Protect Your Kidneys with Plants

Most of us are born with two kidneys, the bean-shaped organs that filter and process waste products in our bodies. New research suggests that eating a healthy plant-based diet may reduce the risk of kidney disease, but high-sugar, vegetarian junk food may raise that...

Wild Rice and Mixed Roasted Vegetables

Wild Rice and Mixed Roasted Vegetables This is a recipe that can replace stuffing at your table and is based on one I prepared for my 5th grade local Native American history project. Over the years, I have added more vegetables (fill free to make your own changes),...

Winter Beet Salad

Winter Beet Salad 3 small red beets (roasted and cut into quarters)1 head fennel (sliced thin)1/4 red onion (peeled and sliced thin)vegetable oil cooking spray (or olive oil cooking spray)4 Cups assorted fresh lettuces (red romaine and frise work well)1 golden beet...

Portabella Mushroom Burger

Portabella Mushroom Burger This recipe is a homage to my favorite restaurant, Greens, in San Francisco. They offer a vegetarian menu that is so delightful you do not have to be vegetarian to enjoy it. This burger is made with portabella mushrooms and roasted veggies....

Are frozen vegetables “ready-to-eat”?

Except perhaps a quick glance at the recommended microwave cooking times, I’m betting that most people don’t look at the fine print on a bag of frozen vegetables. I’ve recently noticed that some packages now contain the food safety caution: “Product is not ready to...

Carrots: Sweet and Colorful

Carrots are so versatile in a kitchen! Did you know… Carrots originated in Afghanistan, but are cultivated all over the world. There are both domestic and wild carrots and over 15 different varieties of this root vegetable. Carrots can freeze themselves in the...