This January it is time to eat healthy, hardy, and delicious. Weight loss is on everyone's mind. Over indulgence in rich Prime rib, and other opulent dishes, rich desserts, caviar, smoked salmon, wonderful salty bits, cream, butter......oh chocolate.....is over. … [Read more...] about White Bean and Kale Soup
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Mango Salsa
Right now red colored mangoes are in season. This week they were featured at many of my favorite markets. Ripe mangoes have just enough firmness to bite, a velvety mouth feel, … [Read more...] about Mango Salsa
Quinoa With Arugula
Going back to the January theme of becoming fit and healthy, the subject of brown rice and quinoa dishes comes to mind. I made these two dishes last week when my 43 year old marathon running niece was visiting. We were thinking of healthy side dishes, but both of these would … [Read more...] about Quinoa With Arugula
Couscous with Root Vegetables
My first introduction to couscous was at summer camp as a child, on a small island in the waters off Puget Sound near Seattle. This was not some slick, organized, professionally run summer camp. This was Sephardic Bikur Cholim congregation summer camp, put together by some … [Read more...] about Couscous with Root Vegetables
Brown Rice with Grilled Vegetables
Since we are all trying to eat healthier, brown rice has become a staple in my kitchen. Serving a lot of brown rice presents a dilemma. How do I keep it fresh and interesting? Sometimes it is good just plain … [Read more...] about Brown Rice with Grilled Vegetables
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