Southwest Black Bean and Quinoa Salad

Southwest Black Bean and Quinoa Salad

I had a hankering for a southwest beans and rice-type dish.  But rather than rice, I decided on quinoa.  Quinoa is so versatile.  It isn’t a grain, but it tastes like one.  It is an ancient seed crop from the Andes.  What is unique about quinoa is that it is the...
Purple Heaven – My Kind Of Coleslaw

Purple Heaven – My Kind Of Coleslaw

What’s the best coleslaw you ever had?  Mine is Purple Heaven – a combination of purple and green cabbage with a sweet tangy surprise.  It’s the perfect accompaniment to shredded chicken or pulled pork, or just as a side. I recently had a...
Gluten Free Oatmeal Berry Muffins

Gluten Free Oatmeal Berry Muffins

This time of year berries are in every grocery store at good prices.  I really enjoy eating them.  And it doesn’t hurt that they are also low-glycemic and vitamin packed!  I decided to make gluten free oatmeal berry muffins since I had a hankering and my husband...
Tizzy Liscious Carob Cookies

Tizzy Liscious Carob Cookies

My friend Liz Pilotto is a woman of many talents.  She cuts hair and helps me and others to look their very best (she’s a miracle worker), she is an expert in therapeutic oils, she knows almost everything about holistic health, and she’s a great cook.  She...
Versatile and Creamy Avocado Dressing

Versatile and Creamy Avocado Dressing

I was inspired to make a southwest chicken salad and thought a creamy avocado dressing sounded like just the ticket.  OMG – did I ever score with this one – if I do say so myself.  This dressing is so rich and creamy.  And versatile too.  You can use it as...