In these light and tasty recipes, omega-3s—found in oils, nuts, even fruits and vegetables—take center stage Science folks knew for many years that omega-3 fatty acids were necessary for the normal development of brain, eyes, and nerves in humans, but nobody paid a whole lot of attention to them until the 1970s. Then, a study Read More
An unbelievably healthy yet completely yummy salad is great served with fish or as a go-to light meal. Serves 4 2 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp. Barlean’s Lignan Flaxseed Oil 1 tsp. walnut oil 1 Tbs. lemon juice 1 Tbs. rice wine vinegar 3 cups finely shredded Tuscan black Read More
Serve this vividly colored dish with wild rice and the Tuscan Kale and Avocado Salad for an extra wallop of omega-3s. Serves 4 1 cup Italian parsley leaves 2 handfuls of fresh baby spinach 2 Tbs. olive oil 1 Tbs. lemon juice 1 tsp. microplaned lemon zest 4 6-oz. pieces of wild-caught salmon Read More
Tips for picking the best seasonal produce, plus fantastic summer salad ideas As a private chef, usually working in a staffed household, I’m often asked this question: “Do you do the shopping yourself?” My reply is always the same: “Absolutely! That’s where it all starts!” And nowhere is that selection process more vital than in Read More
This tasty re-imagining of the Greek classic uses French feta. Serves 4 ¼ cup red wine vinegar 1 Tbs. lemon juice 1 Tbs. Dijon mustard 2 tsp. dried oregano ¼ cup Greek olive oil 3 Tbs. safflower oil salt and pepper 8 cups hearts of romaine, torn into pieces 6 Read More
This savory, refreshing salad is the perfect accompaniment to almost any al fresco meal. Use heirloom tomatoes in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Serves 6 1 English cucumber 1 Tbs. red wine vinegar ¼ cup olive oil ½ cup coarsely chopped basil leaves 2 lb. heirloom tomatoes 4 cups baby arugula leaves, loose Read More
These classic Southern recipes make it easy to get your greens If you’ve spent any time in Deep South, then you know that a “mess o’ greens” is a classic sidedish. And for luck and good fortune, you simply must have black-eyed peas and greens. The cruciferous veggies usually found in the stewpot are a Read More
