The Thoughtful Kitchen

Culinary wellness educator and natural foods chef with a focus on whole, organic, fresh foods that are health supportive and delicious You'll have fun, too!

The Thoughtful Kitchen will teach you how to become a health supportive chef in your own home. Whether you suffer from food allergies, dietary restrictions or just want to lead a healthier lifestyle, The Thoughtful Kitchen will help take the guess work out of meal planning and give you the tools to take control of your health in your very own kitchen. I believe in whole, real, organic and fresh in

06/26/2018

Check out my homemade cashew milk recipe up on the blog. Light, refreshing and so easy to make!

Homemade Cashew Milk As I have gotten older, I have found that my body doesn't handle dairy the way it used to. I recently took a trip to Rome where I indulged in daily cappuccinos, cheeses and gelato. Everything tasted...

07/30/2017

This 3 ingredient "ice cream" is a great sweet treat that can be made in minutes at home!

3 Ingredient "Ice Cream" What sounds better than a cold, sweet treat on a hot summer day? This 3 ingredient "ice cream" is delicious, creamy and satisfies your sweet tooth without any added processed sugar. All you need...

01/12/2017

Try these delicious that are and . .

Better Bars Cereal bars sound like a great option when it comes to a fast snack or a quick breakfast, right? Turn those bars over and read the labels... they are a mile long and full of ingredients you would...

10/26/2016

Oatmeal who? Try this nutritious grain for breakfast

My Favorite Breakfast Quinoa Fall is officially here and as a chef that means a new variety of seasonal foods is on the menu. Squashes, root vegetables, soups and stews, hearty grains and spices are exactly what the crisp air is...

04/26/2016

are in the house! Balsamic braised chicken thighs with sautéed ramps and roasted Japanese sweet potatoes. Not bad for a Tuesday night!

03/21/2016

! After a nice workout I was craving protein. I cooked a lot of food on Sunday so I could whip up nutritious meals for the rest of the week. Today's lunch includes slow cooker "refried" beans on sprouted whole wheat toast, avocado, salsa and a beautiful farm fresh salad (eggs and arugula thanks to ). The to refuel!

03/16/2016

! Cannellini beans with a simple mire poix, red peppers and wilted farm fresh arugula (thanks !) and spoon over a bed of brown rice. Add in some extras like organic chicken sausage or keep it vegetarian, it is !