If you grew up during my time you will be able to totally relate to these two things: orange creamsicle popsicles from the ice cream truck and cottage cheese as your mother’s favorite diet food. There was something about an orange pop surrounding vanilla ice cream that was so refreshing and …
Spring unlocks something in me – dreams of salads, fresh herbs, cold smoothies. I want to shed slow cooked meals and root vegetables in exchange for spinach, kale and fresh berries. Early spring brings about one of my favorite fruits, strawberries. When you catch them at their peak, they are divine. Last …
I adore summer squash ratatouille, with all the fresh vegetables, herbs, and warmth. It might be from my French roots, of which I claim a good percent. My grandmother was born and raised and France, and, can you believe it? I have never been there. On my next trip, I …
I’m not a huge fan of sneaking vegetables. I think kids (and adults!) should learn to love vegetables all on their own. Yet, if you were raised in a house where vegetables were truly boring, I understand. Here is a creative way to add in corn and yellow squash, all …
Yellow Squash and Goat Cheese Gratin! Got a bumper crop of summer squash as I do? If yes, you are probably looking for creative ways to use up this healthy vegetable. After making breads and adding them to soups, yellow squash works wonderfully in this lightened-up gratin. It is a …