Vegetables

A bowl of fresh guacamole with tortilla chips and black beans.

Heart-Healthy Guacamole: Nutrition Facts and Video How-to

Who knew that healthy eating could include guacamole, of all things? Yes it can! Because...
Mini chocolate and corn clusters on a plate.

Take the Chili Challenge: Nachos, the P.K. Way

Last week I wrote about the joys of making chili, a fabulous winter staple of...
Bowl of spicy chili topped with shredded cheese

Making Chili: Get Creative and Make It Your Own

Veggies, beans, protein, and even whole grains can all be added to chili in combinations...
Kale salad with roasted Brussels sprouts and chickpeas

Kale and Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad with Almonds

Healthy Holidays Begin with Vegetables As we head toward the holidays, I'll write a few...
Paneer and vegetable snack squares garnished with herbs

Farm to Fork Finale: Starring Squash and Whole Grains

My Contribution: A Savory Tart with Roasted Squash, Braised Beet Greens,...
Golden scallops, wilted greens, creamy puree

Seared Scallops with Winter Squash Purée and Sautéed Radish Greens

Eating locally brings different vegetables and fruits to your table almost weekly, stimulating ideas for...
Three pumpkin whoopie pies with cream filling on a colorful plate.

Weekend Whoopie

Now, now people, I'm talking about whoopie pies, those sweet little concoctions of "is it...
Small orange pumpkins and squash in baskets

At the Copley Square Market: A Photo Montage

If you've been following this blog, you know that I speak frequently and enthusiastically about...
Buckets of yellow flowers with bundled orange produce

Black Friday for Foodies

Copley Square Famers' Market (Boston, Massachusetts) I always arrive at the...
Spicy tomato chili with sour cream dollop

Eggplant, Part 2: Metamorphosis | Roasted Eggplant Soup

I love leftovers!  I really do. In fact, I specifically cook most things to have...