Bringing the Farm to You

The best food to eat is straight from the source, whether it be ground, animal, stream/ocean, or tree.  Don't grow your own grub?  Don't live on a farm?  No problem!  No matter where you live, chances are there's freshly picked food near you.  I dug up some resources to share so you can experience food … Continue reading Bringing the Farm to You

Five Tasty Toppings to Love that Love You Back

You know eating nutritious food is one of the most important parts of a healthy lifestyle.  But did you know you can boost the nutrition of any dish simply by adding herbs and spices?  Here are five tasty ways to maximize any meal: Chives:  These green tips are rich in Vitamins A, C, and K … Continue reading Five Tasty Toppings to Love that Love You Back

Achieving Health and Wellness Resolutions, Step 1: Choose Better Food

Food is the foundation of health, and can either support wellness or take away from it.  Choosing better food is the first step in achieving your health and wellness resolutions.  Why?  Because eating quality food affects how your body and mind operates, and in the long run, your health becomes an accumulation of your food … Continue reading Achieving Health and Wellness Resolutions, Step 1: Choose Better Food

Fresh Spiced Cranberry Sauce

When I was a kid, I thought all cranberry sauce came out of a can in one big can-shaped jelly mold.  I thought it tasted OK, but something about it was weird and unnatural.  Then many years later I discovered that cranberry sauce could look like, well, sauce.  And it tasted so...delicious.  After that day, … Continue reading Fresh Spiced Cranberry Sauce

Butternut Squash Mash

If you've ever tried to peel and cut up hard winter squash, you'll appreciate how little effort this recipe requires.  There are so many variations and adjustments you can make to suit your needs.  I listed some ideas below to get you started.  I tried the recipe as both sweet and savory versions, which were … Continue reading Butternut Squash Mash