Spice 101: Flavors that just love each other
Nothing says “I love you” quite like a home-cooked meal. And nothing elevates a home-cooked meal quite like the addition of a few carefully chosen spices. We know the world of spices can be a […]
Pickling broccoli stems is a great way to eliminate food waste
While broccoli florets tend to get all the attention, have you ever wondered why we rarely use almost half of the broccoli head? Not only are broccoli stems nutrition-packed, they’re also delicious when prepared properly. […]
Powerful ways you can prevent food waste this Earth Day (and every day!)
We won’t sugar coat it. The reality is that food waste has serious consequences for our planet. Right now in the US, over 18% of our cropland, 19% of our fertilizer, and 20% of our […]
How I got my cookbook published (and how you can, too)
On April 23, I will celebrate the publication of my first cookbook. If you had asked me five years ago, I never would have believed getting a publishing deal with HarperCollins could have been possible. […]
Carrot cake cookies? Yes, please!
Looking for a fun, new way to use up the carrots in your fridge? These cookies have all the flavors of carrot cake plus cream cheese frosting on top! Ingredients Cookies 1 1/4 c all-purpose […]
There’s now a croissant-waffle hybrid and it looks absolutely delicious
Two of your favorite breakfast items have merged to form the ultimate indulgence. Imagine a buttery, flaky croissant coming together with a warm, fluffy waffle and you’ve got the “Croiffle.” Never heard of a Croiffle […]
This asparagus panzanella salad is perfect for spring
Looking for an easy, yet celebratory salad to make this week? Our friend Lauren Grant of Zestful Kitchen has you covered. With fresh greens, toasted whole grain bread, and crunchy fennel, this Asparagus Panzanella Salad screams […]
7 things that should never go down your garbage disposal
Your garbage disposal is your dishwashing assistant. It works hard for you, with its blades shredding up your food waste into itty-bitty pieces that won’t clog your pipes. While the appliance can handle a lot, […]
21 excuses people give for not eating their fruits and veggies
My journey into veganism began in 1987. That’s when I gave up red meat. In 1988 I gave up chicken, and on January 1, 1989 I gave up seafood and dairy. Lo and behold, since […]
How to save money dining out this spring
I, like many others, love to eat out. Not only do I get the night off from cooking, I enjoy getting a bit dressed up and trying a new culinary experience. But, eating out can […]