Busy days happen. Usually about 6-7 days a week. And even though a lot of us like to cook and eat yummy food, planning meals doesn’t always make the priority list. But just because you’re short on time does not mean you have to sacrifice a delicious meal. Enter, the stir fry. I promise you can do this in 20 minutes! Grab veggies from your fridge. Chop them up. Quickly cook them in a little […]

Until recently, I have not had an outstanding curry at a restaurant. Maybe it’s just me, but I always feel that there are too many flavors competing for my attention. I am a simple gal. I like simple food. And definitely simple sauces. Then . . . when I least expected it, I had a memorable curry that was quite perfect! “What’s going on here?” I asked. I don’t know if I just got lucky […]

This week is epic in that I can comfortably eat ice cream without wearing a sweater. Yes, you heard me! Spring is actually a thing that is happening here in Chicago, for now. Can I get a “Hell Yeah!” ? And what better way to celebrate than to consume a tasty frozen sweet while we soak up some sunshine. We are past due. I had a super proud moment a few weeks ago when I […]

I want my first recipe post this spring to be fun, fruity, and colorful so I grabbed some gorgeous fresh fruit and put the Vitamix to work! Yogurt. It’s a breakfast staple for many of us. In fact, I started most days with a bowl of Greek yogurt for several years. It’s protein-packed, probiotic filled, sweet, and pairs well with fruit, granola, etc., so I understand the allure. But let’s talk dairy for a second. […]

If you are like most people I know, you struggle with dinner ideas. You have a few stand-bys that you rotate through. And many times, you just pick-up something that is already prepared from the store, that just requires reheating, knowing you are sacrificing taste and health. Yet, you just don’t have the time to transform ingredients into a meal that your family may or may not approve and enjoy. Well, I have an easy […]

Everyone has had a Larabar, right? RIGHT. Silly question! Of course you have 😉 It’s kind of the perfect snack and pretty much the only energy bar out there that is made from just a few raw ingredients. AND THAT’S IT. No sugar, grains, dairy, or junk. Most varieties have three ingredients. Dates, a couple kinds of nuts, and sometimes coconut or another dried fruit. And they are often on sale for $1! Say, WHATTT?? […]