Come to think of it, I have been preparing many different versions of Shakshuka throughout my home cooking career but just called it something else. This version I have here for you can be eaten any time of day, but I prefer to have it for...
This rendition of gazpacho is truly a gazpacho-like no other! I taught this recipe in the March cooking class and it was a hit. It is so fresh and flavorful with hints of cucumber and jalapeño. With spring upon us and summer ahead, this can...
I'm loving this delicious, healthy and little spicy spin on your typical minestrone soup. First, I skip the regular canned tomatoes and use organic fire roasted tomatoes to give this dish an extra kick. Instead of pasta, chickpeas do the trick here to add a...
Ooh Yum! This raw vegan cheesecake is always a hit in my house. I adapted it from several different recipes online to come up with the perfect combination of crust and filling. It's perfect for decorating with edible flowers, herbs and in this case, chocolate...
This is a winner chicken dinner if I ever tasted one. Its great for a weeknight meal and you can make it for two, four or six easily. I often get bored with chicken, repeating the same recipe over and over again. This recipe is...
Honoring black history month with food is a breeze with this great combination of Caribbean and Southern flavors. This yummy catfish fillet is marinated in a spicy wet marinade and baked. It's incredibly flavorful and reflective of Jamaican cooking as a whole. The spices used...
This is always a hit at my holiday gatherings. Cranberries, blackberries, blueberries and raspberries-all stewed in port wine, orange juice, and honey. It's a perfect appetizer for a big group because the compote stretches easily to feed a crowd. Top it with some mint for...
This recipe takes eating the rainbow to a whole new level. Adding colorful root vegetables and squashes up the nutrition level and adds to the delicious flavor of this healthy vegetable side. As a base, it lends itself to all types of other flavors including...
Get your watercress on! Watercress is a serious antioxidant. It lowers your risk for chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure and may help prevent certain types of cancer. It boosts your immune system so remember that when you are feeling a cold coming on. Watercress...
This is the perfect meal for a small crowd and perfect for vegetarians. Delicious roasted cauliflower and tomatoes sauce makes for a great combination of healthy goodness. The best part is, it could be made ahead to give the flavors some time to meld together before...
Well, it didn't really feel like fall. I think it may have been 90 degrees outside! But inside, we didn't even notice. The smell of fall was certainly in the air beginning with the delicious aroma of apples in our signature drink: apple cider and...
...simply because it replaces meat. US dietary recommendations require us to eat fish at least two times per week. That's two days out of the week that we are not eating meat or meat products for dinner. Fish is nutrient-rich and contains beneficial omega 3 and...
This delicious and surprisingly simple fish recipe is from a class I taught earlier this year. It was beautifully paired with Halter Ranch Vineyards 2015 Grenache Blanc wine. If you enjoy fish as a part of your healthy lifestyle, this recipe is a game changer. It’s low...
I love this recipe and tend to make it often throughout the seasons. It's low in fat and keeps you full. I always keep frozen shrimp in the freezer and my pantry is usually stocked with a variety of beans. I really enjoy Italian cooking...
This flavorful soup is vegan, gluten-free and easy to prepare. Its a light yet satisfying soup with the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric and ginger. It makes an excellent low-calorie take-to work soup that is loaded with protein and rich spices. Red lentils take less time...
This is one of my favorite weeknight recipes for chicken using my Healthy On You® Seasoning Beneath My Wings spice blend. Use organic chicken if you can find it-it makes all the difference in this juicy low-calorie, high protein recipe. ...
This is one of my favorite recipes, and it’s perfect for any night of the week. The spicy shrimp combined with the fresh crunch of the spiralized beets and fennel create a taste sensation that’s like a reggae party in your mouth! If you like...
With this method, the chicken cooks more quickly and evenly, and all the skin--not just the skin over the breast--gets crispy and browned. Cutting and serving the chicken is easy because the backbone is removed. I’m certain this will be your new way to roast a chicken....