Are you in search of good vegetarian side dishes for your dinner? I easily get bored with our weekly veggie rotation of broccoli, cauliflower and carrots. I’m always on a mission to spruce up our meals by combining different colors and textures and flavors in our side dishes. My kids love the Brussels sprouts with Bacon and Maple Syrup side. The juxtaposition of the crunchy bacon with the soft steam Brussels sprouts and the sweet syrup renders perfect harmony. The grilled Kale with Ricotta cheese and Plums blends the soft tartness … [Read more...]
Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad
December 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
How many times have you been stumped, trying to figure out a vegetable side to your dinner? I was so tired of steaming and sauteeing broccoli (and so were my kids). When I discovered Brussels sprouts (note proper spelling) I felt as if I had truly turned a corner and opened up a whole new realm of veggie possibilities. I introduced the first Brussels sprouts recipe sautéed with some chunks of bacon and hot maple syrup. I had hoped the salty and sweet toppings would draw the attention away from the fact that is was labeled a "mystery … [Read more...]
Shaved Brussels sprouts with Olive Oil and Sea Salt
October 17, 2012 By 1 Comment
Something very strange has happened the past two nights for dinner: my son has demanded vegetables! I swear. I thought I was having an out of body experience. And, this morning for breakfast, he asked for vegetables, again: Brussels sprouts. The past two days, all he’s eaten for the past two dinners is Brussels sprouts. If you’re scratching your head, I had the same thought: this is extremely uncharacteristic for a seven year old boy! And, I wasn’t intentionally trying to get him to eat his veggies either. I simply made a new side … [Read more...]
How to Make Grilled Kale – Video
August 29, 2012 By 5 Comments
I'm learning most of the roadblocks I created in the kitchen were mental roadblocks. I simply didn't have the confidence to try. With a little confidence (and patience) I'm not only cooking, but, I've moved away from my comfort zone of spaghetti and red sauce and I've ventured deep into unknown food territory. For me, it's been a complete thrill to cook with new foods that taste great and are easy to make! This summer, my biggest "Aha moment" was my discovery of kale. And now, my entire family has adopted a new favorite … [Read more...]
