Category Archives: Gluten-free

Kale, Avocado, Apple and Toasted Almond and Nori Salad

I am somewhat of a Valentine’s Day Scrooge. It’s not because Valentine’s Day is coming up and I don’t have a date. In fact, I’m currently in an awesome relationship with someone that makes my heart squeeze with so much affection that sometimes I feel like it may burst. I think the concept of designating...

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Tofu and Roasted Brussels Sprouts in a Sweet Chili Sauce

Brussels sprouts have an unfairly bad rep. I’m convinced it’s because they tend to be overcooked, resulting in a bland ball of green mushy mush. Am I right? Anyone I’ve talked to who’s ever had a perfectly browned, just fork-tender piece of b-sprout loves the little nuggets. Another unfortunate fact is that a lot of...

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Thai Green Curry with Eggplant

If you love eggplant and Thai curries, make this now. Make this now. Make this now! For the longest time I thought I disliked Thai green curry. I think I ordered a green curry dish at a Thai restaurant many years ago and must have had an unsatisfying experience that stuck. For some reason, when...

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Tofu, Coconut Quinoa and Spinach Salad

Hello 2011. It’s such a relief to see that you have arrived. There were a few rough patches for me in 2010, and it’s important for me to peaceably close the book on 2010 in order to face 2011 with renewed energy and focus. The biggest lessons I learned this past year are that I’m...

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Heidi’s Chocolate (Pecan) Puddle Cookies

These cookies. These cookies are some of the naughtiest cookies I’ve ever come across. They should be declared illegal – they’re that good. I actually feel irresponsible for sharing the recipe with you. These cookies were brilliantly conceived by one of my favorite food bloggists, Heidi Swanson. And they are aptly named because when you...

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