Clam Chowder

Clam Chowder

I love clam chowder and crave it come the first autumn wind. I used to live on the same block as the Gulf Coast Grill in San Diego where they served their chowder with bacon and a spicy kick. 

Turmeric Tea

Turmeric Tea

Turmeric tea or Golden Milk is the best remedy for inflammation. It tastes great and cooks up in a matter of minutes. Try this as a warm drink to start your day or end your meal with a sweet healthy treat.

Healthier Chocolate Shake

Healthier Chocolate Shake

This smoothie is perfect for the end of the week when you really need a treat. I love how yummy this combination is and my kids come running when they hear the smoothie start! 

Steamed Vegetables

Steamed Vegetables

Steamed Vegetables are a great solution for those short on time! This easy cooking method is delicious and nutritious. Learn the ins and outs of how to steam vegetables and why they are so good for you!

Vanilla Cream Soda

Vanilla Cream Soda

Grab a few simple ingredients you may already have on hand and enjoy what my son calls “melted vanilla ice cream. This is a delicious way to meet that sweet soda craving with healthIERingredients.

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

This will be your absolute favorite when dessert when you have an abundance of ripe fruit. Add a buttery, nutty, oatmeal topping with your favorite spices and bake it until the smell is intoxicating.

Homemade Granola

Homemade Granola

I love granola in the morning, but eating the store-bought, sugar-laden carbs puts me into a sugar high that ends in a 4 o'clock coma. we can make granola from scratch, and have a delicious treat the whole week.

Christmas Curry

Christmas Curry

Two reasons why I call this dish Christmas Curry, the first is because it's red and green, warm and comforting, and full of holiday cheer. The second is because for years, I had vegetarians attend our Christmas dinner wanted something to serve.

Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving Recipes

I can't help it, I'm a foodie, I love family, I love expressing gratitude, and I love cooking in the fall. The fall table is such a great excuse to get creative and pull out seasonal dishes that represent your local food or your traditional treasures.

Roasted Carrots and Aioli

Roasted Carrots and Aioli

This recipe screams autumn with its gorgeous fall colors. It is so simple I'm almost embarrassed to include it, but simple is what we need if we are going to replace the baby carrots with Ranch dressing.