Super-sized Sandwich

“Bird Food” Never Tasted So Good I hear it all the time: “Vegan food is bird food.” When my meat-loving cousin stayed with us last month, she was a great sport—totally open to trying plant-based meals. One night, while describing dinner to her boyfriend over the phone, he laughed and said: “That’s not food—that’s food’s […]

Plant Pizza

🌱 Plant Pizza: A Weekly Comfort Classic Why I Love This Lifestyle Eating a diet rich in whole, plant-based foods makes me feel fantastic — both physically and mentally. I don’t experience heaviness, inflammation, or energy crashes. Instead, I feel clear, light, and steady. The best part? I still enjoy the flavors and comfort foods […]

En-CHILL-ada Casserole: A must try.

This casserole puts the CHILL in EnCHILadas. Let’s kick things off with a photo that’s sure to make your mouth water — then I’ll show you just how easy, budget-friendly, and foolproof this recipe really is. Foolproof Enchilada Casserole Dairy-free | Gluten-Free | Low-fat | Plant-strong | Budget-friendly | Freaking delicious This is a foolproof, budget-friendly, […]

Teach a man to cook…

Ever since my husband and I moved to Hawaii for three months in September 2009 to camp on an organic coffee and mango farm, our relationship with food has never been the same. Nestled on 11 lush acres overlooking the breathtaking Kealakekua Bay, something shifted in both of us. We began to see food not […]

No-frills Double Bean Breakfast Burrito

When you’ve only got 5 minutes to throw together breakfast… you’ve got 5 whole minutes to make something nourishing. One of my go-to’s? This basic bean breakfast burrito. It’s low-fat, takes minimal prep, and keeps your belly happy. What you’ll need: How to make it: Spread the beans on the warmed tortilla. Add whole black […]

Plant-powered

Feeling my food batteries recharged after a week in Sedona with the Engine 2 team I am back in action and no one is going hungry. So far this week in my plant-based kitchen: 5 Veggie Lasagna (Whole wheat no boil noodles, Engine 2 pasta sauce, homemade creamy cashew cheese, fresh basil/eggplant/mushrooms/zucchini/tomato & frozen spinach layered […]

Engine 2 Sedona Spring Immersion

“Eat more healthfully. Engage in more activity. Allow yourself the space to think. We have assembled an incredible staff of doctors, chefs, scientists, nutritionists, fitness trainers, and more, to help you discover a more fulfilling and enjoyable lifestyle. This journey is all about customizing our tools to fit your world and leaving with a renewed […]

14 Day “Eat Better” Challenge

I’m excited to be leading a 14-Day Healthy Food Challenge for over 100 team members at work! The Challenge: Focus on eating more of the good stuff — think beans, dark leafy greens, colorful veggies, fresh fruit, whole grains, and smaller portions of lean animal protein. The Perk: This challenge is all about positivity. You […]

Fruit: The Dessert That Loves You Back

Last night, I found myself overcome by a sudden craving for a truly delectable dessert — something comforting, yet made entirely from whole, natural ingredients. After rummaging through my kitchen and surveying what was available, my eyes landed upon a beautifully crisp Sweet Tango apple, its vibrant red and yellow hues promising a perfect balance […]

Tomato Time

’Tis the season for tomatoes—my absolute favorite! While Early Girl tomatoes hold a special place in my heart, heirloom tomatoes come in a close second for their rich flavor and stunning colors. Raw Heirloom Tomato Salad:Slice and quarter a variety of vibrant heirloom tomatoes. Toss them with fresh lemon juice and zest, deseeded and finely […]