Potatoes are a fan favourite in my household. French fried, baked, hash browns, mashed...you name it the kids will gobble them up. And nothing says summer like a good potato salad so I decided to tinker with an old recipe to amp up the healthy ingredients while still putting the spotlight on the almighty spud. … Continue reading Barbecued Potato Salad
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Raw Cauliflower “Rice” Salad
I learned in a Raw Cooking Class with Meghan Telpner that if you simply whir cauliflower in your food processor you end up with a grain-like consistency. It's actually very cool and tastes remarkably like rice. And it has the added benefit of featuring a cruciferous veggie that is often overlooked but comes loaded with antioxidants, … Continue reading Raw Cauliflower “Rice” Salad
Billy Bob’s Fresh Pasta Sauce
I grew up in the 70’s and 80’s and although my dad was a very involved parent, my mom definitely did all of the cooking. And judging by most of my friends I think that is pretty much the norm for many men of my dads age.....and more than a few men today (yes I'm … Continue reading Billy Bob’s Fresh Pasta Sauce
Black & White Rice Pilaf
I like to bring a good plant-based dish or two when I go to a friend's house for a dinner to guarantee that there will be something for me to eat. I never want my host or hostess to feel like I am a pain in the butt or high maintenance so I always pop … Continue reading Black & White Rice Pilaf
Warm Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil & Toasted Almonds- Plus 4 Shout Outs
When our family switched to a more plant-based diet I had to rethink mealtime. When I could no longer plan my dinners around a centerpiece of meat, I had to get creative and learn about other satisfying options and healthy sources of protein. Trust me this took some adjusting, many spectacular flops and more than a … Continue reading Warm Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil & Toasted Almonds- Plus 4 Shout Outs
Lori Leigh Wilson 