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Close-up of creamy dip topped with pine nuts and seasoning.

Artichoke Hummus: Super Easy, and Ready in Five Minutes

07/21/2014
Ah, hummus. Never really cared for it, truth be told. Like so many store-bought products,...
Beans / Diet / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe
A plate with a tortilla topped with cooked vegetables and meat, garnished with herbs.

Sizzling Fish Fajitas with Mango Salsa: Colorful and Delicious

05/28/2014
Despite the long list of things I need to write (don't even get me started),...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Seafood
Buffalo cauliflower bites with ranch dip and celery sticks.

Move Over, Chicken Wings: Meet Buffalo Cauliflower

05/09/2014
Never heard of buffalo cauliflower? Neither did I until a friend told me about a...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Vegetables
A colorful salad with greens, boiled egg, and assorted vegetables.

A Big Salad for Supper Goes to Southeast Asia

03/24/2014
Welcome! I’m currently working on my second book, so my blog posts come less frequently than...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Vegetables
Freshly baked blueberry bread on a colorful plate.

Irish Soda Bread, the P.K. Way (Recipe)

03/17/2014
Irish Soda Bread is a traditional favorite, and my recipe boasts whole grains and less...
Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Whole grains
A colorful bowl of mixed bean salad with avocado and tomatoes.

A Big Salad for Dinner is Officially a Thing: A Few Favorites to Inspire

03/11/2014
It feels like a long time since I've written a "big salad for supper" post....
Diet / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Salad
A bowl of stir-fried noodles with vegetables and yellow chopsticks.

Chinese Stir Fry with Szechuan Sauce and Soba Noodles

02/25/2014
Recently I found myself with a hankering for Chinese food but couldn't decide whether I...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Protein / Recipe / Vegetables
Bowl of creamy herb dip garnished with fresh chives.

Blue Cheese Dressing: Salad Indulgence, Delightful Dip

02/04/2014
I ate my share of salads when I was a kid thanks to my home-cooking...
Cheese / Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Sauces
A bowl of fresh salsa with a spoon and guacamole in the background.

Upscale Super Bowl Salsa Starring Roasted Tomatoes, Tomatillos, and Garlic

01/30/2014
When it comes to the Super Bowl, everyone loves the game-day classics, usually including such...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Sauces / Science / Vegetables / Winter
A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese and green onions.

Chili: The Comfort of Home Cooking

01/29/2014
After traveling for many weeks throughout India, all I did was eat Indian food. (Obviously.)...
Beans / Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Winter