I recently shared some simple, spiced, sauteed mushrooms on my Instagram stories and so many of you wanted the recipe so despite it being a no recipe recipe, here we are! Daily intake of mushrooms is associated with a lower cancer risk. They are also great for our gut microbiome and our immune system andRead more
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It’s Thanksgiving! And soup season! And this soup is everything you need this week and beyond. It’s luxuriously creamy without heavy cream, complexly flavorful with warming, aromatic, antioxidant rich spices and super good for your body, mind and soul. I hope you dig it. Happy Thanksgiving! Speedy Spiced Butternut Squash Soup RECIPE YieldservesRead more
This post is sponsored by Spindrift which pairs beautifully with these comforting, delectable tacos. Check out Spindrift’s vibrant flavors here. Chana Masala Tacos because I was craving a Taste of Home. Home is India. Home is Brooklyn. So a Taste Of Home naturally combines flavors from both my homes. Home is a feeling whereRead more
Aloo Muttar or potato and peas is a dish I grew up eating in India and it’s easy to whip up and totally delicious. If you’re on social media you are likely no stranger to the nutrition wars and frankly, misinformation that is making so many folks feel overwhelmed and confused about what to eatRead more
Welcome to a new series where I spice up the classics for greater health benefits and flavor. I love a good, comforting bowl of potato leek soup but I wanted to up the ante. I layered in anti-inflammatory turmeric, black pepper to add a nice bite, but also to improve the bioavailability of the turmericRead more
Quinoa is an ancient superfood or technically a super‘seed’ classified as a whole grain. It’s been cultivated for 5000 years across the Andean region of South America. It has complete plant protein (all 9 essential amino acids), fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients making it a nutrition powerhouse. Unfortunately many people think it’s bla and stayRead more
This Chickpea Shakshuka is made plant-based with chickpeas instead of eggs. Don’t get me wrong I do eat eggs and like them but if I can add more fiber to a meal without compromising on flavor I’m going to do it. This was DELICIOUS. I hope you love it too RECIPE Yieldserves 4 Ingredients 1Read more
Star anise contains Shikimic acid which when combined with quercetin (found in things like onions and apples) has anti-viral properties. Ginger contains immunity-supporting phytochemicals, and of course turmeric and cumin and chile too. They all come together in this easy soup that is tasty, cozy and deliciously healing for the body and soul. RECIPE YieldservesRead more
Snow day cardamom oat crepes for the kiddos and the whole fam. Made with wholesome ingredients and totally delish. Stay warm and cozy, especially all my friends in the north east. RECIPE Yieldserves 4 Ingredients 1 cup of oat flour 1 cup of milk 2 eggs a pinch of salt a dash of vanilla 1Read more
As an omnivore who has eaten the original Shepherd’s Pie I’m just going to say that this might be even better. YUM! Plus it’s packed with fiber-rich lentils and veggies that your gut microbes will adore. And your taste buds won’t be mad either! RECIPE Yieldserves 4 Ingredients 2 cups of brown lentils 1Read more
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