The word "Minestrone" comes from the word "Minestra," which means dish up and serve. There are variations ranging from thick and dense to more of a broth. It was originally known as Cucina Povera - or cuisine for the poor. A peasant may have killed a rabbit, or another type of meat used the bones as broth and cooked up a soup made with beans and available … [Read more...]
Why Is Veganism Growing in Popularity among Boomers?
While it is true that the majority of people are embracing veganism between the age of 16 and 64, around 2% of vegans in the US are aged 55 or over. In America, around 4% make the switch from an omnivore lifestyle for spiritual reasons, 19% for dietary reasons, and 77% for ethical reasons. If you are thinking of going vegan, rest assured, you are not alone. The … [Read more...]
Baby Beet and Quinoa Salad
I love making the Baby Beet and Quinoa salad recipe featured below. It's not only beautiful to look at but amazingly nutritious as well. The Ancient Romans used beets as an aphrodisiac. They contain the mineral Boron, which is related to the production of human sex hormones. Beets also purify your blood, and will naturally cleanse and detoxify your body. Enjoy this … [Read more...]
Garbanzo Beans Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
One of my go-to potluck dishes that everyone raves about is the tangy Garbanzo Beans Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes featured below. It's super easy to make and wonderfully tangy. Enjoy this Recipe! If you love chickpeas, as I do, you may also want to try my Tuscan Garbanzo Bell Pepper Soup. The health benefits of garbanzo beans Garbanzo beans are always a healthy … [Read more...]
Radicchio and Arugula Salad
After my trip to Italy and a visit to the Campo di Fiori open produce market in Rome, I was inspired to create a Radicchio and Arugula Salad. It's simple but contains Italian favorites like Gorgonzola cheese and fennel. Enjoy this recipe! Salad isn’t served before a meal in Italy, but rather after the meal as a digestive. You won't find it soaked in dressing … [Read more...]
