Hydrating Cucumber Mint Mocktail: Your Perfect Drink for Dry January If you’re like me, January is all about refreshing starts and feeling your best. What better way to hydrate and glow than with this Cucumber Mint Mocktail? It’s light, fizzy, and packed with natural flavors that make it feel like a total treat. Think fresh…
Homemade Apple Cider Vinaigrette: Your New Favorite Dressing Hey friends! Let’s talk about taking your salads, roasted veggies, and grain bowls to the next level with this Homemade Apple Cider Vinaigrette. It’s tangy, slightly sweet, and has just the right amount of kick from a pinch of cayenne. Made with pantry staples like olive oil,…
Detox Quinoa Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette: A Healthy and Delicious Reset! It’s officially January, which means we’re all about resetting, recharging, and filling up on vibrant, feel-good meals. Enter this Detox Quinoa Salad with a zesty Maple Syrup Apple Cider Vinaigrette. It’s light yet super satisfying, bursting with bold flavors and crunchy textures. Think…
Cozy Up with a Hearty Vegetarian Chili Hey friends! It’s officially that time of year when all I want to do is cozy up in an oversized sweater with a big bowl of something warm, hearty, and comforting. Enter this Trader Joe’s Vegetarian Chili – the ultimate winter comfort food! It’s packed with fiber-rich beans,…
Spaghetti Squash with Pomegranate and Toasted Almonds: A Festive Twist on a Cozy Classic Spaghetti squash is having a moment, and for good reason. It’s light, versatile, and makes the perfect base for so many delicious flavors. This Spaghetti Squash with Pomegranate and Toasted Almonds is a simple, beautiful dish that feels like it belongs…
Gluten-Free Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes: Your New Holiday Fave Let’s talk about the perfect holiday treat: rich, fudgy cupcakes infused with dark cocoa and a hint of peppermint. These Gluten-Free Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes are here to steal the show this season. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, baking for friends and family, or just treating yourself,…
Christmas Morning Baked Oatmeal: Cozy, Festive, and Vegan Let’s set the scene: It’s Christmas morning, the tree is glowing, the house smells like cinnamon and nutmeg, and you’re about to dig into the coziest, most delicious breakfast—Christmas Baked Oatmeal. It’s warm, hearty, full of festive flavors, and totally vegan. Honestly, this is one of those…
Cozy Coconut Curry Lentil Soup: Cancer-Fighting Powerhouse for Women Over 50 When the weather starts to cool down, nothing beats a big, warm bowl of soup. And this Coconut Curry Lentil Soup? Oh, it’s packed with all the flavors we love—creamy coconut, fragrant spices, and hearty lentils. But here’s the best part: this soup isn’t…
Cherry Mocktail: Your New Favorite Festive Sip There’s something so effortlessly chic about a mocktail. It’s refreshing, versatile, and perfect for just about any occasion. This Cherry Mocktail is inspired by a drink I once had at Chef Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen, and let me tell you—it’s a total game-changer. Tart, sweet, bubbly, and…
Spaghetti Squash with Fresh Basil Pesto – A Flavorful, Light Pasta Alternative Hey friends! Let’s talk about spaghetti squash—one of my favorite veggie swaps for pasta! Not only is it a fun, noodle-y way to enjoy a comforting meal, but it’s also packed with nutrients that make it a light yet satisfying dish. This recipe…
Vegan Caramel Truffles with Tracey Bregman – Holiday Sweetness, Guilt-Free! Hey friends! I am so excited to share this holiday-inspired recipe for Vegan Caramel Truffles, created alongside Emmy Award winning Tracey Bregman. These rich, creamy bites are made with wholesome ingredients like medjool dates, dark chocolate, and a silky homemade vegan caramel sauce that’s completely…
Roasted Spaghetti Squash – Cozy, Healthy Comfort Food for Fall Hey friends! Fall is here, and I’m so ready for all the cozy, comforting flavors of the season. One of my absolute favorite go-to veggies this time of year is spaghetti squash. If you haven’t tried it yet, spaghetti squash is basically magic in vegetable…
The Ultimate Butterscotch Latte (AKA Dirty Latte): A Cozy Twist with a Surprising Ingredient Hey there! If you’ve ever been to Quail and Condor in Healdsburg, you know that they love to get creative with their flavors. This Butterscotch Latte, which I call the “Dirty Latte,” is inspired by their innovation. The twist? It’s made…
Vegan Butterscotch Syrup: A Sweet, Surprising Find! I recently returned from a trip to Healdsburg, California, where I stopped by a local favorite—Quail and Condor bakery. They introduced me to something so unexpected, I had to share it with you all: Castelvetrano olive brine transformed into a rich, sweet, and buttery butterscotch-flavored simple syrup! Yes,…
Caramel Apple Smoothie with Collagen & Protein: The Perfect Fall Pick-Me-Up! Hey, friends! Fall is officially here, and I’ve got just the thing to welcome the cozy season: a Caramel Apple Smoothie that’s as indulgent as it is nourishing. Packed with a sneaky dose of collagen and protein, this smoothie tastes like dessert but is…
Easy Vegan Caramel Sauce – Sweet, Healthy, and So Simple! Hey, friends! If you’ve been looking for a rich, decadent caramel sauce that’s not only vegan but also packed with some sneaky health benefits, you’re in the right place! Today, I’m excited to share this easy Vegan Caramel Sauce that’s creamy, indulgent, and made with…
Orzo Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: The Mediterranean Vibes We Need in October! It might be October, but who’s ready to bring a little sunshine back to our plates? I know I am! This Orzo Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is light, fresh, and filled with bright, zesty flavors that’ll make you feel like you’re sitting by…
The Ultimate Low Sugar Pumpkin Spice Latte with a Superfood Boost Hey guys! It’s officially that time of year when pumpkin spice lattes are the star of the show, and let me tell you, this year I’m all about creating a healthier, low sugar version that’s just as indulgent as the original. But here’s the…
Low Sugar Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup: Your New Fall Essential! This recipe not only gives you all those fall vibes, but it also comes with a few health benefits—especially if you’re looking out for your well-being, like so many of us over 50. Pumpkin is rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene, which is great for supporting…
This dish has always been a go-to for me since my mid-twenties, especially when I need a little comfort in my life. It’s warm, hearty, and nourishing—basically, it’s like a hug in a bowl. But beyond being totally delicious, it’s packed with nutrients that do so much more than just fill you up. Let…