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Summertime Corn Salad

Summertime corn salad, made with fresh summer produce and tossed with a tangy vinaigrette dressing, is one of our favorite side dishes. Before I delve into the dish’s details, I’d like to indulge in some neighborly insight. I have had the pleasure of having some wonderful neighbors. Despite many moves, most of my neighbors haveContinue reading “Summertime Corn Salad”

Cilantro-Lime Salmon: A Quick Dish for Those Summer Nights

Although it has felt like Summer for a while now, the first official day of Summer, the summer solstice, just occurred this past weekend. Now that we’re official, it’s time to simmer down and grill out summer deliciousness. There are certain dishes that are perfect for a summer dinner. This cilantro-lime salmon is one ofContinue reading “Cilantro-Lime Salmon: A Quick Dish for Those Summer Nights”

Stay-At-Home World Food Tour: New Orleans Jazz Fest

Insightful Eating is taking a Stay-At-Home World Food Tour during quarantine, and even though we aren’t traveling in reality, with a little imagination, we will create fun, interesting and tasty out-of-town experiences in our own kitchen. After over 50 years, The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival was canceled this year, but that doesn’t meanContinue reading “Stay-At-Home World Food Tour: New Orleans Jazz Fest”

Cha Cha Cha Chia Seed Pudding

As I’ve been reflecting on various aspects of life during this time of quarantine, like many of us, I’ve come across the idea of “simplifying.” Yes, I’ve considered simplifying a few hundred times before. I’ve made half-hearted attempts to declutter and “live in the moment.” In comparison, this time of reflection has been “novel” andContinue reading “Cha Cha Cha Chia Seed Pudding”

Lentils for Lent

Today is Ash Wednesday, which begins the religious season of Lent. For those who observe the Lenten Season, there are Lenten fasts, which include abstaining from eating meat on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent. There are many meat-free meal options. Today, I’ll discuss ways to include the fiber-packed, wallet-friendly legume, the lentil. BecauseContinue reading “Lentils for Lent”

Gather ‘Round and Give Thanks – Meet me at the Charcuterie Board

“Charcuterie” is a fun word. Originally derived from the French words for “meat” or “flesh” (chair) and “cooked” (cuit), charcuterie boards have evolved to include various breads, crackers, cheeses, vegetables, cured meats, fruits, nuts, spreads, dips, etc. My dear friend since sixth grade, Melanie, introduced me to a charcuterie board about two years ago. SheContinue reading “Gather ‘Round and Give Thanks – Meet me at the Charcuterie Board”

Red Beans and Rice Run In the Family

It’s been a while since I’ve posted about my joyful cooking. My angel mother passed away two months ago, and every time I sat down to share my latest cooking adventure or culinary enjoyment I cried. And cried. And cried. Every time. Tears in my joyful meal. My Momma was a soulful cook. For mostContinue reading “Red Beans and Rice Run In the Family”

Omelets Are My Love Language

There is a book titled, The 5 Love Languages, written by Gary Chapman. In very brief summary, 5 Love Languages outlines how people feel loved in different ways and helps people discover their primary love language which speaks love to them. This language may be: 1. Words of Affirmation, 2. Quality Time, 3. Receiving Gifts, 4. ActsContinue reading “Omelets Are My Love Language”