Fudgy Black Bean Brownies with Peanut Butter

Fudgy Black Bean Brownies with Peanut Butter

These black bean brownies are my answer to balancing out some of the fun foods we’ve been having on our two week hiatus away from home. Our Nanny lives in Florida, so we decided to pay her a quarantine visit. As you probably know, grandparents love to treat kids...
Thank You Bread: Avocado Coconut Banana Bread

Thank You Bread: Avocado Coconut Banana Bread

I’m just going to call this avocado coconut banana bread: “Thank You Bread.” It’s been on repeat in our home – both enjoyed by our family and hopefully by the people we gift it to. To be fair, it’s a win-win. As it bakes, the aroma...
Quarantine Snack | Spinach Pistachio Pesto

Quarantine Snack | Spinach Pistachio Pesto

Sometimes I forget how much I appreciate pesto – especially our latest creation: spinach pesto. Not only can the spread itself have several variations, but just a dollop of pesto can elevate the ordinary scrambled eggs or everyday turkey sandwich.  Traditional...
Quarantine Snack | Kale Chips

Quarantine Snack | Kale Chips

Thank goodness for kale chips, because I’m swimming in greens this week—literally. My FairShares produce bag was packed with four kinds: lettuces, spinach, arugula, and bok choy. And as if that weren’t enough, I already had some kale in the fridge. But honestly? I’m...
Carrot Cake Smoothie with Kefir Milk | Immune-Supporting Snack!

Carrot Cake Smoothie with Kefir Milk | Immune-Supporting Snack!

This carrot cake smoothie contains kefir milk, one of my favorite fermented foods to support our immune health. Most people are aware of the benefits of yogurt, another example of of a fermented food made from milk. But, there are a few important differences between...
Cooking Joy Back Into Quarantine Cooking | From Chef Willie

Cooking Joy Back Into Quarantine Cooking | From Chef Willie

Could Quarantine Cooking Actually BE FUN?  Who feels like quarantine cooking is never-ending? If you’re a parent and feeding kids, you’re likely making more meals than ever. I know for me, cooking has lost a bit of its luster. It’s especially challenging cooking when...