Steamed Beets with Miso, Mustard and Clove Dressing

Serves 4 A sweet and tangy dressing with a hint of clove enhances and enlivens the flavors of sweet steamed beets in this healthy side dish. It makes a showy presentation too, with the stark contrast in colors. For a raw version, grate or thinly slice the beets with a v-slicer and drizzle with the [...]

Asian Pear and Watercress Smoothie

Serves 2 An exciting deviation from strawberries and bananas, this healthy green smoothie uses the sweet and crisp flavor of Asian pear with almond butter. Watercress is a detoxifier and adds a touch of spice, but not too much to overpower. This is a sweet smoothie with all the benefits of good fats, protein and [...]

Honey-Kissed Fennel and Orange Salad with Candied Almonds

Serves 2-4 Lemon, orange and fennel give this refreshing salad a tangy hit, while raisins and honey balance the act with their delightful sweetness. Candied almonds bring it over the top. Makes a perfect dinner party salad or appetizer. Some of the honey can be replaced with liquid stevia, if desired. Cooking Tip: Ever wonder [...]

Celery Root and Wild Mushroom Soup

Serves 4 Full-bodied and full of flavor, wild mushrooms enrich the earthy taste of celery root in this pureed winter bisque. Makes an excellent side for meat, tempeh or a bright green salad. Cooking Tip: Allowing the dried mushrooms to cook into the stock (vs. soaking them in water to reconstitute) will enrich the stock [...]

Cranberry Kombucha Smoothies with Festive Green Swirl

Serves 1-2 A perfectly festive holiday smoothie to keep you and your family healthy in the midst of candy canes, chocolate Santas, cheese popcorn and pumpkin pies. Frozen cranberries are blended with kombucha and warming spices to boost immunity and keep the “bad bugs” away. (This is a low-carb smoothie, less sweet than traditional smoothies.) [...]

Turkey and Left-Overs Bisque

Serves 4-6 If you’re looking for a more elegant way to use your left-overs than a turkey sandwich, this rich, creamy soup accomplishes the feat. It tastes like Thanksgiving-in-a-cup and makes a beautiful presentation for dinner the next day. Serve in shallow bowls to show off the red cranberries. BOUQUET GARNI 3 sprigs fresh thyme [...]

Wilted Spinach Salad with Curried Dressing and Spiced Walnuts

Serves 4 This curried dressing warms the body in the winter months. Pungent spices are rounded with honey, fresh apples and candied nuts. NUTS 3/4 cup walnut or pecan halves Pinch each: cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger Dash salt 1 tablespoon maple syrup DRESSING 4 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons [...]

Red Leaf with Shaved Persimmon and Pomegranate-Balsamic Vinaigrette and Glaze

Serves 4 A festive salad highlighting seasonal Fuyu persimmons for a showy presentation and a taste of sweetness. Add richness and elegance with the optional pomegranate-balsamic glaze. Cooking Tip: There are two basic types of persimmons. One is the hayicha (almond shaped) which needs to be very soft and ripe in order to enjoy. Hayichas [...]

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