Dried Cranberry Salad

Dried Cranberry Salad

Serves 8  1 c – port-soaked dried cranberries 1/4 c – apple cider vinegar 1 T – dijon mustard 1 t – sea salt 1/2 t – freshly ground black pepper 1 c – extra virgin olive oil  1 qt – mixed salad greens 1/2 c – gorgonzola...
Healthy Food Swaps

Healthy Food Swaps

I’m thinking everyone knows I’m (once again) on a quest to ‘lighten up’ and start treating my body with a bit more respect. While I do feel emotional eating is the biggest part of why many (most) struggle with weight, particularly the very overweight & obese, I...
Indian Summer Grilled Fruit

Indian Summer Grilled Fruit

Serves 8 4 ea ripe plums, peaches &/or nectarines 8 slices watermelon, 1″ thick Olive oil Sea salt (optional) Local honey, goat cheese or fresh peach ice cream 1. Brush fruit with olive oil 2. Place on preheated grill, medium high heat 3. Cook 3 minutes each...
The Best Seasonal Recipes for August

The Best Seasonal Recipes for August

Marcus Samuelsson lends his name to a wonderful food blog.  I encourage you to check it out:   Marcus Samuelsson food blog. The most recent post is titled “The Best Seasonal Recipes for August” by Christopher Stewart, Aug 8, 2013.  (check out that salad...
Healthy Junk Food: Could the Cause be the Cure?

Healthy Junk Food: Could the Cause be the Cure?

The article below was written by Ashley Beck, for posting on Marcus Samuelsson’s blog (http://www.marcussamuelsson.com/blog.) When I began reading the blog, I thought it was written by Marcus.  I’m a little disappointed that it isn’t, but do understand he’s incredibly...