Cauliflower Crust Pizza

17 01 2017

I had to make a low carb pizza for a friend of mine and I discovered this amazing Cauliflower Crust. I must admit I was a little skeptical when making it, but it turned out fantastic! Everybody gobbled it up. It is easy to make and so much healthier. I think it would be a great way to get kids to eat more vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 head (Small Head) Cauliflower
  • ¼ cups Parmesan Cheese
  • ¼ cups Mozzarella Cheese
  • ¼ teaspoons Kosher Salt
  • ½ teaspoons Dried Basil
  • ½ teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • ½ teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
  • 1 whole Egg
  • pizza sauce
  • cheese for topping
  • Any other pizza toppings desired

 

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Zucchini Nut Muffins

13 10 2016

These are some of the lightest, moistest muffins I have ever had. They are delicious, nutritious and not too sweet. Enjoy.

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Mushroom Noodle Goulash Soup

9 10 2016

I have been on a soup kick ever since returning from Egypt. They have so many amazing soups over there, and I realized how satisfying and nutritious soups can be. Also, they can be made ahead and then eaten any time. Just leave a pot on the stove and your family can help themselves whenever they get hungry. This Goulash is part of a Hungarian tradition, full of robust flavors of paprika, dill and a kick of cayenne. I don’t throw the noodles in until I am ready to eat so they don’t get mushy.

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Mango Salsa

8 09 2016

A friend of mine always makes this salsa when we come to visit her in Reno. It is so delicious that everyone puts it on everything and if all else fails, just eat it with a spoon. It is simple to make but requires delicious mangoes.

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Wild Mushroom, Black Barley and Bean Soup

18 08 2016

I found some black barley in my pantry so I came up with this recipe. Black barley is delicious and chewy while the porcini mushrooms add a beautiful earthiness to the stock. Then I finished it with some winter vegetables like parsnip and kale. The final touch was a dill cream dollop that can added in upon serving. Serve with some cornbread and a salad for a complete meal.

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Pecan Meatballs

17 08 2016

These are a vegetarian version of classic Italian meatballs. They are delicious and taste a lot like the real thing. You can make these ahead and freeze them and add them to any tomato sauce. We served them over spaghetti.

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Fresh Corn Cornbread

17 08 2016

I had a craving for soup and fresh cornbread having just spent a few weeks in the South. However, I wanted cornbread that was not too dry or crumbly. I had some wonderful steamed breads in South Africa recently and I was hoping to make a cornbread that turned out as moist. I succeeded. This recipe is delicious. It takes a little time to make the fresh corn puree but it is worth it. The key is also baking it in a cast-iron skillet.

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Wild Mushroom Risotto

13 07 2016

I recently took a trip to Europe and I found some amazing dried porcini mushrooms at an outdoor market in London as well as some truffle oil and truffle paste. So, upon returning home, I was inspired to create something with these treasures. The result was fantastic. It goes to show you, that the best creations begin with the best ingredients. I did use a store bought vegetable stock. You can make your own but use more stock and less added water.

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Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal

23 01 2016

I was visiting my mother in Denver and she made this wonderful baked oatmeal for us. It really is like eating a Morning Glory muffin in an oatmeal version. It is easy because you can make it ahead and then reheat it.

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Kale Salad with shredded Brussel Sprouts, Apples and Marcona Almonds

23 12 2015

I made this yummy salad for a picnic and everybody went crazy for it. I recommend slicing the Brussels Sprouts thinly and then chopping them just a little because they are a little tough on the tooth if you get too big a piece. You can use Marcona almonds or toasted hazelnuts also work well in this recipe.

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