Orange Ginger Pomegranate Vinaigrette with a Fennel Salad

Posted on December 7, 2021March 17, 2022 by Jen

Stalk of Fire… A Bit of History Currently, my girls love The Last of the Olympians series by Rick Riordan and the Greeking Out podcast by National Geographic Kids. Coincidentally, this recipe for Orange Ginger Pomegranate Vinaigrette over a fennel salad relates to the Promethium Greek myth. According to Greek mythology, Zeus, in a moment…

“King Tut’s Wheat”…

Posted on May 4, 2021 by Jen

A Recipe for Kamut, Sugar Snap Peas, Asparagus, & Cherry Tomatoes tossed in a Lemon-Miso Mustard Galangal (Ginger) Vinaigrette While I was researching facts for this post, I stumbled across a story about the rediscovery of an ancient grain that is probably the stuff of legend, but still a great tale. Khorasan wheat, or available…

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.