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Get to the Root of It!

What is your perception of “root vegetables?” Some might say, “I’m not even sure what qualifies as a root vegetable.”  Others say, “I have no idea what to do with many of them.”  And, of course, we can’t leave out the most common reaction…“they taste like dirt!” As the weather turns cooler and the holiday […]

The Sides Can Steal the Show!

Have you started planning your Thanksgiving menu yet? If so, have you thought about how colorful your holiday table will be this year? During a recent cooking demo, I showed one of our all-time favorite holiday recipes:  the Christmas Quinoa Salad, loaded with vibrant colors, flavors, and textures.  I shared about how, when I was […]

Don’t Skip a Beet!

Let’s face it – when it comes to beets, some people love them, and others don’t. Some love their earthy sweetness.  Others wrinkle their face and say, “they taste like dirt.” We used to be in the “beet hater” camp.  Now?  We absolutely love them!  So, if you or someone you know THINK they don’t […]

Are You Neophobic?

What are you afraid of? Maybe it’s arachnophobia (the fear of spiders) or a fierce case of acrophobia (a fear of heights).  There’s another common phobia that we don’t hear much about, but we may all suffer from to a certain degree… food neophobia! (or the fear of eating new or unfamiliar foods). Yes, there […]

Microgreens: Big Benefits in a Small Package!

Have you ever watched cooking shows or read food magazines and noticed those tiny, vibrant leafy greens that chefs use as the finishing touch on their dishes? They look a little bit like sprouts, but they are actually much different… …they are microgreens! Microgreens have been growing in popularity and are now available at many […]

Does Color Matter?

We have all heard the advice:   “Eat the Rainbow”   Of course, we are NOT talking about the rainbow found in a bag of Skittles or a box of “magically delicious” Lucky Charms!  And, let’s face it, color is typically NOT a good thing when it comes to processed foods.  Whenever you see Blue […]

Where the Magic Happens!

When is the last time you or someone you know said, “I don’t like ________”?   Last month?  Last week?   Maybe it was yesterday, or maybe even earlier today! We are not exaggerating when we say we hear this just about EVERY SINGLE DAY.  And, believe it or not, we totally get it!  We […]