I’m Black. Collards are to me what platanos are to Latins. It’s what green tea is to the Chinese. It’s my Sunday after church healing. ... Read More
Heart Healthy Recipes
BBQ Baked Garbanzo Beans & Roasted Potato Salad
I think Sunday type of meals are things that cook up slow, fill the house with great smells, and bring a smile to people’s faces. My BBQ ... Read More
Roasted Tomato & Mozzarella Flatbread
When it comes to quick cooking, I swear you don’t have to sacrifice flavor…at all. Not only is today’s recipe packed full of a punch with ... Read More
Spinach & Artichoke Paella
Who doesn’t love the flavors or spinach and artichoke. They’re actually super delicious thrown into a cream sauce and also as a dip. The ... Read More
Tuscan White Bean Soup With Kale
I absolutely love things that are warm and comforting. This soup is perfect for a chilly night. Not only is it a quick meal to prepare, but ... Read More
Jerk Cauliflower With Rice & White Peas
At least once a year I travel to some place in the Caribbean or West Indies. There’s nothing like island flavor and culture to really get ... Read More
Roasted Leek & Lemon Linguini
Just because you’re counting calories doesn’t mean food has to be boring. Your food can still have lots of flavor and depth. It also doesn’t ... Read More
Collard Green & Ricotta Stuffed Shells
For us meat eaters, going vegetarian for a month is much like trying to win a game of Taboo. If you focus on what you can eat versus the ... Read More
Slow Braised Greens Over Pepper Jack Grits
There’s something magical about Sundays. I’m not really sure what it is. Maybe it’s the start of a new week. Maybe it’s the ending of the ... Read More
Spicy Tortilla Soup & Skinny Cornbread
I could eat Mexican food just about every day of the week. I love a good plate of spicy, flavorful food. What’s great about Mexican cuisine ... Read More
Roasted Sweet Pepper Sandwiches
The key to a great life isn’t just one big component. If you think about it, what makes a great life is segmented components that are doing ... Read More
Zucchini Pasta With Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Sometimes, you want a nice hearty meal that fills you up, is super tasty, and is healthy at the same time. I have to admit, when you cut out ... Read More