Hubby and I went on a cruise to Bermuda and it was divine. No kids, no work — well, not much work — no cooking or chores, and lots of sleeping in and down-time. Over the years, we’ve cruised to the Bahamas and Bermuda, twice on Norwegian (Breakaway) and twice on Royal Caribbean (Grandeur of […]
Tres Hermanas Stew (Three Sisters Stew)
No, I’m not crazy.
Yes, we are in the middle of 90+ degree July heat and yes, I’m making a knock-your-socks-off, chunky stew. It’s hot. And spicy. It is the antithesis of summer-friendly food. Why, you ask? We have a sick kid at home. And we have to get her better before her big performance (in Fame) at drama summer camp. But more importantly, we have to get her better so she’s better and not sick. So that means a no-nonsense, super-nutritious pot of Tres Hermanas Stew. One that has loads of antioxidants to fight this big bad daddy of an illness. Continue Reading…
Here Comes the Sun Breakfast Quinoa
The clouds finally cleared and the sun came back. After so many rainy, dreary days, it seems like we finally have our spring. Walking this morning in the sunshine felt so darn good. I’m vitamin D-ized again. Of course I’ll be cursing the unrelenting DC heat and glare come July, but for now I’ll take the sun and all its glory with wild abandon! A super-flavorful, high-protein breakfast is perfect for this morning. Move aside ‘oatmeal’. The winter is O-V-E-R. I’ll have some quinoa cooked in almond milk, with chewy raisins, sweet apricots, and subtle flavors of vanilla and cinnamon. Topped with toasted almonds to add some crunch. Delicious. Nom, nom, nom… Continue Reading…
Garlic Braised Kale
This kale recipe is always a hit in my Kickstart Your Health classes. It’s just so darn good. Savory. Chewy. Garlicky. Salty. And it takes very little time to prepare. It’s E-A-S-Y and almost mistake-proof. Continue Reading…
Plant-based Cooking Class with Kara this Sunday – Registration is now closed
I am teaching a private cooking class in Arlington this coming Sunday, 2/28, 4-6pm. It’s called “Family-friendly Plant-based Recipes for Busy Folks”. There will be cooking demos, many recipes to sample, and giveaways! $35/person. Only 2 spaces left! Contact me at kara@ithastotastegood.com if you’d like to reserve a spot. My motto is fast-easy-tasty-healthy. Come learn […]
Hungry-man Scrambled Tofu
Hungry-man Scrambled Tofu is my take on scrambled tofu. It’s a breakfast-brunch favorite at our house, and you won’t miss the eggs at all. I make it at least once a week for hubby and me — it’s a hungry-man meal and will not disappoint! Continue Reading…
Miso Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms
Baby, it’s cold outside! Winter is here. It’s about time, huh? As I was driving home last night, the snow was blowing into my windshield sideways. Weeeeeeee — what fun! It was like flying in the Millennium Falcon with Han and Chewie a gazillion miles an hour past all those stars. Now it’s time to warm up with some tasty, mm-mmm-good soup. Here’s one of family’s favorites. Hubby likes the miso, the kids love the noodles, and I like to add extra ginger and jalapenos to mine for more pizzazz. Continue Reading…
Tempeh Broccoli Saute
You may be asking, What on earth is tempeh? Tempeh, which is originally from Indonesia, is a traditional soy product made from fermented soybeans. Soybeans are cultured and fermented and formed into a rectangular patty. Since the whole beans are retained through this process, tempeh is very high in protein, fiber, and vitamins. Continue Reading…