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Apple Coconut Curry Bisque

by Michele Pesula Kuegler November 7th, 2019| Recipes, Soups & Stews, Vegetarian

Who ever thought apples and curry would pair so well?






Apple Coconut Curry Bisque



Who ever thought apples and curry would pair so well?



  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced sweet onion
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 4 cloves garlic (diced)
  • 2 teaspoons curry

Warm Barbecue Salad

by Michele Pesula Kuegler October 31st, 2019| Main Dishes, Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian

Colorful, flavorful, and healthy!






Warm Barbecue Salad



Colorful, flavorful, and healthy!



  • 14 oz. extra firm tofu*
  • 4 cups shredded red cabbage
  • ⅓ cup vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon sugar
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce (+ extra for serving)
  • 1-⅓ cups diced onion
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 4 scallions (minced)


  1. Before you

Very Berry Smoothie Bowl

by Michele Pesula Kuegler August 8th, 2019| Breakfast Dishes, Healthy Cooking, Recipes, Vegetarian

Basically it's a bowl of fruit pretending to be ice cream






Very Berry Smoothie Bowl



Basically it's a bowl of fruit pretending to be ice cream



  • 1 diced banana (frozen)
  • 3/4 cup frozen berries
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • Cereal or

Broccoli “Meat”balls- an Oxymoron

by Michele Pesula Kuegler June 4th, 2019| Appetizers, Recipes, Tapas Monday, Vegetarian




Broccoli "Meat"balls



Satisfying & good for you



  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg white
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese


  1. Preheat oven to 400.
  2. Steam broccoli until fork tender.
  3. Allow broccoli to cool slightly, then purée in a blender or food processor.
  4. Combine puréed broccoli and all

Cheese & Herb Stuffed Tomatoes

by Michele Pesula Kuegler May 9th, 2019| Appetizers, Recipes, Vegetarian

Sure, we can call this a serving of veggies!






Cheese & Herb Stuffed Tomatoes



Sure, we can call this a serving of veggies!



  • 6 plum tomatoes
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • 4 oz. goat cheese (softened)
  • 8 fresh basil leaves (minced)
  • Artisanal balsamic vinegar (optional)


  1. Preheat oven to

Recipe: Chilled, Stuffed Tomatoes

by Michele Pesula Kuegler May 7th, 2019| Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes, Vegetarian




Chilled, Stuffed Tomatoes



A vegetarian main dish perfect for a hot summer night



  • 2 ears corn
  • 1 Tb. sugar
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 avocado
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1-2 tsp. dried basil


  1. Bring pot of water to boil.
  2. While heating, remove husk from corn.
  3. Add corn and sugar to boiling water. Remove from heat, and let stand

Tastes Like Spring Pea Soup

by Michele Pesula Kuegler April 4th, 2019| Healthy Cooking, Recipes, Soups & Stews, Vegetarian

Full of veggies & yumminess






Tastes Like Spring Pea Soup





  • 1 Tb. olive oil
  • ½ medium sweet onion (diced)
  • 14.5 oz. can vegetable broth
  • 1-½ cups frozen peas (thawed)
  • 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
  • 1 Tb. lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt


  1. Heat

Healthy-ish Cauliflower Cakes

by Michele Pesula Kuegler January 17th, 2019| Appetizers, Healthy Cooking, Recipes, Tapas Monday, Vegetarian

Another yummy way to eat more cauliflower




After creating an indulgent, new recipe last week, I felt compelled to make sure this week's recipe had us back on track. In actuality, even though I call it healthy-ish, it probably is the right approach to take for good-for-you eating. This

Cauliflower & Mushroom Risotto

by Michele Pesula Kuegler January 15th, 2019| Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes, Vegetarian

Incredibly delicious & healthy in one bowl




Last week I diverted from the healthy eating routine most people follow in January. Now, it's back to some dishes that will help you recover from holiday indulgences. One of my favorite ways to do this is eating more vegetable-focused meals. I

Bruschetta with Lemon Honey Ricotta

by Michele Pesula Kuegler January 10th, 2019| Appetizers, Recipes, Tapas Monday, Vegetarian

Simple & delicious; a fine pairing




During the holidays we hosted a work gathering at our home. With a group of a dozen people, I made all of the dishes for this cocktail reception. I wanted all of the foods to be eaten easily while standing. No one wants

Deconstructed Poached Pear

by Michele Pesula Kuegler December 6th, 2018| Appetizers, Desserts, Recipes, Vegetarian

The perfect beginning or ending to a meal




This recipe came to me due to a lack of fruit and a lack of patience. My initial plan was to purchase small pears, such as forelle. Sadly none of my local grocery stores had any in stock. Instead I purchased

New & Improved Creamy Carrot Soup

by Michele Pesula Kuegler November 22nd, 2018| Healthy Cooking, Recipes, Soups & Stews, Vegetarian

Who knew carrot soup could be so luxurious?




I am very much a fan of shortcuts when necessary or practical. I keep store-bought pickled beets in the fridge for afternoon snacks and don't feel badly that I haven't made them. I use packaged puff pastry to save time when