Aug 282012
 
Open Faced Portobello Sandwiches with Quinoa-Apple Filling and Balsamic Fig Puree

The thing about inventing new and delicious food is that the my creativity muse goes into SUPER POWER ACTION MODE when I’m cooking for someone I care about. Ask any great song writer, author, painter anybody who creates ANYTHING and they will tell you, we do our best work when motivated by love (or pain [continue reading]

Feb 222012
 
Wild Alaskan King Salmon with Pesto over Rainbow Quinoa and Asparagus

When I buy salmon, I prefer wild caught over farm-raised. There are a lot of reasons for that, you can read some of them here. Wild Alaskan King Salmon with Pesto over Rainbow Quinoa and Asparagus Salmon Preparation: Salmon Filets Fresh Lemon Dairy-Free Pesto Olive oil cooking spray 1. Preheat your oven to 350. 2. [continue reading]

Jan 252012
 
Second Breakfast: Quick Quinoa and Eggs

I love second breakfast! That’s usually when I like to eat eggs. Why second breakfast? Because eating multiple times throughout the day helps speed up your metabolism, keeps your energy levels stable all day long, and is one of the easiest ways I know to keep from making unhealthy choices about tempting foods. Today I [continue reading]