Category Archives: avocado

Simple, Healthful, Creamy Salad Dressings (Non-Dairy, Non-Mayo)

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Yankeepants

Unable to eat dairy or pro-inflammatory, omega-6-laden mayonnaise, I’ve lately been missing creamy dressings. During the colder months, I find them more satisfying than the tangy vinaigrettes that speak to me of sultry summer meals. I’ve lately been having fun … Continue reading →

Posted in alliums (garlic/onions), Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, Appetizers, avocado, citrus, Dairy-free, Entrees, ginger root, Gluten-free, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian | 7 Comments

Roasted Beet Bruschetta with Caramelized Onions

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Yankeepants

Since discovering I can make perfect caramelized onions in the slow-cooker, my culinary world has changed. I can cook up a large batch of onions overnight, while I sleep, any night of the week, and then keep them on hand … Continue reading →

Posted in alliums (garlic/onions), Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, avocado, Dairy-free, herbs, monounsaturated oils, Nut-free, root vegetables, Vegetarian | 6 Comments

A Rainy Weekend (?!) in Santa Fe, NM: Part I

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Yankeepants

We dodged between the rain drops, so to speak, during our weekend visit to Santa Fe, New Mexico. A friendly shop owner informed us that the unusual May cold front and rain had swept into northern New Mexico from Iowa. … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients, avocado, Breakfast, chile pepper, Domestic, Entrees, hiking, Just Keep Me Movin', Restaurant Reviews, Snacks, Travel | 3 Comments

Avocado Toast

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Yankeepants

The lemony tang and peppery zip of this toast really wake me up in the morning. I love it as a quick and filling breakfast, but it also makes a great snack any time of day. One avocado can last … Continue reading →