Due to my obsessive compulsive behavior regarding health and fitness, I re-watched this week's episode of BL, yesterday. I wanted to get to know the contestants a little better. I definitely made an error in my blog when I stated that the expression "do work," came from someone who passed away from obesity. He actually died in a car accident, before he was able to start his … [Read more...] about My Name is Bonni and I am OCD (At least about some things!)
Food
Pasta Fagioli for the Soul
Yesterday was a wet and dreary day in South Florida and I woke up feeling a little like I was getting the cold that everyone seems to be passing around, so I decided to make a date with my couch and DVR. Wanting to have some comfort food, I looked in the pantry and fridge and with a few simple ingredients I made a great big pot of soup that definitely comforted me for the … [Read more...] about Pasta Fagioli for the Soul
Beans, Beans, the Magical Fruit
Thursday is not only Vegan Feast Day, but also the day the local newspaper includes a food section. Is this the case everywhere? Just wondering. Anyway, it really pleases me to find the following headline on the front page of today's food section of the Sun-Sentinel; Loving legumes for all the right reasons: Health, flavor and value. Never knowing what the difference … [Read more...] about Beans, Beans, the Magical Fruit
They Don’t Call it Sweet for Nothing!
When Dr. Bob Arnot, the in-house doctor for Men's Journal Magazine was asked what the most nutritious vegetable was, pound for pound, his answer was based on research done at the Center for Science in the Public Interest. This health watchdog foundation, based in Washington, DC, rated foods based upon their nutritional wealth and found that (drum roll, please)............the … [Read more...] about They Don’t Call it Sweet for Nothing!
Off The Chain Shepherd’s Pie
Happy Friday everyone. Last night's meal was a big hit. As promised, here is the recipe for: VEGAN SHEPHERD'S PIE For the beef mixture: 1/2 cup of chopped onions 1/2 cup chopped carrots 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1/2 pound vegan beef crumbles (I use more!) 1 cup fresh or frozen green peas 1 cup vegan vegetable broth 1 and 1/2 teaspoons … [Read more...] about Off The Chain Shepherd’s Pie