It's always amazing how many things are at our disposal. We've got more nutrient-dense foods growing in our backyards, that we didn't plant, mind you, than we know what to do with. Here's a snapshot of the many ways I like to add a little dandelion to my diet.

I love shortcuts! The convenience, the accessibility, and the speed are always attractive; however, I've never been a big fan of the health sacrifices of pre-packaged foods. Here's my recipe for fresh and healthy tomato paste.

I love avocados and I love tomatillos; and what better way to eat them than in a mouthwatering soup, gazpacho-style! In this recipe I'm going to walk you through my simple steps to making a soup that's second to none and bursting with flavor.

The other day I had a hankering for something new; something sweet, savory, smoky, and tangy all at once. Armed with a skillet, pineapple and mango chunks and a healthy appetite, this is what I did.

I've always been a fan of Sloppy Joe's ever since I was a kid and my Aunt introduced it to me and my cousins on one of our summer family outings. I always like to relive those dishes with vegetarian ingredients and, of course, my own twist. Here's my take on it.

Although it may sound kind of regular vegetarian farish, but trust me, my take on these simple sound ingredients will knock your socks off! Full of vibrant color and flavor this dish will have you coming back for more again and again.

I've gotten literally thousands of questions over the years on vegetarianism and how to successfully navigate the ever-growing labyrinth of information. I figured it would be a great idea to create a series focused on the ins and outs of vegetarianism and the 'how tos' around it.

I just visited with family over the weekend, where we all flexed our culinary muscles and turned out some great food. One of the things I created was a spicy, smoky salsa. It's very simple and quite addictive. Here's how I did it.

Asparagus can deliver a world of good to a well deserving palate. I've got just the thing to pick it up it's complexities that not only plates well, but tastes great!

Dipping sauces can add a complex element to your dishes. Every now and then the mother of invention shows up in my kitchen. This is the case with this recipe. I didn't have our usual array of ingredients to work with, so I had to improvise. I loved it and I know you will too!