It’s like a Pizza with a Mushroom Crust. Whaaat?
Portobello mushrooms make the best “vessel” for this pizza inspired filling, creating a juicy, grilled toothsome bite that is pretty healthy too.
Cabbage Steaks — Really? BE BRAVE with me!
Not a fan of boiled or steamed cabbage? Me neither! But these caramelized, grilled cabbage steaks make THE BEST side or plant-based main course.
Easy Trio of Hummus Appetizers
When it comes to Hummus, fresh and home-made is as good as it gets – and so easy to make!
Healthy Meatballs
I love meatballs, and in my quest to make them healthy, I have started making them with ground chicken or turkey. But the lack of fat in the meat means, that they need an additional punch of flavor.
Chilled Spanish Smoky Tomato Soup (Vegan options included)
A Spanish chilled soup that is gazpacho’s lesser known, but thicker, creamier cousin! A fabulous no-cook option for a week night.
Quick Zucchini Noodle Dinner
Zucchini noodles -- zoodles, are a great way to mimic a traditional pasta dish but one that is low carb with a nutritional punch.
Classic Italian Bread Salad
Summer tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and basil tossed with toasted baguette cubes and then allowed to soak in a flavorful vinaigrette. I love it!
Lemony Pasta with Sweet Fresh Corn Sauce (plus a Vegan Option)
Summer trifecta – zesty lemon, sweet corn, herby basil, plus al dente pasta all tossed in a luscious sauce of puréed corn. A perfect weeknight meal.
Dessert Panzanella!!
A new look at a classic Italian bread salad, kicked up another notch with lemon pound cake!!
Why does she always say, “BE BRAVE”?
Many of you have been asking about where my commonly used phrase “BE BRAVE” originated from. Here are excerpts from a letter my Mom wrote to me when I asked her for an explanation on why I was named -