Looking for a way to turn on the flavor of your water without getting one of those "flavored waters" at the store? Not only can they be expensive, some have weird ingredients and/or added sugar. Blech. This recipe for Raspberry-Lime Water with Cardamom is an all-natural way to go, one that pumps up the taste … Continue reading Raspberry-Lime Water with Cardamom
Water is essential for our bodies, great for our skin, and should be our #1 go-to beverage choice. But sometimes plain water is just a tad...well, plain. Normally, I add citrus to my water, which satisfies my tastes. This recipe goes beyond simple citrus, however, and becomes a tropical fiesta, infusing plain-Jane water with the … Continue reading Pineapple-Mint Water with Ginger
This nutrient-loaded compote is versatile enough to show up for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The apple cider vinegar and ginger lends a spicy tang while the raw honey imparts a bit of sweetness to balance it out. Five-spice powder, used in Chinese cuisine--a mixture of cinnamon, cloves, fennel, star anise, and pepper--gives off an intoxicating … Continue reading Tangy Apple-Ginger Compote
After a month of mornings craving non-traditional breakfast foods--pasta, sandwiches, stir-fried vegetables, salad--this week has been all about standard American breakfast fare. One particular craving I've had is for bagels and cream cheese. A couple of times a year, my husband and I go to a local bagel shop and share an Everything bagel with … Continue reading Maple-Kissed Walnut Spread
If popcorn could take part in high school popularity contests, this recipe would win the titles Most Likely to Succeed, Best All-Around, Most Popular, and Tastiest. Ok, that last one isn't a real category (or at least I hope it isn't!) but truly, this is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. I got my inspiration from The Kitchn, … Continue reading Vanilla and Cardamom-Scented Peanut Butter Popcorn
Kristin Rath 