The word "Minestrone" comes from the word "Minestra," which means dish up and serve. There are variations ranging from thick and dense to more of a broth. It was originally known as Cucina Povera - or cuisine for the poor. A peasant may have killed a rabbit, or another type of meat used the bones as broth and cooked up a soup made with beans and available vegetables. This … [Read more...]
Why Is Veganism Growing in Popularity among Boomers?
While it is true that the majority of people become vegans between the age of 16 and 64, around 2% of vegans in the US are aged 55 or over. In America, around 4% make the switch from an omnivore lifestyle for spiritual reasons, 19% for dietary reasons, and 77% for ethical reasons. If you are thinking of going vegan, rest assured, you are not alone. The movement is enjoying a … [Read more...]
Baby Beet and Quinoa Salad
I love making the Baby Beet and Quinoa salad featured below. It's not only beautiful to look at but amazingly nutritious as well. The Ancient Romans used beets as an aphrodisiac. They contain the mineral Boron, which is related to the production of human sex hormones. Beets also purify your blood, naturally cleanse and detoxify your body. Enjoy this Baby Beet and Quinoa … [Read more...]
Garbanzo Bean Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
I’ve been trying to get more into eating beans and legumes because they’re so good for you and are a great substitution for meat. One of my favorites is garbanzo beans, also known as chickpeas. They’re part of the legume family and are popular in Italian and Middle Eastern cooking. I created the Garbanzo Bean Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes featured below because it’s not only … [Read more...]
Italian Inspired Radicchio and Arugula Salad
The Radicchio and Arugula Salad featured at the bottom of this post was inspired by my trip to Italy. It's attractive, cleansing, high in anti-aging nutrition, and tasty. I hope you’ll give it a try. Italian Inspired Radicchio and Arugula Salad Print An Italian inspired salad high in anti-oxidants and nutrition. Author: Rebecca Forstadt Olkowski Recipe type: … [Read more...]
