whole foods – Kitchsplosion

Velvet Cauliflower Soup with Chive Oil Drizzle and Sprigs of Thyme

Best cauliflower soup ever.

Silent Dining

I practice mindfulness over some tofu vegetable stir fry.

What Not to do with a Pretty Radish PLUS Balsamic and Roasted Garlic Bean Dip to Eat up With a Spoon

I make a delicious bean dip and also a big stink.

Caribbean Style Black Bean Stew and Some Rules

Amidst a bunch of major life changes in less than a year, (moving, going back to work, getting a divorce), I’ve lost 20-some pounds (yay!) and gained five back (boo). Before my friends chime in, I’ll acknowledge that I wasn’t “overweight,” but I sure felt great five pounds ago. I…

Acorn Squash with Quinoa Stuffing

I don’t know why more people don’t eat quinoa on a regular basis. This grain-like superfood has a subtle nutty flavor and a little toothiness missing from boring old rice or couscous. And notice the shape: adorable little balls with curly tails. You can do anything with quinoa you were…

Smokey Tofu Soba Noodles and The Slightly Less Ice Cream Diet™

Dieting Kitchsplosion style.

Curried Pasta Salad: No Mayo Here

I’m just going to come out and say it, even if it is the day after Memorial Day and it may reveal me to be un-American: I hate mayo. It’s not some kind of partially vegan habit or a holier-than-thou attitude towards a high fat food. I’m not even thinking…