The Humble Collard Green
melissa2026-10-04T10:28:45-06:00Today we have a beautiful rain storm here and we are so happy for it. And since the trees still have their winter look, a warm dish for dinner is the plan. A few years
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Day 8 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project
melissa2026-10-04T08:32:29-06:00Today is sea veggie day (at least in my world). The always over-looked-yet-so-good-for-you veggie group. Full of vitamins and minerals, they are low calorie and high fiber. Add kombu to your bean recipes to enhance
Butterflies in your stomach? Sick to your stomach? I have a gut feeling about this!
melissa2026-10-04T05:54:23-06:00June 2019 Newsletter Re-post I do hope this newsletter finds you well. As I write this first sentence, I realize we often say that we wish each other well or we ask if all is
Day 23 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project
melissa2026-10-04T04:17:04-06:00The grapefruit at the framer's market were so lovely, I had to try this soup and it is soooo satisfying. And ever since my friend Kim gave me this beautiful lemon olive oil, I am
30 Days, 30 Soups
melissa2026-10-04T04:07:56-06:00For the next 30 days I will post one soup recipe each day - starting the new year off with easy, tasty ways to bring veggies into our day. First up is a soup using
Day 4 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project
melissa2026-10-04T02:29:27-06:00Apple Fennel Soup Slightly sweet and savory - whats not to love. Enjoy
Day 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project
melissa2026-10-04T02:19:27-06:00Okroshka - Cold Kefir Soup From Russia While it may be the dead of winter for many of you, the sun was shining bright and it was warmish in Oakland so I could not resist
Be Aware of Liquid Calories
melissa2026-10-04T02:18:23-06:00Liquid meals and snacks are quick to prepare and easy to consume on the go – the ideal solution for our modern, multitasking way of living. From juicing and smoothies to sports recovery drink or
Medical & Recreational Cannabis Tip
melissa2026-10-04T01:36:03-06:00I live in an area where medical and recreational marijuana (cannabis) is now legal. With all of the news, I have been wondering if the addition of recreational cannabis will stir more people to explore
Indulge and Do Good
melissa2026-10-04T01:00:58-06:00The holidays are generally a time when we ignore all of the good habits we have set for ourselves...but why not indulge and do good at the same time?! This plan will make it far