Fennel Bulbs!
Happy Seasonal Sunday, Fennel bulbs might look a little unusual with their pale green layers and feathery fronds, but they’re one of the hidden treasures of fall produce. Raw, fennel is crisp with a light licorice flavor, but when you roast it, something magical...
Oregano!
Happy Savory Saturday, When we think of oregano, most of us picture Italian sauces or Mediterranean meals. But oregano has more than one story to tell. Classic Mediterranean oregano brings warmth and depth to pasta dishes, pizzas and slow-simmered sauces, while...
Roasted Cauliflower Popcorn!
Happy Friday, What if I told you popcorn had a veggie twin? Meet roasted or air-fried cauliflower popcorn, tiny bites of cauliflower that crisp up in the oven until golden, crunchy and totally snack-worthy. Season them simply with herbs and spices and you’ve got a...
Broccoli Rabe (Rapini) – Bitter, Robust Green
Happy Thankful Thursday! On this Thankful Thursday, let’s give some love to a green that doesn’t always get the spotlight, Broccoli Rabe (Rapini). Unlike its milder cousin broccoli, rapini is bold, bitter and robust, a flavor that wakes up your taste buds and brings...
The Gentle Power of Bay Leaves
Happy Wellness Wednesday, Sometimes, the quietest ingredients do the most work. Bay leaves may not get the spotlight, but they play an essential role in building depth and warmth in dishes. When simmered in soups, stews, sauces or even rice, bay leaves slowly release...
Let’s Talk about SAFFRON!
It's Tasty Tuesday! Some spices just feel more almost mythical and saffron is one of them. Just a few crimson threads can transform a dish with their golden hue and delicate, honey-like aroma. But what exactly makes saffron so special AND so expensive? Saffron comes...
Why Does Midlife Bring Belly Fat and Can We Fight Back?
Good Morning, One of the most common frustrations in menopause is belly fat. Even without changes in diet or activity, shifting hormones, lower estrogen and age-related muscle loss make weight settle around the middle. Metabolism slows and the body favors storing fat...
Lavender in the Kitchen? More Than Just Tea!
Happy Seasonal Sunday, When you think of relaxation, you might picture a warm cup of bedtime tea, but what if that same soothing ingredient could transform your cooking, too? A sprinkle of this fragrant flower can bring a delicate note to baked goods, add depth to...
Pumpkins
Happy Savory Saturday, Pumpkins aren’t just for carving or sweet pies, they’re one of fall’s most versatile vegetables. And with so many shapes, sizes and colors — from golden orange to creamy white to speckled green, they bring fun and festivity straight to the...
Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos
Happy Friday, Sometimes the simplest foods bring the biggest smiles. Sweet potatoes and black beans are a classic pair, comforting, nourishing and full of flavor. Wrap them up in a warm tortilla and you’ve got tacos that are as wholesome as they are satisfying. The...
