Plums are in their sweet, succulent prime at the farmers’ market. Aside from berries, they are my absolute favorite fruit. I just love their juicy flesh enveloped by that tart, colorful skin. And that’s the best part about them – the skin is loaded with pectin which keeps things moving (think prunes;-)
I have been behind with my writing lately, and other than school taking all of my food-loving-creative-energy (a good thing,) and the passing of a friend’s beloved pet (gosh, those hit hard)…I’ll get back to it. That said, I realize I am sending two desserts in a row (of course you know I favor them;-) and this one includes coconut, which you also know I am just plain nuts for. Click to continue »
Happy Earth Day! What are you doing for this holiday? While that might not mean ‘day off work…’ it IS a reason to celebrate, for all that we do, eat, and live by is a result of how we nurture it. Since my mission is all about ‘promoting a healthy appetite for a thriving planet,’ I thought it was only fitting that I devote this post to food as it relates to the earth (and, as you know, they are intricately connected.) Click to continue »
