Banana Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Banana Mint-Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Back when I enjoyed frozen dairy treats, one of my favorite summer indulgences was homemade gelato. I especially loved pistachio gelato or an authentic Italian olive oil gelato—finished with a generous drizzle of robustly flavored olive oil. I have hypothyroidism (an...
Asian Cucumber Noodle Salad

Asian Cucumber Noodle Salad

High in water, potassium and other beneficial antioxidants, cucumbers are a wonderful cooling food that can help promote detoxification. Confession: while I enjoy cucumber-infused “spa” water and a well-made raw cucumber soup (if thoroughly pureed), I don’t care to...
Wild-Caught Salmon in Spiced Green Tea Broth

Wild-Caught Salmon in Spiced Green Tea Broth

Salmon is often the “bridge fish” for those who normally wouldn’t touch “fishy fish” with a 10-foot (fishing) pole. A delicious, versatile protein, salmon is a potent anti-inflammatory food, thanks to its high omega-3 content. Of all fish, salmon contains the...
Perfectly Cooked Corn-on-the-Cob

Perfectly Cooked Corn-on-the-Cob

Eating fresh, locally grown corn-on-the-cob with a sprinkle of fresh-chopped herbs (tarragon, basil, cilantro, mint) and a generous drizzle of olive oil is a toothsome summer treat. I only eat corn-on-the-cob when it is in season. And, in New York’s Hudson Valley,...