This is how a health supportive chef prepares salmon for her custom meal prep clients. HEALTHY OVEN BAKED SALMON RECIPE It's also my favorite way to prepare salmon for myself. The secret is out. I prepare it this way for many of my clients and they want to learn to make it themselves. So ... Read More
This is a thick, hearty soup with smoky and spicy undertones. White beans, onion, garlic, celery, carrot, arbol chile, fire-roasted tomatoes, collard greens, parmesan, herbs & spices. I like to serve this dish to my clients with a fresh loaf of rustic sourdough or paleo ... Read More
Baked enchiladas stuffed with black beans, spinach & kale, smothered in a homemade smoky red enchilada sauce. Serve with a drizzle of cashew lime crema, avocado, pepitas and fresh cilantro. HAVE IT YOUR WAY I developed this recipe for my vegan clients. I did not use shredded cheese in ... Read More
A homemade and easy enchilada sauce with smoky flavors. Fire roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika, chipotle and cayenne gives this sauce all the depth. A perfect compliment to chicken, black bean, vegetable or cheesy stuffed enchiladas. MAKE THIS SAUCE PALEO When I make this sauce ... Read More
As a Personal Chef, I cook for a lot of families with little kids. Though my clients have hired me to make healthy meals, their kids want the classics. I make a lot of versions of ‘mac and cheese’. I reach for the best products I can find to make the dish ‘healthyish’. Organic pasta, ... Read More
My vegetarian clients like to have a healthy soup as part of their meal prep every week. This requires me to get creative. I’ve now created over 30 unique soups to meet their tastes and dietary preferences. This vegetable packed vegan soup is one of our favorites. My clients lean towards ... Read More
My grandmother was the master of rice pilaf. I grew up with her living in the house next door. I'd often walk over and see what she was making for dinner if I didn't like the options at home. She liked to make her pilaf once a week. This is my take on a seasonal version of the classic ... Read More
Refined Sugar-Free, Paleo, with Clean & Balanced Ingredients I’ve been making this recipe for 10 years and every time I prepare it, I remember why I love it. I developed this cranberry sauce recipe to be healthy, light, and a great balance for a holiday dinner plate. To cut the ... Read More
I’ve been making this recipe for three years and it’s really evolved over that time. The best recipes take time. One of my first clients gave me an Oprah Winfrey’s cookbook and asked that I prepare the Thai Green Curry. I edited the dish so it was filled with all the vegetables she loves, and ... Read More
Lentils are full of vitamin B and are a great source of protein and iron. They are a great source of all the nutrients that support healthy skin, hair and nails. Consider the little lentil your plant-based superfood for beautiful hair, skin and nails. SUPERFOOD SOUP I started making ... Read More
Easy one pan braised fennel with smashed garlic, Greek olives, capers and fresh thyme I adjust the dish to work with my Vegan and Omnivore clients, by swapping vegetable broth for chicken bone broth. Use whichever works best for your diet. BRAISING VEGETABLES My first week of culinary ... Read More
Iron up with this black lentil salad recipe. A plant-based protein packed salad filled with beluga lentils, celery, fresh mint, feta and pomegranates. PLANT BASED PROTEIN PACKED SALAD Black lentils are perfect for salads as they retain their texture when you cook them. Reach for ... Read More
Topped with Toasted Coconut Flakes and Roasted Cashews I make this dish frequently for my clients who reach for nourishing, anti-inflammatory and health supportive meals. The coconut kale is so savory and compliments the pop of color from the turmeric rice. The toasted coconut flakes add ... Read More
A hydrating and detoxifying soup with celery, chickpeas (garbanzo beans), fresh lemon, cilantro and a dollop of yogurt (Greek style or plant based). DETOX SOUP This soup recipe is extra hydrating. Delicious year round, it’s flavorful with a simple ingredient list. Choose the broth ... Read More
This creamy dairy-free wilted kale is one of my favorite vegetable side dishes. It’s an easy week night side to prepare in less then 20 minutes. I make it frequently for my clients and each time we double the kale, using 4 large bunches. Remember, when kale wilts it turns into a much ... Read More
There are so many ways to enjoy traditional tahini sauce. This recipe adds turmeric and ginger to ramp up the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory health benefits. Follow the directions to enjoy as a light tahini dressing, or use less water for a thick dipping sauce. Your choice. This Turmeric ... Read More
MORE GREEN, MORE BETTER I gravitate to green food. Green salads, green vegetables, green soups. Any time I can make a dish overly green, it’s for me. I have clients that feel the same way about getting their greens, which helps me create these vibrant recipes. TRADITIONAL MASOOR DAL ... Read More
Roasted carrots have become a go to dish for me. Clients love them as an afternoon snack or a vegetable side dish with dinner. Lightly roasting them, so they are soft on the outside but firm in the middle, is surprisingly satisfying. They elevate a crudité board and make hummus and other ... Read More
