It is November, and the past 2 days have been 70 degrees in Colorado. Contrary to popular belief, it is typical for us to have mild temperatures during the winter months. At over 5000 feet in elevation, being closer to the sun warms us up quite nicely. And snow doesn’t hang around long. Last night we [...]
This is one of those recipes that you make once, and you will forever be committed to it. It is so delicious. It tastes sinful but it is actually quite healthy. And it’s vegetarian. I like to spread it on toast, crackers, or use it as a spread on a sandwich in place of mayonnaise. The possibilities are [...]
Yesterday, I was at the supermarket. As I rounded the corner, there were these huge perky bunches of organic dill perched right in front of my shopping cart. My first thought was the lemon dill dip of my childhood. Our neighbor Louise used to make it for us. She was the coolest lady with incredible stories of travelling the [...]
This dip is one of my favorites. It’s hearty and delicious. And it doesn’t hurt that it’s good for you either. The pine nuts and sundried tomatoes give the dip a slightly sweet taste balancing the peas and the garlic nicely. It pairs great with vegetable crudite, chips/crackers or even as a spread on a sandwich or veggie burger [...]
This is something I make all year long. I love to break it out for an mid-afternoon snack with some carrot sticks, sliced cucumber or even Hol-Grain Brown Rice Crackers. I go light on the tahini and oil. Keeps it really fresh tasting yet it’s really satistfying at the same time.
2 15oz cans organic garbanzo beans
1/3 cup room temperature [...]
This chicken is a staple in our house. And whenever I make it for company, it is a definite crowd-pleaser. Especially with the satay dip. One of the reasons I love it so much is because of it’s flexibility. It suits a more upscale type occasion, such as New Years and it also fits perfectly nestled among other [...]