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Risotto with California Dried Plums and Radicchio

  It may seem odd but I actually used dried plums in a lot of my recipes.  They add a nice, sweet flavor which is compatable with a lot of dishes (AND it matches well with red wines).  I have a great meatloaf recipe and also I use dried plums in my stuffing...

Are You Up For a 30 Day Challenge?

I like TED Talks. I mean, I really like TED Talks. I “like” them on Facebook so I can locate them later to watch or listen to when I have the time. Knowing this about me, you can imagine my excitement that I am attending a TEDx event at the end of August!   I...

DIY Spice Mixes to Help the Budget and Eliminate Preservatives

With the increased availability of bulk foods and spices at much less than packaged prices, it makes sense to take advantage of as many as possible.  One great way to use the spices is to create your own spice mixes. This way, you can modify the salt and eliminate...