by Rita Anthony | Jan 31, 2026 | Savory Saturday
It’s Savory Saturday and today I’m flipping a familiar favorite on its head. Steel-Cut Oats, but savory. If oats only live in your mind as sweet and breakfast-only, this is your gentle nudge to rethink them. Steel-cut oats are hearty, chewy and deeply...
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...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 17, 2026 | Savory Saturday
Today feels like the perfect day for something savory and comforting and Pad Thai always comes to mind. I love how versatile Pad Thai can be, especially when it’s made at home. You can load it up with vegetables, keep it completely oil-free and still get all that...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 10, 2026 | Savory Saturday
This simple, seasonal recipe lets the natural flavor of the vegetables shine. Mashed Parsnips with Roasted Garlic are smooth, gently sweet and comforting. Mashed Parsnips with Roasted Garlic Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 2 pounds parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks...
by Rita Anthony | Jan 3, 2026 | Savory Saturday
As we step into the New Year, sometimes the most powerful reset is also the simplest. One gentle option I’ve used myself is a potato reset, centering meals around plain potatoes paired with non-starchy vegetables. No butter. No oil. Just simple, nourishing foods that...
by Rita Anthony | Dec 27, 2025 | Savory Saturday
Today’s inspiration is all about contrast and surprise, Pears with Herbs. Pears bring a gentle sweetness that becomes something entirely different when paired with savory herbs and a dash of cayenne pepper. Try slicing them and tossing with a dusting of ground...
