Yesterday was Super Bowl 59. We ate lots of dips - plant-based & healthy, but still chips & dip. So today we're having soup. This is another new recipe I've been playing with for my 2025 year of PLAY. It has a few steps but nothing complicated & the end result is so worth it. … Continue reading Meatless Monday: Broccoli Soup (vegan)
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Meatless Monday: Zesty White Bean & Pasta Soup
During 2025, I intend to indulge my playfulness through culinary curiosity. I love to cook, so let's try new things. I thought I'd try three new recipes per month, yet already I've tried seven. Here's one that hit right out of the gate! 3 sticks celery2 medium carrots1/2 medium onion1/2 medium zucchini 2 cloves garlic, … Continue reading Meatless Monday: Zesty White Bean & Pasta Soup
More NYC
We crammed so much fun into just a few days that my heart and head are full of NYC... Since we returned, I've been posting pictures and reflections (art, architecture, history, public spaces, etc) over on Instagram. Follow me there for more: @sivricketts. And meanwhile, settle into fall with a delicious, healthy, and oh-so-easy Cauliflower … Continue reading More NYC
Meatless Monday – Berry Muffins
Once a month I teach the preschool Sunday school class. Yesterday's lesson was about being fearfully and wonderfully made in God's image, which means we are smart, and helpful, and creative (among other things). We focused on the "creative" part and gave the kids lots of time to paint with watercolors, or color, or make … Continue reading Meatless Monday – Berry Muffins
Meatless Monday: Plant-Based Challenge Wk3
When you come to appreciate the wisdom of planning ahead because a) you get sick and b) you hadn't planned adequately enough... I enjoy meal planning and prepping on Sundays. But last Sunday would be followed by a day-off Monday, so less need. Plus, I felt slightly under the weather, so napping took priority. Hence … Continue reading Meatless Monday: Plant-Based Challenge Wk3
Meatless Monday – Plant-Based Challenge Wk2
Set it and forget it. In other words, plan ahead. Week 2 started with a bang. I gave myself the twin gifts of time and money by skipping the store and meal planning with what I already had. The week's theme foods included wheat, chickpeas and squash, so I landed on pumpkin; I spent Sunday … Continue reading Meatless Monday – Plant-Based Challenge Wk2
Meatless Monday – 21-Day Plant-Based Challenge
This is my third year in the three-week plant-based challenge run by UC Davis Integrative Medicine. I love that a major California university is charging ahead with cutting edge research and practical nutritional information, including regular blog posts, webinars, and this annual challenge that truly challenges my eating habits. Because, counter-cultural as it may be, … Continue reading Meatless Monday – 21-Day Plant-Based Challenge
Meatless Monday – Spinach Artichoke White Bean Dip
Well, this day did not go to plan! Guy left this morning for a full week of travel. So of course, not one, but TWO cars to which I had access didn't work. Commence panic attack: I'm Stranded! After I pulled myself together from a toddler-worthy temper tantrum, I calmed down and decided to take … Continue reading Meatless Monday – Spinach Artichoke White Bean Dip
Meatless Monday – Cherry Berry Banana Green Smoothie
A few months ago I read that a shot of cherry juice before bed could help with insomnia. So when I saw cherry juice on sale at Costco, I added it to the cart. But we're tired and forget to a) drink it and b) make anything resembling scientific study when we happen to remember … Continue reading Meatless Monday – Cherry Berry Banana Green Smoothie
Meatless Monday – Tomato Soup
I was in a funk. The kiddo was sick and the day's plans dashed. After walking the dogs, I decided to cook the rest of the day away. I created some lovely food, and the acts of creating and serving those I love helped lift the gray clouds from my atmosphere. C19 had called from … Continue reading Meatless Monday – Tomato Soup