Baked Salmon – Brain Food For Multi-Taskers On The Run

On the fast track? Here is a dish to help you stay sharp and on your toes throughout 60-hour work weeks and within reach of the boss 24-7. Grab it now, while the king of … Read More

Inspired Casserole: A Mediterranean Improvisation

Ingredients: (all organic suggested for optimum flavor and nutritional value) 4-5 medium size ‘Golden Yukon’ potatoes 1 medium size Ruby Yam 1 package pasta—small flat or shell-shaped 1 small or ¾ of a medium size … Read More

Heirloom Tomato Soup

(Best when all organic ingredients are used) NOTE: Since this soup keeps well for at least two weeks in the refrigerator (in fact, its flavor actually improves with time) and lends variety to menus by … Read More

Rooting for the Radish

by Catharine L. Kaufman — a.k.a. The Kitchen Shrink Dear Kitchen Shrink: I seem to like culinary challenges—such as buying unfamiliar produce even before I have a clue about their flavors or modes of preparation … Read More

True Food Kitchen Lights Up Taste Buds in San Diego

True Food Kitchen San Diego Mission Valley 7007 Friars Road San Diego, CA 92108 Tel: (619) 810-2929 True Food Kitchen By Dina Eliash Robinson & Catharine L. Kaufman The story goes that Dr. Andrew Weil, … Read More

Cabbage And More—A Health-Boosting Cruciferous Feast

NOTE: This is a simple, easy and quick dish to assemble, prepare and cook. We avoid unnecessary steps or complicated embellishments. Read through the entire recipe first to get a sense of its flavors, textures, … Read More

Ground Turkey (or Chicken) Breast Loaf

We highly recommend using all organic ingredients for this versatile and economical dish, which keeps well in the refrigerator for at least 10 days. It is equally delicious right out of the oven or reheated … Read More

Organics At Boys & Girls Club Of San Dieguito

In San Diego County’s Solana Beach—at the Boys & Girls Club branch named after its visionary mentor, Barbara Harper—–children are learning to grow, cook and eat foods made with organic veggies, herbs and fruits. Reaching … Read More

Homemade Matzo Balls (Hot)

Although ready-made matzo ball mixes (such as the one made by the Israeli company “Yehuda”) can be used as shortcuts that result in perfect balls every time—IF all instructions on the box are followed to … Read More

“The Color of Money” Spinach Salad

(Use organic ingredients when available) 1 package (7 ounces) of fresh baby spinach 3 ounces of pignolia (pine nuts) or slivered almonds 1/3 cup of “Newman’s Own” Olive Oil and Balsamic Dressing 1 small red … Read More