I like to blanch potatoes in the morning and then sauté or roast them later (to learn more about all of these techniques check out The Homemade Mommy Handbook). This means less work I have to do right before dinner is served. Here is a simpler version of my sautéed potatoes ... Continue Reading
Side Dishes
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Honey and Currants
I have just started getting fresh, local brussel sprouts in my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box and I can't believe how much sweeter and tastier they are than the kind you can get at the grocery store. My daughter even loves them. They seriously do not even taste like ... Continue Reading
Taco Night
Eureka! I have found a dinner my whole family loves that includes all of the wonderful real foodie foods I want us to be eating! The dinner is so simple to pull together because most of it can be made ahead of time. This meal is as nutrient dense as you can get because it has so ... Continue Reading
Indian Spiced Cauliflower Rice
I have seen cauliflower rice all over the internet but had never made it myself until last week. I was very surprised by the results. I added in some Indian spices and the rice truly tasted like a white Basmati from an Indian restaurant – hardly like a vegetable at all! This will ... Continue Reading
Latkes (Pancakes) 3 Ways: Potato, Kohlrabi, Sweet Potato
Hanukkah is one of my favorite holidays and it is totally because of the latkes. I love to make different kinds of latkes for a little variety and here are three of my favorites. I serve these with homemade applesauce and Creme Fraiche. I also love these the next day (if any make ... Continue Reading
Butternut Squash Quinoa
I have been making this side dish for many years and it is always a hit with my family and guests. It is a great one pot side dish which is very quick and simple to pull together. I recommend prepping the butternut squash ahead of time (even a few days ahead) and then it will ... Continue Reading
