Looking for something simple and tasty to make the weekend after Thanksgiving? This Quattro Pomodoro Sauce fits the bill. It's easy to make, delicious, and will fill the house with a wonderful tomato aroma. Best of all, it has a different flavor profile than Thanksgiving food, and you're bound to be ready for a change after a few days of … [Read more...]
Tuscan Kale Salad
Kale has been an illusive treat on The Big Trip. Amazingly, the kale craze that has taken over the US has not made an appearance in Europe (yet!). It is impossible to find at grocery stores and only very occasionally available at markets. Because of this, I was absolutely delighted to find hefty bunches of Tuscan Kale, also called Lucinato Kale, … [Read more...]
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Maple Orange Cranberry Sauce
'Tis the season for cranberry sauce! Although we'll miss our large family Thanksgiving in the US this year, we're getting very excited about making a Thanksgiving feast while we're in Tuscany. I've been thinking about what to prepare for weeks! Some things will certainly be different (for instance a roasted chicken instead of a turkey), but … [Read more...]
Roasted Eggplant with Feta and Caramelized Onions
This is a recipe to post on the refrigerator! It is one of those magical dishes that feels fancy and delicious without requiring much effort or many ingredients. It uses four ingredients to be exact, yet feels fit for royalty. Here goes... Roasted Eggplant with Feta and Caramelized Onions Ingredients (serves 2): 2 medium sized eggplants 6 … [Read more...]
Maple Glazed Delicata Squash
If I was forced to pick one recipe that truly symbolizes fall for me, this would be it. I'm a devoted fan of the delicata squash and this simple recipe brings out the best of its flavors. It is sweet, earthy, and totally addicting! We grew lots of delicata on our farm when I was growing up. A wooden crate filled with winter squash ended up … [Read more...]
To Soy or Not to Soy?
(Photo credit The Holy Kale) The Issues: I was recently asked by a friend, "What the deal is with eating soy?" It's a complicated question. In general my philosophy about nutrition is to focus … [Read more...]
Stewed Red Cabbage with Apples and Potatoes
Cold weather calls for comfort food - warm, nourishing dishes that fill us up after days spent outdoors and inspire us to hunker down by the fire. Unfortunately there is a misconception that comfort foods equal unhealthy foods, when in fact nothing could be further from the truth. This stewed cabbage is absolutely packed with nutrients, yet still … [Read more...]
Quinoa Pasta with Butternut Squash and Mountain Sage
It all started on a hike through Montenegro with loads of mountain sage growing along the trail. At first I just picked a few leaves to sniff and play with while hiking, but soon my gathering instinct got the better of me and I had a huge bouquet by the time we reached the summit. I love the smell and taste of sage and have become even … [Read more...]
Beetroot: Five Easy & Healthy Pantry Upgrades
(Photo credit Prevention.com) There are so many approaches to clean and healthy eating. One of the best ways to make more nourishing choices is to stock your pantry with healthier food. I've found that … [Read more...]
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