As you might have guessed from some of my posts, my family and I just love zucchini. Some of the recipes I have shared with you include some of our favorite ways to eat zucchini – over pasta with garlic … Continue reading
Category Archives: Health
If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you know that my family loves garlic. Most of my main dish recipes have some form of garlic in them. Garlic makes any dish taste great and smell wonderful. I buy … Continue reading
Garbanzo Beans, or chickpeas, are another way to add great taste and nutrition to your diet. They are a good source of protein and fiber. Garbanzo Beans contain Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Beta-carotene. They also contain an excellent amount … Continue reading
You can crunch your way to better health. And, I’m not talking about sit-ups. I’m talking about walnuts. Not only will adding walnuts to your diet add “crunch”, they are packed with really great nutrition. Walnuts are a good source … Continue reading
If you’ve been following my posts lately, you know that we recently vacationed in Southwest Michigan. In addition to the wonderful beaches, lakes and quaint towns, we also got to experience many farm stands boasting blueberries, peaches, and cherries. We … Continue reading
Blueberries may be tiny, but they pack a powerful punch. They are big on flavor and very big on health benefits. This little fruit is low calorie and contains no fat. They are also a good source of Vitamin C … Continue reading
I love basil. I love the way it smells, the way it tastes, and the way it looks. I have a small plant that I purchased from Trader Joe’s, which I keep on my kitchen counter. I clip the leaves … Continue reading
Why did the mushroom get invited to all the parties? Cuz he’s a fungi! Why did the fungi leave the party? Cuz there wasn’t mushroom! Very funny right? Pretty funny? Well anyway, aside from their great joke telling qualities, mushrooms … Continue reading
Another Herbal Supplement I take is Korean Ginseng. Ginseng is an herb that has been used for thousands of years and is considered by the Chinese as a tonic for the whole body. It has been touted as helpful in … Continue reading
Our family loves to eat avocados. They are so tasty and have such a creamy texture. If you have read some of my recipes, you know that we like to top our turkey burgers with avocado slices and that we … Continue reading