Winter is a time of the year when we are meant to move inward. Snuggle up inside, wear big cozy cloths, eat nourishing and fulfilling foods…Essentially – Be a bear.  That’s sometimes hard to do because of the constant demand for production that our world asks of us each day. You’re boss surely doesn’t care … Read more

This Miso Soup recipe is seriously the fasted soup to make. You don’t even need pre-made broth to get a ton of flavor because the miso paste does it all for you. This miso soup is also great for freezing and saving for a rainy day. When I don’t feel like cooking, but want something … Read more

With the anticipation of Spring family gardening is a great way to breath life into your week. In this blog, we talk about HOW to garden indoors or out using simple tools and container gardening, WHERE to get started and WHAT seeds to start planting first. Spend time this week with your kids and teach … Read more

Last week I shared a story about my husband telling my kids about my chef superpower. In case you missed it, he said that I’m magical at making something amazing out of nothing.  I can look in the fridge and take a half head of cauliflower, onions, beans and potatoes and make a really yummy … Read more

Spaghetti Squash Tacos (Tinga Style) is a vegetarian taco inspired by Pollo de Tinga. This Mexican inspired classic has deep flavors from Guajillo Chilis, onion and tomato. It can be eaten as a taco or with rice…or any way you wish! Spaghetti squash Tinga is a great alternative for vegetarian tacos or tostadas and can … Read more

Cultivating conversation through food Using food to have deeper conversations with your loved ones. As with many tough conversations, food makes things a little easier to address. It eases our discomfort and insecurities and it creates a bridge between the now and more broad ideas. Using food to bridge that gap and be the container … Read more

Here is a quick, egg dish for your busy morning. Making these baked omelettes ahead and having them ready in your fridge for your kids (and yourself) to grab and go are ESSENTIAL. To have a strong and efficient day, we need to get healthy fats and some veggies in our bodies in the morning. … Read more

Overnight Oats will change your morning routine and give you and your family a great, healthy start to the day. As a parent of two kids in school, I learned very quickly that the mornings can be filled with chaos, yelling and stress. And as a result, it’s SO easy to just grab a quick … Read more

Coconut Carrot Soup is not something you would typically think to make without some prompting. But – It’s AWESOME! The coconut milk makes it silky smooth, the honey adds a little sweetness and the orange/cumin flavor combo makes it different than any other soup you’d typically have. Because the Coconut-Carrot soup is getting blended – … Read more

This Kale pesto is an extremely healthy and a delicious version of a traditional green herb pesto. What is a pesto exactly? Pesto is simply a puree of greens that is emulsified with olive oil. It can be great with some pasta or as a sauce with roasted veggies. I’ve even been know to eat … Read more