Jackfruit has been popping up all over the place the last couple years. For some, it’s some elusive fruit? Vegetable? Vegetarian/vegan meat substitute? WHAT IS IT. That’s why I’m here. Let me break down what it is, where to get it, and how to prepare it. It’s a fruit, technically. It’s also super ugly. But, you can buy it… Read more →
Nope, it’s not vegan (but it is vegetarian). Nope, it’s not healthy, either. You see, sometimes comfort foods shouldn’t be messed with. Everyone is always on a mission to find “healthy” alternatives for food that we all love. But, why? The outcome is never as satisfying and typically not much healthier. I think there is something to be said… Read more →
Whew. That’s a long-ass title. But there are so many good things in these, I couldn’t decide which to showcase. So many blogs put some story here to talk about their day and why they decided to make the recipe. I don’t know, I don’t think you need that context. Here are the important things I do want to… Read more →
You guys. It turns out I really, really like quinoa. You’re probably sick of almost all my recipes including it. But, as a vegetarian, it’s a really great source of protein and it’s just so damned delicious. So, deal with it. I’ve made this for many, many people. Meat-lovers have raved that it’s just as good as their version (or better)… Read more →
Last year, I had a few trips to Santa Barbara/Montecito for work. For one lunch, we went to the Montecito Wine Bistro and I ordered this incredible roasted tomato soup. I haven’t stopped talking about it since. This weekend, I discovered a beefed up version at The Sycamore in Columbus, OH (where I live). It had basil and artichokes.… Read more →
It’s healthy. It’s filling. It’s easy. And it’s delicious. My recipes are always kinda “a little of this, a little of that”, so take that into consideration when it comes to how much veggies to use. I promise, you’re not going to pack this too full. It’s tasty no matter how many veggies you add. … Read more →
Everyone’s doing it – overnight oats or chia seed pudding. The problem (for me) with overnight oats is that it’s packed with carbs. Not that I’m a carb-hater – I’m actually a carb-loader. But I try to stay away in the morning to avoid bloating (and also allow more in my diet later in the day). And chia pudding? I… Read more →
I’m pretty awful at eating breakfast. I mostly drink as much espresso as possible and jam out on work until lunch (early lunch because I’m crazy hungry by 1130am). Sometimes, I’ll eat a handful of almonds – that’s about as serious as it gets. Now that it’s winter, I find myself craving something heartier in the morning. I’ve been… Read more →