The weather has definitely been colder for the past few weeks here in Seattle. We’ve even had some snow and it’s hanging around for a while because our temperatures are hovering at freezing even during the day. If you haven’t … Continued
Baked grain dishes can be a very satisfying way to add deep warmth and variety to meals. They are especially nourishing in a cold, damp climate like the Pacific Northwest. This technique, learned from Sharon Gray at Belly & Soul, … Continued
Welcome to The Virtual Vegan Potluck. It’s kind of fun to be in the middle of the potluck this time around. Last November I was near the end with my Hazelnut Stuffed Pears. Before we go any further, I want to … Continued
Yay! Day 10. How did it go? I have heard from some of you. I know a few of you were able to sneak vegetables in most days except that one day where the morning just didn’t go as planned. … Continued
I own a cookbook called The Good Morning Macrobiotic Breakfast Book. I think I have only used it once. I keep it around because I think it’s sweet, it’s out of print and one of the authors is a macrobiotic … Continued
Vegetables with Breakfast for 10 days in a row. We’re halfway. How are you doing? Are you on the way to creating some new habits? I thought I would be using this challenge to eat greens every morning with breakfast. … Continued
I am going to share something really sweet. My sister, mom of six(!), is jumping in to do the challenge with us. I didn’t even ask her to. Here are her words Sunday night when we talked: “I just figure … Continued
Black soybeans have a lovely color and firm texture that shines in bean salads and are a wonderful addition to pressure cooked brown rice and beans, especially if you add a little sweet brown rice and chestnuts. Most of the … Continued
If you are a lover of greens, you are in for a treat. Daikon greens are one of my favorites. They are tender, kind of like turnip greens, and have a mild flavor. Daikon greens can be a little hard … Continued
Kuzu has an amazing ability to create a magical, silky and healing sauce. I love the way the flavors cling to the vegetables and how this sauce adds an easy elegance. The small amount of arame adds some flavor and … Continued