Roasted Sweet Potatoes

When I talked about planning for freshness, one of the get-ahead tips I mentioned was batch-roasting vegetables to have a fresh, healthy and quick side dish within reach. One of the vegetables I love to do this with is sweet potatoes; they are a filling alternative to regular potatoes without the blood sugar rush and … Continue reading

Homemade: Greek Yogurt (and whey!)

Until recently, Greek yogurt was a luxury I enjoyed once in a blue moon. I mean, who pays more than $4.50 for 16 ounces of yogurt, no matter how wonderful it is? Well, about three months ago, I pulled out my dusty old yogurt maker and started making my own yogurt. I had just finished … Continue reading