What’s for dinner? The age old question. My foodie super powers sometimes fail me. Beans again? Oatmeal again? Tofu baked, stir fried, or grilled? Not again. Let’s be honest, we all get bored with cooking and eating. When I ate meat, I got bored with chicken and beef too. Sure, sometimes I want to order…
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The Whole Food Plant Based Diet Menu
I know, I know. Yes, I was on the BrightLine Eating Plan last month and now I’m telling you that I’m on a whole food plant based diet. I actually got a little obsessive about my eating on BrightLine so I stopped. I’ve lost 7 pounds with just the WFPB diet with no obsessing. Go…
BrightLine Eating Week 1 Free From Sugar
How do you feel, Doc? I paid to take the 14 day challenge at BrightLine Eating. I wanted a good start for my sugar and flour free adventure. I am not affiliated with BrightLine and my menus are compliant but not sanctioned by BrightLine. I feel a little fatigued from the low calories. I haven’t…
What’s for Dinner Doc? A Weekly Menu
I can’t believe that December is upon us. I’m watching snow videos sent from Nevada while enjoying mild temperatures in Baja. I do miss a good blizzard but only if I don’t have to go anywhere. I hope my menu gives you a few ideas to try this week. Planning is everything when you’re committed…
Parmesan Cabrilla, Pesto Crashed Potatoes and Asparagus, One Pan Dinner
Cabrilla is a type of grouper found in the Sea of Cortez, Baja. The large flake white flesh is on the firm side with a mild taste. I think it’s similar to Alaskan cod or halibut. We paid approximately $7 a pound which is expensive for fish here. I couldn’t find a lemon for…
Cranberry Mint Mojita Mocktail
I’m celebrating the start of the Loreto Bay CSA with a refreshing mocktail made with fresh mint from my basket of greens, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, Swiss chard and bunches of fresh herbs. Whether you chose to live as a sober rebel or not, it’s always nice to offer an alcohol free “mocktail” to your…
La Gringa’s Weekly Menu, Mostly South Beach
I’m back in Baja and Sunday is our hunting and gathering day. The outdoor market is open and the vegetables were fresh. In the U.S. I create a weekly menu and then shop for the ingredients. In Mexico, I gather what I can find and then create a menu. Baja shopping tip: The winds have…
What’s For Dinner? Ratatouille With Chicken
Ratatouille With Chicken Slice eggplant, peppers, zucchini, tomatoes into thin slices. I used cherry tomatoes and left them whole. Cut chicken breast into 1 inch pieces and lightly salt and pepper. Drizzle olive oil in a baking dish. Layer vegetables, basil leaves and chicken in the baking dish. Bake for 40 minutes in a 375…
The Main Attraction: Flavor Packed Superfood Salads
Im taking my nutrient packed salad to Fiesta Friday where you too can find amazing recipes and inspiration @TheNoviceGardener.com You can easily make a main dish salad using any fruits and greens that are fresh. When I shop for produce, I always have salad in mind. We eat some raw and some cooked vegetables every…
Smoked Salmon and Shrimp Chowder
I adapted this recipe from Fine Cooking Magazine’s recipe for Smoked Salmon and Leek Chowder. Their version called for whole milk, 3 tablespoons of butter and heavy cream. Try reducing the cream and butter in most recipes to reduce the saturated fat and calories. Substitute olive oil for some of the butter to increase the…
What's for dinner, Doc? 