Nutrition

Three blueberry scones on a white plate with a small bowl of blueberries.

Blueberry Ginger Scones: Simply Scrumptious

07/31/2014
I'm always sad when strawberry season ends. Happily, the berry love keeps coming when other...
Breakfast / Diet / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science
A glass bowl filled with dried tea leaves on a striped cloth.

Za’atar: The Beginning of Something Beautiful

07/24/2014
Did you know that za’atar actually refers to Origanum syriacum, a perennial plant indigenous to the Middle East? ...
Diet / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe
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
A refreshing pink cocktail with ice, lime wedges, and a salted rim.

Summer Cocktails Starring Local Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs (Slide Show)

05/23/2014
A lot of articles on cocktails have been flitting across my newsfeed as we approach...
Cocktails / Drinks / Farmers' markets / Food / Nutrition / Recipe / Summer
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
Seared scallops served on a rich, creamy sauce with herbs and crispy bits.

Seared Scallops with Moroccan Spices, Red Lentils, and Sweet Potatoes

04/09/2014
Welcome! I’m currently working on my second book, so my blog posts come less frequently than...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Seafood / Soup
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