Latest Bites

Pan-Fried Japanese Turnips

Pan-Fried Japanese Turnips

When it comes to cooking with fresh veggies, almost nothing makes me happier than using the WHOLE vegetable, from leaf to root. If you know me well, you know I HATE throwing away food. (Did you know that almost 40% of the food grown in 

Better Snickerdoodle Bites – Like a Bite of Cookie Dough…But Better

Better Snickerdoodle Bites – Like a Bite of Cookie Dough…But Better

I’ve been making these “better cookie dough bites” for years now, in multiple flavors, all for good reason. My better cookie dough bites are simply delicious little bite sized sweet treats made with great ingredients, and they truly are one of my favorite better-for-you desserts. 

How to Fight Food Waste: A 10-Step Guide

How to Fight Food Waste: A 10-Step Guide

For me, a better bite is an informed bite. So, let’s talk about one of the things regarding food that upsets me the most in life – food waste. Did you know that about 40% of the food grown in America ends up in landfills?! 

My FAVORITE 3 Ingredient Sweet Snack – Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

My FAVORITE 3 Ingredient Sweet Snack – Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates

My love of dates is no secret. I adore dates for a number of reasons. They offer natural sweetness and an addictive chewy texture, which makes them great for snacking on them as is or using them as an ingredient when making sweet treats. Even 

Turmeric Ginger Lemonade

Turmeric Ginger Lemonade

A classic warm-weather drink gets an anti-inflammatory makeover with this refreshing Turmeric Ginger Lemonade. And hey, if you ever needed proof that turmeric can be enjoyed in more beverages than just lattes, here it is.

Nut and Seed Granola

Nut and Seed Granola

Ahh granola…one of the many dubious breakfast foods that are marketed to make us all believe is healthy, when in fact is often loaded with cheap saturated fats and refined sugars. I love a good smoothie bowl in the morning, and so the need for 

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats. Plus, why you should always keep cans in your pantry!

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats. Plus, why you should always keep cans in your pantry!

Canned pumpkin puree is NOT just for baking pies and muffins in the fall. Today, it’s the star ingredient in my Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats. And yes, its mid spring here in New York…Not sorry.