Swordfish Kabobs

This past weekend, I decided to heat up the grill and make fresh fish kabobs before the weather starts to  cool.  For some reason, kabobs remind me of the summertime and BBQ’s on my parents back deck after a long day at the beach. Well, this past weekend sure came close to the same flavors … Continued

Zucchini n’ Avocado Hummus

Last night I created a masterpiece.  I took a look in my pantry and fridge to see what ingredients I had to play with… a perfect combination of a ripe avocado, fresh zucchini from my corner vegetable stand, a small bag of carrots and an onion.  I glanced over at my food processor and suddenly … Continued

Zucchini n' Avocado Hummus

Last night I created a masterpiece.  I took a look in my pantry and fridge to see what ingredients I had to play with… a perfect combination of a ripe avocado, fresh zucchini from my corner vegetable stand, a small bag of carrots and an onion.  I glanced over at my food processor and suddenly … Continued

Frozen Zucchini Bites

Yes, you read correctly…FROZEN Zucchini Bites…and it’s the most satisfying, cool treat that’s as close to  ice pops as veggies can get! This recipe was actually created by accident when I stored 4 zucchini in my refrigerator drawer…needless to say the fridge temp was a bit too high and the zucchini were crystallized and semi-frozen … Continued

Collard Wraps

Today for lunch, I packed my special Collard Wraps…they were the perfect way to kick off the 1st day of September.  Fresh, local veggies stuffed inside collards with a delicious and tangy dipping sauce…yum…is your mouth watering yet? Ingredients Collard Wraps: 6 Large Collard Green Leaves 2 Tbsp. Hummus (Any Flavor of Choice) 1 tsp. … Continued

A New Spin on Sweet Potatoes

Don’t wait until Thanksgiving to enjoy the delicious flavor and velvety texture of this root veggie.  Branch out from the traditional mashed potato side dish and enjoy this recipe atop a salad in lieu of dressing, as a dip for chips and pitas or as an accompaniment for sliced cold meats. I am always searching … Continued

Chilled Poppy Seed Pasta

With the sun shining and the heat blazing (it’s well over 90 degrees here in Manhattan today), it’s nice to have some make ahead dishes that can be served chilled on a hot summer evening.  I love how easy it is to prepare; all you need to do is simply cook your favorite pasta, chop … Continued

Iced Ginger n' Dandelion Root Tea

This tea is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day…Today is a hot one here in Manhattan.  This morning I made a pitcher of Iced Ginger n’ Dandelion Root Tea—such a refreshing way to start off a hot August morning! I also made a tasty tray of Iced Ginger n’ Dandelion … Continued

Homemade Baked Beans

There’s nothing like a side of baked beans at your summer BBQ; here’s an easy recipe that you can quickly whip up the next time you light up the outdoor grill!  I love the taste of baked beans, however, I try to make my own from scratch when I have the time.  I  steer clear … Continued

Sweet Potato Muffins

These muffins surely are scrumptious!  I’m sure many of you pair sweet potatoes with Thanksgiving, however, my tasty ‘Sweet Potato Muffins’ are the perfect snack all year round.  Sweet potatoes can be found in your local markets year-round, however, they are in season in November and December.  They are an excellent source of vitamin C … Continued