kale

If you still haven't ventured into the delicious world known as kale and chard, let me reassure you: there’s a reason for the green food craze! People often ask me for recipes so they can become familiar, and comfortable, with these greens. This recipe is a delicious way to test out the world of kale…

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Kids who are involved in making vegetable dishes are more likely to eat them. This massaged kale salad recipe is a winner for kids who love to get their hands into things and play with their food. It's no wonder that kale is taking a central place on American plates, now. (more…)

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My favorite things about St. Patrick's Day are the lengthening days, the promise of spring in the budding crocuses, and cabbage. I LOVE cabbage, in part because I love all green food. Saint Patrick's day doesn't need to be centered around overloading ourselves with fake-dyed, green junk. This post is focused on delicious, nutrient-dense green foods.…

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Green smoothies are bringing sexy back. This suave elixir boosts your immune system, while also one-upping your anti-aging cream. Green drinks are the best tasting multi-vitamin you can get your pretty paws on. Drinking your salad gives you an opportunity to consume far more veggie-loves than you would treat yourself to otherwise. (more…)

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Meet Miss K. She is a mysterious nutrient that hides in fermented foods, dark leafy greens, herbs, and a bunch of other veggies. Until now, she’s an under-stated critical nutrient who's moving into the spotlight. Be the first to know about her magic in bone health, heart health, gut health, brain health and disease prevention.…

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Dear Darling, I have a confession . . . Things just aren't like they used to be between us. You're so often just taking the boring traditional salad route. Life could be so much more exciting. (more…)

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Dear Darling, I'm sad and lonely. You don't love me the way you could. Early on in our relationship, lettuce alone with no dressing was enough. But now, salads with you are boring and dull. I need more. I need more color. More texture. More antioxidants. I dreamed that, one day, you would come to me…

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Chronic over-scheduling is a habit I learned in college and am still learning to unlearn this habit.  Over-commitment also taught me how to be nimble and quick in the kitchen. Sometimes though, "nimble" + "quick" = blackened (burned) sandwiches because I decide that I can throw my clothing on while my sandwich is grilling. (more…)

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