Lamb Sausage StirFry We are so fortunate to live in the community of Marquette, Michigan where farm to table is the “way of life”; buying food from cooperative farms is the “norm” and food bought from vendors and delis is clean, unadulterated, wholesome and just plain “good for you”! My Lamb Sausage StirFry combines foods purchased from all […]
Pea,Pickle,Potato Salad
Pea,Pickle,Potato Salad My Pea,Pickle,Potato Salad is a sublime addition to the summer holiday fare! Perfect with any grilled meat and a great stand alone vegan salad! Organic Yukon gold potatoes and fresh peas in the pod combined with tart dill pickles, fresh chives and all dressed up with a mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard combination make this a salad to prepare […]
Seafood Paella with Spring Vegetables
I have made so many versions of Paella and everyone of them is full of flavor, uniquely spiced and laden with super nutritious vegetables and proteins! My Seafood Paella with Spring Vegetables is a wonderful springtime variation filled with peas, green beans, artichokes, calamari, shrimp and just a touch of sausage, all nestled in a pan of saffron seasoned […]
Fried Wild Rice with Mint and Lentil Sprouts
Fried Wild Rice with Mint and Lentil Sprouts What to do with left over rice? My Fried Wild Rice with Mint and Lentil Sprouts is not only super healthy but is the solution for using left over cooked rices,combining with organic vegetables and spices and reinventing a rice dish that is a perfect accompaniment to grilled fish or […]
Farro,White Bean and Artichoke Salad
Farro,White Bean and Artichoke Salad Farro,White Bean and Artichoke Salad is a healthy is a simple recipe and a healthy addition to your diet! Artichokes are in season; and they are so healthy for you! Artichokes health benefits include balancing blood glucose levels,improving liver function,aiding digestion, helping with hypertension as a diuretic, lowering cholesterol […]
Cucumber Asparagus Salad
It’s asparagus season!! Enjoy this healthy vegetable as much as you can during the season. Asparagus is full of fiber and protein, a rich source of vitamins A and B and K and the antioxidant glutathione as well as many trace minerals! These nutrients help to maintain a healthy immune system, good vision, healthy kidneys, […]
Tuna Potato Pea Salad with Fennel and Sprouts
Tuna Potato Pea Salad with Fennel and Sprouts Tuna Potato Pea Salad with Fennel and Sprouts,usher in Spring with this healthy,protein rich, and vegetable forward nutritious salad! My Tuna Potato Pea Salad with Fennel and Sprouts is loaded with nutritious organic steamed cauliflower, potatoes, fresh or frozen peas and green beans; then combined with olive […]
Healthy Grain and Legume Salads
Ayocote Bean and Corn Salad, Soba and Edamame Salad Healthy Grain and Legume Salads My Simply Natural Gourmet cookbook is just full of Healthy Grain and Legume Salads! These are simple entrée salads, many of which we sold at the deli of Seacoast Natural Foods years ago! These are healthy, simple combinations of legumes, organic vegetable and grains […]
Venison Tenderloin Vegetable StirFry
My Venison Tenderloin Vegetable StirFry is a super healthy stir fry made with lean venison tenderloin, marinated in Harissa, ginger and lime, then married with organic winter vegetables and shiitake mushroom! My Venison Tenderloin Vegetable StirFry has fabulous taste and is a super healthy entrée to add to your must keep favorites. If venison is not available, substitute […]
Harissa Rice and Fava Salad with Artichokes and Olives
A super simple healthy rice and bean salad makes a perfect vegan protein! My Harissa Rice and Fava Salad with Artichokes and Olives is not only delicious but packed with protein rich fava beans, cleansing artichokes, mineral rich spinach and heart healthy olives! These nutritious superfoods are combined authentic saffron scented basmati rice, sweet grape tomatoes and a […]