I love Thanksgiving not only because we get to eat fabulous food, but also because it's when family and friends gather together. My family's spread all over the United States so that's always a challenge. My parents are gone and both my kids are on their own. Trying to coordinate a gathering isn't always easy. Nevertheless, I've saved some of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes … [Read more...]
Insalata Caprese – Caprese Salad with Vegetables and Herbs
Insalata Caprese (Caprese Salad) is typically made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and olive oil. However, there are many variations. You might want to add chopped fresh garlic, Balsamic vinegar, or other herbs. I hope you enjoy this wonderful Insalata Caprese - Caprese Salad with Vegetables and Herbs. Insalata Caprese - Caprese Salad with … [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...]
Homemade Bone Broth Chicken Soup with Vegetables
It’s almost the beginning of fall, and for many people, that means it’s soup season. Right now it's 100 degrees in Los Angeles but a bowl of soup tastes good anytime. Fall is also the beginning of cold and flu season and nothing makes you feel better than a warm bowl of chicken soup, the Jewish penicillin. I like to get creative with mine, and rather than serve a clear broth … [Read more...]
Seafood Pasta Salad
The first time I made this seafood pasta salad it was for a birthday party I had for my 1-year-old daughter. That was in 1988. I've been holding on to the recipe for a long time because I adore seafood and love pasta salad. It's attractive, filled with a mix of seafood, savory herbs, olives, and lemony vinaigrette. Bring it along with you to potlucks, picnics or serve it at … [Read more...]
