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Month: February 2021

A Healthier Spin on Dessert…

Posted on February 24, 2021January 2, 2022 by Jen

Easy Chocolate Hummus I have to admit when I first came across chocolate hummus at the store, I thought it sounded revolting. I decided to purchase it anyway because; hey it’s chocolate how bad could it be? Thankfully, my willingness to try a new product paid off and I loved it. There are lots of…

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Captivating Crumbles…

Posted on February 21, 2021February 24, 2021 by Jen

A Recipe for Fregola Sarda with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto, Celery Root, Carrots, Rutabaga, and Crispy Rosemary Olives & Baguette Croutons Fregola sarda is a minuscule handmade pasta crafted from semolina and water and looks very similar to Israeli couscous. It is typically available dried and pre-toasted to enhance its nutty flavor. Fregola comes from the…

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Dinosaurs or Grapes….

Posted on February 20, 2021February 22, 2021 by Jen

I don’t blame you if this title confused you, but I found out so many cool things about grapes while researching this post. Genetic research has demonstrated that grapes are 65 million years old: that’s when the dinosaurs became extinct (read article here). Mind blown! So, did dinosaurs die first or grapes appear first? This…

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Some Like it Hot….

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Jen

—A Recipe for Minestrone with Farro and a Calabrian Kick Besides cooking and athletics, my other hobby is reading, especially historical topics. I love researching and discovering new places and cultures. When we travel, my family and I always try to avoid the tourist areas and seek out restaurants and activities that attract the local…

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A Valentine’s Day Trio…

Posted on February 20, 2021May 28, 2021 by Jen

— A Recipe for a Trio of Plant-Based No Churn Chocolate Ice Cream. It’s Valentine’s Day week, otherwise known as a tribute to chocolate week in my mind. I started wondering why Valentine’s Day is associated with chocolate and discovered many interesting facts in this article from the Smithsonian Magazine.  A grand slam of marketing…

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Wood Fired Pizzas

Posted on February 20, 2021February 23, 2022 by Jen

An Oven for Him: Pizza for Us A Bit of History: Wood Fired Pizzas My daughters and I gave my husband, Rob, an Ooni wood fired portable pizza oven for Christmas. Ok, it was just as much a gift for us as for him. In our defense, he is a master at tossing and crafting…

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Pomegranates, Persephone, and Persistence…

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Jen

–For my mom A Recipe for Pomegranate Molasses Vinaigrette, Roasted Winter Vegetables, Arugula, and Wild Rice Bowl I loved hearing the stories from Greek mythology as a child and continue to enjoy reading them with my daughters. I have many favorites, but whenever winter rolls around and I see pomegranates in the market, I think…

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The Ultimate Ultratruffle

Posted on February 20, 2021February 22, 2021 by Jen

—A Recipe for the Ultimate Ultratruffle featuring Chocolate Macaroon (almond-coconut) nut butter, Amarena Italian cherries, and dark chocolate. –For my dad I love the combination of chocolate and cherry. This fondness may stem (no pun intended!) back to my childhood and my dad. His favorite candies were chocolate covered cherries, his favorite sundae was black…

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East by Southeast…

Posted on February 19, 2021March 27, 2021 by Jen

–A Recipe for Orange Infused Semolina Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup and Toasted Sesame Seeds –For my Aunt Tina This recipe is a conglomeration of many inspirations. First and foremost, I love sesame semolina bread, especially the beautiful golden crust topped with toasted sesame seeds. Sesame bread reminds me of my childhood and eating Greek food…

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Farro with Charred Brussels Sprouts, & Black Truffle

Posted on February 19, 2021February 27, 2022 by Jen

Farro, Brussel Sprouts, & Black Truffle Oh My… –For Jana and Tom A Bit of History: One of the things I miss during this pandemic is eating at my favorite Charleston area restaurant, the Obstinate Daughter. Their menu is wonderful and it is always my first recommendation for out of town guests and family alike….

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Slow Food, Less Effort, 1 Ingredient at a Time

Are you striving to make a lifestyle change or looking to discover plant-focused recipes the whole family will love?

My name is Jen. I am a wife, mom, and a pharmacist. I love to cook for my family, hike, run, and read about history. I enjoy eating fresh, seasonal, locally available produce. In addition to endurance trail runs and long bike rides, I will happily set out on foraging hikes for mushrooms and truffles.

Waiting for the seasons to change, fruits to ripen, vegetables to mature, or truffles to reach their peak (7-11 years) is an endurance sport in itself.  Nonetheless, the time and effort spent is well worth crossing that finish line and enjoying a delicious, healthy meal.

I always say the slower you run, the more you enjoy the trail. Food is the same. Cooking together in the kitchen with freshly harvested fruits and vegetables is all about taking life slower and enjoying the process and experience. Plant-based, healthy food for the whole family with less effort, so you can slow down and enjoy life!

Disclaimer: This website is for sharing recipes and cooking techniques that I use in my kitchen. It is not intended as medical advice. Ingredient information is for general knowledge only. Please consult your physician for medical questions and concerns regarding your personal health.

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