Preparing vegan meals during a time of limited social contact and trips to the grocery store need not be a challenge. Many of us have staples in our cupboards that can be transformed into healthy and tasty meals that appeal to vegan and non-vegans alike. When you’re spending most of your time at home, either …
Book written by Kim-Julie Hansen January is the month of new beginnings. It is also the time of year that many of us search for new ways to improve our health, lose weight, change behaviors, etc. As we are bombarded by promotions for exercise programs and diets, imagine what it would be like to adopt …
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Stuffing or dressing, the age-old holiday quandary. One line of thought is stuffing is cooked inside the turkey or bird of choice while dressing is baked in a separate pan. There are also regional influences; northern natives lean toward the term “stuffing” and southern folks usually refer to it as “dressing”. As far as we’re …
So, a chicken, a duck, and a turkey walk into a bar…okay, that’s not the way it happened. But who was the first to dream of stuffing a turkey with a duck that had been stuffed with a chicken? There are competing claims, but they all are based in Louisiana. The late Chef Paul Prudhomme …
This colorful, healthy dish is as easy to make as it is flavorful. Shop your local Farmer’s Market to find fresh organic carrots with their tops still on. Your taste buds and guests will thank you! 2 bunches of organic carrots with tops (10-12 carrots total) 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard 3 tablespoons organic honey …
This popular dish has as many loyal fans as it does recipe variations. Depending upon your guest list, you may need to prepare a “traditional” version using canned green beans and mushroom soup. At My Cooking Magazine, we love this recipe featuring fresh organic green beans and a homemade, dairy-free mushroom sauce. It’s so delicious …
Preparing holiday meals consumes lots of energy and kitchen space. Double ovens are filled, stovetops are maxed, and even countertops are crowded. The advent of the Instant Pot has created another vehicle that occupies very little space and offers the bonus of being able to sauté and cook all in one pot! This soup is …
Fans of Downton Abbey pay heed…the 2019 expanded edition of The Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook is now available, just in time for the upcoming release of the movie (September 20, 2019). As you may already know, the wildly popular television series Downton Abbey chronicled the life of the wealthy Crawley family, owners of a large …
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Cinnamon Apples and Vanilla Sauce This low carb dessert is sinfully delicious. Choose firm, tart apples and use the highest quality ingredients you can find. Vanilla Sauce: 2 ½ cups heavy whipping cream ½ teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons butter 1 egg yolk Place vanilla, butter and 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream in a …
3 large or 5 medium Red Garnet sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks ½ cup coconut cream 1/3 cup vegan butter (Miyokos brand is delicious!) 1/3 cup organic coconut sugar 1/4 to 1/3 cup unsweetened plain almond milk 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon ½ teaspoon nutmeg Pinch of salt Boil sweet potatoes until …