Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Toasted Macadamia Nuts Author: Denise Costello Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: American Prep time: 40 mins Total time: 40 mins Save Print A basic kale salad that will win over even the most skeptical hearty-green newbie’s. Great to serve at a potluck because it can sit without getting soggy. It actually gets better after a night in the fridge! So make a double batch to have on hand. Ingredients ½ cup ...
Maple-Glazed Salmon with Pineapple Recipe
Maple-Glazed Salmon with Pineapple Author: Denise Costello Recipe type: Dinner Cuisine: American Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 7 mins Total time: 17 mins Save Print A delicious way to get a good dose of those heart-healthy omega-3s. Ingredients ½ cup maple syrup 2 Tbs Dijon mustard 4 6-oz salmon fillets 1 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp black pepper ½ cup pineapple, chunks or slices 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped 2 cups cooked brown rice ...
Our Favorite Thanksgiving Sides
Love the simplicity of Thanksgiving: gathering around the table with family and friends to recognize our blessings and give thanks. No gifts, just a basic meal of turkey, vegetables and of course, pie! And the best part of Thanksgiving? Everyone can contribute -- by bringing a side dish, making dessert or to helping clear the table. A special bond is created when we come together and share. And who doesn’t like a little help in the kitchen? So in the spirit of Thanksgiving, the members of The ...
3 Ways to Get Healing Foods in Your Holiday Routine — Now!
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season when we have a few more things on our plate (ha! a little pun there :)). We have busier schedules, less sleep and are exposed to more people -- all of which can set us up for illness and feeling stressed out! At times like this, you may be tempted to ditch the fresh real food and grab a quick processed snack or carry-out meal. It may feel like we are making our lives a little easier, but actually, we are really making matters worse! ...
Adding Raw Plant-Based Meals
I love the summer bounty! The fresh vegetables and fruit are so colorful and succulent, who can resist eating these vibrant beauties? Our bodies thrive on raw plant-based foods. I think this is why our creator made fruits and vegetables look soo enticing! Asking yourself “How can I get this more of these beauties into my diet?” Then follow me over the next few weeks because I will be preparing raw plant-based recipes. Summer is the best time to set started - you’ll beat the heat (in and out of ...
Simple Summer Recipes at Your Fingertips!
School is finally out, which means we can finally start to enjoy summer! Summertime is fun but it can pose some challenges. Like being out all day and then scrambling for dinner, which leads you to resorting to yet another burger or hot dog on the grill. Hmm, how many nights have you had a burger this week? Or, instead of waiting to have your glass of wine on the weekend, you enjoy one today (and tomorrow) because everyday feels like a Friday! And don’t forget the frequent trips to the ice cream ...
Best Foods to Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage
Summer is coming and boy, do I love to scoop up the sunshine! It is a definite mood-booster and a natural way to get the vital vitamin D for improving your immune system and bone health. However, we have to be careful with those golden rays. Too much UV exposure from the sun can cause accelerated aging, wrinkles and cancer. Who wants that? The key is to strike a balance. We can protect our skin with hats, sunscreen and eat the foods that have UV protective powers. I bet you didn’t know ...
A Side Dish for Memorial Day
Amy is celebrating all that May has to offer this week, including a delicious new carrot salad. Eat well! -- Denise May brings Memorial Day, the beginning of the summer cookout season. Did you know that May is also Celiac Awareness Month? To celebrate, my family and I had dinner at Burton’s Grill. When you have family members with allergies or food sensitivities, eating out can be both challenging and intimidating. With Burton’s, I love that we never feel like we are being difficult ...
Let Go, Lose Weight
For Christians, early spring brings the 40 days of Lent. As a kid, I didn’t look forward to it. Lent began with ashes on your forehead and having to give up candy for what seemed like forever! Now, I actually look forward to it. It’s a time to be quiet, reflect and let go of some of the routines or habits that can inhibit true personal and spiritual growth. This year, I gave up alcohol for Lent. I will admit that I was a little scared that I couldn’t stick to it. Would I have as much fun at ...
Heart-Healthy Entertaining
It’s snowy here in the Northeast and we tend to be cooped up inside. I love it in the beginning--it gives me time to be in the kitchen to try new recipes. But after awhile, I like to spend time around a table with friends and family. Last night, in honor of Heart Health Month, I prepared Maple-Glazed Salmon with Pineapple and Maple Vinaigrette. It is a family favorite and so simple and tasty. It’s even good enough to serve to guests :) In addition to being tasty, here is another reason I like ...