Let’s talk about sleep. Some of us fall asleep easily, sleep through the night and wake feeling completely rested and refreshed. Every night.Then there are those of us who lay awake in bed, wake up several times a night to … Continued
Have you tried millet with winter squash? It’s one of my favorite combinations. I frequently serve this with breakfast when winter squash is in season. You can either use raw or cooked winter squash in this recipe. If you are … Continued
This baked bean recipe is a variation of a dish I taught in my cooking class last week. I love it and am excited to share it with you. If you live on the west coast of the US see … Continued
This time of year, I love to buy a big bag of basil from a local farm and find ways to use it up quickly while it’s still good. Pesto is a standard for me. I use a variety of … Continued
Have you ever cooked whole onions nishime style? Nishime is a style of slow cooking with minimal water or liquid in the covered pot. As the vegetables cook, they gather heat and all the energy concentrates within the vegetable. It’s … Continued
Lemon pudding is a classic dessert for both spring and summer. I was looking through my blog archives and noticed that I have a new lemon pudding recipe that I make a lot more often. Both recipes are delicious, but … Continued
We are coming out of a sort of hibernation. Some of us more slowly than others! You may be noticing a few things: You want to engage in life differently. You are feeling a bit unsure about what that means … Continued
Rapini, or broccoli raab, is one of my favorite vegetables. It’s a bit bitter, but I don’t find that overpowering in this green. I often have a hard time finding it organic, so it’s one of the few vegetables I … Continued
Over a year ago I stumbled upon a recipe for Vegan Not-Chicken and Dumplings over at Bohemian Vegan Kitchen. The first time I made it, I followed the recipe almost exactly and wasn’t thrilled with the flavor of the broth. … Continued
Have you ever cooked daikon nishime style? This is a great dish for cooler weather, especially right now as we head into fall. Nishime is a style of slow cooking with minimal water or liquid in the covered pot. As … Continued