Beets: Nutrition Powerhouses

When my son was 6 years old he came home from school and proudly told me “Beets are nature’s candy!” His class had learned about different vegetables and beets were his favorite because they taste sweeter than many other vegetables when roasted. Beets have made a...

Double Roasted Beets

Double Roasted Beets This recipe uses gold and red beets. What a color combination! Roasted beets taste so wonderful and there is very little work involved. Plus they are versatile! You can serve them hot or cold. 2 red beets (rinsed)2 golden beets (rinsed)Olive oil...

Roasted Beet Salad

Roasted Beet Salad This recipe uses the greens, beets, and stems of the beet plant along with vinegar, olive oil, and feta cheese for wonderful flavor. The colors are terrific! 3 each beets and greens1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin1 tablespoon feta cheese1...

The 12 Types of Lettuce

If you routinely choose just one or two different types of lettuce, break out of the rut and experiment with something different for more flavor, texture differences, and a range of nutrition benefits!             Arugula: It’s not really...

Rainbow Roasted Salad

  Rainbow Roasted Salad This makes a great fall or winter salad, but get out the grill and you’ll see that it works any time of the year. It would be excellent for entertaining. Best of all, the presentation is really amazing while the work required to make...