Since tonight’s family dinner was a trip to the islands, featuring Jamaican Meat Patties and Salt-fish. (…all VEGAN versions of course!), I thought it would be cool to tell you a bit about Hearts of Palm, which is a mouth-wateringly delicious and plant-based stand-in for the traditional fish in this dish. I’ll also be…
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Jackfruit: Your New Best Friend!
Though whole, raw jackfruit may look a little scary, according to at least one article, jackfruit has many health benefits that you’re sure as heck not going to find in it’s animal-based counterparts! If you’re not familiar with jackfruit, it’s a rather odd-looking fruit (check out the picture above) that belongs to the mulberry family. I’ve…
Southwestern Stuffed Sweet Potato
In these uncertain financial times, sometimes it can be a real struggle to put food on your family’s table. How do you balance providing your family with delicious, nutritious meals with staying on budget? If you’re like me, sometimes you have to get a little creative. Using readily available and seasonal ingredients, this recipe for…
Tools and Tips for Your Kitchen Garden
Disclaimer: I was compensated for this post and this post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. But, all opinions offered are my true and honest opinions of the products reviewed. I love having a kitchen garden. There is something so peaceful, renewing and refreshing about growing your own herbs and…
Freekeh Tabouleh
“Mea Culpa” or, as we say in the South, “I’m sorry y’all!” I’ve been missing in action for a while and haven’t posted a recipe in a few weeks. We helped our son pack and move out-of-state and generally, life sometimes just gets in the way. Not that I wasn’t thinking of you guys. I…
Cinnamon Roasted Plantains
I’m sure that it comes as no big surprise to you that I have a bit of a sweet tooth. Actually, I have a HUGE sweet tooth. And, these Cinnamon Roasted Plantains are just the thing to tame my craving for a little something sweet without totally losing my healthy eating cool points.