All posts tagged: eat well gluten free

healthy eating: Spaghetti with Kale

I have a weakness for spaghetti, and have pretty much mastered a recipe making the typical version by using organic tomato sauce, olive oil, garlic, and chicken sausage, and fresh basil leaves. The pasta can be any style. I use spaghetti pasta. Anyway, The other day, I came across this recipe online and want to try it. It’s Spaghetti with braised kale.  The only thing missing is the lemon essence, which can be added to the final sauce saute. Click on photo to be redirected to the recipe: {photo source click here}

gluten free – i know you’ve heard it before

The New Year, when most people vow to diet and eat well and just after January and/or on the cusp of Valentine’s Day, the bad eating habits start up again. Well, actually during the Superbowl all the way through Easter (possibly for some here in the US). I don’t set such goals for myself at the beginning of the year. I simply make sure I remain on a healthy eating kick throughout the year, even through the holidays. My downfall is, I drink more wine and mixed drinks during the holidays, hence the quick extra pounds. Anyway, I’ve decided to go Gluten Free. I have been slowly doing it for over a year and now, am mentally and tummy ready to go all the way. I am fortunate to live in a city where many gluten-free restaurants and grocery products are popping up everywhere, so it makes for an easy transition. The challenge is I am going to document the progress and share recipes and feelings with my readers. Hoping to connect with everyone making …