Animal Proteins

Spicy Buffalo Chili

My dad was a big fan of preparing a BIG pot of chili on the weekends that we could eat throughout the week. This was smart cooking. It not only saved time but was great for our health, too (even though we didn’t know it). He used all sorts of beans and meats and veggies. […]

Sesame Crusted Tuna with Sweet and Spicy Ginger Sauce

As a teenager, I remember fixing myself an easy tuna sandwich using mayonnaise and two slices of bread. As an adult, I still love eating tuna, but with a twist! Like this recipe for Sesame Crusted Tuna with Sweet and Spicy Ginger Sauce. Enjoy!

Poached Eggs on Sourdough Toast

Spring is in the air and chickens start laying eggs like crazy. One of my favorite egg recipes is also one of the simplest…Poached Eggs on Sourdough Toast! Yum!

Fully Loaded Frittata

Eggs are easy. If I’m ever stuck in a pinch and don’t know what to prepare, I cook eggs. Not only are they delicious, they’re a superfood! Put those eggs to good use in this eggcellent Fully Loaded Frittata!

Top 7 most eaten recipes!

Every year my team pulls the most clicked on, shared, and eaten recipes from my website. Check out which were the most popular this past year and try them out for yourself!

Baked Black Cod with Miso Marinade

Sweet, savory and totally delicious! I love Black Cod!

Wild Shrimp, Chorizo and Veggie Rice

If I can cook everything in one pot (or one frying pan, in this case), it makes clean up really easy. This shrimp, chorizo, and rice dish is the perfect example.

Marinated Shrimp Salad

During the hot summer months, I love eating all types of salads. That includes fruit salads, grain salads, bean salads, veggies salads, meat salads (yes there is such a thing, like this Grass-fed lamb and Quinoa Salad), and of course… shrimp salad! Salads of all kinds are generally light, refreshing, cooling, and easy to prepare. […]

Sauteed Maitake and Crispy Cod in Dashi Broth

I love comfort food. And, a simple dish like this Sauteed Maitake and Crispy Cod in Dashi Broth is one of my favorites!

One Pot Winter Stew with Wild Salmon

I love easy dishes that can be prepared all in one pot. That’s why I love soups and stews! This Salmon stew is creamy and rich, without cream or butter. I use white miso to give it that depth of richness and silky flavor. Plus, I used a classic Dashi Broth as the base for […]

Quick and Easy Stir Fry

Stir-fries are one of my favorite things to cook because they are so darn quick and easy! When I’m pressed for time, I simply chop up a whole bunch of veggies and throw them into a pan with a protein (shrimp, chicken, beef or tofu) and a little seasoning for a quick and easy dinner. […]

Classic Dashi Broth

Try this easy dashi recipe. You can sip on the broth as is for big boost of vital nutrients, or use it as the base for your favorite soup.

Creamy Chicken Liver Mousse

Liver is one of the richest sources of a wide variety of nutrients that we can use to build blood

Pan Seared Sardines with Parsley Pistou

Sardines… some people think of them as oily bait-fish. But, I think of them as totally delicious, heart healthy, whole-body-nourishing food. Especially, when they are paired with the right ingredients.

Simple Crock Pot Stock

You can have nourishing broth with minimal effort or energy. Just get yourself a crockpot, throw all of your ingredients into it, set the timer, and go!

Marinated Baked Salmon

The wild salmon populations have been contaminated with a parasite (eek!). Here’s how you can avoid it!

Poached Halibut with Aromatic Herbs and Mirin

Have you tried poaching fish? It’s a wonderful way to retain the integrity of the protein and keep the omega 3 fats heart healthy by NOT frying them in vegetable oil.