Preventing Food Waste
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One of my biggest pet peeves is throwing away food. Whether it's a limp bunch of broccoli that you purchased with the best intentions and then was sadly forgotten, or leftovers that sat too long, we all have experienced the guilt of throwing away perfectly good food. All it takes is a little proactive thinking to prevent this sort of needless waste. By freezing leftovers and spending just a couple of minutes each day reviewing what's in your refrigerator, you can save yourself time and money, so why not do it? Is the soup you prepared for lunch on Sunday still sitting uneaten on Tuesday ..read more
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The Cheese-Addict Recovery Program
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Back in April, we discussed many of the benefits of avoiding dairy products, both for personal health, environmental health, and ethical reasons. For many, cheese is the absolute hardest part of their old diet to give up. ​ That’s why this week, I’m sharing some of my favorite go-to’s for when I’m craving those familiar cheesy comfort foods of my childhood, proving that YES, YOU CAN RECOVER FROM YOUR CHEESE ADDICTION! (This, coming from a woman who used to be part of a cheese club in culinary school, worked at a small-scale fromagerie making artisanal cheeses as well as a gourmet cheese shop ..read more
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Celebrating Spring Produce
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At long last, the much-awaited warmer days are here, and with it a plethora of new spring produce to enjoy! It’s a great time to get in the kitchen. This week, please enjoy some of our top spring recipes, which our Organic Meal Delivery clients have been raving about. Mixed Greens with Strawberry Miso Dressing Pureed strawberries and miso make an unusual, slightly sweet dressing. Miso is made from fermented soybeans, and is a good source of probiotics. Serves 6-8 6-8 cups of mixed spring greens, washed and dried (We love all of the amazing sweet and spicy greens available at the D ..read more
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Mother’s Day Wishes From a New Mom
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With Mother’s Day coming up on May 14th, and having recently become a mother myself, I have been thinking a lot about how our parents affect our views on food. For women, these views often stem from our mothers. Have you ever stopped to think about where your current opinions about food come from?  Who or what affected your opinions about food from the time you were young? Have your influences changed since then? Perhaps you’ve known the old phrase “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” since your kindergarten days. Maybe more recently, you’ve found yourself perusing an article all abou ..read more
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Small Steps Towards a Healthier You and a Healthier Earth (Plant-Based Diets Part 3)
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1y ago
In honor of Earth Day, which was on April 22, I’ve been devoting this blog all month to some of the many ways that we can show a little care for this beautiful planet we live on, through our food choices. Week 1 was all about how a plant-based diet is better for our planet. Week 2 explained the personal health benefits of plant-based diets. This week, we’re talking about how to make these goals a reality. It’s all fine and good to understand the facts and read the numbers, but the truth is that food is so closely intertwined with our culture, childhood, and everyday lives, that making big ch ..read more
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Happy Earth Day! Personal Changes for the Public Good (Plant-Based Diets Part 2)
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In honor of Earth Day (April 22), this month I am blogging all about how we can show a little care for this beautiful planet we live on, through our food choices. Be sure to check out last week’s post if you missed it, where we discussed the global impact that animal and dairy production have on our environment. Here are a few more ways that we can show our planet a little love through food choices: Buy local produce: enjoy produce that is in season in your area Eat fewer packaged food products Reduce food waste. Wasted food = wasted energy. These small steps are important and meaningful ..read more
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A Sustainable Planet Through Food (Plant-Based Diets Part 1)
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In honor of Earth Day, which is coming up on April 22, we’re going to spend the next few weeks discussing ways in which we can show a little care for this beautiful planet we live on, through our food choices. Fortunately, one of the best ways to make an impact on our global food system is, in fact, a very straight-forward one: adopt a plant-based diet. Here is a great quote from one of my favorite forward-thinking organizations, The Plantrician Project: “The good news: The dietary lifestyle that’s the most health promoting and disease fighting is also what’s sustainable and enables us to f ..read more
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Fresh and Light Easter Side Dishes
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1y ago
With Easter coming up, we’re getting super excited for spring flavors like green peas, fresh asparagus, baby carrots, fresh herbs, and tender spring lettuces. As you know, we are big fans of the idea that even rich, decadent holiday meals can be made a little healthier through the use of quality ingredients and by making the effort to incorporate plenty of vegetables into the meal. While you likely have a few Easter family-favorites - cheesy potatoes, deviled eggs, glazed ham, to name a few - it’s never too late to introduce your family to some healthier new traditions to share the spotlight ..read more
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Non-Dairy Milks and How to Use Them: Part 2
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Last week, we talked about the basics of plant-based milks and some of the points to consider when choosing a type/brand to use at home. This week, we’re delving deeper into the flavor profiles of the most common types you can buy at the store, and how we like to use them when cooking for our Meal Delivery Clients. I’ll also share how I like to use them at home in smoothies, cereals, and even macaroni and “cheese”. For those of you who like to put in the extra effort, at the end of this post we’ve provided you with a recipe to make your own almond or cashew milk at home. Without further ado ..read more
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Non-Dairy Milks and How to Use Them: Part 1
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1y ago
There are many great reasons why you might find yourself avoiding dairy products: allergies, health concerns, or ethical reasons, to name a few. Luckily, there are plenty of excellent and delicious Plant-Based "milks" available at your grocery store. Through our Meal Delivery Service, we prepare food for many individuals with dietary restrictions, and this experience has taught us that certain varieties are better for certain applications. So, if you have ever found yourself staring at the many options lining the shelves of your supermarket and are confused about where to start, look no furt ..read more
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