family have also encouraged me to write things down so that I can share. My excuse has always been that I’m too busy, and yes, for many years that really was the truth! […]
