Seaweed in sorbet? Yup, you read that right! Irish sea moss is a superfood that is traditionally used in Caribbean culture as a drink mixed with sweetened condensed milk, but it works just as well in a fruity sorbet! Sea moss grows in the Atlantic coast of the British Isles, Read More ...
In an effort to find a natural anti-inflammatory remedy for my ongoing sciatica, I was introduced to sorrel, a beautiful red flower that blooms in the spring to mid-summer. (Jamaican sorrel is also referred to as hibiscus sabariffa or roselle.) It has a tangy, acidic taste, and is used in Read More ...
After my Baked Apple Roses were a big hit at the Staff Bake-Off last year, I decided to enter the ring again with another croissant dough recipe. Try these adorable pops at your child’s next birthday party or bake sale! Serving size: 30 pops Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes Total Read More ...
Who says bruschetta can’t be sweet? Here’s the sweet and minty dessert I made for a classical house party at my neighbor’s apartment. It was a bit hit among the musicians and music-lovers! Ingredients: 1 baguette 2 cups raw almonds 2 tbs honey 1 16oz Read More ...
I took part in the annual Staff Bake-Off, and made these baked apple roses. There were voted a “favorite” by my colleagues! Try it for your next bridal shower, girl’s night, or simply as a nice surprise for a friend! Serving size: 12 roses Prep time: 45 minutes | Cook time: Read More ...
Your chicken salad is bound to taste better when served in a fresh fruit bowl! Give your guests a treat at your next party with this fruity yet savory recipe! Serving size: 10 Ingredients: 2 large chicken breasts 2 stalks of scallions (green onions) 1 French cucumber or ½ American Read More ...
Use your leftover cranberries from your Thanksgiving cranberry sauce for this sweet and tangy pie cranberry/apple pie! Ingredients: 2.5 cups whole wheat flour 2 tbs chia seeds 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp baking powder ⅓ cup brown sugar ¼ tsp sea salt ¾ cup oats ¾ Read More ...
Cause we all know veggies are good for us! Serving Size: about 15 skewers Total Time: 40 min Ingredients: 1 clove garlic 1 batch fresh basil ½ cup olive oil 4 tsp balsamic vinaigrette 4 tsp pure maple syrup Salt (to taste) Ground pepper (to taste) 1 lemon 1 yellow Read More ...
Cranberry is one of my fave Thanksgiving dishes. But did you know that just one slice of Ocean Spray cranberry jelly or ¼ cup of cranberry sauce contains 24 grams of sugar? That’s 6 sugar packets! So this year, I’m choosing not to mask the cranberry with loads of sugar. Read More ...
I’m taking part in a HeartSmarts course taught by a New York Presbyterian Hospital nurse, where we discuss the science behind the heart’s function and how to keep our heart pumping strong. We’re learning to cut back on our sweet and salty cravings, but there’s one thing we don’t have Read More ...
It’s time for fall treats! The local cafés and grocers are bringing out their fall faves. But let’s be careful about which pumpkin treats we put our hands on. The Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks has 380 calories, 14g of fat and a whopping 50g of sugar. That’s more than Read More ...
A meal isn’t a meal without rice—that’s the concept I’ve grown up with living in an Asian household. So I challenged that notion today by using a different grain: farro. Similar to quinoa, this gluten-free, high-fiber, high-protein grain is a great rice replacement. It contains four times as much fiber Read More ...
This past weekend, my big sister and I got our hands dirty in the kitchen to prepare for our mama’s 60th birthday celebration. It was a historic moment for my sister, as it was her first time baking in her 20-odd years. Nonetheless, she successfully made my Fig Bar Crumble, Read More ...
Almond butter is becoming the new peanut butter! This emerging spoonful of deliciousness has numerous health benefits including preventing heart disease. Here are 3+ reasons to add almond butter to your diet: It’s a source of slow-burning protein, which means it keeps you fuller for longer! Almond butter is ideal Read More ...
What is rhubarb? Rhubarb is a vegetable with edible stalks and poisonous leaves. They look similar to a celery in appearance, but red in color. It’s composed of 95% water, which makes it super low-calorie. It’s often used in pies and jams, combined with other fruits. 4 reasons to eat Read More ...
Here’s a fun way to enjoy your lunch! These jars are packed with tasty nutrients, and it’s mess free, so it’s perfect for lunch at the office on a busy workday. You don’t have to use exactly the same ingredients I used for a successful Meal in a Jar. Choose Read More ...
Here’s a new way to enjoy your meals, whether you’re at home or on-the-go! Fish around for some jam jars, pickle jars, or applesauce jars and fill them up with protein, calcium, fiber, vitamins and minerals! Here’s how: Ingredients: ¼ cup almonds ¼ cup Read More ...
Pears contain a good amount of pectin, a water-soluble fiber, which helps keep our cholesterol levels in check. It’s also rich in dietary fiber–just be sure not to skip out on the skin! Pears are also a good source of antioxidants, vitamins C and E. Antioxidants helps our body fight Read More ...
There’s a reason why quinoa was named a superfood! The tiny grains are a complete protein, containing all 9 essential amino acids. It has twice the fiber content of all other grains, which helps regulate the digestive system, reduce high blood pressure and cholesterol. It’s also rich in iron, magnesium, Read More ...
Plums are a good source of antioxidants, dietary fiber and potassium. A medium-sized plum contains 113 mg of potassium, which aids in managing high blood pressure and protects our heart, reducing the risk of stroke. Plums also contain vitamin C, which helps in iron absorption, development of healthy tissues and Read More ...
