Boston Baked beans

A dish that can be used for summer or winter gatherings. You adjust to your own taste…

Mexicali Bean & Barley Soup

A spicy bean soup using Trader Joe's 17 Bean & Barley Mix. The beans and vegetables hold their shapes and create a colorful, healthy, meal. It also…

Whole Wheat Buttermilk Bran Muffins

This is a recipe I adapted from one on Epicurious.com. I converted it from part all purpose/part whole wheat flour to entirely whole wheat flour and…

Cauliflower & White Bean Sauté

This is the perfect bed for any grilled fish. Of course, my number one is salmon because it is not over powered by the earthy flavor of the…

Granola

A nutty, fruity homemade breakfast food. This remarkably simple recipe is a much more satisfying alternative to store-bought cereal or granola. Packed…

Brussels Sprouts With Pancetta and Toasted Bread Crumbs

Fresh brussels sprounts, braised just to the point of tenderness is always on our Thanksgiving table. It's as important as cranberry sauce and my…

Smoky White Bean and Ham Soup

Classic Carrot & Raisin Salad Tossed with Honey & Sesame Dressing

Know what you eat: Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, and the richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes. Carrots'…

Spinach Strawberry & Peach Salad

Know what you eat: Spinach is an awesome source of vitamin C & iron as well as a powerful antioxidant and considered a “Super Food”. Peaches are a…

Mom's Zucchini Bread

healthy, moist and easy to…