by Rita Anthony | Jan 28, 2026 | Friday Faves
Today’s Friday Faves is all about letting simple ingredients do the work. This lemony white bean salad comes together easily, with bright, clean flavors and no oil or broth needed. Lemony White Bean Salad Serves 2–3 You’ll need: 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 27, 2026 | Tasty Tuesday
Savoy cabbage is one of those quiet vegetables that doesn’t shout for attention, but rewards you when you notice it. Raw, Savoy is surprisingly gentle. Its crinkled leaves are tender rather than tough, with a fresh, lightly sweet, green flavor and just a hint of...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 26, 2026 | Monday's Menopause
Black cohosh often comes up in menopause conversations, especially for hot flashes, mood changes and sleep. Because it’s plant-based, many women assume it’s harmless and reach straight for supplements. That’s where things get tricky. Most people aren’t using the...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 25, 2026 | Seasonal Sunday
There’s a wicked winter storm heading toward the U.S. Snow, ice, high winds and whenever that happens, people do what they always do, rush the grocery store. Shelves empty fast. And once the panic buying is over, we’re all left at home thinking, “Well, Let’s use up...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 24, 2026 | Savory Saturday
Ever wonder why beans sometimes feel heavy? It often comes down to how they’re prepared. Dried beans naturally contain compounds that can create gas and discomfort in the gut. Soaking beans overnight (about 8–12 hours) helps reduce these compounds, making beans easier...
