No-Cook Meals
Mango Peach Smoothie
A nasty, little virus knocked on our door a few days ago and my younger son was hit rather hard. After a couple days of not eating much, he requested a smoothie last night (as well as last week’s bread…couldn’t pull that one off in time!). I had one more mango on hand–his favorite–so I…
Kale Salad with Peanut Dressing
Addiction, obsessions…call them what you may. I have several of them pertaining to food, some of them more virtuous than others. Kale is one of the virtuous ones. (Most of the non-virtuous ones pertain to ice cream and chocolate, and I have much to say about them at a later date.) My family has eaten…
The Watermelon Radish
This is a radish like no other. Slicing into one reveals something that looks just like a watermelon. Alas, the name: the watermelon radish! A hearty cold-weather crop, they are available throughout the winter months. Sweet, crisp and beautiful, they are perfect to snack on and make a special side on a dinner plate, requiring…
Apple-Cinnamon Protein Smoothie
When Chobani’s new apple-cinnamon yogurt came out a while back, I thought it would be tasty in a smoothie. This is a fun diversion from my typical go-to smoothie flavors, and I have a favorite way to turn it into a smoothie that really reminds me of fall: When I make baked apples, I blend…
