This is a pear-fect holiday dish. The fragrance of vanilla, ginger, and cinnamon wafting through your kitchen will get you into the holiday mood. This is a lovely accompaniment to turkey, beef, or lamb. Try this dish instead of marshmallow or candied yams--you'll still get the sweetness you crave without all the crap sugar. Your … Continue reading Pear-fect Kale
I love eating root vegetables, especially in the cool and cold weather months. There is something so comforting about eating these vegetables roasted to perfection; they are dense, soft, sweet, warming and create a sense of well-being. I use as many different colored vegetables as I can and add fun spices to please both my … Continue reading Roasted Root Vegetable Medley
This is a warm, comforting fall/winter dish that won't pack on the pounds. Kale, the heart of this recipe, packs a powerful nutritional punch. The addition of apple adds sweetness, and the fennel provides interest and another layer of yumminess. Serve as a side dish, or make it a main meal by adding protein--chicken sausage … Continue reading Apple Fennel Kale
Kale is one of my favorite leafy veggies. This powerhouse green is nutritious and delicious. What's not to love? Here's a short video showing a simple way to prepare and cook kale. Enjoy! Feel free to use another high-quality fat like grass-fed butter or coconut oil instead of olive oil. To make this dish vegetarian, … Continue reading Simple Kale Recipe [Video]
Heaven. That's what this dish is. It doesn't taste like pasta, it isn't spaghetti squash, but it reminds me of a pasta dish nonetheless. This recipe is a new favorite of mine. It's simple, but totally satisfying, and the big bonus is that it's a low-carb, low-calorie, highly nutrition meal. It's an especially good choice … Continue reading Squash “Pasta”
Kristin Rath 