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Meatless Monday: Roasted Veggies over Couscous

Chioggia beets are one of my favorite vegetables. My kids even love when I cook with them! They’re strikingly beautiful and add a vibrant splash of color to any dish they’re a part of.

Onesto Foods: COOKIES!

Our new cookies are vegan, gluten-free and full of delicious non-GMO ingredients.

Meatless Monday: Mexican Veggie "Hash"

So, in honor of our “other” favorite cuisine, I decided to create a Mexican veggie hash for our Meatless Monday dinner. This dish has so many great flavors, textures and colors.

Eat Dessert First: Beet and Lavender Tarts

I know what you’re thinking: “She’s gone crazy. She’s officially lost her mind. Beet and Lavender…what???” I know ...

Meatless Monday: Platters Made With Love

Valentine’s Day is a day we focus on hearts. Yes, the focus is often on heart shaped food, candies and gifts…but we can also use this month as a time to give attention to our literal, beating hearts.

Heart Healthy Tip: Get Outside

Have you ever heard of “Forest Bathing”? The first time I heard it, I thought it was weird and hippy-ish.

Meatless Monday: Avocado Toasts with Beet Puree

My version of this dinner is full of textures and flavors: the toasted bread, the soft avocado and the crunchy granules of the salt and pepper hit all my requirements.

Super Bowl Party: BYO Vegetarian Chili and Cornbread

This chili is so hearty and satisfying that I won’t be tempted to make poor decisions because I’m hungry and surrounded by food.

Meatless Monday: Winter Lentil Stew Over Creamy Grits

A stew simmering on the stove + a glass of red wine = more reasons why I love winter in New England.

Food Labels: What do they all mean?

Why do the labels all sound the same? Who gets to decide what labels are on the packages? What do they actually mean?

Meatless Monday: French Onion Soup and Cheesy Toasts

One of our favorite recipes is French onion soup. It has all the flavor combinations one can ask for: sweet onions, salty broth, rich gooey cheese, crusty garlicky bread.

Managing Stress: What Works For Me

About a year ago, I was headed down a bad path. I felt over-worked, over-scheduled, over-committed and I was over it!