Some people have asked how I spend so little on food; the truth is, it’s a combination of things: I shop on sale. If I see staples I use regularly are on sale, I’ll stock up. I’m not picky. I …
Going Gluten Free: Cranberry Pecan Pumpkin Muffins
Some of you may have noticed that my recipes are frequently gluten free. That’s because I’m slowly going gluten free (and feeling much better as I go!). I’ve found a lot of ways to substitute high gluten things in my …
Easy Veggie Side: Roasted Corn Salad
While shopping last week I saw some beautiful sweet yellow corn on sale. There are plenty of shortcuts to make corn salads without having to husk and cook your own corn (canned, frozen), but the taste and texture of freshly …
PSA: World Food Day
Today is World Food Day, celebrated each year on the establishment anniversary of the UN’s Food & Agriculture Organization. It’s estimated that over 1 billion men, women and children are hungry & malnourished around the world, and as many as …
Pantry Raid: Hearty Lentil Stew
Today, I came home from work craving something to chase away the cold, rainy gloom. A quick peek in pantry yielded some red lentils, and the fridge held the remnants of a soup from last week (carrots, celery and onions). …
Asian-Style Tuna Steak
As you’ve probably figured out by now, I’m a fan of easy and flavorful recipes. I also like recipes that are flexible and allow me to use the same flavor profile with multiple items. This is one of my go-to …
Easy Veggie Side: Broccoli Salad
I am not a fan of mayonnaise-based salads (or mayo in general), so I try to get creative with coleslaw, potato salad and the like. This broccoli salad is similar to one my friend NS makes, but with an oil-vinegar …
Chicken Soup Fake-Out
Many people in my office has been sick over the last few weeks, and after waking up and feeling icky yesterday I decided to play it safe and take the day off (I’m thinking now it’s allergies but jury is …
Penny Pinching Tip #2: Cooking for Numero Uno
I find that cooking (or baking) is quite cathartic after a long day at work. For this reason, I cook dinner for myself on a regular basis, at least 2-3 times per week, if not more. Cooking for one can …
Pantry Raid: Potluck Rice Pilaf
This weekend I celebrated the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, during which many have a custom to eat their festive meals (lunch an dinner) in a sukkah. As not everyone has a sukkah, meals are usually quite large and done potluck …