Sparlik: The Ultimate Condiment

Sparlik: The Ultimate Condiment

Sparlik is the ultimate condiment. You can spread it on a sandwich, add it to soup, or just spread it on crusty bread or a cracker. It originated as a challah dip–a delicious spread added to the Shabbat table to ensure even more en-JOY-ment at the meal. While I...
Eat the Rainbow… But How?

Eat the Rainbow… But How?

I often give the advice, “Variety in diet leads to variety in nutrition.” It makes sense: Each food has a unique nutritional composition, so consuming a variety of foods naturally leads to improved health. Eating different colors and textures, and enjoying different...
Spinach Pesto Hummus!

Spinach Pesto Hummus!

Have you had your hummus today? The word “hummus” comes from the Arabic meaning “chickpeas”. It’s made the rounds around the Middle East, taking on different flavors in different countries, but the basic recipe includes chickpeas, tahini...
Picky Eater vs The Instant Pot

Picky Eater vs The Instant Pot

Why do you love your electric pressure cooker?  Probably because it makes delicious meals simpler and cheaper. Two things our kids don’t do for us, am I right? One of the big draws with the Instant Pot (and other brands, such as the Pressure Cooker XL) is that you can...
The Selective (picky) Eater Goes to School: tips for packing lunch

The Selective (picky) Eater Goes to School: tips for packing lunch

One of the most difficult parts about sending your child to school is packing lunches. Usually they can pick out their own clothes, even if it’s a pink tutu with camo leggings and snow boots. They can brush their own teeth and maybe even pack their own school bag. But...
Avocado Banana Muffins!

Avocado Banana Muffins!

The delicious and nutritious avocado. Is it a fruit? Is it a vegetable? Or is it an oil? The answer is- YES! Avocados grow on trees and have a seed inside (the pit), so biologically they are a fruit. We use them in vegetable salads and they have a more earthy taste...