There are two types of people in the world: those who like eggplant and those who don’t know they like eggplant. Freshly armed with a mountain of garlic from Broadview Farm and Gardens, we saw a pile of perfectly ripe eggplants at North End City Market and took it as an obvious sign to go […]
North End City Market is back in action and it’s the most magical time of the year – asparagus season! We’ve got several asparagus recipes but our current favorite is Roasted Coriander Lime Asparagus. Since we’re among friends here, we don’t mind saying that we rarely make it to the table and usually stand around […]
Traditionally, caprese salad consists of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and basil, seasoned with salt and pepper, then lightly dressed with extra-virgin olive oil. We know, you’re probably wondering where the balsamic reduction is. Don’t worry. We have that version, too, and you can even make this salad into an appetizer. This time, we’re making a Cherry […]
It’s a balmy -3 degrees here as of this writing, and we’ve potentially got -30 to look forward to in the coming week. At times like this, it’s a comfort to know we’ll be complaining about the heat before too long. For now, we’re enjoying this Strawberry, Kiwi, and Dragon Fruit Salad and highly romanticized […]
Our simple Greek Cucumber Salad is light, refreshing, and ready in a snap. At under 50 calories and more than a third of daily recommended calcium per serving, it’s the perfect side dish for special occasions or any day of the week. Cooking for one? Prepare the dressing to use as a dip for sliced […]
Our Roasted Cauliflower Stuffing has all the traditional stuffing flavors you love without the bread. Help yourself to a generous serving without derailing your day. Seriously. Save the calories for the mistakes you’ll make once the dessert hits the table. This easy and convenient Roasted Cauliflower Stuffing can also be made ahead of time and […]
A light and satisfying summer soup made with chickpeas, farm fresh yellow summer squash from Shade Valley Produce at the HCC Realty Farmers Market/Colonial Village, and rainbow Swiss chard from Twin Gardens at the Schaumburg Farmers Market. Ready in about 30 minutes, this soup is perfect for a weeknight meal. Check out our Eat Local […]
Chickpea Eggs and Mushrooms in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce are what breakfast skillets aspire to be when they grow up. That’s all we have to say about that. Print clock icon cutlery icon flag icon folder icon instagram icon pinterest icon facebook icon print icon squares icon heart icon heart solid icon Chickpea Eggs and […]
We love gyros so much we created two healthy versions to enjoy at home. In our ongoing effort to eat more plants, we’ve come up with a meatless version: Vegan Gyros Meatballs. We even made a Vegan Greek Tzatziki Sauce (in place of our traditional recipe) to go along with them. Despite our natural skepticism, […]
If you like knowing what’s in your food, making your own breakfast sausage is a must. Store brands often contain things like soy protein concentrate, dextrose, and the nefariously vague “flavorings”. The truth is, you can make your own sausage patties at home in no time flat. We’re big fans of ground turkey, but this […]
If you’ve ever had the misfortune of biting into the chalky center of an overcooked hard-boiled egg, you’ll appreciate this recipe. Really, it’s as simple as boil/time/cool. This method is best in small batches of six or fewer eggs, which makes it easier to control the cooling process. The result is a firm yet creamy […]
Crush your chocolate craving with this sugar-free Paleo Chocolate Chunk Granola that’s vegan and packed with protein. Great for an afternoon snack that won’t leave you in a carb coma. It’s great on almond/coconut yogurt, homemade ice cream, or by the handful. Print clock icon cutlery icon flag icon folder icon instagram icon pinterest icon […]
Our Savory Vegan Cashew Cream Cheese Spread takes just minutes to make. It’s also gluten-free, dairy-free, keto and paleo compliant, and doubles as a dip with vegetable or crackers. Print clock icon cutlery icon flag icon folder icon instagram icon pinterest icon facebook icon print icon squares icon heart icon heart solid icon Savory Vegan […]
Creamy roasted cherry tomatoes, savory mushrooms, sweet onions, and homemade turkey meatballs – all in the oven at the same time and on the table in a snap. This Italian Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Meatballs is a perfect weeknight meal. Make the meatball mixture up to a day in advance for an even faster weeknight […]
