Apple n' Parsnip Crunchy Fries

Continuing on with my fall-themed recipes, I thought I would create a side dish that incorporated autumn root veggies such as parsnips and carrots along with a delicious fall fruit-the apple!  I was introduced to parsnips a few years ago when my family served them for Thanksgiving dinner.  Yum-what a unique, sweet taste.  Since the … 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

Tasty Tortillas

These babies are tasty enough to knock your little socks off, I just couldn’t get enough of them last night and after one bite, I was in tortilla heaven. I love experimenting in my tiny Manhattan kitchen with odds n’ ends that I have in my pantry. It keeps my meals exciting and my taste … Continued

Carrot Pumpkin Soup

This soup is a perfect side dish to cool you off on a warm summer day.  I love carrots and pumpkin, therefore the tasty combo of these two delicious fibrous veggies makes a delicious soup. Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds and the richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes and pumpkin … Continued

Eating a Rainbow of Colors

By now, we’ve all heard, “Eat your Veggies”, well there’s a whole rainbow out there of amazing produce known as Superfoods.  Incorporating these babies into your daily diet can fight cancer, improve your memory, and keep those nasty colds away.  So, what are these superfoods that everyone is talking about? Superfoods are fruits and veggies that are full … Continued