Almonds have always been known as a healthy snack for people who need a middle-of-the-day energy boost but are watching their carb intakes. It’s more than just about watching your carbohydrate intake, however. Almonds are healthy, taste great, are incredibly versatile, and can be incorporated into your breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert—not just as a snack.
Something I always keep in the fridge is a bunch of scallions. Not only do they taste great in everything, they are also good for you.
Thyme is an herb from the Mediterranean, where it is used ornamentally, medicinally and incorporated into their diet. Most of the thyme plant has been used in medicinal practices for a long time. The flowers, oil, and leaves have all been used for various treatments: arthritis, diarrhea, sore throat, stomach aches, etc.
Squash isn’t just a sport, it’s also a healthy and versatile food. It has a sense of mystery around it also. Not because it’s difficult to cook with; mostly the mystery surrounding it has to do with the fact that it isn’t commonly used in kitchens year-round. So, let’s get rid of some of that mystery today!
One of my fond memories of cherries is picking them off the tree and eating them. Oh my, I just love the dark cherries! I know this is not the healthiest, but my mother would put a scoop of ice cream in a bowl, top it with whipped cream, then drop a cherry right on top. Since then, I’ve associated cherries with dessert. After all, they are sweet and decadent.
Cabbage is often one of the vegetables that gets ignored or forgotten. Except for St. Patrick’s Day, they normally just sit in the produce section in peace. But I’m here to open your eyes just a little to the wonderful world of cabbages.
Growing up, I hadn’t realized just how much I loved radishes. My mother would sneak radishes into her stews and salads. Since I’m now older and wiser, I know just how good of a parent she was for it. They’re crispy and light. As a kid, I loved them without realizing just what they were.
There are certain fruits that just make me think of summer and the tropics. Pineapples, watermelon and papayas are some of them. Let’s talk about the last one today, shall we?
Artichokes aren’t just fun to say… They’re fun to eat! Better yet, they’re full of vitamins and nutrients. Let’s go over some of the artichoke basics before I let you in on two of my favorite artichoke recipes.
Recipe links here!