Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Lemon Rind

Serves 4 Traditionally cooked in a clay tagine (cone-shaped pot) this version  uses a regular, old saute pan so everyone can make it at home! Enjoy mildly-spiced Moroccan flavors cooked into tender chicken thighs and a punchy lemon and onion charmoula sauce. Serve with steamed millet or quinoa to soak up the remaining sauce. This [...]

Satay Chicken Skewers with Thai Almond Dipping Sauce

Makes 12-14 skewers These favorite Thai appetizers are a hit for parties, potlucks or weekend snacks. Their mildly-spiced, sweet flavors make them a winner for kids too! If you want to fore go the chicken, the almond sauce makes a great dip for Thai summer rolls or even as a dressing for a grated carrot [...]

Lentil Sausage Soup with Spinach

Yield: 6 servings I served this soup at a Super Bowl party and scored a touchdown! It’s a warming soup with hints of cumin and coriander; perfect for all seasons. The addition of tahini makes a rich and creamy cup, while spinach adds color and added nutrition. Nutrition Tip: Did you know that in the [...]

Browned and Braised Chicken with Garlic and White Wine

Yield: 4 servings Braising is a simple technique of cooking with liquid to impart a tender, juicy texture to the food. It also allows flavors from herbs ands spices to seep in. In this recipe, golden brown chicken is simmered in a succulent herbed white wine sauce and dotted with tender browned garlic cloves. A [...]

Turkey Chili

Yield: 6-8 servings Thick and mildly spicey, this bowl of this chili will keep you healthy while the seasons change. Make sure not to drain the tomatoes and beans- the juices give this stew flavor and a thick, rich consistency. No other liquid is needed. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium red onion, diced 1 [...]

Honey-Mustard Tempeh in Zucchini Baskets

Makes about 18 appetizers These delightful little appetizers make a pretty presentation for summer parties. Crumbled tempeh is blended with a tangy mustard dressing with hints of caraway and dill. Shredded chicken, boiled egg or canned tuna can be substituted for the tempeh, if desired. DRESSING 6 tablespoons grapeseed mayonaisse or olive oil mayonnaise (in [...]

Chicken and Yams in Tomato-Coconut Curry

Serves 4 1 tablespoon coconut oil or ghee 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon garlic-ginger paste (see recipe below) 1 tablespoon ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon garam masala Pinch cayenne or chili flakes 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon unrefined sugar or honey 1 can diced tomatoes with juice, [...]

Perfect Roast Chicken and Vegetables in the Clay Pot

Yield: 4-6 servings The name of this title doesn’t lie – it comes out perfect every time, no matter what. The veggies can be thrown in the pot with the chicken from the get-go, but I usually sprinkle them around the chicken 30 minutes into the cooking process as I prefer my vegetables slightly less [...]

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