Sweet Potato Almond Soup

Last night, I created a deliciously simple sweet potato and almond soup that warmed me up after my chilly walk home.  Let’s just say that it hit the spot and paired perfectly with a side of grilled vegetables and tofu smothered with organic tomato sauce and sprinkled with nutritional yeast…delicious is an understatement.
Dig [...]

Sweet Pea n’ Asparagus Guacamole

Last night, I got to thinking…its been quite some time since I’ve whipped up a guacamole, so I picked up an avocado at my corner farmer’s market and decided to get creative…how creative? Well, while at the farmer’s market I stumbled upon a fresh batch of sweet snow peas and a beautiful bundle of asparagus…I [...]

Superbowl Casserole

Ready for the big game on Sunday?
Here’s a quick and easy recipe that will have your Superbowl fans begging for more.
Ingredients

1 cup gluten-free vegetable broth
1 Roma tomato, sliced
1 cup organic tomato sauce
1 large sweet onion, finely diced
2 scallions, finely chopped
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. agave nectar
1 cup SoyaKaas Gluten-Free, [...]

Homeade n’ Hearty Gluten-Free Pizza

Last night I created a homemade gluten-free, dairy-free veggie pizza that had my taste buds dancin’ for more…it was fabulous (to say the least).  Here are the easy and delicious recipes for my pizza crust, sauce and topping.

Gluten-Free Pizza Crust
Ingredients

1/4 cup rice milk
2 large eggs or egg substitute
1/3 cup cornstarch
2/3 cup rice flour
1 tsp. salt
1/4 [...]

Fillet of Sole with Spicy Cilantro Salsa

Last evening, I created a delicious dinner for myself…I spent my afternoon in the long lines of Whole Foods Market at Columbus Circle…after waiting online and fighting the New Year’s Eve crowds (at 3 PM), I was a happy camper with my fresh piece of sole, parsley, cilantro, onions, tomatoes and kale.
I created a [...]

John Boos, O How I Love Thee…

Honestly, I’ve fallen in love with a cutting board…
The John Boos Cutting Board, that is…and O, how fine it is!

Now, this isn’t just any ol’ cutting board, aside from the fact that it’s incredibly well crafted and aesthetically pleasing to the eye, this John Boos cutting board can handle anything you desire.  The best part? [...]

Spicy Yogurt Chicken

Continuing on with my Stonyfield yogurt recipes, last night I created a delectable yogurt chicken dish that incorporates a vast array of spices and herbs such as cloves and coriander. This is a wonderful dish to warm you up on a chilly December evening.
Ingredients

2 small onions
4 [...]

Cauliflower Soup with Gluten Free Croutons and Golden Raisins

Last night, instead of heating up my Turkey Day leftovers…I decided to whip up a tasty cauliflower soup with crunchy gluten-free croutons.  The vegetable stand on my corner had the most beautiful heads of cauliflower this morning on my way to work and I simply couldn’t resist…

Ingredients

3 Tbsp.olive oil
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, sliced
2 heads [...]

Scrumptious Sage Stuffing

You simply cannot go wrong with a gluten-free bread stuffing, especially when its enlivened with fresh sage, white balsamic vinegar and dried cherries. Chunks of bread, golden and crisp on top, soak up turkey stock and buttery juices from the sautéed onions and celery.

Ingredients

1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 celery stalks, coarsely chopped
1 ripened avocado, mashed
1 Tbsp. [...]

Spicy Bean Cacao Chili

Now, this is what I call ‘Delicioso’.. talk about a sweet n’ savory winter meal. This hearty chili packs in powerful antioxidants from the raw honey and cacao nibs and a dose of protein from the  beans and pumpkin seeds.  Try this tasty chili tonight for a cozy way to warm up your weekend.

Ingredients

3 Dried [...]