Finding Balance Through Food
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a vegetarian. Both of my parents are pescatarian, so I grew up eating very little meat. I cut meat out altogether when I was seven, mostly for ethical reasons, then fish at age twelve, and I’ve never gone back. Being a vegetarian is all I’ve ever known, so you can imagine my surprise when my lifestyle was met with skepticism and disapproval by the doctors who treated me for my eating disorder.
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Julia’s preference for sweet potatoes combined with the simple preparation and outstanding taste of these oven fries has made them a favorite in our house. We enjoy them once a week on burger night alongside veggie burgers.
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This recipe is a bit of an undertaking but well worth it so you can say you made and enjoyed your own meatless burger! It’s loaded with nutritious ingredients that beautifully combine to form a flavorful and firm patty.
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These little cakes are a favorite of Katherine’s so we always make them special for her birthday. Not too dense and filled with fluffy whipped cream and sweetened strawberries, they’re enjoyed by all.
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This popular cold soup tastes the best in the summer when garden-fresh vegetables are plentiful. It can be spicy, tangy, or mild depending on how you portion the ingredients and served pureed Spanish style or chunky Californian style.
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Homemade banana bread was a staple snack in Julia’s eating disorder recovery. This treasured baked good is equally as nutritious as it is delicious and can be augmented calorically with the addition of ground nuts, shredded coconut, or chocolate chips to the batter.
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Our simple aspect of cooking is all about using a combination of fresh and dry ingredients most of us have in our homes or can affordably get in our local grocery stores. Our healthy aspect of cooking focuses on natural ingredients that are full of flavor, color, easy to digest, and meet the nutrition our bodies need to have plenty of energy.
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Since we’re not fans of ricotta cheese, a simple white sauce called béchamel enhances the taste of the dish without making it overly creamy, while homemade marinara sauce with garden-grown herbs adds freshness and flavor.
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Nourish 