I try to have veggie or bean burgers on hand whenever I can. And this is a new delicious variation that we’ve been enjoying all summer long. I just love that these make a dozen burgers at one time – … Read more
Simple Salad Greens with Creamy Michigan Cherry Balsamic Dressing
Salads are the ideal way to enjoy our daily dose of raw food, right? And with the weather so much warmer, salads are extra tempting!
So I’ve been playing with salad dressing variations over the last few weeks, and adding … Read more
Double-Stuffed Sweet (and Russet) Potatoes
Double-Stuffed Sweet (and Russet) Potatoes! Are you ready? They’re deliciously simple, and so good!
They start with frozen vegetables. And although you can (and I have) made these with only sweet potatoes or only russet potatoes, I can say that … Read more
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Bowl
Sometimes a combination you’ve never tried before is delicious beyond expectations.
I really shouldn’t be surprised that this Mashed Potatoes Bowl was one of those combos, since this cheese sauce makes just about everything better. Plus what’s cozier than mashed … Read more
Pineapple Fried Rice Bowl with Peanut Sauce
This Pineapple Fried Rice Bowl with Peanut Sauce is a delicious fusion of flavors, and perfect for a cozy night in. (Great for family movie night too.) I add lots of veggies, including broccoli, cauliflower, and red cabbage or chopped … Read more
Creamy Vegetable Quinoa Soup
This soup is a soothing bowl of goodness, ready to stand up to the coldest winter day. It’s full of comforting potatoes, protein-rich quinoa, colorful veggies and a powerful punch of nutritious baby greens.
We absolutely love it with slices … Read more
Chili Mac and Cheese
Every year for Christmas, I make pasta. When I first learned this was a custom in Italy, it must have really resonated with me. Looking back, we never had pasta on Christmas when I was growing up, so I guess … Read more
Feel-Better-Fast Veggie Lentil Soup
When my next door neighbor told me that her husband had COVID last week, I made a pot of this soup to take over for them. She reported a day or two later that her husband seemed to suddenly begin … Read more
Creamy Roasted Asparagus Soup (with Potatoes, White Beans, and Spinach)
This soup is wonderful for a casual Sunday dinner – or to batch cook for the week ahead. Rich and thick with beans and potatoes, it’s delicious and satisfying without being a bit heavy. Lovely all on its own, and … Read more
Tempeh Bean Burgers
I created burgers the other night using both tempeh and kidney beans, and they were a hit with the whole family!
Not sure why I never tried this before. These were delicious! And they held their shape especially well. Sometimes … Read more